Andrew Lapso, CNP
Nurse Practitioner & Orthopedic Injury Provider in Cleveland, Ohio
Andrew Lapso, CNP, is an experienced nurse practitioner at Eastside Medical Group in Cleveland, Ohio, bringing more than 14 years of orthopedic nursing and advanced practice experience to the evaluation and care of patients with musculoskeletal and joint-related conditions.
His extensive background in orthopedic surgery, joint conditions, and patient recovery provides valuable clinical experience when evaluating individuals experiencing knee pain, hip pain, shoulder pain, joint injuries, and other musculoskeletal symptoms following a car accident.
At Eastside Medical Group, Andrew works as part of an integrated healthcare team focused on helping patients recover from motor vehicle accident injuries and personal injury cases.
Education & Advanced Practice Training
Andrew attended Bowling Green State University and the University of Toledo, where he completed his Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
He later attended Kent State University, earning his Master of Science in Nursing and completing his training as an Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner.
His education and clinical experience provide a strong foundation in evaluating adult patients with orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions.
More Than 14 Years of Orthopedic Experience
Andrew began his nursing career as a registered nurse at a Cleveland-area hospital, where he spent seven years working in orthopedic and vascular surgery.
During this time, he cared for acute postoperative patients and gained extensive experience with orthopedic conditions, surgical recovery, mobility challenges, pain, and rehabilitation.
He then spent approximately six years practicing as a nurse practitioner in the total joint replacement specialty, with a particular focus on knee and hip conditions.
Throughout his orthopedic career, Andrew has assisted with thousands of total knee and total hip replacement procedures, giving him extensive firsthand experience with the anatomy, function, and recovery of two of the body’s major weight-bearing joints.
Evaluating Joint & Musculoskeletal Injuries After Car Accidents
Car accidents can place sudden and significant stress on the muscles, joints, tendons, ligaments, and other structures of the body.
Knees may strike the dashboard. Shoulders can be affected by seat belt restraint or impact forces. The hips and pelvis may experience sudden twisting or compression. Patients may also develop pain and reduced mobility as they brace themselves during a collision.
Andrew’s orthopedic background is particularly valuable when evaluating joint and extremity symptoms following a motor vehicle accident.
Common accident-related complaints may include:
- Knee pain and stiffness
- Hip pain
- Shoulder pain
- Joint swelling
- Reduced range of motion
- Difficulty walking or bearing weight
- Muscle and soft tissue pain
- Joint instability
- Pain with movement
- Functional limitations following an accident
An evaluation can help determine the nature of a patient’s symptoms and whether additional diagnostic testing, treatment, rehabilitation, or specialist referral may be appropriate.
Personalized Care for Car Accident Injury Patients
No two car accidents affect the body in exactly the same way.
At Eastside Medical Group, Andrew helps evaluate each patient’s symptoms, medical history, physical limitations, and clinical findings to help determine an appropriate course of care.
Depending on the patient’s injuries and needs, treatment may involve a combination of medical care, physical rehabilitation, chiropractic care, pain management, diagnostic evaluation, or other appropriate services available through the Eastside Medical Group team.
The goal is to help patients reduce pain, improve mobility and function, and progress through recovery safely following a motor vehicle accident.
A Multidisciplinary Approach to Personal Injury Care
Andrew works alongside Eastside Medical Group’s medical providers, chiropractors, and rehabilitation team as part of a coordinated approach to car accident injury treatment in Cleveland.
This multidisciplinary model is particularly beneficial for patients experiencing multiple injuries or symptoms after a collision.
When additional care is needed, patients can also be referred to appropriate specialists based on their condition and clinical needs.
For patients involved in personal injury cases, Eastside Medical Group maintains documentation of evaluations, clinical findings, treatment recommendations, and progress throughout care.
Compassionate Orthopedic & Injury Care in Cleveland
Andrew’s approach to healthcare is rooted in his passion for helping people feel better and supporting them throughout the healing and recovery process.
His years of experience caring for orthopedic patients have given him an understanding of how pain, joint problems, and mobility limitations can affect everyday activities and quality of life.
At Eastside Medical Group in Cleveland, Andrew applies that experience to patients recovering from car accident injuries, helping them understand their condition and the steps that may be appropriate for their recovery.
Eastside Medical Group serves car accident injury patients from Cleveland, Shaker Heights, Cleveland Heights, Beachwood, and surrounding Cuyahoga County communities.
Outside the Office
When he is not caring for patients, Andrew enjoys spending time in nature with his family and dog. He also enjoys creating different types of art and riding his bike.
Schedule a Car Accident Injury Evaluation in Cleveland
If you are experiencing knee pain, hip pain, shoulder pain, joint stiffness, swelling, reduced mobility, or other musculoskeletal symptoms after a motor vehicle accident, the Eastside Medical Group team can evaluate your condition and help determine the appropriate next steps.
Eastside Medical Group
2775 S. Moreland Blvd., Third Floor
Cleveland, OH 44120
Phone: 216-342-9199
Contact Eastside Medical Group today to schedule a car accident injury evaluation in Cleveland, Ohio.
