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About Western Kentucky Orthopaedic & Neurosurgical Associates

Our goal at WKONA is to provide you with comprehensive orthopaedic services in a professional and caring environment. All our physicians are board certified and treat in all areas of orthopaedic surgery. From sports medicine to major or minor surgery and more, WKONA is the unquestioned leader in providing state-of-the-art technology and outstanding patient care to the Bowling Green, Kentucky area.

Why Choose Us?

Western Kentucky Orthopaedic & Neurosurgical Associates
WKONA offers on-site diagnostic testing including digital X-ray and MRI for your convenience.

We also have many other services located within our facility. These include the physicians and practitioners at Interventional Pain Specialists; KORT Physical Therapy, offering a complete rehab package including physical therapy, occupational therapy, athletic training and rehab, functional testing, neurological testing, and brace therapy; Hines Pharmacy and LifeLine Home Health.

For our patients who live outside of the Bowling Green area, we also have offices in Glasgow, Franklin, and Russellville, Kentucky. Call to request an appointment for evaluation.

Meet Our Physicians

Patient Reviews

  • I came in for a broken arm and saw Dr. Romine. I was impressed with not only his professionalism but also he was nice and personable as well. I was very pleased with the medical service that I received. Hopefully I will not need to return in the future, but if I did I would want to be treated by to ...

    ~ Z M~

  • I had the pleasure of meeting with Dr. John Whitaker yesterday. I have an existing “old” lumbar back herniated disc which has been stable for 30+years, but after a fall I sustained in late January 2026 I began to have more pain that was affecting my daily life. I grew more concerned that...

    ~ H L~

  • Dr. Heltsley was amazing. I fell and tore my shoulder in 3 places and was in horrible pain. He got me in right away and scheduled my total reverse shoulder replacement and even worked me in before the end of the year. Awesome!! I am a year post surgery and no issues at all!! Highly recommend!

    ~ M D~

  • Highly recommend Dr. Patton to anyone. He was really great going over the cause for my knee pain and very knowledgeable. Thankful to have him in this area to go to.

    ~ K O~

  • I had arthroscopic knee surgery for a meniscus tear, and I couldn't be happier with the care i received. Dr. Heltsley was professional, kind, and took the time to explain the procedure. The surgery went smoothly, and my recovery has been rapid with great results!
    I highly recommend him to a...

    ~ D D~

Robotic Knee & Hip Replacement

Advanced Technologies in Orthopaedic Surgery

Robotic Knee & Hip Replacement

WKONA has used computer navigation technology for over ten years and is now expanding to offer Robotic Knee and Hip replacements. WKONA has long been the leader in knee rotating platform technology and now with the addition of MAKO SmartRobotics patients have an ever-expanding choice of options.

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Latest Techniques in Spine Surgery

The surgeons at WKONA are dedicated to identifying and treating all the pain generators in the back and specialize in challenging spinal issues. Our spine doctors can help people with back pain, neck pain and immobility resume active and productive lifestyles. WKONA surgeons employ state-of-the-art surgical methods as well as other non-surgical treatment and diagnostic options to alleviate any issues that may be causing pain.

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Spine Surgery

Practice Location -1 165 Natchez Trace, Suite 100
  Bowling Green, KY 42103

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM on Fridays

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Practice Location -2 1405 Nashville Street
Russellville,  KY 42276

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Practice Location -3 1112 South Main Street
Franklin, KY 42134

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Practice Location -4 1330 North Race Street
Glasgow,  KY 42141

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