Ortho | Sports Medicine
Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
For individualized care, trust the orthopedics and sports medicine team at Valor Health to help you put the pain behind you. Whether you need an evaluation for a sport- or a work-related injury, our team provides a wide range of services to help you reduce pain, restore mobility, and get you back to the quality of life you deserve. We offer quick and convenient access to orthopedic care, so you can get an appointment when needed.
If you’re experiencing:
- Foot & Ankle Pain
- Hip Pain
- Knee Pain
- Shoulder Pain
- Muscle Strain
We provide:
- Fracture Repair
- Total Joint Replacements, including Hip Replacement, Knee Replacement, and Shoulder Replacement
- ACL & Meniscus Repair
- Carpal Tunnel Release
- Trigger Finger Release
- Surgical Stabilization for Sprains
What is Sports Medicine?
Sports Medicine is a branch of medicine that focuses on treating and preventing injuries related to sports and exercise. Our team includes surgeons, nurses, and an athletic trainer who works with various physically active patients, including sports athletes of all ages and industrial/occupational athletes.
What is an industrial/occupational athlete? These are the hard-working men and women who may need to treat or prevent injury received in their field of work.
In rural Gem County, we see a diverse need for sports medicine, and our expert team is available to take care of your unique needs, whether it’s to get you back in the game or out in the country. We’ve got you covered.
Building Our Community with Sports Medicine
To strengthen our relationship with the Gem Community, our sports medicine team has built a partnership with Emmett High School and other youth sports programs, providing athletic training care during home sporting events. Valor Health also provides yearly free sports physicals and baseline concussion testing for high school student-athletes.
Location
Valor Health Orthopedic Clinic
1202 E Locust Street (ER entrance) (map)
Phone: 208 365 3563
Specialty Medicine and Surgical Clinic Hours
Mon – Tue | 8 AM – 5 PM | closed for lunch 12 PM – 1PM
Wed – Thu | 7 AM – 7PM | closed for lunch 12 PM – 1 PM
Friday | 7 AM – 1 PM
Meet Our Orthopedics Provider
Orthopedics
Ryan Applone, DO
Dr. Ryan Applonie is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. He practices general orthopedics with a special focus on complex shoulder and elbow conditions, including arthroscopy, joint replacement, and fracture care.
Dr. Applonie completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Michigan State University- McLaren Macomb Hospital in Detroit, Michigan, in 2018, where he served as chief resident during his final year. He went on to complete a shoulder and elbow fellowship at the University of Connecticut in 2019.
After returning to Idaho in 2019, Dr. Applonie became an independent orthopedic surgeon and partner at Capital Surgical Associates in Boise. In addition to his private practice, he provides call coverage with the Adult Orthopedic Trauma Group at St. Luke’s Boise and Meridian. Dr. Applonie is excited to work with Valor Health to provide expert orthopedic care in Emmett alongside other independent orthopedic surgeons from the Treasure Valley.
An Idaho native raised in Idaho Falls, Dr. Applonie enjoys spending time skiing, hiking, camping, and fishing. He is an avid soccer fan and continues to play competitively.
Orthopedics
Amy Chan, PA
Amy Chan, PA-C is a board-certified physician assistant specializing in orthopedic surgery. She assists in both the clinic and operating room, providing comprehensive care for patients with acute and chronic orthopedic conditions, including joint preservation, arthroscopic procedures, and total joint arthroplasty.
Amy earned her Master of Physician Assistant Studies from Idaho State University in 2017 and holds a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences with a minor in Educational Studies from the University of California, Irvine. Prior to PA school, she trained and worked as an Emergency Medical Technician in Los Angeles. She is licensed to practice in Idaho and holds national certification as a physician assistant.
Before joining Capital Surgical Associates, Amy gained experience in family medicine, general surgery, and emergency care. She spent four years practicing family medicine in rural Oregon, two years in general surgery, and most recently focused on orthopedic surgery in the Treasure Valley. She brings extensive procedural expertise and a patient-centered approach, emphasizing open communication, close follow-up, and empathy.
Born and raised in Los Angeles, Amy has made the Boise area her home and enjoys the outdoors, community engagement, and supporting patients across Idaho with personalized, high-quality care. She is fluent in Cantonese, conversational in Mandarin, and intermediate in Spanish, allowing her to connect with a diverse patient population.