Vincent F. Bergquist, M.D. Orthopedic SurgeonDr. Bergquist was born in Columbus, Georgia. He received a B.S. degree from Emory University and an M.D. degree from the Medical College of Georgia. He studied general surgery under Dr. James Hardy, a pioneering surgeon and textbook author, at the University of Mississippi Medical Center before returning to the Medical College of Georgia to complete specialized training in orthopedic surgery. He served as chief orthopedic resident during his final year of residency. Impressed by his work, the Medical College of Georgia asked him to stay as an orthopedic attending, but Dr. Bergquist chose to pursue private practice.
Dr. Bergquist obtained board certification from the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery and was invited to become a Fellow of the Academy. Currently, he practices general orthopedics in Cullman, Alabama with special interests in total joint (hip, knee, and shoulder) replacement, sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, and endoscopic carpel tunnel surgery. His concern for patients continually drives him to improve his skills. Recently, he completed advanced training in the reconstruction of failed total joints, in mini-incision total joints, and in computer-assisted total joint surgery. In the past, Dr. Bergquist introduced a number of new procedures to Cullman, including space suit technology, computer assisted total joint surgery, and autologous blood transfusion. His concern for patient care has also led him to serve on several Cullman Regional Medical Center (CRMC) committees, and he currently serves as an officer of the CRMC medical staff.
Dr. Bergquist is an active member and deacon at East Side Baptist Church. He leads a men's Precept Upon Precept Bible study at his home each week. With his wife Dixie, he has three adult children - a daughter who is a PhD statistician in Raleigh, NC; a second daughter who is an M.D. radiologist in Birmingham, AL; and a son who is working on a master's degree in electrical engineering. In his spare time, Dr. Bergquist enjoys reading, water skiing, and working outdoors at his home in rural Cullman County amidst ponies, geese, stray dogs and cats, and a rescued chipmunk.
Don Hirsbrunner, M.D. Orthopedic Surgeon
Dr. Don Hirsbrunner was born and reared in Columbia, Tennessee. After earning his Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, he attended Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee, where he received his doctorate in medicine. While there he was a member of Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. He then completed his internship and Orthopedic residency at Orlando Regional Medical Center in Orlando, Florida.
He was then in private practice in Orlando for approximately five years before moving to Cullman, Alabama in 1989. He received his board certification in 1991 and recertification in 2001 and 2010. In 1992 he was made a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. Since his arrival in Cullman he has been involved in the practice of General Orthopedic Surgery or the treatment of bone and joint disorders.
Most of his efforts at this time involve arthroscopy whereby problems caused by "wear and tear," accidents (automobile, sports, etc.) and developmental abnormalities are treated. He also has a significant interest in adult reconstructive surgery, especially joint replacement. In addition, he has been successful in returning persons with intervertebral disc abnormalities back to normal activity. As is the case with all practitioners, he makes every effort to stay abreast of developments in these areas of medicine by attending educational meetings, reviewing journals, etc.
He and his wife Holly have 2 children. His other primary interest is music: he has been the organist at First Baptist Church for about 13 years.
Robson Araujo, DPM - PodiatristDr. Robson Araujo grew up in Bethesda, Maryland. Upon completion of his undergraduate studies at the University of Maryland, Dr. Araujo attended the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, in Philadelphia, PA, and received a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree.
Dr. Araujo then received further training as a podiatric surgical resident at Wellington Regional Medical Center in West Palm Beach, Florida, from 1994-1996. This training included all aspects of foot and ankle surgery as well as evaluation and care of the diabetic foot.
In 1997, Dr. Araujo moved to Alabama and practiced in Marshall County for six years prior to joining Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists in 2003.
Dr. Araujo is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and is certified in Foot Surgery by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery. Dr. Araujo is a member of the Alabama Podiatric Medical Association and is an Associate member of the American Professional Wound Care Association.
Dr. Araujo's interests include fore foot and general foot surgery, athletic injuries with a concentration in the diabetic foot, and wound care.
Dr. Araujo is married to Lisa Marie and they have two children. When not working, he enjoys soccer, movies, spending time with his family and watching his daughter compete with her cheer sport squad, the ACE Creeks.
1938 AL Hwy 157
Cullman, AL 35058
Phone: (256)739-4030
Fax: (256)739-5743