Your First Visit

What to Expect on Your First Visit

At your first appointment, we will perform a thorough evaluation focused on understanding your injury, symptoms, and overall physical activity goals. Your visit will typically begin with a review of your medical history, past injuries, and current concerns. A focused physical examination will then be performed, which may include range-of-motion testing, strength and stability assessment. Imaging studies such as X-rays, CTs or MRIs may be ordered if needed to further evaluate your presenting problem. We will discuss treatment options, whether that involves physical therapy, non-surgical interventions, or, in some cases, surgical options. The goal of this visit is to work with you to develop a treatment plan to allow you to return to your goal activities.

What to Bring to Your Visit

  • Driver’s License or valid ID

  • Health Insurance card

  • List of Active Medications

  • Medical Records- please bring any of the following if relevant to your visit

    • Prior Imaging Studies (XRs, MRIs, CT scans)

      • Radiology reports can be of great value. In addition, a disc of images allows Dr. Althoff to personally review and interpret your imaging studies. We greatly appreciate every effort to bring an imaging disc with you to your visit.

    • Prior operative reports and/or clinic notes

Prisma Health

At Prisma Health in Greenville, SC, orthopedic surgeons provide advanced, athlete-focused care—from injury prevention and diagnostics to surgical treatment and performance recovery. Surgeons at Prisma Health combines elite sports medicine expertise with personalized care to help athletes at every level return to peak performance.

Awards and Leadership

Warren R. Kadrmas, MD Fellowship Award - Hospital of Special Surgery

Administrative Chief Resident - UVA Health

Schedule an Appointment

Schedule an appointment with Dr. Althoff today to receive expert, personalized orthopedic care tailored to your active lifestyle.