Dr. Ronald B. Trale

About the Doctor

Dr. Ronald B. Trale is a board-certified osteopathic orthopedist with over 21 years of experience, specializing in general orthopedic surgery. He earned his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine – Seton Hill. Currently practicing in Indiana, Pennsylvania, as part of the Center for Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine PC, he is affiliated with Chan Soon-Shiong Medical Center at Windber. Dr. Trale has received the Patient’s Top Choice award, with a 5/5 patient rating based on 54 reviews. Patients commend him for making time, listening attentively, explaining clearly, performing thorough exams, and demonstrating excellent bedside manner. He is recognized as an expert in knee replacement, hip replacement, arthritis, and inflamed tendons of the upper body. He accepts a wide range of insurance plans including Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross, Humana, and United Healthcare.

• Over 20 years of experience in orthopedics

• 5/5 patient rating with Patient’s Top Choice recognition

• Expert in knee replacement, hip replacement, and arthritis management

• Affiliated with Chan Soon-Shiong Medical Center at Windber

• Broad insurance acceptance including Medicare and Medicaid

Education & Training

Medical School – Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine – Seton Hill
Residency – Not specified in source
Fellowship/Additional Training – None listed

Medical Conditions Treated

• Osteoarthritis of the knee, hip, and shoulder

• Hip replacement (degenerative joint disease, avascular necrosis, fracture)

• Knee replacement (degenerative joint disease, arthritis)

• Arthritis (rheumatoid, post-traumatic, degenerative)

• Inflamed tendons of the upper body (rotator cuff tendinitis, biceps tendinitis, tennis elbow)

• Bursitis and joint inflammation

• Meniscus tears and ligament injuries (knee)

• Fractures and dislocations (general orthopedic trauma)

• Lower back pain and degenerative spine conditions

• Carpal tunnel syndrome and hand/wrist conditions

Medical Procedures Performed

• Total knee replacement (primary and revision)

• Total hip replacement (primary and revision)

• Arthroscopic surgery of the knee (meniscectomy, ligament reconstruction, chondroplasty)

• Arthroscopic shoulder surgery (rotator cuff repair, subacromial decompression)

• Joint aspiration and injection (corticosteroids, viscosupplementation)

• Fracture fixation (open reduction internal fixation – ORIF)

• Tendon repair (upper and lower extremity)

• Bursectomy and soft tissue excision

• Carpal tunnel release

• Trigger finger release

Services Offered

Dr. Trale’s orthopedic practice provides comprehensive surgical and non-surgical care for patients with degenerative joint conditions, sports injuries, and general musculoskeletal problems. He offers thorough evaluations including physical examination and imaging review to develop individualized treatment plans. For patients with arthritis of the knee or hip, he performs total joint replacement using modern techniques to relieve pain and restore function. When surgery is not immediately indicated, he offers conservative management including physical therapy, activity modification, and joint injections. He also treats tendonitis, bursitis, and fractures. Dr. Trale is known for taking time to explain diagnoses and treatment options clearly, ensuring patients feel informed and confident. He coordinates care with physical therapists, pain specialists, and primary care physicians to achieve optimal outcomes.

• Orthopedic consultation for joint pain, arthritis, and sports injuries

• Total hip replacement and total knee replacement

• Arthroscopic knee and shoulder surgery

• Non-surgical management (physical therapy, bracing, injections)

• Fracture care and trauma surgery

• Tendonitis and bursitis treatment

• Carpal tunnel and hand surgery

• Preoperative optimization and postoperative rehabilitation planning

Accepted Insurances

• Aetna (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Amerihealth Caritas (Medicaid, Medicare)

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Cigna (PPO)

• CMS Medicare

• Elevance (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Highmark (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Humana (Medicare, PPO)

• Medica (PPO)

• Pennsylvania State Medicaid (Medicaid)

• Regence Health Plans (PPO)

• United Healthcare (HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

Practice Locations

Address: 120 Irmc Dr, Ste 160, Indiana, PA, 15701
Phone: (724) 465-2676

Hospital Affiliations

• Chan Soon-Shiong Medical Center at Windber