Dr. Charles M. Ware

Name: Dr. Charles M. Ware

Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery

Qualification / Board Certification:

• MD, Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine
• Residency in Orthopedic Surgery, Madigan Army Medical Center
• Board certification in Orthopedic Surgery (implied through long-term practice and licensure)

Affiliation(s): Mishawaka Orthopedics and Sports Medicine P.C.

Locations (City/State): Mishawaka, Indiana, USA

Languages Spoken: Not specified

Accepting New Patients: Not specified

NPI Number: 1881689834

About the Doctor

Dr. Charles M. Ware is an experienced orthopedic surgeon with more than two decades of clinical practice in Mishawaka, Indiana. He provides comprehensive musculoskeletal care with a focus on both surgical and conservative treatment options. Patients often highlight his thorough evaluations, clear communication, and emphasis on personalized treatment planning.

He is affiliated with Mishawaka Orthopedics and Sports Medicine P.C., where he manages a wide range of orthopedic conditions including joint degeneration and sports injuries.

Key Highlights:

• Over 20 years of orthopedic experience
• Expertise in joint replacement and sports injuries
• Focus on non-surgical treatment when appropriate
• Strong patient satisfaction ratings
• Affiliated with a specialized orthopedic practice

Education & Training

Medical School: Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine

Residency: Madigan Army Medical Center – Orthopedic Surgery (1986–1990)

Internship: Madigan Army Medical Center – Transitional Year (1983–1984)

Fellowship / Additional Training: Not specified

Medical Conditions Treated

Dr. Charles M. Ware treats a wide range of orthopedic conditions, including:

• Knee arthritis
• Hip arthritis
• Rotator cuff injuries
• Sports-related injuries
• Lower back pain
• Joint degeneration
• Ligament and tendon injuries
• Fractures and trauma-related injuries

Medical Procedures Performed

• Knee replacement surgery
• Shoulder repair (including rotator cuff repair)
• Arthroscopic joint surgery
• Fracture repair and fixation
• Joint injections
• Sports injury treatment procedures
• Diagnostic musculoskeletal evaluations
• Non-surgical orthopedic management

Services Offered

Dr. Charles M. Ware provides comprehensive orthopedic care at Mishawaka Orthopedics and Sports Medicine P.C., focusing on restoring mobility and reducing pain. His services include evaluation, diagnosis, surgical intervention when needed, and long-term management of musculoskeletal disorders. He is known for incorporating non-surgical treatment approaches whenever possible before recommending surgery.

List of Services:

• Orthopedic consultations
• Joint replacement surgery
• Sports injury management
• Chronic joint pain treatment
• Arthritis management
• Imaging and diagnostic evaluation (including in-office X-rays)
• Post-surgical rehabilitation planning
• Non-operative orthopedic care

Accepted Insurances

• Medicare
• Aetna
• Cigna
• United Healthcare
• Medicaid
• Blue Cross Blue Shield (various plans via Elevance)

Practice Locations

Location 1:

Address: 270 E Day Rd, Ste 200, Mishawaka, IN 46545
Phone: (574) 271-5151

Hospital Affiliations

• Mishawaka Orthopedics and Sports Medicine P.C. (primary practice affiliation)