Wythe County Community Hospital and Wythe Physicians Practices Welcomes Bart Eastwood, DO Orthopedic Surgeon

WYTHEVILLE, VA – June 2026 – Wythe County Community Hospital (WCCH) is proud to announce that Bart Eastwood, DO, an experienced orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and joint care, will begin practicing under Wythe Physicians Practices – Orthopedic and Sports Medicine in August 2026.

For patients in Wytheville and the surrounding region, this transition means continued access to experienced orthopedic care they already know, now more closely connected with WCCH and its network of services.

Dr. Eastwood has been serving patients in the Wytheville community for the past three years and brings extensive experience in both surgical and non-surgical orthopedic care. His advanced training includes a sports medicine fellowship at Indiana University’s Methodist Sports Medicine program, where he worked with collegiate and professional athletes, including the Indianapolis Colts.

At WCCH, Dr. Eastwood focuses on helping patients regain mobility, reduce pain, and return to normal daily activities as safely and efficiently as possible. He works with each patient to develop a personalized treatment plan based on their condition, lifestyle, and recovery goals. His areas of expertise include:

• Hand: Fracture care; trigger finger/thumb; ganglions; carpal tunnel (including endoscopic release)
• Elbow: Fracture care; medial/lateral epicondylitis; distal biceps and triceps tears; cubital tunnel; UCL injury (Tommy John) and surgery
• Shoulder: Rotator cuff and labral tears; instability; impingement; AC joint arthritis; frozen shoulder; osteoarthritis (non-op); fracture care and related surgery
• Foot, Ankle & Leg: Ankle sprains, instability, and fractures (with surgery if needed); tendonitis (non-op); fracture care; exertional compartment syndrome
• Knee: ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL injuries; meniscus and root tears; osteoarthritis (non-op); total/partial knee replacement; cartilage injury and grafting; patella instability; quad/patellar tendon injuries; fracture care
• Hip: Osteoarthritis (non-op); hip fractures (surgical); FAI/labral tears (non-op and surgical); abductor tears; bursitis; IT band issues

In addition to treating everyday orthopedic conditions, Dr. Eastwood’s experience working with athletes allows him to bring a high level of precision and performance-focused care to every patient—whether recovering from an injury, managing chronic pain, or working to stay active.

“I’m honored to continue serving patients in this community and to be part of helping them heal and live a healthy life,” said Dr. Eastwood. “It’s incredibly rewarding to see patients recover and get back to doing the things they love.”

“Access to high-quality orthopedic care is essential for our community,” said Theresa Dix Wythe County Community Hospital CEO. “Dr. Eastwood’s experience and commitment to patient-centered care will help ensure individuals can receive the treatment they need close to home, supporting better outcomes and a quicker return to their daily lives.”

Dr. Eastwood earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Nebraska Wesleyan University and his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Des Moines University. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Ohio University and is board certified in orthopedic surgery, with a certificate of added qualification in sports medicine.

Patients interested in learning more or scheduling an appointment with Dr. Eastwood can contact Wythe Physicians Practices – Orthopedic and Sports Medicine at (276) 227-1102.