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Dr. Charles E. Wilhite Retires After 40 Years of Distinguished Orthopedic Service in Chico

After three decades of dedicated service to the Chico community and surrounding areas, Dr. Charles E. Wilhite has announced his retirement from Orthopedic Associates of Northern California (OANC) as of August 31st, 2025. His career has been marked by unwavering commitment to patient care, surgical excellence, and community involvement. Dr. Wilhite’s journey in medicine began read more

Beloved orthopedic surgeon Dr. Helmuth Jones retires after 40 years of providing compassionate care.

After three decades of dedicated service, Dr. Helmuth Jones has announced his retirement from Orthopedic Associates of Northern California (OANC) as of August 31st 2025. Since joining the practice, Dr. Jones has been a cornerstone in delivering compassionate and expert orthopedic care to patients in Chico and the surrounding communities. Dr. Jones’s career at OANC read more

Annual Toys for Tots Drive

We’re excited for our annual Toys for Tots drive. Starting now through December 13th we need your help to deliver happiness to many children in need. Please donate any new unwrapped toy to support children in need in our community! Dates: Now until December 13th Location: All 4 of our locations 131 Raley Blvd (clinic read more

Announcing our newest team member Dr. Timothy Rushmer

Orthopedic Associates of Northern California is proud to announce the addition of our newest team member Dr. Timothy Rushmer. Dr. Rushmer provides pain management and minimally invasive spine surgery. Dr. Rushmer is a talented and enthusiastic physician. We’re excited for our patients to meet Dr. Rushmer and receive the exceptional care he provides. Learn more read more

With our patient’s help, OANC’s Food Drive was a great success.

With the help of our generous patients, OANC was able to donate 195lbs of food to the North State Food Bank this past December. Thank you to all of our amazing patients, we appreciate you! OANC has been part of the Chico community since 1995. We are so thankful for our amazing community, patients, and read more

Common Summer Orthopedic Injuries

Summer is the time to get out to enjoy the weather and get active as the days are longer and the light lasts longer. Are you ready? There are lots of opportunities for accidents and injuries. Overuse injuries and trauma to a joint are the most common types of injuries. We haul out our bikes, read more

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