Spring is Here!
As we transition into a new season of activities, we’re excited to highlight the professionals and programs at Tahoe Forest Health System that are here to support your movement, recovery, and injury prevention.
Meet our new Medical Director, Dr. Hagen, read about how you can have your gait analyzed to ease the pain or walking or running, and learn some core strengthening to keep your core stable and help you stay active and injury-free!
Read on to learn how we’re helping our community stay healthy, moving, and doing what you love — all year long.
Happy Spring!
Provider Spotlight
Jonathan T. Hagen, MD
Tahoe Forest Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
We’re excited to introduce Dr. Jonathan T. Hagen as the new Medical Director of Sports Medicine and Orthopedics at Tahoe Forest. Dr. Hagen is a skilled orthopedic surgeon passionate about helping patients get back to doing what they love, whether that’s pain-free daily activities, returning to sports, or staying active with family. He brings extensive experience diagnosing and treating a wide range of bone, joint, and muscle conditions, with a strong focus on personalized, patient-centered care.
Dr. Hagen earned his medical degree from Texas A&M Health Science Center, completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, and completed a fellowship in Orthopedic Sports Medicine at Barton Lake Tahoe. He also had the opportunity to work with the U.S. Ski Team, which has given him valuable insight into caring for athletes of all levels.
When he’s not in the clinic or operating room, Dr. Hagen enjoys skiing, mountain biking, and playing soccer, often with his three kids along for the adventure. He’s passionate about staying active and understands firsthand the importance of keeping people moving safely and confidently. We’re thrilled to have Dr. Hagen leading the way in advancing orthopedic and sports medicine care for our community!
Contact Info
Tahoe Forest Sports Medicine & Therapy Services
10710 Donner Pass Road, 2nd floor, Truckee, CA 96161
Tahoe Forest Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
10051 Lake Avenue, Ste. 3, Truckee, CA 96161
(530) 587-7461 | tfhd.com/orthopedics
Incline Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
880 Alder Ave, 2nd Floor, Incline Village, NV 89451
Featured Therapy
Fixing that hitch in your step with a gait analysis
As the snow melts here in Tahoe, people are starting to trade in their winter activities for summer activities. That means more walking, hiking, and running. If you are having pain with any of these activities, a gait analysis may help.
The physical therapists at Tahoe Forest Hospital are movement experts trained to perform gait analysis. During a gait analysis, a physical therapist will watch you walk or run (depending on your activities and what is causing your pain) on a treadmill. The therapist may use movement analysis software such as Dartfish to record videos of you walking or running to help analyze your movements.
Gait analysis can provide insights into your injury and how to treat it. Based on the findings of your gait analysis, the physical therapist may prescribe certain exercises, give advice on how to fix your stride, or provide advice on appropriate footwear. All these things help improve your condition and get you back doing what you love. If you are having pain with walking, hiking, or running, ask your referring provider for a referral to physical therapy for a gait analysis.
Injury Prevention Corner
Strengthen your core to stay injury-free
Many of us are swapping out winter activities for hiking, biking, running, and other summer sports. No matter the season, one of the best ways to stay injury-free is by keeping your core strong and stable.
Your core isn’t just about your abs, it includes the muscles around your pelvis, lower back, hips, and stomach – all working together to support your entire body. A well-conditioned core improves balance, posture, and overall movement mechanics, helping prevent injuries to your upper and lower body. A strong core is key to staying safe and active, whether you’re hitting the trails or gearing up for your next outdoor adventure.
Access simple, practical core exercises here that will keep you strong and ready for every season!
The HURT! App
Tahoe Forest Orthopedics & Sports Medicine has partnered with the HURT! app to connect you to an orthopedic expert within minutes, day or night.
- Message securely about the injury
- Receive advice and determine next steps
- Avoid unnecessary trips to the ER
Learn more about the HURT! App.
