
Advanced Orthopedic Specialists
Advanced Orthopedic Specialists is part of Saint Francis Healthcare System in Cape Girardeau, MO. The system is a nonprofit, Cape Girardeau–based healthcare network anchored by Saint Francis Medical Center (306-bed tertiary hospital) with extensive services including Orthopedics, Neurosciences, Cancer Institute, Emergency/Level III Trauma, Heart Hospital, and Neonatology. Saint Francis Healthcare System employs about 2,800 across eight communities and emphasizes faith-inspired healing. In May 2026, Ashlynn Hinkle, PA-C, joined Advanced Orthopedic Specialists, focusing on orthopedic trauma and related evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment.




