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Orthopedics
Kaiser Permanente provider
I speak:
English
My gender:
Male
Yes, my office is accepting new patients. May require referral.
I became a physician to help people. When this is realized, I find it extremely rewarding! Prior to working at Kaiser Permanente, I served our country as an Army orthopedic surgeon. My assignments included Fitzsimons Army Medical Center, Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Tripler Army Medical Center, and 121st General Hospital in Korea. I am a fellow of the American Orthopaedic Association, which is the oldest and most prestigious orthopedic association. Fewer than 10 percent of practicing orthopedic surgeons have achieved this distinction.
I am humbled and challenged by the complexity of the field of orthopedics. I enjoy treating patients with adult foot/ankle problems, as well as patients with acute fractures. Surgery can lead to great improvement in many orthopedic conditions. However, it comes with the risks of surgery and anesthesia. Each patient should weigh the pros and cons of surgical intervention very carefully before proceeding. Part of my duty also is to ensure that our department runs efficiently. I aim to assist in getting patients scheduled with the correct providers whenever possible.
In addition to family and recreational activities, I find involvement at the national level with various orthopedic organizations very rewarding. These include reviewing manuscripts for peer review journals, writing book chapters, and serving as an examiner for the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery.
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10/22/18
