Orthopedic Surgery near Bellaire, TX

Biography: Dr. Prasarn specializes in the surgical care of complex spinal disorders and orthopaedic trauma. He earned his medical degree from NYU School of Medicine and completed his orthopaedic residency at the University of Miami Jackson Memorial Hospital. Following his residency, Dr. Prasarn finished a Fellowship in Orthopaedic Trauma at the Hospital for Special Surgery. He then went on to complete the Louis A. Goldstein Spinal Surgery fellowship at the University of Rochester Medical Center. Additionally, he has been a visiting fellow at MD Anderson Cancer Institute. He has worked as a full professor and clinical surgeon here in Houston for the past 13 years.

Biography: Offering state-of-the-art equipment and the latest in patient-centered restorative techniques, David M. Bloome, MD and his talented team are dedicated to providing the best orthopedic foot and ankle care for people from all walks of life in and around Houston. Whether you're an athlete trying to get back in the game or the victim of a traumatic injury looking for a road to recovery, Dr. Bloome knows that everyone has their own challenges and goals for getting healthy again. That's why he offers both operative and nonoperative treatments for most foot and ankle problems.Dr. Bloome combines this personalized approach with the latest in medical technology and years of experience performing orthopedic procedures. As a result, there is little injury to the musculoskeletal system that Dr. Bloome can't treat, including bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons.Conservative measures are Dr. Bloome's first approach to your orthopedic problems, but he specializes in ankle surgery, Achilles tears, ankle fractures, total ankle replacement, and arthroscopy, so he quickly and effectively repairs more severe injuries with surgery as needed. No matter what it takes, Dr. Bloome's primary goal is to get you back to the active lifestyle you crave.Dr. Bloome, a native Houstonian, graduated from St. John's School where he excelled in academics and athletics, and was also an accomplished drummer. He ran track at Emory University where he was a member of Phi Beta Kappa. After medical school at the University of TexasSouthwestern in Dallas, and residency at the University of New Mexico, he came back to Houston to make it his home again. His proudest accomplishment in life, however, is his family his beautiful wife and three children. In his spare time, he can be found coaching their sports teams or taking them fishing.David M. Bloome's practice, based at Fondren Orthopedic Group, accepts most types of insurance. Dr. Bloome is ready to help: Call today to schedule a consultation or book your appointment online.

Care Philosophy: We specialize in a wide range of hip and knee problems from early cases to advanced reconstructions. Our goal is to maximize a patient s function and performance while enhancing their quality of life.

Biography: Dr. Taylor Brown, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist who practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Taylor Brown, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital and Houston Methodist.

Biography: Tomiko Fukuda, M.D. is an orthopedic surgeon specializing and foot and ankle surgery. Originally from the Midwest, Dr. Fukuda graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. She worked in Wisconsin for International Paper as a Chemical Engineer for 3 years before changing her path to medicine. She received her Medical Doctorate from the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Fukuda went on to complete her Surgical Internship and her Orthopedic Surgery Residency at McGaw Medical Center at Northwestern University School of Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. She completed a Fellowship Training Program in Foot and Ankle Surgery at the Foundation for Orthopaedic, Athletic, and Reconstructive Research in Houston, Texas.Dr. Fukuda has many honors and awards to her credit, including the Walter P. Blount Award for Orthopedics, given by the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at the Medical College of Wisconsin. She received the Janet M. Glascow Memorial Citizen for Scholastic Achievement Award by the American Medical Women's Association, and is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor's Society. Dr. Fukuda has authored several publications and given presentations in her career, including "Impact of Talar Component Rotation on Contact Pressure after Total Ankle Arthroplasty: A Cadaveric Study" presented at the 75th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons in San Francisco, California, in March 2008.Dr. Fukuda is a member of the following professional societies: - Alpha Omega-Alpha Honor's Society Active Member- American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society Active Member- American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons FellowIn addition to her Texas medical license, Dr. Fukuda is board certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery. In addition to enjoying her vibrant practice, she loves spending time with her husband and young son.

Biography: T. Bradley Edwards, M.D., specializes in disorders of the shoulder and orthopedic surgery.Dr. Edwards attended Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge. After three years of undergraduate education, Dr. Edwards pursued a Medical Doctorate from LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans, where he was a member of Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. He remained at LSU-New Orleans for his Orthopedic Residency, where he excelled in clinical and basic science research.Dr. Edwards completed a one year Shoulder Surgery and Sports Medicine Fellowship in Lyon, France with Dr. Gilles Walch, while serving as the Clinical Orthopedic Society Traveling Fellow. He was in practice for two years at the Minneapolis Sports Medicine Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota where he served as the Chief Shoulder Surgeon and Director of Research before moving to Houston.Dr. Edwards specializes in disorders of the shoulder including those treated with open and arthroscopic surgery. He is very active in clinical and scientific research. Dr. Edwards has published more than 100 scientific articles and ten book chapters on topics such as rotator cuff problems, shoulder instability, and shoulder replacement. He has authored a textbook on shoulder replacement. Additionally, he has more than 100 scientific presentations at national and international meetings to his credit.His professional appointments include:Clinical Instructor, University of Texas at Houston, Department of Orthopedic SurgeryClinical Assistant Professor, Baylor University, Department of Orthopedic SurgeryAssociate Editor, The Journal of Shoulder and Elbow SurgeryBoard of Editors, OrthopedicsConsultant Reviewer, American Journal of Sports MedicineConsultant Reviewer, Clinical Orthopedics and Related ResearchDr. Edwards is a member of the following societies:American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA)Alpha Omega AlphaAmerican Shoulder and Elbow SurgeonsAssociation of Bone and Joint SurgeonsDr. Edwards holds a staff appointment at Texas Orthopedic Hospital. In addition to his medical licenses in Texas, Louisiana, and Minnesota, Dr. Edwards is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Biography: Vasilios Mathews, M.D., specializes in joint replacement surgery, including the performance of surgery via minimally-invasive joint replacement techniques. In addition, Dr. Mathews has extensive experience with bone-sparing procedures, including partial knee replacement and hip resurfacing, as well as with the newest innovative techniques, including anterior hip replacements and the use of low-wear joint replacements. Dr. Mathews' specialization also includes revision of certain failed prior hip surgeries, failed prior knee surgery, and failed knee replacements.Dr. Mathews has achieved peer acknowledgement for his care of patients and orthopedic skills.Dr. Mathews' care is entirely by himself, including daily rounds and direct patient care. He performs his own surgeries on all patients.A native of Connecticut, Dr. Mathews obtained his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York. Dr. Mathews began his postgraduate training at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York where he completed his internship and his residency training in orthopedic surgery and was named Chief Orthopedic Surgery Resident. Dr. Mathews completed his fellowship training at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, where he specialized in adult lower extremity reconstruction.Dr. Mathews has many publications and presentations to his credit. He is a member of the following societies:American Academy of Orthopaedic SurgeonsAmerican Association of Hip and Knee SurgeonsHouston Orthopedic Society

Care Philosophy: Excellent patient-centered care provided with compassion and state of the art minimally invasive techniques.

Biography: Dr. Robert Neff, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist who practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Robert Neff, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist and Houston Methodist West Hospital.

Biography: Dr. Kwan Park, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist who practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Kwan Park, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist and Houston Methodist Hospital.

Biography: I am a partner in the Fondren Orthopaedic Group. I am a board certified orthopaedic surgeon dedicated to providing exceptional orthopaedic foot and ankle care in the Houston area for the past 15 years. My orthopedic practice specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of foot and ankle problems. In preparation for this I have completed a 5 year orthopedic residency and additional year in foot and ankle fellowship training. This provided the opportunity for a broad based training and experience in the diagnosis and management (nonoperative and operative) of orthopedic and foot and ankle problems. As an experienced physician with more than 15 years of foot and ankle specialization in orthopaedics, I attempt to take a highly interactive approach to caring for my patients. I believe the most important aspects of providing quality care are listening to the needs of patients, providing patient education, and presenting all the treatment options to the patient. This includes nonsurgical and surgical treatments options. I believe that knowledgeable patients make the best decisions about their own treatment. That is why I explain every step of the diagnostic process. Next, I want my patients to understand their condition: how it developed and how various treatment approaches can improve or repair the problem. With each treatment options, I present a realistic outlook on the results we can achieve. I'll also be frank about any risks that might be involved. If a non-surgical option is available, I'll explain that avenue in depth. During an initial visit, patients can expect to meet my assistants.They will schedule appointments, verify current insurance information, and provide you with any information(prescriptions and educational materials) you may need. We are committed to patient satisfaction. I look forward to having the opportunity to work with you, and to helping you achieve your best possible musculoskeletal health.

Biography: Dr. Anay Patel is a member of the American Academy of Hip and Knee Surgeons.

Care Philosophy: He believes in being conservative with his treatment recommendations and only recommends surgery when less-invasive treatments have failed. Most importantly, Dr. Ihekweazu takes great pride in treating each patient as if they were a member of his family and in his leading patients back to their active lifestyles.

Care Philosophy: I am committed to provide compassionate individualized patient care and to exhaust all appropriate non-operative treatment options. My goal is to deliver the highest level of care while helping my patients understand their diagnosis and return to their de

Care Philosophy: I am dedicated to provide each patient with the highest quality personalized and compassionate care while addressing their orthopedic needs It is a privilege to work with my patients to restore their mobility and quality of life

Care Philosophy: Dr. Ahuero believes in a patient-centered approach to caring for those he has the privilege of treating.