Radiculopathy near Fairfax, VA

Care Philosophy: 1. Listen, listen, listen 2. Educate, educate, educate 3. Surgery is generally the last resort as most problems can & should be treated non-operatively 4. When surgery is necessary, minimally invasive approaches generally have better outcomes; however, sometimes a "traditional" approach is the best alternative.

Biography: Dr. Thomas Mazahery grew up in Northern Virginia and wanted to return to the area after his Fellowship to begin his orthopaedic practice. Dr. Mazahery graduated with a BA in Biology from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia, and earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond. He then completed a general surgery internship and an orthopaedic surgery residency at Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois. Additionally, Dr. Mazahery completed a spine fellowship with the renowned surgeon Dr. Henry Bohlman at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. As a spine specialist, Dr. Mazahery enjoys helping his patients return to normal function and resume their active lifestyles. He is especially fascinated by degenerative spine conditions, cervical spine pathology, and research related to improving spine surgery and technology. Having participated in extensive training for cervical spine conditions, Dr. Mazahery's special interests also include motion sparing technology, minimally invasive techniques, deformity correction, microsurgery, and the operative and non-operative care of the entire spine. Active in many professional leadership roles, Dr. Mazahery has been the recipient of several research grants and has presented his research at national and international meetings. He is presently a participant in the AOA Emerging Leaders Program, a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the North American Spine Society. In his leisure time, Dr. Mazahery enjoys running. To date, he has completed five marathons.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Haines' background, reinforced by his clinical experience and treatment philosophy, positions him to provide progressive non-operative and operative treatment solutions to get patients back to a pain-free lifestyle more quickly. He works collaboratively with pain management specialists and physical therapists to provide the most comprehensive treatment plans and improved post-operative rehabilitation pathways. During the initial patient consultation, Dr. Haines intently listens and learns the in-depth history of a patient's pain and impairment as well as their goals for recovery. This information, paired with a detailed physical exam and appropriate imaging studies, allows him to present and explain diagnoses and tailored treatment options. Dr. Haines works collaboratively with the patient to devise the most successful treatment plan to get patients back to a pain-free lifestyle!

Care Philosophy: Dr. Nguyen joined Virginia Spine Institute in 2005 to strengthen the comprehensive and interventional pain management practice. As Director of the Pain Management Center of Virginia, a state-of-the-art outpatient medical center, he has been recognized among the70 Best Pain Management Physicians in America. As a fellowship trained pain specialist, his philosophy is to utilize the most innovative techniques to deliver quality pain management. With his dedication to the practice of medicine, he is on the forefront of minimally invasive diagnostic and therapeutic modalities.

Biography: Dr. Charles Seal, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist who practices in Reston, VA. He is 50 years old. Dr. Charles Seal, MD is affiliated with Reston Hospital Center.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Bharara joins Virginia Spine Institute's comprehensive and interventional pain management team with multifaceted experience treating musculoskeletal patients, performing electro- diagnostic procedures, and administering peripheral and spinal injections. His philosophy promotes the practice of innovative and safe interventional pain management techniques for the diagnosis and treatment of pain and related disorders. With this, he also exemplifies a compassionate approach with his patients to alleviate pain, restore maximum function and improve quality of life.

Biography: Dr. William Kemp is a board-eligible and fellowship-trained neurosurgeon skilled in treating spinal conditions ranging from a herniated disc to complex scoliosis. With 16 years of education and training, Dr. Kemp completed his neurosurgery residency at Cleveland Clinic and spine fellowship at the University of Wisconsin where he gained invaluable experience at two world-class academic medical centers. As a minimally invasive and complex spine neurosurgeon, Dr. Kemp takes pride in utilizing his extensive knowledge of the nervous system to find answers for his patients and provide operative and non-operative solutions to help them reach their goals. His genuine passion for helping others drives a commitment to the highest standard of care and helps patients get back to enjoying life. Dr. Kemp is a great listener and cares for every patient like a member of his own family. During an initial consultation, Dr. Kemp first takes the time to establish a relationship with his patients, learns about their symptoms and prior treatment history, and comes up with goals for recovery. He encourages his patients to ask questions and participate in the shared decision-making of their care. Knowing that 90% of his patients can be helped without surgery, he first recommends conservative solutions such as spine-specialized physical therapy, regenerative medicine, or injections. When surgical intervention is necessary, he provides patients with minimally-invasive options customized to each patient's needs. By employing the mastery of the interdisciplinary team of spine experts at Virginia Spine Institute, Dr. Kemp creates a comprehensive treatment plan customized to each patient. Such care ensures the whole person is treated and optimizes their chance of meaningful recovery. As one of his mentors once told Dr. Kemp: A good doctor treats the problem. A great doctor treats the patient. Whatever the patient's challenge, Dr. Kemp is committed to returning the patient back to life without pain and finds joy in becoming a small part of that journey. In his free time, he's likely at the gym, running, or planning his next travel adventure. If it's football season, he'll be cheering on his alma mater Notre Dame. Go Irish!

Care Philosophy: Prioritizing non-surgical solutions whenever possible, Dr. Jazinis approach emphasizes natural healing. Remarkably, many of Dr. Jazini's patients experience significant improvements without resorting to surgery, as a result of natural regenerative therapies such as stem cell therapy and PRP therapy; spinal injections, spine-specialized physical therapy, and total wellness changes.

Biography: As a "one-stop shop" physiatrist, Dr. Mehta is board certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation. With 13 years of education, training, research, and medical experience, he completed an interventional spine and musculoskeletal medicine fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital, which ranks top 5 in the nation. He treats every aspect of a patient mind, body, spirit, and soul. With a philosophy to simplify the complex, he eases the patient's concerns and helps them feel more comfortable working together towards restoring overall health and function. Through experience with his own family's recoveries, Dr. Mehta has seen firsthand how the body can heal itself. As a result, he pursued the field of osteopathic medicine to help others in need the way others helped his loved ones. His primary objective is to make patients feel more comfortable as they navigate the uncertainty and unknown circumstances behind their pain. To truly treat the patient, Dr. Mehta promotes a holistic approach, taking a look beyond the pain itself. Working synergistically with Virginia Spine Institute's interdisciplinary team of experts, Dr. Mehta tailors treatment plans to suit each individual. His expertise is in interventional spine techniques and sports medicine, utilizing an array of non-operative solutions to provide pain solutions. He is fluent in the following modalities of healing: ultrasound-guided spine and joint injections, EMG / nerve conduction studies, radiofrequency ablation (RFA), Botox®, and other PM&R treatments for headaches and complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS). He encourages his patients to ask questions and understand the details of their treatment. Dr. Mehta firmly believes that the body has the innate ability to regulate and heal itself. He is there to support and encourage the patient along their natural path to recovery but is willing to provide a little boost along the way. The ultimate goal is to restore a patient's functionality, allowing them to get back to doing the things they enjoy most. During a patient's initial consultation with Dr. Mehta, he will take a "deep dive" into their health and pain history and then perform an in-depth physical exam to assess the patient's current functional status and decipher what may be causing their pain. After assessing the complete picture, he then presents treatment recommendations and guidance along with any questions or concerns they may have. By incorporating an extra touch of divinity in each consultation, he sees past someone as "just another patient" and shows the utmost respect and patience as he works with them to improve overall health and provide a better quality of life! Dr. Mehta speaks fluent English, Gujarati, Hindi, and conversational Spanish.

Biography: Dr. Mark Tekrony, MD is a Neurology Specialist who practices in Fairfax, VA. He is 59 years old. Dr. Mark Tekrony, MD is affiliated with Reston Hospital Center.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Dade provides a combination of traditional interventional and regenerative pain medicine techniques to help patients achieve significant pain relief that enables the patient to optimize their health.