OsteoarthritisofFoot near Wharton, TX

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

Biography: Dr. Mark Brinker, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist who practices in Houston, TX. He is 65 years old and has been practicing for 38 years. Dr. Mark Brinker, MD is affiliated with Texas Orthopedic Hospital.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Yang has been providing care continuously to west Houston families since 1991. She is experienced in evaluation and management of common acute and chronic diseases. She also has a strong interest in health promotion and disease prevention. She believes in treating the whole patient in the context of patient's social, cultural, and spiritual background. She truly enjoys working with patients and is very proud of her service record. Dr.Yang has been recognized as one of America's Top Family Doctors by Consumers' Research Council of America. She is also the recipient of 2008 Patients' Choice Award.

Biography: Dr. Schroit completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Science in biology. She then proceeded with a research opportunity at Stanford University before attending Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine where she received her D.P.M. She completed a three year residency program in her hometown Houston at Kingwood Medical Center.Her professional interests include common foot problems such as bunions, hammertoes, heel pain, ingrown toenails, and trauma. She is also interested in treating sports injuries.She is on all major insurance plans. These include: Aetna, United Health Care, Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Cigna and Medicare. Please look in the insurance section for the full list.Dr. Schroit enjoys spending time with her family and soon to-be husband here in Houston. She has a huge heart for animals and has two loving dogs of her own which she enjoys spending time with. Dr. Schroit also enjoys the outdoors, traveling and has a strong passion for health and fitness.

Biography: Dr. Kyle Dickson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist who practices in Houston, TX. He is 62 years old and has been practicing for 50 years. Dr. Kyle Dickson, MD is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center and HCA Houston Healthcare Pearland.

Care Philosophy: A native of Trinidad and Tobago, Dr. Pacquette received his medical degree at the University of the West Indies in St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago. He completed his internship in internal medicine at Port of Spain General Hospital, Trinidad and Tobago. Dr. Pacquette has worked in private practice and has acted as a preceptor at Michigan State University Medical School in Midland, Michigan. Dr. Pacquette is board certified in internal medicine and a member of the American College of Physicians.

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Care Philosophy: My focus is treating the patient as a whole and approaching illness from all angles; prevention is a key focus as is helping patients to be their own advocates and having a voice in their healthcare. The goal is to build an effective and long-lasting partnership with patients that will hopefully last a lifetime.