PatellofemoralPainSyndromePFPS near Blacksburg, VA

Care Philosophy: Dr. Smalley believes taking care of patients is a privilege and strives to understand patients' problems, circumstances and goals. He is dedicated to partnering with patients to make decisions together as a team. He has worked hard to develop excellent surgical skills, but is able to handle to treat many orthopaedic conditions non-operatively.

Biography: This physician is accepting telehealth visits. Elliot Freed, DO, is a family medicine physician in Giles, Virginia.Dr. Freed earned his undergraduate degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in Blacksburg, Virginia and his medical degree from the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, also in Blacksburg, Virginia. He completed both his internship and residency at LewisGale Hospital Montgomery in Blacksburg, Virginia. During his family practice residency, he served as chief resident in his field. He earned the 2016 award for Best Bedside Manner from OurHealth Magazine.Dr. Freed is board-certified by the American College of Osteopathic Family Practitioners.

Care Philosophy: When I was in school, I received some advice that I still use today. A preceptor once told me to treat patients as if they were a friend or family member. I've tried to use that advice as the basis of my patient care philosophy. I think taking time with patients and listening to their concerns makes a big difference.

Biography: Dr. Bruce Byrd specializes in hip and knee replacement surgery. He chose orthopedics as his specialty after witnessing the impact it had on athletes in his community, while he was playing high school sportswhile an injury could affect a student's pathway to the next level, an orthopedic intervention could often get it back on track. Dr. Byrd chose the subspecialty of Adult Reconstruction (Hip and Knee Replacements) because of the immediate life changing effect it can have on his patients. It allows him to use his engineering and mechanical background to positively influence a person's quality of life, which is very gratifying.

Care Philosophy: My care philosophy is simple: Treat patients how I would want to be treated. Orthopedic injuries and navigating the healthcare system these days can be a frightening and daunting experience. My goal is to ensure that all patients knows their time is valued and that our appreciation for them and their trust in our team is important. My hope is that all patients walks away from a visit feeling like their treatment plan was individualized to their specific goals and needs. Your injury is important - and you should feel that way also.

Biography: Dr. Syed Haider, MD is an Internist who practices in Salem, VA. He is 57 years old and has been practicing for 33 years. Dr. Syed Haider, MD is affiliated with Lewisgale Medical Center.