Radiculopathy near Purcellville, VA

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

Biography: Marina G. Protopapas, D.O. is practicing out of National Spine & Pain Centers' Fair Oaks, VA center. She is diligent and thoughtful in the practice of her profession. With an unwavering focus on quality of care, she takes an individualized and comprehensive approach with each patient.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Ghauri finds professional accomplishment in improving the quality of life of his patients with appropriate and thorough medical evaluation and intervention, and enjoys getting to know those he cares for. He understands the value of using a comprehensive multimodal approach in treating pain, by treating the patient as a wholenot just their pain complaints.

Biography: A native Virginian, Dr. Amanda Trucksess attended The College of William and Mary where she was a member of their Division I swim team. With a strong interest in athletics as well as human biomechanics and physiology, Dr. Trucksess graduated cum laude with a major in kinesiology. She went on to earn her medical degree from the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine at the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond where she was named to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. Following medical school, she completed a four year residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville. Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (known as physiatry) is a sub-specialty of medicine that focuses on the restoration of function and the non-operative treatment of nerve, muscle, and bone disorders. Dr. Trucksess chose this specialty because it allowed her to integrate her interest in human physiology with her passion for patient care.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Shasti believes in providing excellent care with compassion and respect. He feels the most important aspect of patient care is the relationship between the physician and patient, and the joint effort in accomplishing the desired goal. Dr. Shasti takes the time to educate each patient about their spinal disorder and treatment options, including both conservative and surgical management.