OsteoarthritisofFoot near Herndon, VA

Care Philosophy: Compassionate care is achieved when we combine our medical expertise with an unwavering responsibility, to treat others as we would want to be treated ourselves. The most fulfilling part of my day is found in the relationships that I build with my patients. I find it a privilege to be part of each and every patient's journey.

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. 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.

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.

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: I believe that individualized comprehensive care involves treating the patient as a whole and not just the injury, taking into consideration your unique perspective and experiences. People can require musculoskeletal care from a myriad of reasons and at different stages of life. My goal is to help you understand your condition as well as all of the options available so that we together can make the best treatment plan to aid in your return to health and functionality. I understand that it is difficult when injury can prevent you from doing and enjoying the activities you love. It is my goal to provide the best possible care so that you can return to those activities as soon as possible.

Care Philosophy: personalized care. we love our patients

Biography: Dr. Rajeev Khanna, MD is an Internist who practices in Herndon, VA. He is 63 years old. Dr. Rajeev Khanna, MD is affiliated with Reston Hospital Center.

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.