Radiculopathy near Opa Locka, FL

Biography: Dr. Elizabeth Ouellette, MD is a Hand Surgery Specialist who practices in Miami Gardens, FL. She is 73 years old and has been practicing for 47 years. Dr. Elizabeth Ouellette, MD is affiliated with Baptist Health, West Kendall Baptist Hospital, Baptist Hospital of Miami, Doctors Hospital and South Miami Hospital.

Biography: Jose Mena, M.D., is a physiatrist with Miami Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Institute and a member of Baptist Health Medical Group, an organization of more than 18 physicians in multiple specialties closely aligned with Baptist Health South Florida. He specializes in diagnosing and treating spine and back injuries, diseases and disorders. He performs non-operative and interventional spine procedures, including epidural steroid injections; intra-articular facet injections; medical branch blocks and radiofrequency ablation; discograms; selective nerve root blocks; and peripheral joint/bursa injections in the shoulder, knee, elbow, hand/wrist and ankle and foot. Dr. Mena received his medical degree from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine in Rio Piedras. He completed an internship at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in San Juan, and a residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Boston University Medical Center, where he was also chief resident. In addition, he completed a fellowship in pain medicine at the University of Louisville Health Sciences Center in Kentucky. He is Board-certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and holds a subspecialty certification in pain medicine.

Biography: William Davis, III, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at Baptist Health, specializing in sports medicine. He speaks English and conversational Spanish. Prior to joining Baptist Health in 2023, Dr. Davis worked for the Musculoskeletal Institute at Duly Health and Care as an orthopedic sports medicine surgeon. He served as the academic lead for Duly Health Cares Sports Medicine group and as the head team physician and medical director for North Central College Athletics. After earning his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine, Dr. Davis completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital. He then continued his education with his orthopedic sports medicine fellowship at Baptist Health Doctors Hospital UHZ Sports Medicine Institute and a foot and ankle surgery fellowship at Baptist Health Orthopedic Institute. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Davis is a faculty instructor at the Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine. His research on improving outcomes for sports-related injuries can be found in peer-reviewed publications such as Current Orthopaedic Practice and Foot and Ankle Clinics. Dedicated to whole-patient health, Dr. Davis offers comprehensive treatments and postoperative care to help people get back to their busy lives. He takes time to listen and review his patients concerns and collaborates with them to create recovery plans that reflect their goals. Outside of work, Dr. Davis enjoys skiing, golfing, reading and spending time with his family.

Care Philosophy: Dr. DAmore believes in the importance of patient education and shared decision-making. He strives to provide each patient with a customized treatment plan tailored to their needs and goals. Dr. DAmore takes the time to explain diagnoses, treatment options, and expected outcomes thoroughly. He empowers patients to make informed decisions about their care. DAmore utilizes a combination of conservative interventions to alleviate pain, restore function, and improve quality of life. If conventional treatments prove ineffective, he offers patients the latest advancements in surgical techniques to eliminate pain and optimize function safely. In addition, he leverages both traditional and minimally invasive techniques when appropriate, ensuring exceptional care toward a swift recovery.