OsteoarthritisofHand near Forks, WA

Care Philosophy: Daniela Mehech, MD, is a board-certified physiatrist (physical medicine and rehabilitation physician), with a certificate of added qualification in sports medicine. Dr. Mehech enjoys getting her patients of all ages and recreation levels moving and being active. She focuses on musculoskeletal and sports-related conditions, including acute and overuse injuries, as well as osteoarthritis and tendinopathy. Dr. Mehech has a particular interest in using ultrasound not only to diagnose and treat via ultrasound-guided injections and procedures, but also to educate patients on their conditions. She values working in a collaborative environment with both patients and with other medical professionals such as orthopedic surgeons and physical or occupational therapists. Originally from California, Dr. Mehech is happy to call Washington home. Outside of medicine, you can find Dr. Mehech cycling in all forms, swimming, running and spending time outdoors with her family.

Care Philosophy: 'Understanding your medical condition is a key to getting better; providing that understanding is part of my job.'

Biography: William Callahan, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician with certificate of added qualification in sports medicine. He specializes in primary care sports medicine and non-operative orthopedics including care of acute and overuse injuries as well as osteoarthritis, tendinopathy and other degenerative musculoskeletal conditions. He has experience with musculoskeletal ultrasound including selected ultrasound-guided injections and procedures including Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) and corticosteroid injection. _x000D_ Dr. Callahan sees himself as a coach, educating and actively involving his patients in their care, and organizing the extended team of providers who may offer additional assistance, such as physical therapists or orthopedic surgeons. _x000D_ Dr. Callahan is a member of the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine. _x000D_ Outside of medicine he enjoys running, skiing, mountain biking, camping, barbecuing, gardening and spending time with his wife and their two great kids.