OsteoarthritisofHand near Pasadena, TX

Care Philosophy: I take pride in evaluating and treating the patient as a whole. This is crucial when caring for patients with chronic and complex rheumatologic illnesses. Therefore, I focus on evidence-based medicine, but listen carefully to my patients, keeping their treatment goals as a part of our shared decision-making process to provide the best possible care.

Biography: Dr. Annie Ashok is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in acute and chronic hand, wrist, and elbow conditions. She has experience treating traumatic injuries and performs repairs and reconstructions of tendons, nerves, and arteries in the hand and upper extremity, and provides acute fracture care for the upper extremity. Dr. Ashok is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), the American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH), and the American Association for Hand Surgery (AAHS).Her areas of treatment expertise include:Carpal tunnel syndromeCubital tunnel syndrome/ulnar nerve entrapmentGanglion cystTrigger finger and trigger thumbDe Quervain's tenosynovitisDupuytren's contractureThumb arthritis and other arthritic conditions of the hand, finger, wrist, and elbowLigament tears of the thumbTendon lacerationsNail bed injuriesTennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)Golfer's elbow (medial epicondylitis)Sports injuries of the hand, wrist, forearm, and elbowBicep tear and Bicep tendon injuryRepetitive strain injury (RSI) and overuse syndromesBursitisHand, finger, wrist, forearm, and elbow fractures

Care Philosophy: We believe in the connection of mind, body, and spirit. Our goal is to achieve maximum well-being, where everything is functioning at the very best that is possible. We have a personal commitment to move toward the right end of the wellness continuum,

Biography: Dr. Gillian Wooldridge, DO is a Sports Medicine Specialist who practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Gillian Wooldridge, DO is affiliated with Houston Methodist and Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital.

Biography: Dr. Jarolimek was born in Prague, Czech Republic. He graduated from the University of Colorado with a B.A. in Biology. Dr. Jarolimek completed his medical degree, internship in General Surgery and residency in Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Texas Houston Health Science Center. He is a member of the Texas Medical Association and the Harris County Medical Society.Prior to becoming a physician, Dr. Jarolimek trained in Judo at the United States Olympic Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He is still active in the martial arts and is the World Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Champion in the Senior Division. Free time is spent with family, Jiu Jitsu training, kayaking, and skiing.

Biography: Dr. Michael Cusick, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist who practices in Houston, TX. He is 44 years old and has been practicing for 17 years. Dr. Michael Cusick, MD is affiliated with Texas Orthopedic Hospital.