Radiculopathy near Huntsville, TX

Care Philosophy: Dr. Santamaria moved back to the Houston area in 2008 to join our private neurology practice. His vision of combining cutting edge sleep medicine with quality neurological care brought comprehensive sleep services to the area.His pleasant demeanor, sociable nature, and unique insight make him an asset to the local medical community. He is well known for his outgoing personality and his natural ability to connect with patients on a personal level..Dr. Santamaria is a current member of several medical organizations including American Academy of Neurology (AAN), American Neurological Association (ANA), Academy of Sleep Medicine (ASM), and the Texas Neurological Society (TNS). He currently serves as the medical director for the HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball Hospital Stroke Program..When Dr. Santamaria is not caring for patients, he enjoys spending all of his free time with his wife and three children.

Biography: Dr. Flowers is a board certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in Joint Preservation surgery, Complex Reconstruction and Deformity Correction, and Joint Replacement surgery. Dr. Flowers is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons as well as the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons. He is also a certified Mako Surgeon in Robotic-assisted partial and total knee replacements. Dr. Flowers received his Bachelor of Health Science from Howard University in Washington, D.C. He also holds a Masters of Physical Therapy and Doctorate of Medicine from Howard University. He did his residency in orthopedic surgery at the New York Medical College located in Manhattan. He is fellowship trained in Limb Lengthening and Complex Reconstruction at the Hospital for Special Surgery also in Manhattan, NY. Dr. Flowers became involved in this specialty because of his belief in approaching orthopedic surgery from a different angle. Instead of treating a joint after it is damaged, his approach corrects the malalignment that would lead to debilitating arthritis in the future whether it be in the hip, knee or ankle. He also has the skill set to perform joint replacement procedures for those who already have advanced arthritis. Dr. Flowers also has in-depth knowledge and skills for correcting bowlegs, knock knees and multiple post-traumatic deformities. As a first generation American, Dr. Flowers was born in Queens, NY and raised on Long Island. His family is from Jamaica, West Indies. Dr. Flowers currently resides in The Woodlands with his wife, who is a dermatologist in the area and their two children Caden and Nila who attend John Cooper School. His hobbies include mountain biking, triathlons (he is an Ironman Finisher), and auto racing.

Biography: Dr. Ken Korthauer, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist who practices in Kingwood, TX. He is 71 years old and has been practicing for 45 years. Dr. Ken Korthauer, MD is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Kroll's overarching goal is to be readily available and responsive for any patient under his care. With respect to treatment, he prefers to first exhaust all conservative modalities to give patients the best chance to improve their ailment(s) without needing to undergo surgery. If however, surgical intervention is needed, Dr. Kroll partners with his patients to ensure they understand the surgical plan and post-operative expectations to optimize his or her functional outcome. "I want my patients to get back to living their lives the way they want, as soon as reasonably possible. And I am willing to do everything I can to help them achieve that."

Care Philosophy: I concentrate on my patient's total health and well being, not just the presenting complaint. Also, when it comes to sports medicine and injuries, preventive medicience is high on my list. By educating my patients, we can prevent many chronic conditions as it relates to the musculoskeletal system. PUBLISHED MATERIALS: ``Alternative Approaches to the Ankle OCD Treatment`` and ``Outcome Following Transtinial Amputation Modified with a Distal Tibio-Fibular Synostosis.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Scobercea believes in individualized care customized to each patient's specific needs and activities, from the competitive athlete to weekend warrior to those desiring to return to normal daily function. He utilizes the latest techniques and technology, such as computer navigation, robotic assistance, and imaging based planning software, to perform surgery with the highest degree of accuracy and precision. He strives for the best possible outcomes and loves to see his patients get back to doing the things they love to do.

Care Philosophy: Treat the whole patient and only operate if no better options exist.