Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome PFPS near Camden, AR

Care Philosophy: John T. Mays, MD, works with patients step by step, beginning with conservative treatments for pain and injury before he moves to more advanced procedures like surgery. His goal is to see patients heal and recover from injury.

Biography: Mark C. Callanan, Jr., MD, FAAOS, is a board-certified (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery) orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in sports medicine. Additionally he has obtained secondary sports medicine certification from the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, and he is currently a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (FAAOS). He treats musculoskeletal conditions resulting from injury, overuse, and arthritis, specializing in arthroscopic and minimally-invasive surgical techniques, which reduce post-operative recovery time and allow for an earlier return to work and play. He is also trained in cartilage restoration procedures, and the use and application of biologics to aid in injury recovery. Dr. Callanan completed his undergraduate studies at Michigan State University with a degree in Human Biology. Following his undergraduate work, he spent 2 years completing his master's degree at Boston University while actively working in the renowned Harris Orthopedics Biomechanics and Biomaterials Lab at Massachusetts General Hospital focusing on hip arthroplasty research. He further continued his education at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine in Grand Rapids Michigan, where he was an elected member of the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. He went on to complete his residency in orthopedic surgery at the prestigious Harvard Combined Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program where he was selected to be chief resident at Massachusetts General Hospital his final year of training. He then completed his formal education with a Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy Fellowship at the Andrew's Institute in Pensacola Florida where he trained under the renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. James Andrews and his highly skilled partners. The fellowship provided him with an immersive experience in operative and non-operative treatment of musculoskeletal conditions in many professional and collegiate athletes. His team physician experience included coverage of Auburn University football and athletics, the Pensacola Blue Wahoos AA Baseball Team, as well as some of the local area high schools. Dr. Callanan has published numerous scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals, and is actively involved in several ongoing studies. He has authored a book chapter, presented his research at national and regional meetings, and has received awards related to his research and academic pursuits including the prestigious John Charnley Award. He currently resides in Shreveport with his wife and their two dogs. He enjoys powerlifting, physical fitness, fishing, hunting, and most outdoor activities.

Biography: Dr. Moritz graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from Furman University in Greenville, South Carolina, and earned his medical degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, Virginia. After completing a residency in orthopedic surgery at Virginia Commonwealth University, he moved to New Orleans where he completed a fellowship in sports medicine and reconstructive surgery of the knee and shoulder at Ochsner Clinic Foundation. During his time in New Orleans, he was an assistant team physician for the NFL New Orleans Saints and the NBA New Orleans Hornets. In addition to his surgical practice he is part of the Willis-Knighton Sports Medicine team. Prior to joining Bossier Orthopedics, he was part of The Bone & Joint Clinic, practicing with Dr. William S. Bundrick Sr..

Biography: John Ferrell, MD, performs othropedic surgery at The Orthopaedic Clinic, part of the Willis-Knighton Health System in Shreveport, Louisiana. He served many youth patients during his decades of practice, including his years on the medical staff at Shriners Hospital for Children in Shreveport. He previously was a partner at Mid South Orthopedics & Sports Medicine and was an associate clinic professor at LSU Health Sciences Center-Shreveport School of Medicine.Dr. Ferrell began his education at the University of Notre Dame in Indiana, followed by medical school at Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans. In Atlanta, Georgia, Dr. Ferrell completed his internship and residency at Georgia Baptist Scottish Rite. He was a U.S. Olympic swim team physician.He is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery. Today Dr. Ferrell is a member of Louisiana State Medical Society, Shreveport Medical Society and American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Shahrdar values a team approach to patient care that involves the patient and clinic staff and leads to an improved quality of life.

Care Philosophy: Vikram "Vik" Chatrath, MD, is pleased to treat each patient as carefully as he would treat his own family, always providing the best care possible.