Medical Specialty:

Orthopaedics

Orthopaedic Surgery

Conditions Treated:

Total joints

Trauma

Foot and Ankle disorders

Procedures Performed:

Primary and revision total joint surgeries

Languages:

English

Spanish

Education:

Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine

Residency: Loma Linda University School of Medicine

Internship: Loma Linda University School of Medicine

Certificate: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Philosophy of Care:

As an orthopaedic surgeon I enjoy the relationships that I have with my patients. I listen to the problems they have and the challenges that they face. I explain what to reasonably expect from each treatment option that is available to them. I ask myself what I would choose if I faced this decision for myself as well as what I would recommend to a family member if they were facing the same challenge in this setting. I can then help the patient choose a treatment option that they understand and are comfortable with.

Clinical Interest:

I have recently returned to Loma Linda, my alma mater, after having been in the private practice setting for over 30 years in Kennewick Washington. I bring extensive experience in general orthopaedics with an emphasis on total joint repair and replacement. I have an interest in training orthopaedic surgery residents.

Hobbies:

Volleyball, Jet skiing, Singing and designed and built a solar panel system.