Medical Specialty:

Orthopaedics

Orthopaedic Surgery

Conditions Treated:

Arm, Elbow & Wrist

Hand and upper extremity

Nerve Injuries

Microsurgery

Joint replacement of the elbow and hand

Cerebral palsy

Procedures Performed:

Arthroscopy of the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder

Medical Groups:

Loma Linda Orthopedic

Accepted Insurance:

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Languages:

English

Education:

Medical School: Doctor of Medicine, Loma Linda University Medical Center

Other: Clinical Practice and Research: Joint replacement of the elbow and hand

Other: Clinical Practice and Research: Microsurgery

Other: Clinical Practice and Research: Nerve injuries and their treatment

Other: Clinical Practice and Research: Hand and upper extremity

Other: Appointments, Head of Hand Surgery, Loma Linda University, School of Medicine

Other: Appointments, Assistant Professor Department of Orthopaedic Surgery

Other: Membership, San Bernardino County Medical Association

Other: Membership, Neufield Society

Other: Membership, California Orthopaedic Association

Other: Membership, American Society for Surgery of the Hand

Other: Membership, American Medical Association

Other: Membership, Alpha Omega Alpha

Certificate: of Added Qualification in Hand Surgery

Certificate: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Internship: Intern, General Surgery, Loma Linda University Medical Center

Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, Loma Linda University Medical Center

Fellowship: Fellow, Hand Surgery, Loma Linda University Medical Center

Other: Clinical Practice and Research: Arthroscopy of the hand, wrist elbow, and shoulder

Philosophy of Care:

As the Chief of the Section of Hand Surgery for Loma Linda University Medical Center (LLUMC) I have managed the most complex and difficult of hand problems and injuries. LLUMC is a level 1 trauma center, we are the referral center for orthopaedic care for the vast region between Las Vegas and San Diego, and from between Los Angeles and Phoenix. Treatment of major trauma, reattachment of severed arms hands or fingers, repair of nerve tendon and vascular injuries to the arm are done performed with the latest methods. Other facilities in the region send their patients to us for “Higher Level of Care,” and that is indeed what we provide. In addition to treating trauma, athletic injuries such as rotator cuff problems, biceps tendon ruptures, elbow ligament and tendon problems are treated with expert care and the latest arthroscopic methods. My arthroscopic expertise includes the shoulder, elbow, wrist, thumb and fingers, to address your needs with the least invasive means possible. When people think of joint replacement, most are aware of artificial knees and hips. My expertise in elbow replacements and alternative treatments for elbow arthritis can deal with a painful elbow in the best way for each patient. When hand and wrist joints become arthritic and painful my experience with arthroscopy, fusions, and joint replacements will give you the best option for your situation. Since 1998, a major focus of my practice has been children. My mentor and senior partner is Dr. Virgil Wood, honored as the “Most cited author in Congenital Hand Surgery” by the American Society for Surgery of the Hand. Working closely with Dr. Wood has been a privilege and our care of childhood injuries and deformities of the arm and hand has made Loma Linda University a major referral center for these problems.

Clinical Interest:

Cerebral Palsy, Arthrogryposis, Brachial Plexus Palsies, Constriction Bands, Cleft Hands, Syndactyly, Polydactyly, Club Hands, and much more are all in my scope of practice.