Credentials & Education
Medical School
- University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, Oklahoma City, OK
Residency
- Family Medicine, University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, Oklahoma City, OK
- Orthopaedics, Washington University, St. Louis, MO
Fellowship
- Sports Medicine, University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, Oklahoma City, OK
About
I knew from a young age that I wanted to be a physician. My father and a family friend were doctors and they influenced me to want to truly help people. After suffering injuries from running track at a young age, I became further interested in sports medicine.
With more than 30 years of experience, I understand both the rehab and surgical aspects of orthopedic injuries as I work to get my patients back to their normal activities. I practice general orthopedic surgery with an emphasis on arthroscopic surgeries, total joint replacements, and sports medicine. I am also trained in robotic-assisted joint replacements.
My patients would say that I am a good listener, patient and thorough in my treatments. I try to fully explain all treatment options to my patients to help them figure out what works best for their lifestyle. I believe in doing whatever it takes to make my patients better, whether operatively or non-operatively.
I believe education is important, and I stay up to date through my countless memberships. After graduating magna cum laude from the University of Notre Dame, I attended the University of Oklahoma School of Medicine where I completed a residency in family medicine before completing further training in general surgery and orthopedic surgery at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, MO. Following my residency in orthopedic surgery, I was awarded a fellowship to study sports medicine specializing in arthroscopic surgery at the University of Oklahoma.
In my spare time, I enjoy fly fishing, hunting, and hiking.
Professional Associations:
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Arthroscopy Association of North America
- American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society
- Oklahoma Orthopaedic Society
- Mid America Orthopaedic Association
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- Oklahoma County Medical Society
- Oklahoma State Medical Association
- American Medical Association
I knew from a young age that I wanted to be a physician. My father and a family friend were doctors and they influenced me to want to truly help people. After suffering injuries from running track at a young age, I became further interested in sports medicine. With more than 30 years of experience, I understand both the rehab and surgical aspects of orthopedic injuries as I work to get my patients back to their normal activities. I practice general orthopedic surgery with an emphasis on arthroscopic surgeries, total joint replacements, and sports medicine. I am also trained in robotic-assisted joint replacements. My patients would say that I am a good listener, patient and thorough in my treatments. I try to fully explain all treatment options to my patients to help them figure out what works best for their lifestyle. I believe in doing whatever it takes to make my patients better, whether operatively or non-operatively. I believe education is important, and I stay up to date through my countless memberships. After graduating magna cum laude from the University of Notre Dame, I attended the University of Oklahoma School of Medicine where I completed a residency in family medicine before completing further training in general surgery and orthopedic surgery at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, MO. Following my residency in orthopedic surgery, I was awarded a fellowship to study sports medicine specializing in arthroscopic surgery at the University of Oklahoma. In my spare time, I enjoy fly fishing, hunting, and hiking. Professional Associations: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Arthroscopy Association of North America American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society Oklahoma Orthopaedic Society Mid America Orthopaedic Association American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Oklahoma County Medical Society Oklahoma State Medical Association American Medical Association