Mr Aniruddha Chakravarti, Consultant Urological Surgeon, Birmingham UK

Aniruddha Chakravarti, Urological Surgeon

Consultant Urological Surgeon & Head of the Department of Urology and Lead Urological Cancer Clinician in the Dudley Group of Hospitals NHSFT

Senior Clinical Lecturer in Urology, University of Birmingham, UK.

Special interests

Laser surgery of the prostate, surgery for stone diseases, laparoscopic surgery (keyhole surgery) of the urinary tract, Prostate cancer diagnostics using MRI guided biopsies

Qualification/Training

Mr Aniruddha Chakravarti qualified as a medical graduate in 1990 and attained post graduate training in general surgery before embarking onto an extensive training in Urology. Amidst his twelve years of experience in General Urology, Mr Chakravarti has developed a special interest in laser surgery of the prostate, stone disease and laparoscopic management of upper urinary tract conditions. He has received intensive laparoscopy training from the European Institute of Telesurgery in Strasbourg, France, and has obtained a Diploma in Laparoscopic Surgery from the Institute and has had intensive training in laparoscopy during later part of his higher urological training.

He has also been through intensive training and has over four years of experience of using all kinds of lasers for prostatic surgery and is one of the few surgeons experienced in Holmium-YAG/Thulium laser enucleation and morcellation of prostate currently providing this service as a unique one in West Midlands.

The standard surgical treatment of Benign Prostatic enlargement causing bladder outflow obstruction leading to retention of urine or other urinary symptoms is transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). However, relatively high morbidity associated with TURP has led to the development of a range of minimally invasive techniques, some of which use thermal energy. One such minimally invasive technique is the use of holmium: yttrium-aluminium-garnet (YAG) laser which is the only laser treatment approved by the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence.

Holmium laser resection of the prostate (HoLRP) utilises the holmium laser as a precise cutting instrument to resect large pieces of prostate. Initially a bilateral bladder neck incision is made to define the margins of resection. The median and lateral lobes are then individually undermined and peeled off the prostate capsule in a retrograde direction until only a bridge of tissue remains at the bladder neck.

HoLRP is performed with a modified continuous flow resectoscope that has a circular fibre guide in the tip of the scope. An end-firing laser fibre is used as a precise cutting instrument to resect large pieces of prostate. The laser is then used to cut the resected tissue into smaller pieces before their removal.

A further evolution of the HoLRP procedure is holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) in which the intact prostatic lobes are removed with the holmium laser and then passed into the bladder where they are cut into smaller pieces, before removal.

A primary advantage of HoLRP over other laser prostatectomy techniques is that it can rapidly create a large ‘TURP-like’ cavity by immediately removing obstructing tissue, rendering it suitable for large prostates of up to 100 grams. The coagulative ability of the holmium laser effectively seals tissue planes as the operation progresses, which makes HoLRP a relatively bloodless operation with a concomitant reduction in transfusion requirement, and also avoids the dangers of systemic fluid absorption.

Other postulated advantages include a reduced need for bladder irrigation, shorter postoperative catheterisation period and length of hospital stay, and the ability to retrieve tissue for histological examination.

Research/Publications

Mr Chakravarti has researched well and published in leading peer reviewed journals in Urology, and presented in various international meetings on the topics of laser enucleation of prostates, stone diseases and laparoscopy.

Hospital affiliations

Mr Chakravarti is a Consultant Urological Surgeon and head of the department of Urology at The Dudley Group of Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Senior Clinical Lecturer in Urology at the University of Birmingham, UK. He is the founder and leader of Urology Consultancy (Birmingham) Limited. He has initiated and is leading the laparoscopic urological service for The Dudley Group of Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. His practising ethics are to provide personalised, innovative high quality care for his patients.

Professional Memberships

    European Association of Urology
    The British Association of Urological Surgeons

Randy R Clark, Orthopaedic Surgeon, St.George, UT

Randy Clark, Orthopaedic Surgeon

Randy Clark is proud to return home to beautiful Southern Utah. He is a product of Dixie High School, Southern Utah University and the University of Utah School of Medicine. Ever since he was a Dixie Flyer football player inspired by his mentor Dr. Michael Anderson, he has worked toward his dream of becoming an orthopedic surgeon. His training has taken him from the football fields of Dixie High School and SUU where he was an all-region and all-American football player to study medicine and nurture his career as an orthopaedic surgeon. During his college years, he also spent two years as a missionary for the LDS church in Peru.

While at Southern Utah University, he fell in love with the most beautiful cheerleader on the squad and finally convinced Amy to be his wife. During their time in medical school, Randy was involved in Operation Smile, a community volunteer Spanish medical interpreter and performed orthopaedic biomechanical research. Due to his exposure to wonderful mentors and his motivation to excel, Randy was accepted to a top orthopedic surgery residency program at the University of Iowa, where he was fortunate to train under some of the legends of Orthopaedics.

During his five-year tenure as an orthopaedic resident he was blessed with the opportunity to care for University of Iowa Hawkeye athletes. This experience and wonderful mentors inspired him to become a sub-specialist in sports medicine. One of the greatest opportunities of Randy’s career was to complete an additional year of training in the form of a sports medicine fellowship at the world renowned Southern California Orthopaedic Institute (SCOI) with pioneers in minimally invasive shoulder, hip, knee, foot and ankle surgery. Randy had the opportunity to help care for collegiate and professional athletes, movie stars and wonderful people from all over the world. During his fellowship at SCOI he published and presented his orthopedic research, authored textbook chapters and has produced several educational surgical videos.

This fifteen-year journey away from St. George has been a wonderful experience and brought three beautiful children by the name of Cooper, Caroline and Calvin. Randy and Amy feel fortunate to return to Southern Utah with their young family. Randy especially appreciates the opportunity to bring sports medicine expertise to Southern Utah and hopes that you will provide him with the privilege of caring for you!

Mission

Provide excellent orthopedic care to the Southern Utah community with a focus on joint preservation and sports medicine.

Dr Cristina Trypanis, Gainesville Physical Therapy,VA

Cristina Trypanis

Dr. Cristina Trypanis received her Bachelor’s degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and her Master’s in Physical Therapy and Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Marymount University in Arlington, Virginia. She has treated patients of all ages with all types of musculoskeletal dysfunctions, to include, among others, the management of lower extremity injuries, sports injuries, foot and ankle disorders, and rehabilitation of stroke, pediatric and total-joint-replacement patients. She has also trained and has vast experience in the field of orthotic fabrication and application.

Besides training and working at Georgetown University Hospital, Dr. Trypanis received advanced clinical training in Australia in the Maitland-Australian Approach for treatment of both Spinal and Peripheral conditions.  This is a highly efficient and effective approach in the management of neuromusculoskeletal conditions. The Maitland Approach is concerned above all with the patient’s needs and well-being, having a total commitment to understanding what the patient is enduring and the effects the disorder has upon the patient. Dr. Trypanis follows this approach in the daily treatment of her patients.

Before opening her own private practice in Gainesville, Virgina, Dr. Trypanis worked at Georgetown University Hospital, Fair Oaks Hospital and Reston Hospital as well as in a private practice clinic. She is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). She is married and has three children.

Bradley L. Boyd, Joint Replacement Specialist, Fairfax Virginia

Bradley Boyd, Orthopaedic Surgeon

Dr. Boyd is a fellowship trained joint replacement specialist. He trained at the world renowned Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopaedic Surgery with world class joint replacement specialists. He specializes in joint replacement and joint preservation surgery of the hip, knee, and shoulder. He has a special interest in performing minimally invasive and muscle sparing joint replacement surgery. He has a focus in muscle sparing anterior hip replacement surgery to minimize injury to the non-diseased portion of the hip joint. He is adept at these advanced techniques to give his patients a quicker recovery and faster return to an active lifestyle. He has extensive training in treating all forms of joint arthritis and avascular necrosis.

Dr. Boyd has a special interest in utilizing technology to perform robotic hip and knee replacement surgery. He also performs computer navigated and patient specific joint replacement surgery. He utilizes all these techniques to provide for the most accurate placement of implants, to obtain the best results, and to increase the longevity of the joint replacements.

Dr. Boyd knows that any musculoskeletal condition can affect all other parts of a person’s life. He truly believes in treating the whole person in order to provide for the utmost improvement in quality of life. His aim is to return all of his patients to the active lifestyle that they had before their musculoskeletal condition in order to fulfill their physical and emotional needs. He also performs general orthopaedic surgery on a wide range of musculoskeletal problems and traumatic injuries including fracture treatment in all age groups.

Dr. Boyd completed his undergraduate training at James Madison University where he studied in sports medicine and exercise physiology. He completed medical school at Midwestern University in Chicago. He then completed residency in orthopaedic surgery in York, Pennsylvania. After residency he gained advanced training in joint replacement surgery completing his fellowship in Baltimore, Maryland. He lives in Vienna, Virginia with his wife, two sons, and their golden retriever. He enjoys running on the W&OD trail and teaching his sons the finer points of soccer and baseball.

Dr Shillingford, Gastric Sleeve, Florida

Gastric Sleeve Surgery

Gastric Sleeve Surgery procedure works by restricting food intake without any bypass of the intestines or malabsorption. With decreased appetite and caloric intake, weight loss is achieved with the help of Gastric Sleeve, aka Sleeve Gastrectomy. The stomach is restricted by dividing it vertically, creating a small vertical stomach pouch shaped like a banana. The new stomach pouch measures 2-5 ounces. The remaining part of the stomach is removed. The portion of the stomach that is removed is thought to be responsible for secreting Ghrelin, the hormone that is responsible for appetite and hunger. By removing this portion of the stomach, the appetite hormone is reduced to almost nothing, usually causing a loss of appetite. The new stomach pouch holds only small amounts of food, causing the patient to feel full.

Dr. Shillingford performs the gastric sleeve surgery in Florida. Dr. Shillingford specializes in three kinds of bariatric surgeries in Florida: Lap Band Surgery, Gastric Bypass Surgery and Gastric Sleeve Surgery, also known as Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Shillingford will listen to your concerns and weight loss goals and recommend which form of bariatric surgery is the best for you.

SPARSH Hospital, Bangalore India

In our first five years itself, we at SPARSH have achieved much that we are truly proud of. We have performed some very complex surgeries, have pushed ourselves every single day and have tried to always live up to our endeavour of touching as many lives as possible. For us at SPARSH, every day is a new day which comes with different opportunities, new challenges and the opportunity to reach out to more people.

Within a year of starting SPARSH Hospital for Accidents, Orthopaedics and Plastic and Maxillofacial Surgery and performing over a 1000 surgeries in this short span of time, we became a name that came to be associated with quality healthcare.  In 2007 we dealt with a very unique case. Prabhu was born with a foot growing out of his back. Mocked and taunted by his classmates, Prabhu grew reluctant to go to school. His future looked bleak, but his surgery at the expert hands of the SPARSH team has taken him back to school again. The success of this, gave us a name at the National level.

The next year was perhaps one that placed before India and the world a very complex case. A case which seemed very difficult, a condition that was indeed rare and a challenge that was enormous. Born with eight limbs, Lakshmi Tatma is the surviving twin of a pair of conjoined twins. Lakshmi could barely drag herself around, and she had already become an object of considerable curiosity and misguided reverence. After a 27-hour surgery by Dr. Sharan Patil and his committed team, Lakshmi’s life has changed. Today, she is a healthy, normal child. This particular case received international coverage and was truly a one of its kind case. This was a surgery not conceivable for any ordinary Hospital. We challenged the limitations of medical science and the case of Lakshmi Tatma gave hope to children with similar conditions across the country.

At SPARSH we stand for achieving Clinical Excellence with Social Relevance. Making a difference and having a larger impact on our Society at large is very fundamental to us. We want to make quality healthcare accessible to the poorer and we see this as our responsibility. In 2009 we started SPARSH Vachana which has now become an annual event where we perform surgeries for children with complex orthopaedic conditions completely free of cost. Seeing the smiles on the faces of these little ones and their families after the success of these surgeries is the greatest reward we could ask for.

The following year we decided to reach out to the elderly in our society.  We started “Guru Namana” which is again held once a week every year where we operate on teachers with orthopaedic problems, again completely free of cost. This initiative has touched the lives of many and is helping us reach out to a wide cross section of people.

We are not content with resting on our accomplishments.  Pushing the norms and challenging the status quo is what motivates us to do even better. We had always wanted to start a Hospital specifically for higher end interventions in the area of Orthopaedics, which would bring the finest talent from India and abroad and where medical care would truly be of an internationally renowned standard. SPARSH Hospital For Advanced Surgeries was inaugurated in April 2011 in Bangalore. With this new endeavour we seek to reach the zenith in our field.

We at SPARSH know we have a lot to feel proud of. In a short span of just 5 years we have achieved a tremendous amount. But we want to do more and it is this energy and zeal that makes each moment an opportunity to exceed what has already been achieved. Our story, we believe is a journey. It has no end.

Hand & Upper Extremity Center, Dallas Texas

Hand and Upper Extremity disorders are the most common afflictions known to man. This is due to the fact that we use the hand for everything from work to simply eating. During this process they are subjected to enormous work-loads, stresses and strains. It is no wonder that we often have complaints in our hands.

Our Hand & Upper Extremity Center physicians are fellowship trained in shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand surgery. We treat patients of all age groups and with injuries and illnesses of the upper extremity. We have dedicated clinical staff and physician assistants available to assist in delivering high-quality and expert care.

The Center ensures that each of our patients gets the best possible outcome.

Piles Treatment, Mr Abhay Chopada, London UK

Piles or haemorrhoids are swollen or enlarged blood vessels inside or around the rectum and anus.

Mr. Abhay Chopada a laparoscopic general and colorectal consultant specialises in the surgical and non-surgical treatment of piles. As one of UK’s Top Surgical Gastroenterologists, is well known for his expertise in this field.
What are Piles?

Piles or haemorrhoids are swollen or enlarged blood vessels inside or around the rectum and anus. When veins in the lining of the anus and rectum become enlarged,they are filled withexcess blood,and causethe underlying tissues to also swell, forming abnormal lumps. It occurs most commonly in individuals over 50 years of age.

Haemorrhoids are classified into two types. They include:

 Internal Haemorrhoids: These are swellings that develop inside the anus. You may not be able to see or feel them. Sometimes, they may protrude through the anus to form external haemorrhoids.

  External Haemorrhoids: These are swellings that develop outside the anuswhile passing stools. You may be able to see and feel them. Formations of blood clots in external haemorrhoids are called thrombosed haemorrhoids and are extremely painful.

Piles are caused due to excessive abdominal pressure from standing or sitting for long periods, being obese, pregnancy and straining during constipation. Diet plays an important role in causing and preventing piles. People who consume more processed food, and less fibre and fluids may develop piles as a result of producing hard stools and straining during bowel movements.

Hollywood Orthopaedic Group, Nedlands WA

Hollywood Orthopaedic Group

Hollywood Orthopaedic Group (HOG) has built a team of nine Orthopaedic Surgeons trained in the latest techniques and procedures, who work in all areas of orthopaedic surgery, except for spinal and back surgery. With patient care a core focus, HOG prides itself on a commitment to communicating understandable information to patients and providing a clear treatment plan to GP’s.

HOG offers an evening Clinic once a week, providing urgent and convenient after-hours appointments for private patients.

The dedicated Orthopaedic Surgeons at Hollywood Orthopaedic Group (HOG) offer a comprehensive sports injury and orthopaedic service, including state of the art surgery for:

    Joint Replacement for Hip, Knee, Shoulder, Elbow , Hand & Wrist , Foot & Ankle
    Extensive range of surgery for knee disorders
    Foot and ankle disorders
    Shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand disorders
    Paediatric Orthopaedics
    Sports Injury management and all arthroscopic surgical technique

Silicon Valley Institute for Robotic Surgery, San Jose

As a high-volume surgery center, Good Samaritan Hospital has a medical team with the kind of expertise that truly makes a difference. We are skilled in all the latest surgical techniques including minimally invasive surgery and have an outstanding track record of superior patient outcomes and fast recoveries. We provide a wide spectrum of surgical procedures and have an extensive list of specialists on our medical staff.

To find a surgeon affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital San Jose call our Consult-A-Nurse® referral line at 1-888-724-2362 (2DOC).

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with a condition that may require surgery, you owe it to yourself to learn about all of your medical options, including the most effective, least invasive surgical treatments available.

At Good Samaritan Hospital, the da Vinci® Surgical System provides surgeons with an alternative to both traditional open surgery and conventional laparoscopy, putting a surgeon’s hands at the controls of a state-of-the-art robotic platform. The da Vinci System enables surgeons to perform even the most complex and delicate procedures through very small incisions with unmatched precision.

Other patient benefits may include:

    Significantly less pain
    Less blood loss
    Less scarring
    Shorter recovery time
    A faster return to normal daily activities
    And in many cases, better clinical outcomes

Urology: Good Samaritan Hospital is one of the few hospitals in Northern California to perform laparoscopic prostatectomies (removal of the prostate) , which are less invasive and result in faster recoveries for patients with prostate cancer. We also do robotic surgery for partial or full removal of the kidney (nephrectomy).

Gynecologic Surgery: At Good Samaritan Hospital, our surgeons use advanced laparoscopy in many gynecologic procedures, including fertility and cancer surgery. In laparoscopic surgery, we use very small instruments and make tiny incisions, which means less scarring, faster healing and less pain for the patient. In fact, one of our recent surgical procedures was televised live worldwide for an international laparoscopic conference. We are glad to be able to bring such leading-edge procedures to the South Bay community so that our patients can get the expert care they need right here at home.

We currently perform these gynecologic procedures using the da Vinci Surgical System:

    Hysterectomy—removal of the uterus
    Myomectomy—removal of fibroids while sparing the uterus
    Oophorectomy—removal of the ovary
    Ovarian cystectomy—removal of cyst(s) from the ovary

General Surgery: At Good Samaritan Hospital, our surgeons use the da Vinci Surgical System, with the latest in surgical and robotic technologies, to perform surgery through just a few small incisions. The system is beneficial for performing routine and complex surgery. The surgeon is 100% in control of the da Vinci System, which translates his or her hand movements into smaller, more precise movements of tiny instruments inside the patient’s body.

Some common procedures we perform at Good Samaritan Hospital include:

    Para-esophageal hernia repair—often recommended for someone with a large hiatal hernia and symptoms that may include gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD).
    Partial colectomy—when certain parts of the colon (lower or transverse colon) must be surgically removed.
    Single site cholecystectomy—removal of the gall bladder using one small incision

Skinplus Dermatology, Adelaide SA

Looking your best starts at Skinplus Dermatology.

At Skinplus Dermatology in Adelaide, we have qualified dermatologists and staff to assess your skin. We will discuss and treat your concerns/problems. With many years of experience, we aim to provide you with the best advice regarding all aspects of your skin health.

Dermatologists are specialists in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of skin diseases and skin cancers. They are trained as doctors, followed by further study and exams before they are recommended for Fellowship to the Australasian College of Dermatologists (FACD).

Dermatologists treat patients of all ages, from babies and children to adolescents and adults. Skin problems commonly treated include acne, eczema, skin infections, psoriasis, dermatitis, hair loss and nail disorders. Dermatologists are specialists at monitoring moles and diagnosing and treating all types of skin cancers. We also have training in rejuvenation procedures and can discuss treatment options available.

Village Medical Centre, Mount Gambier, South Australia

New Medical Centre in Mt Gambier

In August 2010, a single doctor moved from a country NSW to Mount Gambier and started a small medical practice.

The practice included 2 full-time doctors and one administration staff member.

Fastest Growing

With the community of Mount Gambier welcoming and embracing the new medical practice, the practice expanded.

In February 2011, the practice relocated to a larger purpose-built premise in Gadens Village.

Special Interest Doctors

Village Medical Centre now has 4 full-time medical practitioners with specialist interests in internal medicine, cardiovascular medicine, skin cancer surgery, emergency medicine, diabetes care, and mental health management. It also has 2 experienced registered nurses, one of which is also a registered midwife with hospital and general practice experience. Angela Cutting recently won an award for Best Practice Nurses in Australia.

Visiting Specialists

The Village Medical Centre employees 4 administration staff to ensure the medical staff and patients receive the best possible support.

Village Medical Centre currently provides full comprehensive medical care to all the patients attending. As more needs arrive, Village Medical Centre and staff adapt, making short-, medium- and long-term plans to continue to provide the high standard of care it prides itself in providing to its valued patients.

Village Medical Centre operates as a paperless practice, utilising state-of-the-art computer and internet technologies. All billings, transactions with Medicare and all financial transactions are performed online using secure encrypted methods.

Barton Branam, Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine, Cincinnati

Barton Branam

Dr. Barton Branam graduated from University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 2002. Dr. Branam has three offices in Ohio (West chester, Montgomery, and Clifton).

Specializing in the field of Sports Medicine, Dr. Branam is prepared to provide treatment and prevention plans for those participating in sports-related activities. Dr. Branam is trained to treat complications such as muscle tears and strains, concussions, tendon and ligament damage, shin splints, sports hernias, fractures, and a variety of others. Dr. Branam is also trained to practice Orthopedic Surgery.
Education

    Sports Medicine Fellow University of Kentucky Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine August 1, 2007-July 31, 2008
    Orthopaedic Resident, University Hospital Cincinnati, OH July 2002-June 2007
    M.D., University of Cincinnati College of Medicine Cincinnati, OH August 1998-June 2002
    B.A., Denison University Granville,OH Major:Economics Minor:Chemistry August 1994-May 1998

Awards

    Voted Cincinnati’s Top Doctors Cincinnati Magazine, January 2014
    Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery Chief Resident of the Year Award May 23, 2007
    Peter J. Stern, MD Chief Resident Leadership Award Best Chief Resident as selected by Junior Residents June 8, 2007

Honors

Undergraduate

    Summa Cum Laude -1998
    Phi Beta Kappa -1998
    Omicron Delta Epsilon – Economic Honorary, 1997 – 1998
    President, May 1997 – May 1998
    Alpha Epsilon Delta – Pre Medical Honorary, 1994 – 1998
    Treasurer, May 1997 – May 1998
    Alumni Scholarship, 1995 – 1998
    Kappa Sigma Fraternity Academic Awards, 1995,96,97
    Highest Class GPA

Research

    Cost Effective Medi cine Paper, 2001 “Cost Effectiveness of HMG CoA Reductase Inhibitors: An Analys is at the Level of the Patient” Selected as one of best 38 papers
    Research/Clinical assistant to Jeffery L. Stambough, MD Summer 1999
    Denison Universi ty Honors Project “The Economics of Managed Care: Physician Incentives and Compensation” Advisor: Andrea Ziegert, PhD.

Publications

    Dailey SK, Branam B, Archdeacon MT; Chronic (Ten Years) Ischial Tuberosity Avulsion Fracture Nonunion Treated with Fragment Excision and Simultaneous Primary Repair of the Hamstring Tendon: A Case Report. JBJS Case Connector. 2013 Dec;3(4):1-5
    Branam BR, Hasselfeld KA. “Retrograde Technique” for Drilling the Femoral Tunnel in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. Arthroscopy Techniques. 2013. Nov:2(4):e395-e399
    McKeon PO, Booi MJ, Branam BR, Johnson DL, Mattacola CG. Lateral ankle ligament anesthesia significantly alters single limb postural control. Gait Posture. 2010 Jul;32(3):374-7
    Branam BR, Johnson DL. Allografts in knee surgery. Orthopedics. 2007 Nov;30(11):925-9
    Branam BR, Tuttle HT, Stern PJ, Levin L. Resurfacing Arthroplasty Versus Silicone Arthroplasty for Proximal Interphalangeal Joint Osteoarthritis. J Hand Surg. 2007 Jul-Aug; 32(6): 775-88
    Branam BR, Stambough JL. Atypical Lumbar Disc Herniation: a case report. Spine J 2002 May-June; 2(3): 24-226.

Eric M Kagel, EMK Orthopedics, San Jose CA

Eric M Kagel

Eric M Kagel, MD is a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon with subspecialty fellowship training in hand and upper extremity surgery. Dr. Kagel has board certification in general orthopedics as well as a certificate of added qualification (CAQ) for Surgery of the Hand. The practice is focused on extremity surgery including shoulder, elbow, wrist and digits as well as lower extremity conditions including hip fractures, cartilage and ligamentous injuries of the knee, and orthopedic trauma. These conditions include neurologic conditions, congenital deformity, tumorous conditions, and infections of the bone and joint.

Dr. Kagel received his undergraduate degree at the University of California, Berkeley and his M.D. from the University of Tel Aviv in 1991. He went on to become a resident at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Kagel has the distinction of having worked as an orthopedic research fellow at Mount Sinai Medical Center 1993 through 1994 under the direction of Thomas A. Einhorn M.D (currently chairman of the department of orthopedic surgery at Boston University). Dr. Kagel completed his hand fellowship under the direction of Ghazi M.Rayan, MD an internationally published expert in the field of hand surgery.

Dr. Kagel’s practice includes running his private clinic, participating in the orthopedic trauma panel at both Good Samaritan Hospital San Jose and El Camino Hospital of Los Gatos. His interest include arthroscopic surgery, sports injuries, traumatic injuries, upper extremity reconstruction as well as joint replacement surgeries. An additional element of his practice also focuses on pediatric injuries of the upper extremity.

Joseph H. Fillmore, Physiatrist and Pain Management Specialist, Colorado

Joseph Fillmore

Joseph H. Fillmore, MD specializes in both physical rehabilitation and pain medicine at Colorado Pain Consultants with a strong emphasis in non-operative as well as interventional procedures to treat musculoskeletal and spinal pain conditions. He also provides electrodiagnostic services. A graduate of the University Of Illinois College Of Medicine, Dr. Fillmore completed his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the renowned Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago and the Northwestern University Medical School. He completed a fellowship in interventional pain and musculoskeletal medicine at Georgia Pain Physicians in Atlanta. Additionally, he completed an internal fellowship in anesthesia-based pain medicine with Advanced Pain and Anesthesia Consultants in Chicago. He is Board Certified in both Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine. Dr. Fillmore also completed an MBA in Hospital Administration and Finance at The University of Chicago. He was previously a management consultant for hospital and healthcare systems throughout the United States.

Dr. Fillmore has practiced interventional pain medicine and rehabilitation with Advanced Pain and Anesthesia Consultants and highly regarded Midwest Orthopedics at Rush, both located in Chicago. Concurrently, he held dual faculty appointments in the Departments of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Orthopedics at Rush University Medical Center and Rush Medical College. He also practiced delayed recovery medicine for workers’ compensation patients for Rehabilitation and Performance Medicine Specialists in Denver.

An active runner, Dr. Fillmore is also a clinic advisor to the American Running Association. His other interests include sailing, marathons, triathlons, downhill skiing and acting.

He is also a member of the 2013  State of Colorado, Department of Labor and Employment, Division of Workers’ Compensation, Medical Treatment Guideline Task Force for Cervical and Lumbar Spine Injuries and a Physician Advisor to Pinnacol Assurance, in Denver.
Professional Information:

    Board Certification: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation; Pain Medicine
    Education: University of Illinois College of Medicine, 1994
    Residency: Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago and Northwestern University Medical School, 1998
    Fellowship: Georgia Pain Physicians, 2001
    North American Spine Society
    AAPMR
    ASIPP
    ACPE
    ISIS