Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Bryan Weddle, DC, is chiropractor who has been helping people heal from musculoskeletal injuries for over 21 years. Dr. Weddle specializes in the active release technique at Liberty HealthCare, with offices in Grapevine, Mesquite, and Plano, Texas.
Dr. Weddle received his doctorate in chiropractic at Parker University in 1995. He is certified in the active release technique, which uses non-invasive methods to treat soft tissue and overuse injuries. While Dr. Weddle utilizes several different methods to ease pain, he is especially skilled in performing spinal manipulation under anesthesia. At Liberty HealthCare, Dr. Weddle has extensive training and experience in rehabilitation involving the hand, elbow, spine, shoulder, knee, and foot. He can provide cervical and lumbar disc decompression, as well as chiropractic care for nerve impingement injuries, herniated discs, and sciatica.
Dr. Weddle focuses on providing high-quality, comprehensive care to address an array of pain conditions. Combined with his friendly demeanor and compassionate care, he is always ready to help answer any questions his patients have and provide them with the answers they need. Dr. Weddle is here to help, and every step of the way, you have his reassurance and expert guidance.
Janet Strait, FNP-BC, is a family nurse practitioner who specializes in occupational medicine and auto accident injuries at Liberty HealthCare. Janet enjoys working with patients in Grapevine, Mesquite, and Plano, Texas, and delivering them the thoughtful care they deserve.
Janet has been working in the healthcare industry since 1973. She received both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in nursing from Texas Woman’s University. After graduating, she went on to teach nursing at Texas Christian University. She then completed her nurse practitioner program at The University of Texas at Arlington.
At Liberty HealthCare, Janet is driven to provide exceptional care for her patients. With her warm and welcoming bedside manner, she offers patients the individualized attention they require to heal and recover well. Janet has been caring for patients in Texas since 1996, and enjoys the experiences and relationships she has formed with the community. She welcomes all local residents to Liberty HealthCare for chiropractic care.
As the Chief Medical Officer of Integrative Pain Institute Dr. Verma develops comprehensive programs and medical protocols to address and treat the inflammation and injuries that cause pain. Dr. Verma’s expertise and training allows Integrative Pain Institute to offer effective treatments for spine, joint, muscle, tendon, and nerve conditions suffered by men and women of Dallas. By creating safe protocols and teaching the clinical team Dr. Verma instils values of integrity, professionalism, excellence, and commitment to the practice so that patients reach their optimal health.
As a Pain Management and Sports Medicine Physician, Dr. Verma utilizes various imaging studies, astute physical examinations, and ultrasound guided procedures to accurately diagnose and treat pain and injuries. Using telemedicine, Dr. Verma’s focus is to provide comprehensive care to patients in order to identify and manage the root cause of pain. This includes a combination of medications, injections, and physical therapy that is provided in a team environment alongside Chiropractors, Spine Surgeons, Interventional Pain Specialists, and Primary Care Physicians.
In 2019 Dr. Verma attended a Harvard Medical School accredited CME Course "Sports Medicine 2019”. The program agenda was to provide State-of-the-Art Approaches to Optimize the Diagnosis, Treatment, Rehabilitation, and Prevention of Sports Injuries. Dr. Verma also participated in a limited availability workshop to update his knowledge of Ultrasound and the most recent advances in Regenerative Medicine guided by leading experts from Harvard Medical School as well as from the following Boston’s professional sports teams: Boston Red Sox, Boston Bruins, New England Revolution and New England Patriots. Dr. Verma looks forward to better serving the community of patients with active lifestyles, weekend warriors, and elite athletes and being at the forefront of Regenerative Medicine.
Dr. Verma has 10+ years experience practicing Emergency Medicine, Pain and Injury Management. Dr. Verma has also been teaching medicine to young physicians for most of his career as he is also Adjunct Clinical Professor of Family Medicine for McMaster University. Dr. Verma is able to offer advanced treatment plans that can help patients suffering find immediate and long lasting pain relief. Dr. Verma’s goal is to safely return the injured individual, worker, or athlete, back to his or her prior level of function, productivity, or performance. Dr. Verma is a trustworthy physician that practices evidence-based medicine and is committed to attaining successful outcomes in his patients.
Education 2015-present: CPSO Change of Scope: Pain Management 2014: Adjunct Clinical Professor of Family Medicine, McMaster University 2007: Emergency Medicine, McGill University 2006: Family Medicine, McGill University 2004: Doctor of Medicine, University of Toronto 2000: Honors Bachelor’s of Science, University of Toronto
Major Conferences Attended: 2019: Harvard Medical School, Sports Medicine 2019: Harvard Medical School, Regenerative Medicine Shoulders and Knees 2019: North York General Emergency Medicine 2019: Critical Care Imaging Interpretation 2018: Carelton Sports Medicine Workshop 2018: OMA Sports Medicine 2017: Trauma Care and Diagnostic Imaging 2017: Lab Director CME Course Program 2017: Regional Anesthesia: Ultrasound Guided Pain Injections 2017: Integrative Pain Management 2016: Science and Clinical Lab Expo 2016: American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians 2016: Institute of Functional Medicine 2016: American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine 2016: Texas Pain Society 2016: Texpro Chiropractic Conference 2016: American Academy of Pain Management 2016: American Medical Society for Sports Medicine 2015: PainWeek 2015: American Funcation Medicine Association Conference 2015: Diabetes Update
Dr. Verma instills values of integrity, professionalism, excellence and commitment to his practice so that he may guide each and every one of them towards optimal health.
Umar Burney MD, MBA is the founding and managing partner at Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas. He is dual board-certified in general orthopaedics and sports medicine surgery.
Dr. Burney was born in Madison, Wisconsin. His parents were both in the teaching profession and taught the importance of learning and education. Living abroad during high school, he had the unique opportunity to graduate with a secondary education certification from the University of Cambridge in England.
He returned to the University of Wisconsin in Madison to complete his undergraduate degree in medical microbiology and immunology with a special interest in communicative diseases of the third world.
Dr. Burney attended Saint George's University School of Medicine in True Blue, Grenada, and joined the Iota Epsilon Alpha International Medical Honors Society his sophomore year. He then completed his internship and orthopaedic surgical residency at Louisiana State University Shreveport, where he received several awards for excellence in basic science research and anatomy.
After graduating from LSU, Dr. Burney completed a sports medicine and joint replacement fellowship under the tutelage of Dr. Leland Winston and Dr. Thomas Clanton at the McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas in Houston, Texas.
Dr. Burney has served on numerous committees throughout his career. His current roles include Joint Replacement Director and Vice Chair of the Board of Managers at Texas Health Surgery Center of Rockwall. His primary focus is sports medicine and joint replacement.
Dr. Burney is married to Nazlee, an elementary educator, and they share three children. He enjoys philanthropy, family time, traveling, running, and soccer in his spare time.
Kennedy Gombert was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas and went to the University of Alabama where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology. At the University of Alabama, she was involved in pre-medical societies, club soccer, and her sorority.
After graduating from Alabama in 2020, she moved back to San Antonio and was a medical scribe before attending PA school at West Coast University in Dallas, TX where she earned a Masters of Physician Assistant Studies. During PA school, she developed a passion for surgery and is excited begin her career in orthopedics.
Outside of work, she loves to read, spend time with friends, travel, and cheer on Alabama football (roll tide!)
Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas is a prestigious orthopaedics practice serving the community in and around Rockwall, Terrell, Wylie, Forney, and Royse City, Texas. Staffed with some of the most experienced and talented orthopaedic specialists in the United States, patients can feel confident that their care is in good hands.
The practice staffs a robust team that boasts surgeons, physical therapists, physician assistants, massage therapists, and more. Each provider feels it is a unique opportunity and responsibility to provide excellent patient care. Their philosophy stands on being a team of healthcare professionals that provide efficient, reliable, and trustworthy orthopaedic care in a friendly atmosphere.
Patients often seek out the expertise of the specialists at Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas for knee pain, foot and ankle pain, arthritis, and pain management. Depending on the reason for your visit, the team may recommend physical therapy, occupational therapy, sports rehabilitation, or a consultation with one of the team’s expert surgeons to ensure the best outcome for your treatment.
The practice offers cutting-edge treatments and technology and serves all people’s orthopaedic needs through a shared decision-making process. Regardless of why a patient visits Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas, they can feel confident their care will mirror the practice’s core values: compassion, trust, integrity, evidence-based technique, and respect.
To learn more about the specialized offerings available at Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas, call the location nearest you today or request an appointment online today.
Dennis DeLeon is a passionate and devoted physical therapist assistant (PTA) at Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas, with multiple offices conveniently located in Rockwall, Wylie, Forney, and Terrell, Texas.
He was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. He relocated to Texas after serving in the United States Air Force (USAF or US Air Force).
Dennis was stationed in Hawaii, North Dakota, Portugal, and Jordan. During his time in the military, Dennis discovered a passion for helping people and wanted to pursue a career that combined this desire to help people with his love for being active.
He received an Associate of Applied Science for Physical Therapist Assistant in 2021 and looks forward to utilizing all he has learned to provide the highest quality patient care.
When not in the clinic, Dennis enjoys lifting heavy weights, watching sports, exploring the great outdoors, and finding the best ramen shops in DFW (Dallas/Fort Worth).
Milly Liss, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner specializing in Family, Aesthetic, Regenerative Medicine and Wound Care Specialist. Trained exclusively under world-class physicians, she has mastered advanced procedures including liposuction, non-surgical body contouring, facial rejuvenation, regenerative therapies, hormone optimization, and medical weight loss. As a certified wound care specialist, she delivers expert, evidence-based treatment for complex wounds, achieving exceptional healing outcomes.
Recognized as a respected instructor, Milly educates and mentors fellow medical professionals in cutting-edge aesthetic, regenerative, and wellness techniques. Her approach merges the precision of medical science with the artistry of aesthetics, ensuring safe, natural, and enduring results. Renowned for her meticulous skill, compassionate care, and commitment to innovation, she sets a gold standard in patient care, wellness, and medical education.
Stacey L. Maddox, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) dedicated to providing holistic, evidence-based care across the lifespan at North Texas Internal Medicine Specialists in Plano, Texas. With over a decade of experience as a registered nurse in diverse clinical settings—including burn intensive care, wound care, and COVID-specific medical-surgical units—Stacey brings a deep understanding of acute and chronic care management to her practice.
She earned her Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner from The University of Texas at Arlington, where she also completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Stacey’s clinical training included 720 hours of hands-on experience in family primary care, solidifying her commitment to preventive medicine, chronic disease management, and patient education.
Stacey’s extensive RN background includes leadership roles as a charge nurse and preceptor in the Burn ICU at Parkland Hospital and specialized wound care experience at Lifecare Hospital of Dallas and Texas Health Resources. She is certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and holds active licensure as an APRN and RN in the state of Texas.
A proud member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and the Texas Nurse Practitioners Association, Stacey is passionate about empowering patients to make informed health decisions and improve long-term wellness outcomes. Her dual background in nursing and economics uniquely informs her practical, outcomes-driven approach to healthcare delivery.
My passion is providing individualized care, focusing on treating patients as a whole. I have been a nurse for 10 years and a Nurse Practitioner for 4 years (from ICU to Nursery and Post-Partum). In my spare time, I enjoy being with my family and friends, reading, and traveling.
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