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Dr. Jeffrey E. Budoff is a board-certified orthopedic hand & upper extremity surgeon who practices with Southwest Orthopedic Group, LLP, in Houston, Pearland, and Katy, Texas. He graduated with honors from Harvard University and Cornell Medical School. After finishing his residency in orthopedic surgery at the University of California, Irvine, he completed fellowships in hand surgery and sports medicine.

Dr. Budoff is an expert in open and arthroscopic surgery of the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder. He aims to restore function and eliminate pain with minimally invasive procedures. He performs all of his own surgeries, including the one-incision endoscopic carpal tunnel release, the least invasive technique available.

The conditions he commonly treats include endoscopic carpal tunnel release, endoscopic cubital tunnel release, hand and wrist pain, sports injuries, fractures, dislocations, arthritis, tennis elbow, shoulder instability, rotator cuff injuries, and labral repairs.

Dr. Budoff is involved in cutting-edge research on the treatment of upper extremity disorders. He values teaching orthopedic surgeons techniques of arthroscopic shoulder surgery, and serves as an associate master instructor for a national organization.

Dr. Budoff sits on several national committees and often lectures at national meetings. He is an associate editor for the Journal of Hand Surgery and a reviewer for the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. Previously, he was a leadership fellow for both the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Society for Surgery of the Hand.

His professional affiliations include the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, the Arthroscopy Association of North America, the Texas Orthopaedic Association, and Harris County Medical Society.

Dr. Jeffrey E. Budoff is a leading specialist for hand and upper extremity surgery. Make an appointment with Dr. Budoff today to address your orthopedic concerns.

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Dr. Glenn Carwell brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his role as a designated Senior Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) for the FAA. With a distinguished career spanning decades, he has dedicated himself to the fields of aviation medicine and surgery, ensuring the safety and well-being of pilots and aircrew.

Dr. Carwell served as a Flight Surgeon for the MAC 512 C5A Wing at Dover Air Force Base for five years during his tenure in the Air Force Reserves. His commitment to aviation medicine continued in the Naval Reserves, where he held the position of Flight Surgeon for the VFC12 Aggressor Squadron at Oceana and VR56 NAS Norfolk. He retired as a Captain in 1999, leaving behind
a legacy of excellence in military aviation healthcare.

A passionate aviator himself, Dr. Carwell holds an Air Transport Pilot Certificate with over 5,000 flight hours and owns a Cessna 340 aircraft. His first-hand experience as a pilot enriches his understanding of the complexities and demands of aviation, making him uniquely qualified to assess the medical fitness of other aviators.

Dr. Carwell is a 1970 graduate of Vanderbilt University Medical School, followed by postgraduate residency training at Duke University, Eastern Virginia Medical School, and the University of Vienna, Austria. He is board certified in General Surgery and Plastic Surgery, with national specialty certification in Surgery of the Hand. His active-duty service as an Air Force Flight Surgeon began in 1972, where he worked with RF4-C Phantoms at Shaw AFB, eventually rising to the position of Chief of Flight Medicine.

Since 1979, Dr. Carwell has practiced plastic surgery in the Tidewater area, specializing in cosmetic, microsurgery, and reconstructive procedures. His contributions to the medical field extend beyond practice; he has published over
twenty articles and book chapters, sharing his knowledge and insights with the medical community.

Outside of his professional commitments, Dr. Carwell is devoted to his family, married to Lynn Chapman and proud father of four children and five grandchildren. He has also served as the past president of The Military Aviation Museum Board and is currently a city-appointed Commissioner of the Virginia Beach Historic Preservation Commission.

With his extensive background in aviation medicine and surgery, Dr. Glenn Carwell stands as a trusted resource for pilots seeking comprehensive medical evaluations.

Dr. Gregory Farino, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand and wrist conditions. He completed a Hand and Upper Extremity Fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh and an Orthopedic Surgery Residency at Penn State University–Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. Dr. Farino earned his medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine, where he graduated AOA, and completed his undergraduate education at DeSales University, graduating magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Biology.

Dr. Farino is an affiliate provider with 360 Orthopedics, where he sees patients in the Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch offices, and performs procedures at Premier Surgery Center. His clinical focus includes the evaluation and treatment of a wide range of hand and wrist conditions, with treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs and goals. Outside of medicine, Dr. Farino enjoys ancient Greek and Roman history, physical fitness, and traveling.

Amish Naik MD PHD Orthopedics Surgery

Amish Naik MD PHD Orthopedics Surgery is a full-service orthopedic practice that offers cutting-edge technology for diagnosing and treating bone and joint conditions and injuries. Amish Naik, MD, PhD, is an experienced, board-certified orthopedic surgeon, he provides women, men, and children in the North Jersey and New York Metropolitan areas a seamless, patient-first therapeutic experience. Because injuries and debilitating pain can strike at any time. Naik is a member of the RWJ Barnabas Orthopedic Group and is affiliated with the following hospitals and surgery centers: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston New Jersey, Jersey City Medical Center in Jersey City New Jersey, Short Hills Surgery Center in Melbourne New Jersey, and Livingston Surgery Center in Livingston New Jersey.

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John B. Fuller, MD is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon who provides complete orthopaedic care to people of all ages in New Port Richey, Florida, and throughout Pasco County. Dr. Fuller specializes in hand and upper extremity surgery. People across the Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Clearwater metropolitan areas visit the practice for treatment of various health problems, including arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, fractures, hand injuries, and joint pain. 

After completing an evaluation, Dr. Fuller lays out potential treatment options and gives an in-depth explanation of the pros and cons of each option, allowing patients to make well-informed decisions. He can also review alternative treatment strategies that patients present and offer an opinion on their likely efficacy. When possible, the team treats these and other issues using a minimally invasive approach. Dr. Fuller is trained in a wide array of orthopaedic procedures, including arthroplasty (joint replacement), arthroscopy, joint fusion, vascular repair, nerve repair, and advanced reconstructive techniques.

Dr. Fuller attended medical school at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine, where he served as a peer academic mentor. After graduating from medical school, Dr. Fuller attended a combined military/civilian orthopaedic residency program at William Beaumont Army Medical Center and University Medical Center in El Paso, TX. This is the only combined military/civilian program in the country and it provided a unique opportunity to train alongside many military orthopaedic surgeons. In military orthopaedic training, it is a learning priority to be able to stabilize complex, diverse trauma in austere conditions where a minimum of specialized equipment is available. Dr. Fuller is confident in thinking through uniquely complex problems and finding creative solutions that will meet your needs.

During medical school, Dr. Fuller became particularly interested in the intricate anatomy and function of the hand. Throughout residency, Dr. Fuller’s interest grew and he learned the importance of effective hand function in patient’s professions, recreational activities, and activities of daily living. This motivated Dr. Fuller to attend hand fellowship at the University of New Mexico. In addition to covering the full spectrum of upper extremity pathology, this fellowship puts special emphasis on microsurgical procedures such as nerve repairs, vascular repairs, and flap coverage procedures.

Dr. Fuller is a Florida native who was born and raised in St. Augustine. During his personal time, Dr. Fuller enjoys spending time with his wife Lindsey, son Elijah, and daughter Imogene. He is an avid outdoorsman and achieved the rank of Eagle Scout in his youth. He pursues many activities that build self-reliance, including wilderness survival, martial arts, and homesteading. He looks forward to serving the Gulf Coast area for many years to come!

Call the office of John B. Fuller, MD, today to schedule a new patient appointment, or book your visit online.

With his longstanding commitment to academic excellence, Mark E. Elzik, MD, brings that same focus to South Orange County Orthopaedics, Inc, in Mission Viejo, California. A skilled, board-certified orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Elzik specializes in surgery of the elbow, wrist, hand and microvascular system.

Dr. Elzik spent grew up in Orange County before moving to North Carolina to attend Duke University. He went to medical school at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, where he was inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha, a medical honor society limited to the top 1% of medical students.

Dr. Elzik returned to California to complete his residency in orthopaedic surgery through the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). He refined his surgical skills during a fellowship at the Philadelphia Hand Center, learning from world renowned hand surgeon Dr. A. Lee Osterman. Dr. Elzik was elected to the Orange County Medical Association (OCMA) 2018 Physician of Excellence List.

As an accomplished surgeon, Dr. Elzik now shares his knowledge with others by lecturing at national professional events and publishing medical articles. He has a broad base of skills, and assists patients with surgical solutions to a wide range of orthopaedic issues.

When not at work, Dr. Elzik is a fan of college basketball, water sports and quality time at home barbecuing with friends and family.  

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Dr. J. Taylor Lackey is a fellowship-trained orthopedic hand surgeon dedicated to providing expert care for conditions of the hand, wrist, elbow, and peripheral nerves. With specialized training in minimally invasive techniques, microsurgery, and complex reconstructive procedures, Dr. Lackey delivers personalized treatment plans focused on restoring function, relieving pain, and improving quality of life.

He treats a wide range of conditions, including fractures, dislocations, ligament and tendon injuries, carpal and cubital tunnel syndromes, nerve injuries, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid and thumb arthritis, Dupuytren’s disease, finger contractures, trigger finger, DeQuervain’s tenosynovitis, ganglion and mucous cysts, and pediatric hand conditions such as trigger thumb, syndactyly, and fractures.

Dr. Lackey offers both surgical and non-surgical solutions tailored to each patient’s unique needs. His services include endoscopic carpal tunnel release, wrist arthroscopy, in-office procedures, tendon transfers, joint replacements, nerve repairs, and fracture management. Non-operative care options include bracing, splinting, casting, and therapeutic injections. With in-office X-ray capabilities, patients receive prompt, efficient care without the need for outside imaging.

Known for his collaborative approach, Dr. Lackey works closely with referring providers to ensure seamless communication and continuity of care. He prioritizes timely access for urgent cases and sees patients at a conveniently located practice equipped with modern, patient-focused facilities.

Whether your patients need relief from chronic joint pain, care for an acute injury, or treatment for complex nerve conditions, Dr. Lackey combines surgical expertise with a compassionate, individualized approach to help them return to the activities they love.

Navid Ghalambor, MD, is a Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in shoulder, elbow and wrist surgeries, with special emphasis on the treatment of shoulder and elbow conditions.
​He received his medical degree from the University of Southern California - Keck School of Medicine.
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He subsequently completed his orthopaedic surgery residency training at the University of Southern California – Los Angeles County Medical Center. Dr. Ghalambor underwent fellowship training in shoulder arthroscopy and reconstruction at the renowned Harvard Shoulder Program at the Massachusetts General Hospital and the Brigham and Woman’s Hospital in Boston. He also underwent an adult arthritis and reconstruction fellowship at the UCLA/Orthopaedic Hospital in Los Angeles.

​Dr. Navid Ghalambor was awarded the graduate research fellowship during his medical school training at USC. During his orthopaedic surgery training at USC, he was chosen by the faculty to be a chief resident of the program, which was one of the largest orthopaedic residencies in the country. Dr. Ghalambor has served as an Assistant Clinical Professor of orthopaedic surgery at USC for 12 years and during this time he has been involved in the training of orthopaedic surgery residents at the USC Sports Service. He has also served as an instructor of orthopaedic surgery at the Harvard Orthopaedic Surgery Program.

​Dr. Ghalambor has published numerous articles in peer reviewed orthopaedic surgery journals including articles on shoulder arthroplasty, instability and stiffness. He has given numerous local and national presentations including those at the annual meetings of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
His research has been presented at international orthopaedic surgery meetings. Dr. Ghalambor is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, California Orthopaedic Association, Codman Shoulder Society, and Southern California Society for Surgery of the Hand. He has been voted as being one of the “top doctors” in Orange County by Orange Coast Magazine and Orange County Medical Association. Dr. Ghalambor has also been chosen as one of the Southern California’s top doctors by Castle Connolly Medical, LTD.

​​Dr. Ghalambor enjoys trail running and hiking. One of his most memorable sports experiences was being the head coach of his son’s AYSO soccer team for 4 years and leading his BU10 Team to local and regional finals. In his spare time, he enjoys traveling and oil painting.

John C. Crick, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with added certifications in hand surgery at Bahri Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida. His comprehensive education and background make him an expert specialist in hand and wrist surgery.

Dr. Crick attended medical school at the University of Michigan and then continued with an internship at the University of Southern California, in Los Angeles, California. He then went on to practice emergency medicine as a member of the American College of Emergency Physicians.

Dr. Crick found his special interest in trauma and continued to complete an orthopedic residency and fellowship in hand and microvascular surgery at Shands Jacksonville Medical Center in Jacksonville, Florida. He’s a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and a member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand where he continues to serve on the self-assessment examination committee.

He has been recognized as a top surgeon by Castle Connelly for over 10 years. Dr. Crick has published over a dozen scientific articles on nerve and artery injuries, children’s hand fractures, athletic injuries of the hand, wrist fractures, tissue plasminogen activator, and the legal aspects of reflex sympathetic dystrophy.

Dr. Crick is a recipient of the Beal’s Award for outstanding scientific paper by the Duval County Medical Society. In addition to his many research contributions, he continues to dedicate time to teaching, having served as a faculty member for orthopedic training in Lima, Peru.

He helps patients with carpal tunnel syndrome, thumb or hand arthritis, hand and wrist injuries, hand fractures, Dupuytren’s disease, trigger finger, DeQuervain’s tendonitis, wrist arthroscopy, tendon injury, ligament injury, and gamekeeper’s thumb.

Call the clinic or schedule an appointment online today to learn how Dr. Crick can help you with your hand and wrist needs.

Originally from Texas, Dr. Eric Waetjen earned his undergraduate degree from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, and his Medical Doctorate from the University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio. He completed a residency in general surgery at the University of Oklahoma in Tulsa, where he was recognized as the most outstanding resident. Dr. Waetjen completed a fellowship in hand surgery at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson.  

Dr. Waetjen has been involved in numerous research projects relating to hand surgery. He practiced as a general surgeon before beginning his fellowship and worked as an anatomy teaching assistant at the University of Texas School of Medicine while completing his doctorate. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and a member of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society for Surgery of the Hand. 

Dr. Waetjen specializes in hand and wrist surgery and treatment, including forearm and hand fractures, wrist arthroscopy, micro-surgery, endoscopic carpal tunnel release, small joint replacement, nerve compression, pediatric hand surgery, sport-related injuries and more.

Andrew L. Foret, MD, is a board-certified surgeon who joined the team at the Center for Orthopaedics in Lake Charles and Jennings, Louisiana, in 2011. Dr. Foret is known as a compassionate and expert surgeon who carefully walks his patients through each procedure so they know what to expect and ensures they receive the best care possible. 

Originally from Lake Charles, Louisiana, Dr. Foret earned his undergraduate degree from Louisiana State University (LSU) in Baton Rouge and his medical degree from the LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans. He completed a residency in general surgery at the Medical Center of Central Georgia in Macon and a fellowship in hand surgery at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville.

Dr. Foret is board certified by the American Board of Surgery (ABS) and is the only surgeon in Southwest Louisiana to earn the added qualifications of Certification in Surgery of the Hand from the ABS. He has been involved in numerous research projects relating to hand surgery, many of which have been published. Dr. Foret is a member of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society for Surgery of the Hand.

Kaitlyn Stevens, DO is a fellowship trained hand and wrist surgeon with a foundation in board certified general surgery. She is known for her expertise in advanced surgical techniques and her commitment to thoughtful, personalized care that restores function and improves quality of life. Her clinical interests include Dupuytren’s contracture, fracture care, tendon reconstruction, infection management, in office procedures using WALANT, common hand concerns, and quality improvement initiatives that enhance the overall patient experience.

Dr. Stevens grew up in a small town in Central Michigan, in the middle of a cornfield, where there are more cows than people. As the middle of five, 2 brothers on either side, she grew up as a multi-sport athlete with a deep passion for sport, friendly competition, and overall health and fitness. During her undergraduate studies at Central Michigan University, she participated in multiple study abroad programs, including her first medical mission trip. Her love for travel, international adventure, and providing for underprivileged communities with minimal access to quality health care ignited across these experiences. Her goal is to incorporate this passion for serving underprivileged communities into her practice. She graduated medical school with honors from VCOM in South Carolina, and then returned to the ‘Mitten’ for her residency in General Surgery, where she served as Chief Resident, and later became board certified in general surgery. Her initial training translated further into Hand Surgical specialization at Kettering Health Network.

It is throughout this dedication and personal experience facing adversity that she learned of the vital impact an invaluable patient-physician relationship has on longevity. Whether confronting sport, career, or life-altering milestones, Dr. Stevens understands the importance of a patient-centered care team and physician advocacy. Making a return after a distal radius fracture taught her how to be the team captain for her patients and their ailments. She strives to see patients come back to a life they love. Throughout her training as a Hand Surgeon, she gained knowledge and expertise in caring for traumatic, acute, and chronic injuries, attending to vascular, nerve, bony, and tissue imbalances, harmonizing the interplay of complex anatomy within the human hand, restoring movement and dexterity. 

She believes treating patients is a true privilege. As a Hand Surgeon, she looks forward to working together with her patients to overcome vulnerabilities and access their triumphs, while reaching and realizing their fullest individual potential. Whether procedural or non-operative, the integral longitudinal follow-up and authentic patient-physician relationships will strive to bring motion, purpose, and precision to her patients’ lives. Patient journeys from injury to recovery, loss of function to gain of strength, and time off work to career advancement, are goals she envisions seeing to fruition. Dr. Stevens is honored and eager to meet and work together with her patients to achieve their unique hand-related goals. 

When Dr. Stevens is not in the OR, she enjoys scuba diving with her husband, marine science, water sports, hiking, outdoor adventure, traveling with friends and family, running, baking, mountain biking, football!, playing musical instruments, family time, photography, and snuggling her doggos. Her movie genre of choice is comedy! 

Kevin A. Laroche, MD, joined Nevada Orthopedic & Spine Center, located in Las Vegas, Nevada, in 2020. He specializes in managing injuries both nonoperatively and operatively by specifically utilizing evidence-based medicine to address pathologies from the fingertip to the elbow. For injuries that require surgical operative management, Dr. Laroche performs some procedures using only local anesthesia allowing his patients to avoid general anesthesia.

Dr. Laroche was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. He attended Hunter College in New York City, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with honors. He went on to attend the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, where he earned his Doctor of Medicine degree. After medical school, Dr. Laroche completed his internship and orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia.

Following his time in Charlottesville, he completed additional subspecialty fellowship training in hand and upper extremity surgery at the Rothman Institute at Thomas Jefferson University. During his fellowship, Dr. Laroche received extensive and comprehensive training in hand and upper extremity surgery, including microvascular surgery and upper extremity joint replacements. Also, he has multiple peer-reviewed publications, and his research has been presented at regional and national conferences.

In his spare time, Dr. Laroche enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter.

Kayvon R. Golshani, MD, joined Nevada Orthopedic & Spine Center in 2018 and sees patients at their office in Henderson, Nevada. He specializes in the non-surgical and surgical management of traumatic and degenerative disorders of the shoulder, arm, hand, wrist, elbow, and forearm.

Dr. Golshani graduated with honors from Miami University in 2008, earning a Bachelor of Arts. He subsequently received his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 2012 and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society.

After medical school, Dr. Golshani completed his internship and residency in Orthopedic Surgery at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC. During his training, he worked on research in various aspects of the field, including resident education, tennis elbow, soft-tissue coverage for infected total knee replacement, and upper extremity injuries in weightlifters.

Upon completion of his residency, Dr. Golshani pursued an additional year of subspecialty fellowship training, specializing in hand, wrist, and elbow surgery as well as microsurgery at Tufts University in Boston. During this time, he worked under the guidance of several world-renowned hand surgeons at both Tufts Medical Center and New England Baptist Hospital. He also completed research on biceps tendon ruptures and served as a clinical instructor in Orthopedic Surgery for Tufts University School of Medicine.

In his spare time, Dr. Golshani enjoys weightlifting, hiking, socializing with friends, and traveling the world. Dr. Golshani was raised in Knoxville, Tennessee, and is fluent in English and Farsi, and speaks some Spanish.

Arthur J. Taylor, MD, joined Nevada Orthopedic & Spine Center in 1996. At the practice's offices in Las Vegas, Nevada. He focuses on the treatment of hand, wrist, and elbow disorders.
Dr. Taylor is an associate professor at the University of Nevada School of Medicine within the Department of Hand and Microsurgery at University Medical Center in Las Vegas. In this capacity, he applies his specialty training in microvascular surgery and is actively involved in solving problems requiring replantation or transplantation of tissue. He is also chief of orthopedic and hand surgery at Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center in Las Vegas.

Previously, Dr. Taylor served as head of the hand surgery at Carle Foundation Hand Center in Urbana, Illinois, as well as a faculty member within the department of surgery at the University of Illinois College of Medicine.

Dr. Taylor most recently participated as a clinical investigator that led to the expanded use of Xiaflex®, a drug used to non-surgically treat Dupuytren’s Contracture, a condition that can cause one or more fingers to stay bent toward the palm.

Dr. Taylor was born in Manhasset, New York, and received a Bachelor of Science degree in 1983 from Hofstra University in Hempstead, NY. He then attended Chicago Medical School, where he received a Doctor of Medicine degree in 1988.

He completed his orthopedic surgical residency at Stony Brook University Hospital in 1993 and subsequently completed a hand fellowship the following year at the same facility.

Dr. Troum grew up in North Carolina where he attended medical school at Wake Forest University after graduating college from Emory University in Atlanta. He completed a residency in surgery at Mercer University and then returned to Wake Forest for an orthopedic fellowship in Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery. Dr. Troum is board certified in Surgery of the Hand by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) as well as a member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH). He is an adjunct Clinical Associate Professor at UNT/TCOM in the Performing Arts Medicine department and a consulting reviewer for the Journal of Hand Surgery.

Dr. Troum has been practicing exclusively hand surgery for over 25 years and has been in the Dallas-Ft Worth community since 2000. He has appeared as a medical expert in the national media including the Wall Street Journal and New York Times and has published many journal articles and book chapters on topics including arthroscopy, vascular disease, hand infections, tumors, and various subjects in general surgery. Dr. Troum was also recognized by the Texas State Legislature when he received an honorary commission as Surgeon General of Texas in 2004.

Dr. Troum brings his experience and expertise to The Bone & Joint Clinic practicing in the Southlake and Fort Worth offices.