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.
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Board-certified orthopedic surgeon David W. Strausser, MD, brings his expertise in spine surgery to The Woodlands Sports Medicine Centre in The Woodlands, Texas. Dr. Strausser is passionate about achieving an accurate diagnosis of patients, choosing non-surgical or minimally invasive surgeries when possible.
Born in York, Pennsylvania, Dr. Strausser received his undergraduate degree from Shippensburg University in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, where he graduated magna cum laude. He went on to complete his Doctor of Medicine, graduating with high honors, at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, where he also finished his residency in orthopedic surgery.
Dr. Strausser underwent a fellowship in spine surgery at the Texas Back Institute in Plano, Texas. He is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
At The Woodlands Sports Medicine Centre, Dr. Strausser treats patients of all ages, with a focus on cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine conditions. He brings his knowledge of caring for spinal disorders to all treatment plans, striving for open communication and quick recovery times.
Dr. Strausser also brings his expertise to hospitals in The Woodlands, Texas, with privileges at Memorial Hermann Surgery Center Woodlands Parkway, Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center, and St. Luke’s Community Medical Center of The Woodlands.
Dr. Strausser looks forward to caring for new and existing patients at The Woodlands Sports Medicine Centre.
Samuel Sanders, MD, FAAOS, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon at Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, PA, in Silver Spring, GermanTown, and Rockville, Maryland. As a Maryland native, Dr. Sanders finds it important to serve athletes and others in his community with compassionate care and understanding.
Dr. Sanders has an extensive educational background. After graduating as valedictorian from Bullis School in Potomac, Maryland, he attended the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia for his undergraduate degree in the biological basis of behavior. Then, he moved to Washington, D.C., to attend medical school at The George Washington University School of Medicine.
After medical school, Dr. Sanders completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery at the prestigious Hospital for Joint Diseases in New York City. During his time there, he had the unique opportunity to receive extensive training in trauma care and fractures at the R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center in Baltimore. After his residency, Dr. Sanders completed a fellowship in arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine at the University of Buffalo in Buffalo, New York. There, he provided orthopaedic care to the Buffalo Sabres hockey team and the athletes at Buffalo State College.
At Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, Dr. Sanders frequently treats fractures and muscle and tendon injuries. He also provides joint injections and reconstructive surgeries and guides patients through physical therapy until they reach optimal mobility and health.
When he’s not in the office performing surgeries and joint-preserving treatments, Dr. Sanders provides care to athletes at high schools in his area. He’s been interviewed on programs such as ESPN 980 and NBC 4 News regarding sports-related injuries and their treatment and care.
Samuel Sanders, MD, FAAOS, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon at Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, PA, in Silver Spring, GermanTown, and Rockville, Maryland. As a Maryland native, Dr. Sanders finds it important to serve athletes and others in his community with compassionate care and understanding.
Dr. Sanders has an extensive educational background. After graduating as valedictorian from Bullis School in Potomac, Maryland, he attended the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia for his undergraduate degree in the biological basis of behavior. Then, he moved to Washington, D.C., to attend medical school at The George Washington University School of Medicine.
After medical school, Dr. Sanders completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery at the prestigious Hospital for Joint Diseases in New York City. During his time there, he had the unique opportunity to receive extensive training in trauma care and fractures at the R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center in Baltimore. After his residency, Dr. Sanders completed a fellowship in arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine at the University of Buffalo in Buffalo, New York. There, he provided orthopaedic care to the Buffalo Sabres hockey team and the athletes at Buffalo State College.
At Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, Dr. Sanders frequently treats fractures and muscle and tendon injuries. He also provides joint injections and reconstructive surgeries and guides patients through physical therapy until they reach optimal mobility and health.
When he’s not in the office performing surgeries and joint-preserving treatments, Dr. Sanders provides care to athletes at high schools in his area. He’s been interviewed on programs such as ESPN 980 and NBC 4 News regarding sports-related injuries and their treatment and care.
Samuel Sanders, MD, FAAOS, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon at Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, PA, in Silver Spring, GermanTown, and Rockville, Maryland. As a Maryland native, Dr. Sanders finds it important to serve athletes and others in his community with compassionate care and understanding.
Dr. Sanders has an extensive educational background. After graduating as valedictorian from Bullis School in Potomac, Maryland, he attended the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia for his undergraduate degree in the biological basis of behavior. Then, he moved to Washington, D.C., to attend medical school at The George Washington University School of Medicine.
After medical school, Dr. Sanders completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery at the prestigious Hospital for Joint Diseases in New York City. During his time there, he had the unique opportunity to receive extensive training in trauma care and fractures at the R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center in Baltimore. After his residency, Dr. Sanders completed a fellowship in arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine at the University of Buffalo in Buffalo, New York. There, he provided orthopaedic care to the Buffalo Sabres hockey team and the athletes at Buffalo State College.
At Greater Washington Orthopaedic Group, Dr. Sanders frequently treats fractures and muscle and tendon injuries. He also provides joint injections and reconstructive surgeries and guides patients through physical therapy until they reach optimal mobility and health.
When he’s not in the office performing surgeries and joint-preserving treatments, Dr. Sanders provides care to athletes at high schools in his area. He’s been interviewed on programs such as ESPN 980 and NBC 4 News regarding sports-related injuries and their treatment and care.
W. Joseph Absi, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with more than 20 years of experience treating musculoskeletal system conditions with state-of-the-art surgical and nonsurgical therapies. He founded Orthopaedics of Atlanta and Aesthetic Institute to improve joint health and increase the overall well-being of the women, men, and children of Atlanta, Georgia. In addition to orthopedic medicine and surgery, Orthopaedics of Atlanta and Aesthetic Institute offers sports medicine, lifestyle and nutritional counseling, and anti-aging treatments that promote a whole-patient, whole-life approach to wellness and optimization.
Dr. Absi graduated with honors with a pre-med degree from McGill University in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, where he was ranked in the top 10% of the graduating class. He completed his residency at the University of Montreal, also in Montreal. He’s a diplomate of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS) and a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
Known for his patient-centered approach to medicine, Dr. Absi devotes time and attention to everyone who comes to him for care. He’s passionate about helping professional and amateur athletes recover more quickly and avoid further injury with sports medicine and physical therapy. He also provides trauma services, including fracture fixations.
Patients also seek Dr. Absi's expertise in sports medicine, with his experience performing shoulder and knee arthroscopy and reconstruction, as well as hip, knee, and shoulder replacements damaged by sports injuries or arthritis. He offers nonsurgical treatments for spinal conditions and minimally invasive therapies and surgeries to correct carpal tunnel syndrome, excise cysts, and repair hammertoe and other musculoskeletal conditions.
Dr. Absi stays current with advances in his specialty through continuing education. During his free time, he enjoys sports and music.
Originally from Harlingen, Texas, Dr. Roderick Capelo received his Bachelor of Arts in Biology at The University of Texas at Austin, then attended medical school at UT Southwestern Medical School in Dallas. He completed his Orthopedic Surgery internship and residency at John Peter Smith/Fort Worth Affiliated Hospitals in 2004. During his first 2 years of residency, he was unsure what aspect of orthopedic surgery was right for him. His first rotation outside of John Peter Smith Hospital was in Pediatric Orthopedics at Cook Children’s Medical Center in Fort Worth, and he immediately found his calling. Within his first week on that rotation, Dr. Capelo knew that caring for children was his passion. Upon dedicating himself to treating children, he underwent specialized training in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery. He completed his fellowship training in Pediatric Orthopedics at Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego.
Dr. Capelo co-founded Pediatric Sports and Spine Associates in 2006. He has lived in the DFW Metroplex for over 20 years. He and his wife, Renee, have 2 daughters and a son. He enjoys spending time with his family, reading and listening to books on personal development, traveling, cooking, jogging, and working out. He and his family have lived in Colleyville since 2013.
Dr. Capelo is Board Certified in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery and is a Diplomate of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.
“We absolutely love Pediatric sports and spine Associates, and would recommend them to anyone needing orthopedic care. Dr. Capelo is great. He’s funny, my son loves his personality, and he goes out of his way to make sure the parent and the child understand what has happened and the best option in route for treatment. He and his team take such precise, and specific care every time we are in. With my child breaking 9 bones in 2 1/2 years, we have interacted with everyone on the team at some point. The front desk ladies work hard to make sure the check-in process, and scheduling is easy on the parents and schedules. The office manager is incredible, and Renee will do anything she can to help you if you need her. All of the wonderful nurses, x-ray techs, and Medical assistants have a great personalities, and my son loves to chat with them about “what he did this time” every time we are in. I’d go as far as saying, knowing a trip to see his second family, at his second home, sort of cushions the blow every time he gets hurt. ;)”
Dr. Roderick Capelo, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
2020 W St. Hwy 114
Suite 110
Grapevine, TX 76051
4.85(115)
4.83
(111)
Christopher McMellen, MD
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Surgeon
Christopher J. McMellen, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, joint preservation, and minimally invasive surgical techniques. He provides compassionate care to patients at Livonia Orthopedics & Sports Medicine in Dearborn and Livonia, Michigan
Dr. McMellen earned his Doctor of Medicine from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, graduating with Alpha Omega Alpha honors and ranking among the top of his class. He then completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals in Cleveland, Ohio, where he gained extensive experience in the diagnosis and surgical management of shoulder, knee, hip, and foot injuries.
An active researcher, Dr. McMellen has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications on topics including ACL reconstruction, shoulder arthroplasty, Achilles tendon repair, and wearable technology in sports injury prevention. His contributions to orthopedic research have been featured in leading journals such as The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery and the Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine.
Dedicated to patient-centered care, Dr. McMellen combines cutting-edge techniques with personalized treatment plans to help athletes and active individuals recover and return to peak performance. He is a member of the Arthroscopy Association of North America, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and the American Medical Association.
Practice
Dearborn and Livonia Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Christopher J. McMellen, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, joint preservation, and minimally invasive surgical techniques. He provides compassionate care to patients at Livonia Orthopedics & Sports Medicine in Dearborn and Livonia, Michigan
Dr. McMellen earned his Doctor of Medicine from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, graduating with Alpha Omega Alpha honors and ranking among the top of his class. He then completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals in Cleveland, Ohio, where he gained extensive experience in the diagnosis and surgical management of shoulder, knee, hip, and foot injuries.
An active researcher, Dr. McMellen has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications on topics including ACL reconstruction, shoulder arthroplasty, Achilles tendon repair, and wearable technology in sports injury prevention. His contributions to orthopedic research have been featured in leading journals such as The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery and the Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine.
Dedicated to patient-centered care, Dr. McMellen combines cutting-edge techniques with personalized treatment plans to help athletes and active individuals recover and return to peak performance. He is a member of the Arthroscopy Association of North America, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and the American Medical Association.
Practice
Dearborn and Livonia Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Dr. Shaun E. Chandran, MD, is a fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopaedic surgeon based in Torrance, California, specializing in joint reconstruction, robotic-assisted joint replacement, sports medicine, and general orthopaedics. With advanced training at some of the nation's most prestigious medical institutions, Dr. Chandran brings exceptional expertise and compassionate, conservative care to his patients at Chandran Orthopaedic Surgery.
Dr. Chandran earned his undergraduate degree from Cornell University before completing his medical degree at New York Medical College. He then completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at Stanford University, followed by a highly specialized hip and knee replacement fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital — one of the top orthopaedic programs in the country.
Dr. Chandran is highly skilled in robotic-assisted total knee and total hip arthroplasty, utilizing the latest robotic surgical technology to deliver precise, personalized joint replacements with improved accuracy and faster recovery times. In addition to joint reconstruction, he performs a comprehensive range of sports medicine procedures, including arthroscopic rotator cuff repair and knee arthroscopic surgery, helping athletes and active patients return to the activities they love.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Chandran serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where he contributes to the education and training of the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons.
Dr. Chandran is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and holds active licensure in California (License No. A97423). He is a proud member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS) and several other distinguished professional organizations.
He is affiliated with Little Company of Mary Hospital Torrance and Torrance Memorial Medical Center, allowing him to provide seamless, high-quality care across leading South Bay area facilities.
Education & Training
Undergraduate: Cornell University
Medical School: New York Medical College
Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University
Fellowship: Hip & Knee Replacement, Massachusetts General Hospital
Specialties & Expertise
Robotic-Assisted Total Knee Arthroplasty
Robotic-Assisted Total Hip Arthroplasty
Hip and Knee Reconstruction / Joint Replacement
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
Knee Arthroscopic Surgery
Sports Medicine Procedures
General Orthopaedics
Conservative Orthopaedic Care
Certifications & Affiliations
Board Certification: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Professional Memberships: American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS)
Hospital Affiliations: Little Company of Mary Hospital Torrance; Torrance Memorial Medical Center
Academic Appointment: Assistant Clinical Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, UCLA
“I was very happy with Dr. Chandran. He was very professional and staff was very knowledgeable. Very quick to get treatment and appointments scheduled right away. I would highly recommend this office.”
Dr. Shaun Chandran, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
4201 Torrance Blvd
Suite 310
Torrance, CA 90503
4.77(107)
4.94
(99)
Dr. Grant Shifflett
Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon
4.94(99)
3501 Jamboree Road
Suite 1250
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Handpicked by Dr. Robert S. Bray Jr. to join DISC Sports & Spine Center, fellowship-trained orthopedic spinal surgeon, Grant D. Shifflett, MD, takes a patient-centered approach to care at his offices in Marina del Rey and Newport Beach, California. With vast experience in minimally invasive and complex reconstructive spinal surgeries, Dr. Shifflett strives to restore each patient's functionality and quality of life.
Using cutting-edge techniques, he takes an evidence-based approach to treat patients with a variety of spinal conditions, including scoliosis, stenosis, disc herniation, and degenerative disc disease. Whether Dr. Shifflett provides non-operative care such as stem cell injections or performs innovative procedures such as artificial disc replacement, he does so with compassionate care and understanding.
Dr. Shifflett received a bachelor’s degree in neuroscience from the University of Virginia before graduating with the highest distinction from the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine. He completed an internship and residency at the Hospital for Special Surgery, affiliated with New York - Presbyterian Healthcare System and Weill Cornell Medical College.
After venturing on a traveling fellowship to Japan, Dr. Shifflett returned to the United States and completed a minimally invasive and complex spinal surgery fellowship at Rush University. There, he learned microsurgical techniques, focusing on outpatient, fusion, and non-fusion procedures for the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine.
Highly recognized in the field of spinal surgery, Dr. Shifflett has presented at numerous conferences, written multiple medical journal articles, and received a variety of grants and awards for cutting-edge research and clinical studies.
Handpicked by Dr. Robert S. Bray Jr. to join DISC Sports & Spine Center, fellowship-trained orthopedic spinal surgeon, Grant D. Shifflett, MD, takes a patient-centered approach to care at his offices in Marina del Rey and Newport Beach, California. With vast experience in minimally invasive and complex reconstructive spinal surgeries, Dr. Shifflett strives to restore each patient's functionality and quality of life.
Using cutting-edge techniques, he takes an evidence-based approach to treat patients with a variety of spinal conditions, including scoliosis, stenosis, disc herniation, and degenerative disc disease. Whether Dr. Shifflett provides non-operative care such as stem cell injections or performs innovative procedures such as artificial disc replacement, he does so with compassionate care and understanding.
Dr. Shifflett received a bachelor’s degree in neuroscience from the University of Virginia before graduating with the highest distinction from the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine. He completed an internship and residency at the Hospital for Special Surgery, affiliated with New York - Presbyterian Healthcare System and Weill Cornell Medical College.
After venturing on a traveling fellowship to Japan, Dr. Shifflett returned to the United States and completed a minimally invasive and complex spinal surgery fellowship at Rush University. There, he learned microsurgical techniques, focusing on outpatient, fusion, and non-fusion procedures for the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine.
Highly recognized in the field of spinal surgery, Dr. Shifflett has presented at numerous conferences, written multiple medical journal articles, and received a variety of grants and awards for cutting-edge research and clinical studies.
Gabriel L. Petruccelli is an accomplished board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in arthroscopy, sports medicine, shoulder replacements and general orthopaedics. Dr. Petruccelli joinedGreater Washington Orthopaedic Group, PA in 2012, with three locations: Rockville, Silver Spring andGermanTown, Maryland.
Dr. Petruccelli is a Maryland native, who graduated from The Heights School in Potomac, where he played basketball and soccer.
Dr. Petruccelli graduated from the George Washington University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science before receiving a certificate in Physiology at the Virginia Commonwealth University. He completed his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine in Barbados in 2006 before relocating to New York City to complete his Internship and Orthopaedic residency at New York Medical College-St. Vincent’s Catholic Medical Center/ Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center in 2011.
In 2012, Dr. Petruccelli relocated to the west coast to complete his fellowship with the San Diego Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine Fellowship. There he honed and specialized his skills within the field of sports medicine and open shoulder surgery.Also, during his time there, he worked closely with Major League Baseball’s San Diego Padres. He also assisted the team physician for the San Diego State Aztecs. Given the opportunity to research, he published surgical technique videos for national orthopaedic society meetings that year.
Dr. Petruccelli has received the Top Doctors Washingtonian Magazine Award in 2017, 2018 & 2019. Since 2016, he has been the Section Chief of the Department of Orthopaedics at Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center.
Dr. Petruccelli supports the athletic programs as the team physician at Georgetown Preparatory School and supporting his high school alma mater, The Heights School. He also gives valuable educational talks throughout the community.
Dr. Petruccelli’s main focus is to help each individual get back to their normal daily life and activities as soon as possible with top quality and very personalized orthopaedic care. He takes great pride in listening to his patients and understanding their needs. He works closely with his carefully selected physical therapists to ensure a safe and quick rehabilitation protocol and recovery.
Outside of the medical office, Dr. Petruccelli values spending time with his wife and children. He also enjoys, exercise, music, travel and cutting hair.
Dr. Petruccelli is a member of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, AO Trauma, the Arthroscopy Association of North America, and the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine.
Procedures/Special Interests
Arthroscopic rotator cuff repairs
Arthroscopic slap, labral and stability repairs
Superior capsular reconstruction (Arthroscopic)
Latarjet procedure
Anatomic total shoulder replacements
Reverse total shoulder replacements
Arthroscopic ACL reconstruction
OATS procedure
Meniscus repair
Proximal hamstring repair
Achilles tendon repair
Tendon and Ligament repairs
Fractures
General orthopaedics
PRP (Platelet rich plasma) and HA (Hyaluronic Acid) injections
Gabriel L. Petruccelli is an accomplished board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in arthroscopy, sports medicine, shoulder replacements and general orthopaedics. Dr. Petruccelli joinedGreater Washington Orthopaedic Group, PA in 2012, with three locations: Rockville, Silver Spring andGermanTown, Maryland.
Dr. Petruccelli is a Maryland native, who graduated from The Heights School in Potomac, where he played basketball and soccer.
Dr. Petruccelli graduated from the George Washington University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science before receiving a certificate in Physiology at the Virginia Commonwealth University. He completed his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine in Barbados in 2006 before relocating to New York City to complete his Internship and Orthopaedic residency at New York Medical College-St. Vincent’s Catholic Medical Center/ Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center in 2011.
In 2012, Dr. Petruccelli relocated to the west coast to complete his fellowship with the San Diego Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine Fellowship. There he honed and specialized his skills within the field of sports medicine and open shoulder surgery.Also, during his time there, he worked closely with Major League Baseball’s San Diego Padres. He also assisted the team physician for the San Diego State Aztecs. Given the opportunity to research, he published surgical technique videos for national orthopaedic society meetings that year.
Dr. Petruccelli has received the Top Doctors Washingtonian Magazine Award in 2017, 2018 & 2019. Since 2016, he has been the Section Chief of the Department of Orthopaedics at Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center.
Dr. Petruccelli supports the athletic programs as the team physician at Georgetown Preparatory School and supporting his high school alma mater, The Heights School. He also gives valuable educational talks throughout the community.
Dr. Petruccelli’s main focus is to help each individual get back to their normal daily life and activities as soon as possible with top quality and very personalized orthopaedic care. He takes great pride in listening to his patients and understanding their needs. He works closely with his carefully selected physical therapists to ensure a safe and quick rehabilitation protocol and recovery.
Outside of the medical office, Dr. Petruccelli values spending time with his wife and children. He also enjoys, exercise, music, travel and cutting hair.
Dr. Petruccelli is a member of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, AO Trauma, the Arthroscopy Association of North America, and the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine.
Procedures/Special Interests
Arthroscopic rotator cuff repairs
Arthroscopic slap, labral and stability repairs
Superior capsular reconstruction (Arthroscopic)
Latarjet procedure
Anatomic total shoulder replacements
Reverse total shoulder replacements
Arthroscopic ACL reconstruction
OATS procedure
Meniscus repair
Proximal hamstring repair
Achilles tendon repair
Tendon and Ligament repairs
Fractures
General orthopaedics
PRP (Platelet rich plasma) and HA (Hyaluronic Acid) injections
Gabriel L. Petruccelli is an accomplished board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in arthroscopy, sports medicine, shoulder replacements and general orthopaedics. Dr. Petruccelli joinedGreater Washington Orthopaedic Group, PA in 2012, with three locations: Rockville, Silver Spring andGermanTown, Maryland.
Dr. Petruccelli is a Maryland native, who graduated from The Heights School in Potomac, where he played basketball and soccer.
Dr. Petruccelli graduated from the George Washington University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science before receiving a certificate in Physiology at the Virginia Commonwealth University. He completed his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine in Barbados in 2006 before relocating to New York City to complete his Internship and Orthopaedic residency at New York Medical College-St. Vincent’s Catholic Medical Center/ Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center in 2011.
In 2012, Dr. Petruccelli relocated to the west coast to complete his fellowship with the San Diego Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine Fellowship. There he honed and specialized his skills within the field of sports medicine and open shoulder surgery.Also, during his time there, he worked closely with Major League Baseball’s San Diego Padres. He also assisted the team physician for the San Diego State Aztecs. Given the opportunity to research, he published surgical technique videos for national orthopaedic society meetings that year.
Dr. Petruccelli has received the Top Doctors Washingtonian Magazine Award in 2017, 2018 & 2019. Since 2016, he has been the Section Chief of the Department of Orthopaedics at Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center.
Dr. Petruccelli supports the athletic programs as the team physician at Georgetown Preparatory School and supporting his high school alma mater, The Heights School. He also gives valuable educational talks throughout the community.
Dr. Petruccelli’s main focus is to help each individual get back to their normal daily life and activities as soon as possible with top quality and very personalized orthopaedic care. He takes great pride in listening to his patients and understanding their needs. He works closely with his carefully selected physical therapists to ensure a safe and quick rehabilitation protocol and recovery.
Outside of the medical office, Dr. Petruccelli values spending time with his wife and children. He also enjoys, exercise, music, travel and cutting hair.
Dr. Petruccelli is a member of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, AO Trauma, the Arthroscopy Association of North America, and the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine.
Procedures/Special Interests
Arthroscopic rotator cuff repairs
Arthroscopic slap, labral and stability repairs
Superior capsular reconstruction (Arthroscopic)
Latarjet procedure
Anatomic total shoulder replacements
Reverse total shoulder replacements
Arthroscopic ACL reconstruction
OATS procedure
Meniscus repair
Proximal hamstring repair
Achilles tendon repair
Tendon and Ligament repairs
Fractures
General orthopaedics
PRP (Platelet rich plasma) and HA (Hyaluronic Acid) injections
Board-certified in orthopedic surgery from 1995-2025, the goal of Jimmy M. Tamai, MD and the team at Orthopaedic Surgical Associates, LLC is to provide high-quality orthopedic surgery and integrative pain management to men, women, and families living in and around Fairbanks, Alaska.
Dr. Tamai began his professional pursuits at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, where he earned his undergraduate degree in chemistry. He subsequently enrolled at Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans and obtained his Doctor of Medicine. Afterward, Dr. Tamai completed an internship at St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, Illinois, followed by a residency in orthopaedic surgery at Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas.
Dr. Tamai moved to Fairbanks in 1992 to assume a position as staff orthopaedic surgeon at Bassett Army Community Hospital on Fort Wainwright. Following the conclusion of his military service, Dr. Tamai worked at Tanana Valley Clinic, also in Fairbanks, until 2005. He also served with the Advanced Medical Centers of Alaska as an orthopedic surgeon.
Dr. Tamai diagnoses and treats a wide range of musculoskeletal problems, including elbow pain, rotator cuff injuries, meniscal injuries, and carpal tunnel syndrome. He also offers arthritis treatment, ACL repair, fracture care, and regenerative medicine techniques such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP). Patients can also access cutting-edge amino fluid injections (Juvenate) and hyaluronic acid injections, such as Durolane®, Supartz®, Euflexxa®, Hyalgan®, and Orthovisc®.
Whenever possible, Dr. Tamai recommends conservative care options. He exhausts all noninvasive treatments available, except for when surgical intervention is warranted.
The office at Orthopaedic Surgical Associates, LLC: Jimmy M. Tamai, MD, features cutting-edge equipment, including in-office ultrasound, X-rays, and durable medical equipment.
Dr. Tamai is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery.
To request the best, most comprehensive orthopedic care, partner with Dr. Tamai. Request an appointment by calling the office or clicking the online booking tool today.
“I’ve had Dr. Tamai in the past but it has a number of years ago. He was my go to orthopedic doctor having numerous procedures and operations. In my current problem he recognized my situation immediately and explained various considerations for dealing with it. I have nothing but the greatest respect for him and would highly recommend him without reservations.”
Dr. Jimmy Tamai, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
1275 Sadler Way
STE 101A
Fairbanks, AK 99701
4.96(93)
4.84
(90)
Dr. Pavel Muradov, MD
Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon
Pavel Muradov, MD, is a dual fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee surgery at Integrity Orthopedics in Katy, Texas. The focus of his practice is on high-quality adult knee and hip reconstruction with an emphasis on multimodal pain control.
At Integrity Orthopedics, Dr. Muradov and the team have provided high-quality patient care for over a decade. From arthritis treatment to knee arthroscopy, and weight management to total hip replacement, they are ready to treat the small things, the big things, and everything in between. Dr. Muradov’s extensive training allows him to expertly assess any hip or knee condition, regardless of how many operations you may have had already. Dr. Muradov is fluent in Russian, and his staff is fluent in Spanish, allowing them to serve more patients in their community. His aim is to always help patients return to full functioning, live pain-free, and improve their quality of life.
Originally born in Moscow, Russia, Dr. Muradov was raised in Siberia, and trained in the United States. He later graduated from the University of Houston in 2006, earning a double major in chemistry and biology. He then graduated from the University of Texas – Galveston and completed his orthopedic surgical residency at the University of California, San Francisco-Fresno joint program. In 2015, he returned to Houston for a one-year adult hip and knee reconstruction fellowship at the Texas Medical Center. The following year, he completed an intensive, minimally invasive anterior hip fellowship in Belgium.
In the interim, he has been working as a contracting surgeon delivering orthopedic care to underserved areas of the United States. He has also authored several peer-reviewed articles and has been invited to speak at national conferences on various orthopedic topics.
In 2017, Dr. Muradov partnered with Houston Methodist to provide patients with the most up-to-date care relating to hip and knee problems. Since then, he has expanded to the HCA and Herman health systems to accommodate all of his patients and their insurance plans.
Dr. Muradov values honesty and dedication when it comes to patient care while treating people like family and with compassion and respect.
To partner with Dr. Muradov and the Integrity Orthopedics team, call the office or book an appointment online today.
Wayne O. Alani, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon serving patients from in and around Sugar Land and Houston, Texas. He is proud of the positive impact his practice has on the men and women who turn to him for joint health care. Dr. Alani’s educational journey began at Texas A&M in his hometown of Bryan, Texas. He went on to study medicine at the University of Texas Health Science Center, where he earned his medical degree. He further refined his skill set through an internship and an orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Kansas Medical School in Wichita, Kansas. Continuing education is one of Dr. Alani’s most deeply held priorities, which is why he pursued a fellowship in pediatric orthopedic surgery at Shriner’s Hospital for Crippled Children in St. Louis, Missouri. He continues to search for educational opportunities that enable him to expand his medical services.
Dr. Alani is trained and experienced in a wide range of orthopedic conditions. He has particular clinical interest in sports medicine, minimally invasive joint replacement procedures, and total joint replacement. As a peer-review published educator and a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, Dr. Alani remains abreast of the latest research and developments in surgical joint care.
Customized care is a cornerstone of Dr. Alani’s orthopedic practice. Each person who entrusts him with their joint health needs receives an individualized care plan designed specifically for their circumstances. That’s just one of many reasons why so many men and women from the greater Houston area wouldn’t consider turning to any other orthopedic surgeon, and even introduce their friends and family to Dr. Alani’s practice.
If you’re looking for an orthopedic specialist who offers comprehensive joint health care, schedule an appointment to meet with Dr. Alani and discuss your needs and goals. It’s never a bad time to begin your journey toward healthy, pain-free joint function, and a healthier and more active life.