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.
Kevin R. Sharif joined Nevada Orthopedic & Spine Center in 2016. He is board certified in orthopedic surgery and received his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine as a dean’s list student in 2010. Dr. Sharif completed his orthopedic surgical residency at the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine where he was elected chief resident consistently scoring among the highest in-training exam scores in the nation. Following residency, he completed a combined fellowship in orthopedic / neurosurgical adult and pediatric spine surgery at the prestigious Norton Leatherman Spine Center under the direction of renowned Drs. John Dimar, Rolando Puno and Steven Glassman, past-president of the Scoliosis Research Society.
Dr. Sharif treats non-operative and operative cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine conditions such as Sciatica, Stenosis, Scoliosis, Herniated Disc, Neurogenic Claudication, Radiculopathy, Myelopathy, and Revision Back Surgery.
His surgical techniques include minimally invasive spine surgery, computer navigation, motion preserving disc replacement and spinal cord stimulation. Dr. Sharif is Las Vegas’ leader in robotic and endoscopic spine surgery.
Dr. Sharif, a Henderson resident, enjoys physical fitness, outdoor activities and auto mechanics.
Michael S. Bradford, MD, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon who joined the team at Nevada Orthopedic & Spine Center in 1994. He sees patients at the practice's offices in Henderson and Las Vegas, Nevada.
Dr. Bradford is an accomplished adult reconstructive surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive hip and knee replacements. He has a particular interest in assessing and revising failed total hip and knee replacements.
Dr. Bradford was born in Montreal, Canada. He received his Doctor of Medicine in 1986 from the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. He subsequently completed his internship and orthopedic residency at the University of Alberta Hospital in 1992.
He moved to the United States in 1993 to further his training by completing a fellowship in adult reconstructive hip and knee surgery with the renowned Wayne Paprosky, MD, at Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield, Illinois, and at Rush Presbyterian – St. Luke’s Medical Center in Chicago.
Dr. Bradford is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
Board Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons
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.
Keith W. Kotecki, D.O. returns to Las Vegas to join Nevada Orthopedic & Spine Center after completing his training in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He is a fellowship-trained Adult Hip and Knee Reconstructive Surgeon who specializes in primary and complex revision hip and knee arthroplasty surgeries.
Dr. Kotecki has a particular focus on minimally invasive surgical techniques, robotic-assisted joint replacement, and partial knee replacement. His expertise includes the muscle-sparing direct anterior hip replacement, bikini incision anterior hip replacement, outpatient joint replacement, revision surgery, as well as unicompartmental and total knee replacement.
Dr. Kotecki utilizes the most current techniques in joint replacement by adopting the rapid recovery protocol and uses cutting edge pain management techniques allowing patients to recover from surgery without using intravenous narcotics.
Dr. Kotecki graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of San Diego in 2009. He then had a 5-year career as a Mechanical Engineer in San Diego before attending medical school. He received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Degree in 2018 from Touro University in Henderson, Nevada.
Dr. Kotecki completed his Orthopedic Surgical Residency at Valley Hospital Medical Center in Las Vegas, NV. Following his surgical residency, Dr. Kotecki then spent an additional year of subspecialty fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA - affiliated with Drexel University.
Dr. Kotecki has published several medical articles on various research topics including Prosthetic Joint Infection Treatment and Novel Hip Replacement Techniques. He has presented his research both locally and at national orthopedic meetings.
He was born and raised in upstate New York where he spent most summers working in construction for the family business. He loves spending time with family, including his wife and two sons. In his spare time, he enjoys working out, snowboarding, traveling, auto maintenance and modification, and is a craft beer connoisseur.
Zefu (Robert) Liu, D.O. joined Nevada Orthopedic & Spine Center in 2025. He is Board-Certified and fellowship-trained, specializing in sports medicine, shoulder reconstruction, joint replacement and advanced arthroscopic procedures.
Originally from California, Dr. Liu developed a strong connection to Las Vegas during his time at Touro University Nevada, where he graduated at the top of his class. He is excited to return to the city that helped shape his medical career and to provide high-quality orthopedic care to the growing Las Vegas community.
Dr. Liu completed his orthopedic surgical residency in Chicago, Illinois, where he served as chief resident and was honored with the Resident of the Year award for his leadership, clinical excellence and commitment to patient care. He went on to complete his fellowship training at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, one of the nation’s premier orthopedic institutions, where he honed his skills in advanced arthroscopic procedures and shoulder reconstructive surgery. While there, he served as a team physician for both Washington University athletics and the NHL’s St. Louis Blues, where he gained extensive experience treating athletes at the highest levels.
At Nevada Orthopedic & Spine Center, Dr. Liu is committed to delivering the highest level of care using cutting-edge techniques tailored to each patient’s lifestyle and goals. In addition to his expertise in arthroscopic surgery, Dr. Liu also offers his patients the latest techniques in cartilage restoration, joint replacement surgery and ligament reconstruction.
Known for his thoughtful yet patient-centered approach, Dr. Liu believes in educating patients, exploring all nonsurgical options and pursuing surgery only when absolutely necessary. His philosophy centers on shared decision-making and building trust through clear, compassionate communication and patient education.
Outside the operating room, Dr. Liu is an avid outdoors enthusiast. He enjoys hiking, surfing, snowboarding, traveling and spending time with his family. He is fluent in Mandarin and is proud to serve Las Vegas’s diverse patient population.
Holman Chan, MD, joined the team at Nevada Orthopedic & Spine Center in 2013 and currently sees patients at their office in Henderson, Nevada. He specializes in orthopedic trauma, general orthopedic surgery, and the treatment of lower extremity disorders, including acquired deformities of the foot and ankle.
Dr. Chan was born in Vancouver, Canada. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in 2002 from the University of British Columbia in Vancouver and then attended the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Canada, where he received a Doctor of Medicine degree in 2006. He completed his surgical internship and residency in orthopedic surgery at the University of Alberta in 2011 while serving as chief resident of orthopedic surgery.
Also in 2011, Dr. Chan completed an orthopedic trauma fellowship at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, New York.
He then completed a second fellowship in foot and ankle surgery at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York, New York.
Dr. Bradley S. Baker has been a member of Nevada Orthopedic & Spine Center since 2010, where he practices out of the Henderson office. Dr. Baker stands out as the sole physician at the center to hold dual board certification in orthopedic surgery and the subspecialty of orthopedic sports medicine from the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, underscoring his profound expertise and commitment to his profession.
Dr. Baker's educational journey is marked by a Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Chemistry from Concordia College in Minnesota, followed by his Doctor of Medicine from the University of North Dakota School of Medicine on a merit scholarship. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Kansas – Wichita and furthered his training with a fellowship in Orthopedic Sports Medicine at the Taos Orthopedic Institute in New Mexico, where he collaborated with the medical staff of the United States Ski and Snowboard Team, enriching his sports medicine proficiency.
Prior to his tenure in Nevada, Dr. Baker practiced in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, where he specialized in treating knee, shoulder, and sports injuries while serving as a team physician for various sports teams across all levels. His academic contributions included roles as a clinical professor and a pivotal figure in developing a respected health system sports medicine program. Dr. Baker's career path also took him to Arizona, where he further specialized in a small, focused practice before bringing his wealth of experience to Nevada with a continued focus on treating patients with shoulder and knee problems.
His commitment to quality care is evident in his executive roles; he serves as the Vice Chief-of-Staff on the Medical Executive Committee and as Chairman of the Physician Performance Improvement Committee at Henderson Hospital since its inception. Additionally, he is Chairman of the Governing Board at Parkway Surgery Center, demonstrating his dedication to enhancing healthcare delivery and physician performance.
Dr. Baker's career trajectory reflects a steadfast dedication to the orthopedic care he provides. His surgical skills include the most advanced surgical techniques. His care approach integrates patience, thorough education, and personalized patient-centered treatment plans, fostering a collaborative healthcare experience that enhances patient satisfaction, particularly in the treatment of athletes at all levels and individuals with knee and shoulder conditions.
