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Dr. Younis is a distinguished, fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon renowned for his commitment to delivering compassionate care and innovative treatment options for patients suffering from acute and chronic spine and nerve pain. With extensive training at prestigious institutions—including the University of Maryland-Baltimore, Louisiana State University-New Orleans, Montefiore Medical Center-New York, and the University of Miami—he has developed comprehensive expertise in advanced surgical techniques and interventional pain management services. 

In addition to his surgical proficiency, Dr. Younis holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree. His role as an instructor in Communication Skills and Evidence-Based Medicine reflects his dedication to educating both patients and medical professionals, ensuring a holistic approach to care. Dr. Younis is particularly recognized as a "superstar" in patient communication, skillfully guiding his patients through their recovery journeys and maintaining strong follow-up support.

A pioneer in minimally invasive spine surgery, Dr. Younis integrates advanced interventional pain management techniques into his practice. This dual approach allows him to offer comprehensive treatment plans that address not only the structural issues of the spine but also the associated pain conditions, enhancing patient outcomes while minimizing discomfort and recovery time.

Dr. Younis is deeply committed to remaining at the forefront of his field, continually exploring the latest advancements in spine surgery and interventional pain management to provide his patients with the most effective and innovative treatments available. His personalized approach and dedication to patient care have established him as a leading expert in orthopedic spine surgery and pain management.

Understanding the significant physical and emotional toll that spine and nerve pain can take on patients, Dr. Younis prioritizes compassionate support throughout their treatment journey. He is devoted to helping his patients achieve optimal outcomes, ultimately enhancing their quality of life and restoring their functionality.

As an integral part of the friendly team of physicians at Alpha Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, Brian Snow, MD, provides orthopedic care for families North Texas at the Sherman and McKinney offices.

After receiving his medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California, Dr. Snow completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the Los Angeles County + USC Medical Center, one of the busiest trauma centers in the United States. He completed his fellowship in advanced arthroscopy and sports medicine at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City.

In addition to practicing in general orthopedics, Dr. Snow has a broad range of experience with muscle and tendon sprains and tears, particularly due to sports injuries. He provided excellent care to many high schools as the team doctor, as well as to the University of Utah Utes and the USC Trojans.

Always fascinated by sports-related injuries, Dr. Snow has written several articles on ACL reconstruction and its long-term effects.

As a leader in his field, Dr. Snow is affiliated with honorable medical institutions like Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – McKinney; Methodist McKinney Hospital; Medical City McKinney; Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Centennial in Frisco, Texas; Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in Allen, Texas, Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital at Sherman; and the McKinney Surgery Center. 

Jon C. Thompson, MD, is double board-certified in orthopedic sports medicine and orthopedic surgery.  Dr. Thompson graduated with honors from prestigious Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire. He earned his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, Maryland.

A highly qualified practitioner of orthopedic sports medicine with patients of every age, Dr. Thompson specializes in orthopedic sports medicine including injuries to the shoulder, knee, ankle, elbow and wrist.   His special interests are joint instability, cartilage preservation and restoration, and pediatric injuries. . He has a passion for performing state-of-the-art cartilage restoration techniques which restores and preserves joints and allows patients to return to their normal activity levels and postpone joint replacements.

He is the author of “Netter’s Concise Orthopaedic Anatomy,” the definitive orthopedic anatomy guide for orthopedic students and clinicians.

Dr. Thompson is honored to be affiliated with Methodist McKinney Hospital, Medical City McKinney, and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – McKinney, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in Allen, Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital at Sherman.

Dr. Thompson is proud to have ranked among D Magazine’s Best Doctors in Dallas, as well as the Best Doctors in Collin County.

Dr. Younis is a distinguished, fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon renowned for his commitment to delivering compassionate care and innovative treatment options for patients suffering from acute and chronic spine and nerve pain. With extensive training at prestigious institutions—including the University of Maryland-Baltimore, Louisiana State University-New Orleans, Montefiore Medical Center-New York, and the University of Miami—he has developed comprehensive expertise in advanced surgical techniques and interventional pain management services. 

In addition to his surgical proficiency, Dr. Younis holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree. His role as an instructor in Communication Skills and Evidence-Based Medicine reflects his dedication to educating both patients and medical professionals, ensuring a holistic approach to care. Dr. Younis is particularly recognized as a "superstar" in patient communication, skillfully guiding his patients through their recovery journeys and maintaining strong follow-up support.

A pioneer in minimally invasive spine surgery, Dr. Younis integrates advanced interventional pain management techniques into his practice. This dual approach allows him to offer comprehensive treatment plans that address not only the structural issues of the spine but also the associated pain conditions, enhancing patient outcomes while minimizing discomfort and recovery time.

Dr. Younis is deeply committed to remaining at the forefront of his field, continually exploring the latest advancements in spine surgery and interventional pain management to provide his patients with the most effective and innovative treatments available. His personalized approach and dedication to patient care have established him as a leading expert in orthopedic spine surgery and pain management.

Understanding the significant physical and emotional toll that spine and nerve pain can take on patients, Dr. Younis prioritizes compassionate support throughout their treatment journey. He is devoted to helping his patients achieve optimal outcomes, ultimately enhancing their quality of life and restoring their functionality.

As an integral part of the friendly team of physicians at Alpha Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, Brian Snow, MD, provides orthopedic care for families North Texas at the Sherman and McKinney offices.

After receiving his medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California, Dr. Snow completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the Los Angeles County + USC Medical Center, one of the busiest trauma centers in the United States. He completed his fellowship in advanced arthroscopy and sports medicine at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City.

In addition to practicing in general orthopedics, Dr. Snow has a broad range of experience with muscle and tendon sprains and tears, particularly due to sports injuries. He provided excellent care to many high schools as the team doctor, as well as to the University of Utah Utes and the USC Trojans.

Always fascinated by sports-related injuries, Dr. Snow has written several articles on ACL reconstruction and its long-term effects.

As a leader in his field, Dr. Snow is affiliated with honorable medical institutions like Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – McKinney; Methodist McKinney Hospital; Medical City McKinney; Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Centennial in Frisco, Texas; Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in Allen, Texas, Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital at Sherman; and the McKinney Surgery Center. 

Jon C. Thompson, MD, is double board-certified in orthopedic sports medicine and orthopedic surgery.  Dr. Thompson graduated with honors from prestigious Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire. He earned his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, Maryland.

A highly qualified practitioner of orthopedic sports medicine with patients of every age, Dr. Thompson specializes in orthopedic sports medicine including injuries to the shoulder, knee, ankle, elbow and wrist.   His special interests are joint instability, cartilage preservation and restoration, and pediatric injuries. . He has a passion for performing state-of-the-art cartilage restoration techniques which restores and preserves joints and allows patients to return to their normal activity levels and postpone joint replacements.

He is the author of “Netter’s Concise Orthopaedic Anatomy,” the definitive orthopedic anatomy guide for orthopedic students and clinicians.

Dr. Thompson is honored to be affiliated with Methodist McKinney Hospital, Medical City McKinney, and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – McKinney, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in Allen, Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital at Sherman.

Dr. Thompson is proud to have ranked among D Magazine’s Best Doctors in Dallas, as well as the Best Doctors in Collin County.

For over 20 years, Dr. William C. Burns II has combined his love of sports and his passion for medicine at Craig Ranch Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine in Frisco, Texas. Dr. Burns believes in doing things right the first time by correcting underlying problems rather than just managing symptoms. With an emphasis on shoulders and knees, Dr. Burns is a leader and an innovator in the field of minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery and reconstruction for athletes of all ages. Through one-on-one visits, the service provided at Craig Ranch Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine is tailored to each athlete’s needs and goals -- working at every turn to ensure that clients are able to continue their athletic lifestyles.

Dr. Burns is originally from Boise, Idaho. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from Baylor University. He attended medical school at UT Southwestern Medical School where he was inducted into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha medical honors society. He received his orthopedic training at the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Burns completed a Sports Medicine Fellowship at the University of Chicago.

Dr. Burns is Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery and was one of the first Orthopedic Surgeons to be Board Certified in Sports Medicine. Dr. Burns was nominated for the Charles Neer award by the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons Society for recognition of outstanding clinical or research investigation. He won the Dow Corning Wright Award presented by the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society for outstanding foot and ankle research. Dr. Burns won the Cabaud Memorial Award given by the American Orthopedic Society for sports medicine for outstanding research.

Dr. Burns is a team player, providing care for a number of teams and athletes. He has been the team physician for the Dallas Freeze of the Central Hockey League, the NAHL Texas Tornado Junior Hockey team, and the AFL Dallas Vigilantes. He has been the team physician for Plano East Senior High School for over 25 years and was recently inducted into the Athletic Hall of Honor for the Plano Independent School District. Dr. Burns has served as the orthopedic consultant for the Kurt Thomas Gymnastics since 2004. Dr. Burns currently serves as the Head Team Physician for the Frisco Fighters of the IFL, a professional indoor football team.

Dr. Burns has served as Chairman of Orthopedic Surgery at Presbyterian Hospital of Plano, Texas; Chief of Staff at Centennial Medical Center; and Chairman of the Board of the Surgery Centre at Craig Ranch as well as the Hospital at Craig Ranch. Dr. Burns has served as the Medical Director for the Craig Ranch Surgery Center since 2013. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Plano Physician's Group and the Craig Ranch Surgery Center. Dr. Burns was voted Best Doctor by his peers in Collin County in 2018 for D Magazine.

Education:

1) BS Degree - Baylor University

2) MD Degree - UT Southwestern Medical School

3) Orthopedic Residency - Medical College of Virginia

4) Sports Medicine Fellowship - University of Chicago

Dr. Younis is a distinguished, fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon renowned for his commitment to delivering compassionate care and innovative treatment options for patients suffering from acute and chronic spine and nerve pain. With extensive training at prestigious institutions—including the University of Maryland-Baltimore, Louisiana State University-New Orleans, Montefiore Medical Center-New York, and the University of Miami—he has developed comprehensive expertise in advanced surgical techniques and interventional pain management services. 

In addition to his surgical proficiency, Dr. Younis holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree. His role as an instructor in Communication Skills and Evidence-Based Medicine reflects his dedication to educating both patients and medical professionals, ensuring a holistic approach to care. Dr. Younis is particularly recognized as a "superstar" in patient communication, skillfully guiding his patients through their recovery journeys and maintaining strong follow-up support.

A pioneer in minimally invasive spine surgery, Dr. Younis integrates advanced interventional pain management techniques into his practice. This dual approach allows him to offer comprehensive treatment plans that address not only the structural issues of the spine but also the associated pain conditions, enhancing patient outcomes while minimizing discomfort and recovery time.

Dr. Younis is deeply committed to remaining at the forefront of his field, continually exploring the latest advancements in spine surgery and interventional pain management to provide his patients with the most effective and innovative treatments available. His personalized approach and dedication to patient care have established him as a leading expert in orthopedic spine surgery and pain management.

Understanding the significant physical and emotional toll that spine and nerve pain can take on patients, Dr. Younis prioritizes compassionate support throughout their treatment journey. He is devoted to helping his patients achieve optimal outcomes, ultimately enhancing their quality of life and restoring their functionality.

Dr. Venkat Sethuraman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, fellowship trained in spine surgery at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. He has done more than 1,000 spine surgeries over his 20 years in practice in the Dallas area.

Unlike other spine surgeons who often spend 30% of their time on brain disorders or treatment of knees and hips, Dr. Sethuraman focuses 100% on the care of back and neck pain and other complex spine problems.

Dr. Sethuraman is proficient in minimally invasive spine surgery techniques enabling outpatient surgery through a half-inch incision. He stays current on the newest advances in spine surgery and non-surgical treatment options. He is referred patients from across the Dallas area and its suburbs, as well as patients who travel from Mexico for advanced spine care.

Dr. Sethuraman completed a fellowship in spine surgery at the renowned Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. A fellowship is the most advanced and specialized physician training available.

He received his Bachelor of Science degree in 1994 at Rutgers University graduating magna cum laude. He earned his medical degree at the Medical College of Pennsylvania in 1998. He completed an internship in General Surgery at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital along with his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery. Following his residency, he went to the world famous Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, where he completed a spine surgery fellowship. Dr. Sethuraman is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the North American Spine Society, and the Mayo Clinic Alumni Association.

Recognizing the challenges of developing a freestanding spine center and a modern medical practice, in 2017 Dr. Sethuraman completed a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) from the prestigious Wharton School at University of Pennsylvania.

Dr. Younis is a distinguished, fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon renowned for his commitment to delivering compassionate care and innovative treatment options for patients suffering from acute and chronic spine and nerve pain. With extensive training at prestigious institutions—including the University of Maryland-Baltimore, Louisiana State University-New Orleans, Montefiore Medical Center-New York, and the University of Miami—he has developed comprehensive expertise in advanced surgical techniques and interventional pain management services. 

In addition to his surgical proficiency, Dr. Younis holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree. His role as an instructor in Communication Skills and Evidence-Based Medicine reflects his dedication to educating both patients and medical professionals, ensuring a holistic approach to care. Dr. Younis is particularly recognized as a "superstar" in patient communication, skillfully guiding his patients through their recovery journeys and maintaining strong follow-up support.

A pioneer in minimally invasive spine surgery, Dr. Younis integrates advanced interventional pain management techniques into his practice. This dual approach allows him to offer comprehensive treatment plans that address not only the structural issues of the spine but also the associated pain conditions, enhancing patient outcomes while minimizing discomfort and recovery time.

Dr. Younis is deeply committed to remaining at the forefront of his field, continually exploring the latest advancements in spine surgery and interventional pain management to provide his patients with the most effective and innovative treatments available. His personalized approach and dedication to patient care have established him as a leading expert in orthopedic spine surgery and pain management.

Understanding the significant physical and emotional toll that spine and nerve pain can take on patients, Dr. Younis prioritizes compassionate support throughout their treatment journey. He is devoted to helping his patients achieve optimal outcomes, ultimately enhancing their quality of life and restoring their functionality.

Dr. Younis is a distinguished, fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon renowned for his commitment to delivering compassionate care and innovative treatment options for patients suffering from acute and chronic spine and nerve pain. With extensive training at prestigious institutions—including the University of Maryland-Baltimore, Louisiana State University-New Orleans, Montefiore Medical Center-New York, and the University of Miami—he has developed comprehensive expertise in advanced surgical techniques and interventional pain management services. 

In addition to his surgical proficiency, Dr. Younis holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree. His role as an instructor in Communication Skills and Evidence-Based Medicine reflects his dedication to educating both patients and medical professionals, ensuring a holistic approach to care. Dr. Younis is particularly recognized as a "superstar" in patient communication, skillfully guiding his patients through their recovery journeys and maintaining strong follow-up support.

A pioneer in minimally invasive spine surgery, Dr. Younis integrates advanced interventional pain management techniques into his practice. This dual approach allows him to offer comprehensive treatment plans that address not only the structural issues of the spine but also the associated pain conditions, enhancing patient outcomes while minimizing discomfort and recovery time.

Dr. Younis is deeply committed to remaining at the forefront of his field, continually exploring the latest advancements in spine surgery and interventional pain management to provide his patients with the most effective and innovative treatments available. His personalized approach and dedication to patient care have established him as a leading expert in orthopedic spine surgery and pain management.

Understanding the significant physical and emotional toll that spine and nerve pain can take on patients, Dr. Younis prioritizes compassionate support throughout their treatment journey. He is devoted to helping his patients achieve optimal outcomes, ultimately enhancing their quality of life and restoring their functionality.

John M. Noack, MD, is a board-certified, highly sought-after orthopedic surgeon at the Center for Foot and Ankle Restoration in Dallas, Fort Worth, and Frisco, Texas. He has fellowship training in foot and ankle surgery, with expertise in traumatic and sports-related injuries and degenerative conditions of the ankle and foot. He emphasizes conservative treatment for his patients, but is an expert in all forms of foot and ankle surgery, from ankle arthroscopy to total ankle replacement.

Dr. Noack attended St. Mark’s School of Texas in his native Dallas before graduating Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Texas at Austin. After earning his medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas, he completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas. 

Dr. Noack was then awarded a fellowship in foot and ankle surgery at the Foundation for Orthopaedic, Athletic and Reconstructive Research in Houston, Texas, where he served as a team physician for the athletic department at Rice University.

To maintain his cutting-edge knowledge, he’s a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and a member of the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society.

Dr. Noack treats his patients with the highest level of attention and care. Call the Center for Foot and Ankle Restoration for an appointment today.

Charles E. Cook, MD, is a board-certified, highly regarded orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in foot and ankle orthopedic surgery. He treats his patients with the utmost care at the Center for Foot and Ankle Restoration in Dallas, and Fort Worth, Texas. His expertise has allowed him to work with professional sports teams in the Dallas area, including the Texas Rangers, Dallas Mavericks, and FC Dallas.

Dr. Cook earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana, and completed his residency and fellowship training in orthopedic surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. His training included a stint in England at the National Health Service, giving him the opportunity to observe an alternative approach to the practice of medicine.

Dr. Cook currently assists with training orthopedic residents from the University of North Texas Health Science Center at John Peter Smith Hospital, both in Fort Worth. He’s a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and a member of the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society.

He warmly welcomes all patients, existing and new, and looks forward to offering his superior level of care. Call the Center for Foot and Ankle Restoration for an appointment today.