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My Approach
to Treating Patients
As an experienced physician with more than 21 years of
specialization in orthopaedics (12 years in
Hendersonville), I take a highly personal approach to
caring for my patients. I believe the most important
aspects of providing quality care are listening to the
needs of my patients, thorough testing, communication,
patient education, establishing a relationship with my
patients and involving my patients in their treatment
plan. The highest quality of care can be achieved
locally, without traveling out of Hendersonville. All
treatments and investigations can be done locally, and
at your convenience. For instance, the highest quality
MRIs, with the highest quality radiological
interpretations, in the state, are done right here in
Hendersonville.
From
the very first visit, I make a conscious effort to
establish a warm, friendly rapport with each of my
patients to encourage open and direct communication. I
listen to your needs, include them in my diagnosis and
treatment decisions, and welcome your input and feedback
each step of the way. We believe in meeting patients'
individual needs through comprehensive evaluation and
treatment designed to help them achieve an active,
pain-free lifestyle. |
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When many people consider visiting an orthopaedic surgeon,
their first thought is "Oh, I don't want (or
need) surgery." They may be right. Surgery is
only one of many treatment options. Many of my
patients never need to have surgery - many times
rehabilitation of the injured area is all that
is needed.
I work closely with a team of local physical therapists
who, like me, believe in conservative methods:
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If an injury can be rehabilitated without
surgery, that is what should be done.
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I inform my patients of all the treatment
options they have for an injury, and what the
advantages and disadvantages are of each option.
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I believe that my staff and I may be your most
valuable resource for any thoughts or concerns
you have, which is why we are here. |
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