Somatic Nerve Block near Belton, MO

Care Philosophy: Dr. Abraham practices general orthopaedic surgery with a special interest in total joint replacement, sports medicine and fracture management. He uses Verilast technology, which is an advanced bearing surface for knee and hip replacement surgery. He enjoys working with athletes of all ages and developing individualized treatment plans.

Biography: Dr. Van den Berghe is Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and is Fellowship Trained in Sports Medicine with a special interest in shoulder issues. He believes in providing treatment plans that are patient specific in order to best facilitate healing. He was previously the team physician for the San Diego Padres.

Care Philosophy: My care philosophy is to be a highly experienced hip and knee surgeon who brings valuable expertise in a patient-centered care model through scientifically validated and proven techniques. We have built an incredibly experienced and compassionate team of health care providers who want to help patients get back to or maintain a healthy and active lifestyle. We strive to continue to use less-invasive procedures and state-of-the-art technology to advance the care and improve recovery of our patients.

Care Philosophy: Patients deserve individualized attention. The appointment allows for ample time for both the physician and patient to understand the injury and create the best treatment plan possible, operative and nonoperative.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Barnthouse balances clinical expertise with a caring and compassionate approach to understanding a patient's symptoms and goals for treatment. He works collaboratively with his patients to create the best treatment pathway possible which will ultimately lead to the outcomes all parties are hoping to achieve.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Roberts strives for every patient to achieve the best possible quality of life. He ensures his patients and their families are well educated and informed, as he knows this leads to better outcomes and results

Care Philosophy: Dr. Peer enjoys helping patients understand their conditions and outlining rational management strategies.

Care Philosophy: Those who know Dr. Witte will say he carries a steadfast love and kindness in all he does. An avid hunter, fisherman and overall outdoorsman, he is driven to help patients live healthy and active lifestyles

Care Philosophy: I believe in individualized treatment plans built on a foundation of patient education and effective communication. I prefer conservative, non-surgical treatment options when possible, and I reserve surgical treatment for cases when less-invasive treatment options have proven insufficient.

Biography: Kelly Hendricks, MD, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon with Kansas City Joint Replacement and Sports Medicine in Overland Park, KS. He is affiliated with Menorah Medical Center and HCA Midwest Health. Dr. Hendricks has been recognized annually as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor since 2014, and is considered to be one of the area's preeminent experts in adult orthopedic reconstruction, specifically in knee and hip replacements. He is a leader in adopting the latest total knee replacement technology a smart knee implant for patients who qualify, as he seeks to improve patient outcomes through enhanced precision and accuracy. Dr. Hendricks is frequently called upon by orthopedic colleagues for difficult or complex surgical procedures, and is one of the region's few surgeons who performs total femoral replacements. Although his specialty is hip and knee procedures, Dr. Hendricks has been extremely involved in all aspects of orthopedic education at the University of Kansas Medical Center where he served as an associate professor. Over the course of his tenure, he has directed his formidable talents and energy to enhancing the clinical, academic and research areas of the university's orthopedic program. Additionally, he has published, presented and lectured extensively on his area of expertise.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Cullen believes that medical care should be personalized and tailored to each individual patient. He takes an evidence-based approach to formulating either a conservative or surgical treatment plan based on the patient's individual needs. His goal is to restore function and improve quality of life allowing patients to pursue their passions.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Doan believes that all individuals deserve the highest level of care, and an individualized treatment strategy to achieve the best possible outcome. With cutting edge surgical techniques, we are able to optimize medical outcomes and ensure people can remain healthy and active to achieve their health and life goals.