Radiculopathy near Moorpark, CA

Biography: Kevin M. Deitel, MD, FRCS(C) was born in New York City and grew up in Toronto, Canada. During his childhood, he was active in athletics along with fascinated by the study of medicine, dreaming of one day becoming a physician. The fulfillment of that dream started by earning his medical degree at Medical College of Wisconsin. He went on to complete an internship in Comprehensive Surgery at the University of Toronto prior to being accepted into the prestigious Gallie Program for Surgery. From there, Dr. Deitel completed his residency in Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Toronto. During his studies, Dr. Deitel was awarded the Canadian Back Institute Award in Spinal Surgery. He passed the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada qualifying examinations in Orthopedic Surgery and was awarded the Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada [FRCS(C)] degree. He pursued a fellowship in Spine Surgery at the University of California, San Diego, specializing in the management of spinal disorders in adults and children. Dr. Deitel obtained Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery, followed by Board Certification in Spine Surgery. Prior to joining Ventura Orthopedics, he was practicing in San Diego for nine years specializing in the evaluation and management of spinal disorders. Dr. Deitel has additional training and expertise in pain management and minimally invasive spine surgery. He lives in Newbury Park and is married with three children.

Care Philosophy: I believe in a patient-centered approach to neurological care, where empathy, open communication, and collaboration are at the heart of every treatment plan. I listen carefully to my patients concerns and value their input as an essential part of the decision-making process. By explaining complex medical information in clear, understandable terms, I empower my patients to make informed choices about their care. When treating a patient with chronic migraines, I work closely with them to identify triggers, discuss lifestyle changes, and explore treatment options that suit their individual needs. My goal is to educate and support patients every step of the way, ensuring they feel heard, understood, and confident in their care plan. Together, we strive to achieve the best possible outcomes and improve their quality of life.

Biography: Zachary T Sharfman, MD, MS is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in the treatment of spine conditions from the upper neck to the low back. Raised in Los Angeles, California, Dr. Sharfman graduated from the University of California San Diego with a bachelor's degree in Biology and Biochemistry. He was a four-year scholarship collegiate rower and was awarded as a national student athlete honoree. He then received a Master's degree in Biochemistry and Human Nutrition at Columbia University. He went on to study medicine at Tel Aviv University, where he graduated at the top of his class and received the Deans Award for Academic Excellence.Dr. Sharfman completed his orthopedic surgery residency training at Montefiore Medical Center in New York, during which he served as chief resident and was honored with the Stanley Hoppenfeld award for excellence in spine surgery. Dr. Sharfman further specialized in complex, minimally invasive and robotic spine surgery, completing his fellowship at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF), under the guidance of Doctors Berven, Deviren, Tay, Theologis and Burch. Dr. Sharfman specializes in surgery for degenerative and deforming conditions of the spine. He also performs motion preserving surgery, minimally invasive surgery, and complex revision spine surgeries. His procedures include, cervical disc replacements, anterior cervical discectomy and fusion, posterior cervical laminectomy and fusion, laminoplasty, lumbar decompression, microdiscectomy, lumbar fusion, lumbar disc replacement, deformity surgeries, and procedures to address arthritis, back pain, and nerve pain.Striving to deliver personalized, thoughtful and thorough care, Dr. Sharfman is committed to providing his patients with the most effective treatment options, both surgical and non-surgical. He believes in non-fusion and motion preserving options. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the North American Spine Society, and the AO Spine Foundation. Dr. Sharfman lives in the San Fernando Valley with his wife and two children and enjoys spending time outdoors surfing, biking, hiking.

Biography: Dr. Armen Oganesian, DO is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist who practices in Thousand Oaks, CA. He is 40 years old. Dr. Armen Oganesian, DO is affiliated with Los Robles Regional Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: I believe in helping people maintain healthy and active lifestyles by providing each of my patients with individualized, compassionate, innovative and state of the art orthopaedic care.

Biography: Dr. Vibhay Prasad, MD is a Physical Medicine /amp Rehabilitation Specialist who practices in Westlake Village, CA. He is 60 years old. Dr. Vibhay Prasad, MD is affiliated with Los Robles Regional Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: We believe in personalized service and that your quality of life deserves our quality of care. We are dedicated to providing exceptional, comprehensive neurological care and treatment to our patients. We believe the key to quality patient care is the development of a strong doctor-patient relationship and give special attention to patient & their family concerns and needs.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Tchejeyan believes in:*Extraordinary patient experience*Easy access to appointment*Greeted by friendly staff*Patients spend quality time with the physician*Extremely high percentage of our patients would recommend us to family members or friends*Dedicated surgical team*Low complication rate*Focused on specialty areas*Proven reproducible outcomes

Care Philosophy: Offers high-quality, individualized care with compassion. Believes communication and collaboration with patients is the foundation for effective relationships. Through effective education, patients are empowered to partner in their care and achieve their health goals.