Radiculopathy near Shenandoah, TX

Care Philosophy: Try to always start with nonsurgical options when possible. The patient should be part of the decision making process.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Mukalel dedicate's himself to providing you the OPTIONS so that YOU can CHOOSE THE RELIEF!

Care Philosophy: I consider it an honor and privilege to be an orthopedic surgeon. I place a great deal of emphasis on the patient-physician relationship and am committed to earning their trust, satisfaction, and confidence.

Care Philosophy: I concentrate on my patient's total health and well being, not just the presenting complaint. Also, when it comes to sports medicine and injuries, preventive medicience is high on my list. By educating my patients, we can prevent many chronic conditions as it relates to the musculoskeletal system. PUBLISHED MATERIALS: ``Alternative Approaches to the Ankle OCD Treatment`` and ``Outcome Following Transtinial Amputation Modified with a Distal Tibio-Fibular Synostosis.

Biography: Dr. Flowers is a board certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in Joint Preservation surgery, Complex Reconstruction and Deformity Correction, and Joint Replacement surgery. Dr. Flowers is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons as well as the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons. He is also a certified Mako Surgeon in Robotic-assisted partial and total knee replacements. Dr. Flowers received his Bachelor of Health Science from Howard University in Washington, D.C. He also holds a Masters of Physical Therapy and Doctorate of Medicine from Howard University. He did his residency in orthopedic surgery at the New York Medical College located in Manhattan. He is fellowship trained in Limb Lengthening and Complex Reconstruction at the Hospital for Special Surgery also in Manhattan, NY. Dr. Flowers became involved in this specialty because of his belief in approaching orthopedic surgery from a different angle. Instead of treating a joint after it is damaged, his approach corrects the malalignment that would lead to debilitating arthritis in the future whether it be in the hip, knee or ankle. He also has the skill set to perform joint replacement procedures for those who already have advanced arthritis. Dr. Flowers also has in-depth knowledge and skills for correcting bowlegs, knock knees and multiple post-traumatic deformities. As a first generation American, Dr. Flowers was born in Queens, NY and raised on Long Island. His family is from Jamaica, West Indies. Dr. Flowers currently resides in The Woodlands with his wife, who is a dermatologist in the area and their two children Caden and Nila who attend John Cooper School. His hobbies include mountain biking, triathlons (he is an Ironman Finisher), and auto racing.

Care Philosophy: Treat the whole patient and only operate if no better options exist.