SomaticNerveBlock near Saint Joseph, MO

Care Philosophy: My passion is hip and knee replacement surgery to allow patients to return to a good quality of life. I perform partial knee replacements, total knee replacements and hip replacement surgery with minimally invasive techniques including the minimally invasive (ASI-anterior supine intramuscular) direct anterior approach to the hip.

Biography: Dr. Brian Kindred is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with College Park Family Care located within the Specialty Center in Overland Park, Kansas. He is affiliated with Overland Park Regional Medical Center and Research Medical Center. Dr. Kindred's areas of clinical focus include general orthopedics, sports medicine and joint replacement. He offers more than 20 years of patient care experience and has served in multiple professional leadership roles including hospital medical staff president and chief of surgery.Dr. Kindred earned his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine and completed a residency at Saint Louis University Hospitals. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the Kansas Orthopedic Society, the Mid-Central States Orthopedic Association and the Kansas Medical Society.

Care Philosophy: My goal is always to maximize non-operative treatment modalities and discuss surgical options when necessary. I encourage patients to make informed decisions about their own health by asking questions so that we can proceed with the best possible treatment. I am dedicated to improving the well being of my patients with high quality medical care.

Care Philosophy: I enjoy and have trained in all aspects of orthopedic surgery but have a special interest in sports related injuries. Being a collegiate athlete myself, I feel I can relate to the injured athlete better than most physicians. I completed an extra year of training specifically in sports medicine and emphasize not only the quality surgical management of injuries but also the safe return to play and prevention of these injuries in the first place.

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: 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: Restoring the quality of life to patients who suffer from injuries to the hand, elbow and shoulder.

Biography: Dr. Nathan Kiewiet, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist who practices in Kansas City, MO. He is 46 years old and has been practicing for 24 years. Dr. Nathan Kiewiet, MD is affiliated with Centerpoint Medical Center.