OsteoarthritisofHand near Jasper, TX

Biography: Stephen Downs, MD is board certified in Family Medicine. He joined Alexandria Neurosurgical Clinic in 2005. Dr. Downs attended Medical School at Louisiana State University where he graduated in 1995. Afterwards, he completed his residency at the University of Kentucky in 1998. He practices exclusively in the treatment of spine disorders including back and neck pain. His practice focuses on the conservative/non-operative treatment of these conditions and does not require a physician referral for an appointment. Dr. Downs is as member of the Rapides Parish Medical Society and the North American Spine Society.

Biography: Dr. Michael Screpetis, MD is a Family Practitioner who practices in Alexandria, LA. He is 66 years old. Dr. Michael Screpetis, MD is affiliated with Rapides Regional Medical Center.

Biography: Ronald Buczek II, DO FACOS received his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Texas Tech University. He then received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from University of North Texas. His residency in General Surgery was completed at Medical City Fort Worth. This was followed by a fellowship in Trauma/Surgical Critical Care at the University of Utah. Dr. Buczek then decided to specialize in Hand Surgery.He completed his Hand surgery fellowship at Wright State University - Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Buczek's areas of clinical interest include arthroplasty, microsurgery and peripheral nerve surgery, including targeted muscle reinnervation. Additionally, since fellowship he has practiced in several busy trauma centers, and is well versed in the management of complex upper extremity fractures from finger tip to elbow.Dr. Buczek is a Texas native, but a newcomer to the Austin area. He most recently practiced in Houston for the past several years, where he was Core Faculty at the University of Houston/HCA Kingwood General Surgery residency program. In his free time, he enjoys learning other languages, working on his cars, and traveling.Credentials, certifications and memberships:Board Certified General SurgeryBoard Certified Trauma/Surgical Critical CareBoard Eligible Hand SurgeryFellow American College of Osteopathic SurgeonsCandidate Member American Society for Surgery of the Hand