Osteoarthritis of Hand near Cypress, TX

Biography: Dr. Alan Rosen, MD is a Hand Surgery Specialist who practices in Houston, TX. He has been practicing for 41 years. Dr. Alan Rosen, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist and Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital.

Care Philosophy: Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group providers are committed to building long-lasting relationships with their patients and families. Our board-certified physicians provide continuous patient-centered care, while using the latest technology for diagnosis and treatment. They have all-access to outpatient and inpatient services offered by St. Luke's Health, as well as leading medical specialists to consult on diagnosis and treatment

Biography: Omar Dimachkieh, MD, is a fellowship-trained board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in surgery of the hand and upper extremity. Dr. Dimachkieh specializes in hand and upper extremity surgery with an emphasis on disorders of the hand, wrist and elbow. His expertise includes the latest and most advanced techniques for minimally invasive surgery and reconstructive treatments, as well as nonsurgical management and rehabilitation. Born in a Texas Medical Center hospital, Dr. Dimachkieh is a life-long Houstonian. He attended Rice University on an academic scholarship before completing both medical school and orthopedic surgery residency at the prestigious Baylor College of Medicine. He finished his training with a fellowship in surgery of the hand and upper extremity, which included extensive microsurgical training, at the University of Colorado. Dr. Dimachkieh is proud to serve his community, caring for patients from all walks of life, and he believes in treating his patients as if they were his own family.

Care Philosophy: Bryan J. Mills, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon who specializes in the treatment of hand and wrist injuries and ailments. He typically treats patients with Arthritis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Fractures, Nerve Entrapment, and Trigger Finger. He chose the hand and wrist as his specialty due to their importance in a patient's everyday life, but also because it is an intricate part of the body that involves so many different aspects of the orthopedics field.

Biography: Dr. Fiore is board certified by the American Board of Surgery in hand surgery. He initially developed his interest in hand surgery after fracturing his wrist, wrestling for the Duke University Blue Devils. Forced to undergo surgery and placed in a cast for several weeks, he truly recognized the profound impact having a hand injury can have on a persons physical, emotional, and financial well being. After obtaining his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine he entered general surgery residency at the University of Medicine and Dentistry-NJ Medical School where he achieved both local and national recognition in his ability to teach (see curriculum vitae). This teaching ability translated well with his doctor/patient relationships as most patients found him able to break down a complex condition and make it more understandable. Graduating from residency, he proceeded to acquire additional training in hand surgery from the Baylor College of Medicine accredited fellowship where he performed well over 500 operations. The training was diverse to say the least and included elective, non emergent hand surgery as well as limb threatening or mangling trauma. Upon graduation he was invited to stay as faculty for which he was hired as an Assistant Professor in the Division of Plastic Surgery. It was a productive year clinically (performed about 400 procedures) as well as academically as he literally wrote the chapter on hand surgery which he co-authored in Sabistons Textbook of Surgery 18th edition.

Biography: Dr. Zohair Abbas, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist who practices in Houston, TX. He is 49 years old. Dr. Zohair Abbas, MD is affiliated with North Cypress Medical Center.

Biography: Brian Vial is a fellowship-trained hand, wrist, and upper extremity surgeon specializing in operative and non-operative treatment of fractures from the hand to the shoulder, nerve entrapment such as carpal tunnel and cubital tunnel syndrome, trigger fingers, peripheral nerve injuries, tendon injuries, rotator cuff tears, and arthritis of the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder. He also holds an interest in targeted muscle reinnervation (TMR), a surgery that can alleviate post-operative nerve pain for amputees.Dr. Vial enjoys the complexity of upper extremity surgery and utilizes a multimodal, evidence-based approach to treatment. He believes that the best outcomes occur when the patient shares in the decision-making process; therefore, he prioritizes ensuring his patients understand their diagnosis and treatment options.

Biography: I believe the best medical decisions are made in a cooperative effort between caring doctors and well-informed patients. I treat each patient as a unique and individual case. Together, coupled with the latest advances and cutting-edge techniques, we can provide the care that is best for you and your specific injury. Dr. Smith is a hand and upper extremity surgeon working at Texas Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine. He is originally from Conroe and attended Conroe High School. Dr. Smith graduated from the University of Oklahoma with honors and then received his medical degree from Texas A&M College of Medicine, graduating with highest honors and was granted admission into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. He received his orthopaedic training at Scott & White Hospital and continued with advanced fellowship training in hand and upper extremity surgery at The University of Chicago. During his training, he worked directly under Dr. Daniel Mass, one of the world's leading experts in tendon injury and upper extremity surgery. He returned to the Tomball/Woodlands area after being an associate professor of upper extremity surgery at Scott & White Hospital. There he instructed residents and young surgeons on the latest techniques and trauma care for upper extremity injuries. Throughout his career, he has learned, performed and researched the most advanced, cutting-edge techniques in hand and upper extremity care providing care for several Major League Baseball teams and serving as one of the team physicians for the NHL's Chicago Blackhawks. Currently, he takes care of the entire spectrum of upper extremity injuries and enjoys the multidisciplinary approach of orthopedic treatment at Texas Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine. He continues to be very active in the community and assists in athletic coverage for several local high schools and organizations: Cypress-Creek, Dekaney, Klein, Klein Forest, Klein Collins, Waller, Magnolia, Magnolia West, and Tomball high schools. He lives in The Woodlands with his wife, Emily, and their two boys, Luke and Charlie. Treatment Focus: Hand, Wrist, Elbow, and Shoulder Care.

Care Philosophy: "I feel that the foot and ankle are underserved in the field of orthopedics and look forward to using the latest and most up to date training and technology to help my patients return to a full and active lifestyle. "I firmly believe that educating patients and providing nonoperative treatment can help relieve many issues. Surgery is recommended only once all other non-surgical options are exhausted." Timothy J. Miller, MD

Care Philosophy: Dr. Sonkar enjoys listening to her patients and honoring their core values and strives to provide her patients with a personalized experience. She strongly believes in treating the patient and not just the disease.

Care Philosophy: My care philosophy is to deliver minimally invasive solutions to the most challenging back and neck problems by using innovative pain mapping processes and state-of-the-art technology to pinpoint the exact location of my patients' pain and then immediately customize a treatment plan that is right for each and every individual patient. Patients can be assured that I will provide the most advanced spine surgical techniques available and that I will provide each patient with a comprehensive, compassionate, diagnosis specific customized treatment plan centered around their wellbeing and lifestyle.

Biography: Since graduating from Klein High School and the University of St Thomas (UST) in Houston, Dr. Peer completed both medical school and his residency in internal medicine at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) in Galveston. He then received his fellowship training in rheumatology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UTSW) in Dallas. He is certified in both rheumatology and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). Dr. Peer enjoys treating patients with all forms of arthritis and connective tissue disorders. He has a special interest in performing musculoskeletal ultrasound-guided injections to relieve pain and discomfort. He has also taught rheumatology to medical students as a volunteer preceptor and served as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at his alma mater, the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB). Dr. Peer is a fellow of the American of College of Rheumatology (ACR) and the American College of Physicians (ACP), along with being a member of the American Medical Association (AMA), Texas Medical Association (TMA) and Harris County Medical Society (HCMS). When not caring for patients, he enjoys spending time with his wife and son, reading, watching movies and playing tennis.

Biography: Dr. Shaikh Ali, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist who practices in Tomball, TX. He is 66 years old. Dr. Shaikh Ali, MD is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball and HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest.