David B. Graybill, DO

Board-Certified Anesthesiologist

Over 30 years of Experience

Practices in the Arlington and Dallas locations

One of the most pleasant people you will ever meet, Dr. David Graybill is a Board-Certified Anesthesiologist at AOA who has been practicing interventional pain management for over 30 years.

Dr. Graybill received his Osteopathic Degree from Des Moines University in 1980 and completed his Anesthesia Residency at Dallas/Fort Worth Medical Center in 1982. His practice focuses on non-operative treatment of spine disorders, including epidural steroid injections, facet injections and radio frequency ablations to the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine.

Dr. Graybill is from Lamoni, Iowa. When he has free time outside of work, he enjoys Outdoor Sports and leisure activities such as relaxing on his back porch by the fire. When asked what his perfect day would be, Dr. Graybill replied, “In the middle of nowhere on an extreme hunt for dangerous game.”

Education & Training

1973-1977
Graceland University-Lamoni (Iowa)
Undergraduate: Bachelor of Science- Biology & Chemistry, Magna Cum Laude

1977-1980
Des Moines University (Des Moines, Iowa)
Graduate: Doctor of Osteopathy

1980-1981
Grand Prairie Community Hospital (Grand Prairie, Texas)
AOA Internship; Intern of the Year- 1980

1981- 1983
Dallas Fort Worth Medical Center (Grand Prairie, Texas)
Residency
AOA Anesthesia–Resident of the Year-1982

Elmer L. Kelso, DO – Resident Trainer

Married, 1978; Three grown children
Enjoy most outdoor sports and leisure activities

Employed by Arlington Orthopedic Associates, P.A. (multi-specialty orthopedic practice)

Self-employed as an Interventional Pain Anesthesiologist
North Texas Pain Recovery Center- Medical Director for Interdisciplinary Programs
- Work Hardening
- Chronic Pain Management

Baylor Scott and White Orthopedic and Spine Hospital at Arlington – Active Privileges
USMD Arlington – Active Privileges

Texas Medical Board, 1981
American Osteopathic Board of Anesthesiology, Certification of Anesthesiology, 1994
Diplomat of American Academy of Pain Management (2000)

Presentations:

“History of Pharmacologic Agents in Anesthesia”, San Antonio, Texas (1982), MOSA
“Axillary Approach to Brachial Plexus Block” (1982) AOCA
“Stadol Usage in Anesthesia”, Dallas, Texas (1986)
“Anesthetic Considerations in Geriatric Outpatient Surgery”, Chicago, Illinois (1996), AOCA
“IV Sedation for Non-Anesthesiologist”, Dallas, Texas (2001), Dallas Southwest Medical Center

Publications:

“Propofol Usage in Anesthesia: Clinical Experience FA & Stuart Pharmaceuticals-Phase IV Study; Anesthesia and Analgesia”, Volume 77, No. 45, October 1993

Staff Anesthesiologist – DFW Medical Center (1983-2000), Grand Prairie, Texas
– Department of Anesthesia Chairman (1987-1990, 1993-1994, 1996-1998)
– Co-Chief of Staff (1991)
– Chief of Staff (1992)
– Past Chief of Staff (1993)
– Member, Board of Trustees – DFW Medical Center (1993, 1995), Fort Worth, Texas
Staff Anesthesiologist – Vencor Hospital (1993-1999), Fort Worth, Texas
Staff Anesthesiologist – Medical Village Surgical (1992-Present), Grand Prairie, Texas
Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Pharmacy – UNTHSC (1994-1997), Fort Worth, Texas
Staff Anesthesiologist – Dallas Southwest Hospital (2000-2003), Dallas, Texas
Peer Review Chairman – Medical Staff
Medical Director – North Texas Pain Recovery (1997-Present)
Staff Anesthesiologist – Osteopathic Medical Center of Texas, Medical Staff (2000-2003)

Pfizer Inc. Pharmaceutical Company: Lyrica Advisory Board (2013)

American Osteopathic Association
American Academy of Pain Management (1998-Present)
Community of Christ Church Medical-Dental Association
Texas Osteopathic Medical Association (2003-Present)
Texas Pain Society (2010-Present)
Texas Medical Association (2015-Present)

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Todd Daniels, MD

Board-certified Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician

Over 20 years of Experience

Practices in the Arlington and Mansfield Locations

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Originally from Keller, Dr. M. Todd Daniels is a board-certified Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician, specializing in musculoskeletal medicine and electro-diagnostics. Dr. Daniels received his Doctor of Medicine and internship in internal medicine at the University of Texas at Houston in 1998 and 1999. In the same year, he also started his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Baylor University Medical Center at Dallas, which he completed in 2002.

Although Dr. Daniels had a childhood ambition of becoming an FBI agent, he thoroughly enjoys what he does for a living now and takes pride in the care he provides to his patients.

Dr. Daniels is a father of two. He maintains an active lifestyle through running, hunting, and fishing. When it comes to healthy snacking, his go-to food is hummus.

Education & Training

1993
Angelo State University (San Angelo, Texas)
B.S.

1998
Medical School: University of Texas at Houston (Houston, Texas)

1999
Internship: University of Texas at Houston (Houston, Texas)

1999
Residency: Baylor University Medical Center at Dallas (Dallas, Texas)

2003-Present
Board Certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Texas

Health Texas Physician Network/Baylor University Medical Center (2002-2004)
AOA Orthopedic Specialists (2004-present)

Baylor Scott and White Orthopedic and Spine Hospital at Arlington – Active Privileges
Arlington Memorial Hospital – Consulting
HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Arlington – Active Privileges

Medical Director of Rehabilitation – Kindred Hospital at Arlington, HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital at Arlington (2013-2018)
Resident Educator – Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation department of Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas
Associations – American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Physiatric Association of Spine, Sports & Occupational Rehabilitation, American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine, American Medical Association, Texas Medical Association
Current Societies – Tarrant County Medical Society, International Spinal Injection Society, North American Spine Society
Team Physician for Oakridge High School

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John A. Drkulec, MD

Provides sports medicine and orthopedic care

Over 20 years of Experience

Practices in the Mansfield and Midlothian locations

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Since 2003, Dr. John Drkulec has consistently provided top-tier sports medicine and orthopedic care to the Mansfield, Grand Prairie, and Midlothian area. In 2007, he spearheaded AOA’s Mansfield location development, serving as the Head of the Orthopedic Surgery division at Mansfield Methodist Medical Center from 2007 until 2018. A fixture on the sidelines of area football games, he has also served as one of the main Sports Medicine Providers for MISD athletes and their families since 2007.

His portfolio of high-profile sports team physicianships continually expands. In 2019, Dr. Drkulec’s reputation landed him as the team physician and lead surgeon for the XFL’s Dallas Renegades. Additionally, Dr. Drkulec stays actively involved with the University of Texas in Arlington Mavericks Basketball, Baseball, Softball, Volleyball, and Track teams. Previously having served as the medical staple of the Grand Prairie Air Hogs Minor League team as well as both Men and Women’s Big 12 Basketball Tournaments.Dr. Drkulec works tirelessly as a patient advocate – serving on the Board of Directors of AOA since 2016 and most recently elected the Medical Director of the Baylor Scott & White Orthopedic and Spine Hospital of Arlington.

In his free time, Dr. Drkulec finds a way to bring his medical and sports backgrounds to work for the community; coaching local youth soccer, basketball, and hockey teams.

Education & Training

1988 – 1990
University of Windsor, Windsor, Ontario, Canada, Dept. of Biology
Pre – Medical

1990 – 1994
University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Degree of Medicine
Medical

1994 – 1999
University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Orthopedic Surgery Residency (June 1999)
Residency
Program Director: Dr. Jay Jarvis

Fellowship: University of Western Ontario, Fowler / Kennedy Sports Medicine Clinic, London, Ontario, Canada. Fellowship in Sports Medicine & Arthroscopy. Program Director: Dr. Peter J. Fowler

1992. United States Medical Licensing Examination, Part I
1994. United States Medical Licensing Examination, Part II
1994. Licensure of the Medical Council of Canada, Part I
1996. Licensure of the Medical Council of Canada, Part II
1999. United States Medical Licensing Examination, Part III
1999. Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons, Orthopedic Surgery
2000. Certificate of Sports Medicine, Canada (CASM)
2002. American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons, Part I
2005. American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons, Part II

March 2002 – Present. Methodist Health System (Dallas). 1441 N. Beckley Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75203-1201. Active
July 2002 – Present. Duncanville Surgery Center. 1018 E. Wheatland Road, Duncanville, Texas 75116
February 2005 – Present. Medical Center of Arlington. 3301 Matlock Road, Arlington, Texas 76015. Active
October 2005 – Renaissance Hospital. 2929 South Hampton Road, Dallas, Texas 75224. Temporary
February 7, 2007 – Present. Surgery Center of Arlington. 2400 Matlock Road, Arlington, Texas 76015
February 2, 2010 – Baylor Orthopedic and Spine Hospital at Arlington. 707 Highlander Blvd., Arlington, TX 76015
Methodist Mansfield Medical Center. 2700 E Broad St, Mansfield, Texas 76063

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
American Medical Association
Texas Medical Association
Texas Orthopedic Association

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Adam Crawford, MD

Specializes in total joint arthroplasty, cartilage restoration techniques

Over 10 years of Experience

Practices at the Arlington, Irving and Mansfield locations

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Originally from Houston, Dr. Adam Crawford specializes in total joint arthroplasty, cartilage restoration techniques, and all types of fracture care (with a unique sub-specialty interest in foot and ankle surgery.)

He received his Medical Doctorate from the University of Texas Health Science Center in May of 2007, his Residency at the University of Missouri – Columbia in 2012, and his fellowship in Foot and Ankle Surgery in 2013 at the world-renown Texas Medical Center in Houston, TX.

Between his busy schedule of work and spending time with his family, including his wonderful wife Christina and his 3 children Cameron, Joel and Jonah, Dr. Crawford is an accomplished photographer and has parts of his collection displayed prominently in our AOA Irving Clinic. He participates in a multitude of activities such as hiking, swimming, running, and watching his favorite football team, the Dallas Cowboys.

When asked what his perfect day would consist of, Dr. Crawford replied simply, “Hanging out at home with my family, going to the park with my kids, or smoking a brisket and watching the Cowboys win.”

Education & Training

May 2007
University of Texas Health Science Center – Houston
Medical Doctorate

May 2003
Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Science in Biology Suma Cum Laude

July 2013 | Foundation for Orthopaedic, Athletic and Reconstructive Research | Fellowship in Foot and Ankle Surgery
June 2012 | University of Missouri – Columbia | Orthopaedic Surgery Residency

Membership American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society 2010-Present
Membership Missouri State Orthopaedic Association 2009-Present
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery 2012
Enneking Tumor Course 2010
Foot and Ankle Review Course 2010
Hip and Knee Society Meeting 2009

Barry J. Gainor Resident Award for Education 2012
Tri Beta National Biology Honor Society 2003
Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society 2003
Golden Key National Honor Society 2003

Clinical research: High tension wounds with pie crusting
- Accepted for poster presentation OTA, 2012
- Presented William C. Allen Research Conference, 2010-Present
Clinical research: Trauma patients and the prevalence of psychiatric diagnoses, 2012- Present

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Jeffrey Carter, DO

Board-certified in Orthopedic Surgery

Over 20 years of Experience

Practices at the Arlington Location

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Originally from Eastern Nevada, Dr. Jeffrey Carter is board-certified in Orthopedic Surgery. He graduated from Medical School at Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kirksville, MO in 1980. Dr. Carter completed his internship in St. Louis in 1981 and later his residency at Brentwood Hospital (Warrensville Heights, Ohio.)

Dr. Carter served in the United States Armed Forces as a General Medicine Officer at Yuma Proving Ground in Arizona and Fort Benning, Georgia and as an Emergency Room Physician at Martin Army Community Hospital. Dr. Carter currently treats various conditions ranging from fractures, dislocations, derangement, and sprains. He has been practicing for over 20 years and offices exclusively at our Arlington location.

Outside of work, Dr. Carter maintains a healthy and active lifestyle by playing golf and running. He enjoys being an orthopedic surgeon and takes pride in the care he provides his patients, but he also takes pride in his family when he’s home.

Education & Training

1971-1976
University of Missouri, Rolla Missouri
B.S. Metallurgical Engineering

1976-1980
Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, Kirksville, Missouri
DO

Internship: Normandy Osteopathic Hospital, St. Louis, Missouri 1980-1981
Resident: Orthopedic Surgery, Brentwood Hospital, Warrensville Heights, Ohio

Texas State Medical Board
Ohio State Medical Board
Board Certified, Orthopedic Surgery 9/95
Recertified 2016

Yuma Proving Ground, Yuma, Arizona, General Medicine Officer, 2 Physician Clinic Occupational Health Physician 1981- 1982
Martin Army Community Hospital, Emergency Room Physician
Ft. Benning Georgia, General Medical Officer

American Osteopathic Association
American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics
Texas Medical Association
Tarrant County Medical Association

Arlington Orthopedic Associates, P.A. 1996-Present
Private Practice: Grand Prairie & Arlington, Texas 1987-1996

Baylor Orthopedic and Spine Hospital of Arlington – Active
Medical Center of Arlington – Active
Mansfield Methodist Hospital – Active
Texas Health Resources of Arlington

KCOM: Atlas Club/v. Pres.1976-1980, Bachelor’s Club 1977-1980, Student Campus Center Committee Chairman 1979
University of Missouri: Football / 4 year letterman 1971-1975, Track / 2 years 1971-1972, Golf / 1 year 1973, Theta Tau Professional Engineering society 1972-1976, Alpha Phi Omega 1971-1974, Blue Key National Honor Society 1973-1976, St. Patrick’s Day Knight 1976

Natural History of Lymphosarcoma of Bone, A Case Report 1984
Percutaneous Medial Malleolar Fixation 1985
Infected, Exposed Metallic Internal Fixation; What to do? 1986
Antibiotic-Impregnated Bone Cement Bed; A Clinical Trial 1987

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James W. Burnett, MD

Board-certified in Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine

Over 20 years of Experience

Practices at the Arlington Location

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Originating from Lodi, California, Dr. James Burnett now specializes in Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine at AOA Orthopedic Specialists and sits as the current Board President of the Organization.

Dr. Burnett completed Medical School in 1996 at Tulane Medical University (New Orleans), his Residency at Texas A&M University Scott & White Hospital (Temple, TX) in 2001, before serving our country as an Orthopaedic Surgeon in the United States Navy until 2004.

Dr. Burnett sees patients at the AOA Arlington location and has been frequently featured as a “Top Doc” in Tarrant County for exemplary surgical and patient care. As a board-certified Sports Medicine surgeon, Dr. Burnett is multi-accomplished surgeon and is currently affiliated with Baylor, Scott, and White Orthopedic and Spine Hospital at Arlington. In addition to speaking English, he also speaks Spanish.

Outside of his busy work life, Dr. Burnett enjoys relaxing at home, lifting weights, cross-training, going on vacation, and supporting his favorite football team, the Pittsburg Steelers.

Education & Training

1988-1992
University of California (Davis, CA)
Bachelor of Science – Biological Science

1992- 1996
Tulane Medical University (New Orleans, LA)
Doctor of Medicine

1996-1997
Texas A&M University, Scott & White Hospital (Temple, TX)
Orthopaedic Surgery Internship

1997-2001
Texas A&M University, Scott & White Hospital (Temple, TX)
Orthopaedic Surgery Residency

AOA Orthopedic Specialists (Arlington, TX) July 2004 – Present
U.S. Navy, Staff Orthopaedic Surgeon, U.S. Naval Hospital (Yokosuka, Japan) U.S. Naval Hospital (Bremerton, WA) July 2001-2004

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (July 2003)
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery – Orthopaedic Sports Medicine – (November 9, 2007)
Texas Medical License (August 1997)

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Texas State Medical Society
American Medical Association
Tarrant County Medical Association
Mensa

Baylor Scott & White Orthopedic and Spine Hospital at Arlington – Active Privileges

Oakridge School – Team Physician (2005-2015)
Timberview High School – Team Physician (2004-2005)

GW Brindley Foundation Resident Research Award (2001)
Caldwell Society Award: Excellence in Study of Orthopaedics (Tulane)
Alpha Omega Alpha Society (eligible 1996)

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Clinton Bell, MD

Board-certified in Orthopedic Surgery

20 years of experience

Practices in the Dallas and Midlothian locations

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Dr. Clint Bell joined AOA Orthopedic Specialists in 2019 and continues his service in the Dallas/Fort Worth region. Following his orthopedic training, his practice began in 2004 as a partner of Southwest Orthopedics and Sports Medicine providing care to patients in the DFW Metroplex and southern surrounding areas.

After earning his medical degree and graduating with honors from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, he completed a five-year Orthopedic Residency at the same institution and a year Fellowship in Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas.

Dr. Bell is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons and is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He is recognized by his physician peers by consistently being selected as one of D Magazine’s Best Doctors in Dallas. With his pleasant persona, Dr. Bell is beloved by his patients and is actively involved in the community, providing team support and orthopedic care to several schools in the local area.

Possessing a wide breadth of orthopedic knowledge, Dr. Bell’s general orthopedic practice includes the treatment of many musculoskeletal conditions by means of surgical management as well as office-based care. Special interests include sports-related injuries and arthroscopy, knee and hip replacement surgery, musculoskeletal trauma and fracture care, and treatment of common problems including rotator cuff tears, tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and others.

Dr. Bell is a native Texan and lives in Midlothian, TX, among the patients that AOA Orthopedic Specialists serves. He is a proud husband and father of 3 children that continue to keep his schedule outside of work filled and entertaining.

Education & Training

2000-2004
University of Texas Medical Branch (Galveston, TX)
Residency, Department of Orthopedic Surgery

1999-2000
University of Texas Medical Branch (Galveston, TX)
Internship, Department of General Surgery

1998-1999
Baylor Medical Center (Dallas, TX)
Fellowship in Sports Medicine Arthroscopy:

1994-1998
University of Texas Medical Branch (Galveston, TX)
Doctor of Medicine
Honors, Top 10% of Class.

1989-1993
Stephen F. Austin State University (Nacogdoches, TX)
B.S., Biology/Chemistry

Maintenance of Certification, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 1/1/2016
State Licensure, Texas Medical Board, since 1998

Board Certification, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 7/28/2006

Diplomate, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, since 2006
Active Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, since 2006
Candidate Member, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 2004-2006
Resident Member, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 1999-2004
Voted by peers, D Magazine Best Doctors in Dallas, 2017 & 2018
Voted by peers, Charlton Methodist Outstanding Surgeon, 2018
Healthgrades Recognized Designation and Honor Roll, current
United Healthcare Premium Designation for quality and cost effective care, current Clinical Faculty Instructor, Methodist Family Medicine Residency Program, since 2004
Orthopedic In-Training Exam, highest overall percentile, UTMB, 2004
Orthopedic In-Training Exam, top 15% nationally, 1999-2003
AAOS Resident liaison Group, 2002-2004
Representative to AOA Resident leadership Forum, 2002
Alpha Omega Alpha, National Medical Honor Society, 1997
Dean’s list, each semester while attending UTMB, 1994-1998
Alpha Chi, National Honor Scholarship Society, SFASU, 1992

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Texas Medical Association
Dallas County Medical Society

Stryker Makoplasty Robotic Assisted Knee Replacement, Dallas, TX, 2016
Stryker Makoplasty Robotic Assisted Knee Replacement, Dallas, TX, 2016
AAOS Maintenance of Certification Course, Boston, MA, 2014
MedActa Anterior Minimally Invasive Surgery Hip Replacement, Dallas, TX, 2014
Biomet Oxford Advanced Partial Knee Replacement, Miami, FL, 2013
Tornier Shoulder Arthroplasty, Houston, TX, 2008
Carticel: Autologous Chondrocyte Replacement, Galveston, TX, 2002
MicroAire Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release System, Galveston, TX, 2002
Enneking Musculoskeletal Tumor Course, Jacksonvi lle, FL, 2002
Orthopedic Trauma Association Basic Fracture Course, Scotsdale, AZ, 2000

General Adult and Pediatric Orthopedics
Sports Medicine and Arthroscopic Surgery of the Knee and Shoulder
Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery
Orthopedic Trauma and Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Surgery
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
Foot and Ankle Surgery
Sports Medicine Team Physician for local School Programs

Baylor Scott & White Orthopedic and Spine Hospital at Arlington – Active Privileges
Methodist Health System– Active Privileges
Pine Creek Medical Center – Active Privileges

AOA Orthopedic Specialists, P.A., Dallas, TX 2019-Present
Southwest Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, P.A., Dallas, TX, 2004-2019
Orthopedic surgical resident, UTMB, Galveston, TX, 1999-2004
Emergency room moonlighting physician, UTMB, Galveston, TX, 2000-2003
Orthopedic fellow, BUMC, Dallas, TX, 1998-1999
Surgical orderly, Harris Methodist Hospital, Bedford, TX, 1993-1994
Academic assistant and tutor, SFA State University, Nacogdoches, TX, 1991-1993
Head lifeguard and pool manager, Crown Colony Country Club, Lufkin, TX, 1986-1992

Bell, C.: Advanced treatment of orthopedic knee conditions. Methodist Patient Centered ACO Online Learning Collaborative Presentation, Dallas, TX, 2017.
Bell, C.: Recent advances in orthopedic surgery. Presented at Methodist Medical Staff Meeting CME Program, Dallas, TX, 2011.
Bell, C.: Shoulder injuries and the adult athlete. Presented at Methodist Hospitals of Dallas Health Happenings Seminar, Dallas, TX, 2005.
Bell, C. and Carmichael, K.: Volar perilunate trans-scaphoid fracture-dislocation in a skeletally immature patient. Orthopedics, 2005;28(1):69-70.
Bell, C. and Ca lhoun, J.: Proximal extent of the tibiotalar joint capsular reflection: ananatomic study in cadavera. Presented at Eggers Society Meeting, Galveston, TX, 2004.
Bell, C.: Clinically relevant pelvic and hip anatomy and surgical exposures. Presented at University of Texas Medical Branch Orthopedic Grand Rounds, Galveston, TX, 2003.
Bell, C.: Volar perilunate trans-scaphoid fracture-dislocation in a skeletally immature patient. Presented at Texas Orthopedic Association Annual Meeting, Austin, TX, 2003.
Bell, C.: Motor milestones delays in children with spondyloepiphyseal dysplasia congenital. Presented at University of Texas Medical Branch Orthopedic Research Symposium, Galveston, TX, 2002.
Bell, C., Trevino, S. and Buford, W.: Comparison of three cortex versus four cortex screw fixation of the distal t ibiofibular syndesmosis. Galveston Ortho J, 2001;3:42-45.
Bell, C. and Jackson, R.: What’s new in orthopedic surgery? A review of major breakthroughs and advances in orthopedics. BUMC Proceedings, 1999;12:121-125.
Bell, C., Koeter, S. and Jackson, R.: Fabellar pain after total knee arthroplasty. Am J Knee Surg, 1999;12(3):172-174.
Jackson, R. and Bell, C.: Nonthermal tissue welding of avascular meniscal tears using photodynamic dye and laser. Research at Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas, TX, 1999.

Husband and father of 3 children
Hobbies include: music, sports/outdoor activities, woodworking and computer tech.
Native Texan

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Cameron T. Atkinson, MD

Specializes in hand, wrist, and upper extremities

National Football Foundation/College Football Hall of Fame National Scholar Athlete

Practices at the Arlington, Irving and Mansfield locations

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Originally from West Deptford, New Jersey; Dr. Cameron Atkinson specializes in hand, wrist, and upper extremities. After graduating from Princeton University in June of 2003, he received his Doctor of Medicine at Vanderbilt School of Medicine in May of 2008. Dr. Atkinson completed his Orthopedic Residency at Vanderbilt Department of Orthopaedics in June of 2013 and Fellowship at the Philadelphia Hand Center at Thomas Jefferson University in July of 2014.

In addition to his medical accomplishments, Dr. Atkinson is also a multi-talented athlete. As a running back for Princeton University, he excelled both on and off the field. His love of sports transitions into a lifelong passion for strength and weight training. As a proud family man, Dr. Atkinson loves retelling patients the story his favorite memory – when he asked his wife to marry him. In his free time, he enjoys sitting in his office reading historical biographies and watching his favorite television show, the medical comedy, Scrubs.

When asked about his perfect day, Dr. Atkinson envisioned, “I would be at the beach with my wife and kids.”

Education & Training

September 1999 − June 2003
Princeton University, Princeton, NJ
Bachelor of Arts, Chemistry, cum laude
Thesis: “Development and Application of a Fluorometric Assay for Prodomain-CARD Interaction.”

August 2004 − May 2008
Vanderbilt School of Medicine, Vanderbilt University
Doctor of Medicine

July 2008 − June 2013
Vanderbilt Department of Orthopaedics, Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Resident Physician

August 2013 – July 2014
The Philadelphia Hand Center at Thomas Jefferson University
Hand Fellow

State of Texas Issued 6/27/2014

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Certificate in General Orthopedics July 2016

June 2008 – Sept 2014
Division of Musculoskeletal Oncology, Vanderbilt Orthopaedics Principal Investigator, Closed Suction Drainage after Resection of Upper and Lower Extremity Sarcomas: A Randomized Control Trial Principal investigator in prospective randomized trial comparing closed suction drainage with no drainage in the treatment of soft-tissue sarcomas. Manuscript ultimately rejected by Journal of Surgical Oncology.

June 2005 − August 2005
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine Student in Vanderbilt Emphasis Program Performed a systematic review of the literature to answer the question “are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs effective in reducing pain and time lost to injury in acute ankle sprain?”

July 2003- August 2004
Vanderbilt Sports Medicine Research Assistant Designed tracking database and coordinated follow-up for patients involved in the Multicenter Orthopedic Outcomes Network’s (MOON) prospective R01-funded study of outcomes two years after ACL reconstruction.

June 2011
Best Consultant Award Awarded annually to the best house staff consultant to the Emergency Department at Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Fall 2003
National Football Foundation/College Football Hall of Fame National Scholar Athlete Selected as one of 14 finalists for the Draddy Trophy, the academic Heisman given to the top scholar athlete in college football across all divisions.

Spring 2002
2001 CoSIDA 2nd Team Academic All-American Running Back, Princeton Football

Atkinson CT, Watson J. Lunotriquetral ligament tears. J Hand Surg Am. 2012 Oct;37(10):2142-4. doi: 10.1016/j. jhsa.2012.04.007.

Crosby SN, Snoddy MC, Atkinson CT, Lee DH, Weikert DR. Upper extremity myonecrosis caused by Edwardsiella tarda resulting in transhumeral amputation: case report. J Hand Surg Am. 2013 Jan;38(1):129-32. doi: 10.1016/j. jhsa.2012.10.009. Epub 2012 Nov 30.

To P, Atkinson CT, Lee DH, Pappas ND. The most cited articles in hand surgery over the past 20-plus years: a modern-day reading list. J Hand Surg Am. 2013 May;38(5):983-7.

Atkinson CT, Pappas ND, Lee DH. Irreducible posterolateral elbow dislocation. Am J Orthop (Belle Mead NJ). 2014 Feb;43(2):E34-6.

Atkinson CT, Budoff JE, Zelouf DS. Osteotomy of the Radius for Treatment of Kienböck Disease. In Operative Techniques in Orthopaedic Surgery 2nd Edition. Hunt TR and Kozin SH, section eds. Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins. Philadelphia. In Press

Atkinson CT, Streubel PN, Watson J. Distal Radius Fractures. In Orthopedic Traumatology: An Evidence-Based Approach. eds. Sethi MK, Jahangir AA, Obremskey WT, Springer, New York, NY, 2012. Atkinson CT, Lee DH. Proximal Phalanx Fractures. In Fractures and Dislocations of the Hand and Fingers. ed. Seitz WH. American Society for Surgery of the Hand, Chicago, IL, 2013.

September 2005 – May 2006

Tutor Coordinator and Tutor to Medical Students Coordinated activities and meetings between __ tutors and first-year medical students while tutoring several students in Gross Anatomy and Physiology

September 2005 – May 2006
Tutor Coordinator and Tutor to Medical Students Coordinated activities and meetings between __ tutors and first-year medical students while tutoring several students in Gross Anatomy and Physiology

American Society for Surgery of the Hand, Member, 2005 – 2008
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, Fellow, 2017 – Present
Tarrant County Medical Association, 2014 – Present

Tennessee Donor Services Volunteer Speaker, January 2006 – June 2013

Speaking in a variety of venues about my personal experiences as a living organ donor and promoting organ and tissue donation.

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Chris Hopkins, MD

Specializes in Hand, Wrist, and Upper Extremities

Scored in the ninety-seventh percentile on the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS) Part 1 Examination

Practices in the Arlington and Mansfield locations

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Originally from Marble Falls, Texas; Dr. Christopher Hopkins specializes in Hand, Wrist, and Upper Extremities.

After graduating from The University of Texas at Austin in June of 2008, he then received his Doctor of Medicine at University of Texas Medical Branch in May of 2012, Orthopedic Residency at The Campbell Clinic (Memphis, Tennessee) in June of 2017 and Fellowship at Tufts Medical Center and New England Baptist Hospital in July of 2017.

In addition to his medical accomplishments, Dr. Hopkins is also an avid runner and enjoys participating in marathons. He is looking forward to a wedding in Fort Worth this Fall. In his free time, he enjoys traveling with his fiancé, reading, weight training and playing tennis. When asked about his perfect day, Dr. Hopkins replied, “Going for a long run in the morning and hanging out at the lake with my fiancé and family.”

Education

08/2017-07/18
Tufts Combined Hand Surgery Fellowship, Boston, MA
Fellow and Clinical Instructor

07/2012-06/17
University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
Alpha Omega Alpha
Doctor of Medicine

09/2003-06/08
University of Texas at Austin McCombs School of Business, Austin, Texas
Masters in Professional Accounting, High Honors

09/2003-06/08
University of Texas at Austin McCombs School of Business, Austin, Texas
Bachelor of Business Administration

State of Virginia Medical License #0101257919

State of Massachusetts Medical License #270077

Hopkins CM, Throckmorton TW, Azar FM. Scapular Notching in Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty. [Manuscript accepted for publication by Techniques in Shoulder and Elbow Surgery].

Hopkins CM, Throckmorton TW, Azar FM, Miller RH, Mulligan RM, Hollins AM. Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging are similarly reliable in the Assessment of Glenohumeral Arthritis and Glenoid Version. [Manuscript submitted].

Hopkins CM, Calandruccio JH, Mauck BM, Azar FA. Controversies in Fractures of the Proximal Ulna. Controversies in Fracture Care. Orthopedic Clinics, Volume 48, Issue 1.

Kutsikovich JI, Hopkins CM, Gannon EW, Beaty JH, Sawyer JR, Spence DD, Kelly DM. Factors that Predict Instability in Pediatric Diaphyseal Both Bone Forearm Fractures. [Manuscript accepted for publication by Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics-B].

Kutsikovich JI, Hopkins CM, Gannon EW, Beaty JH, Sawyer JR, Spence DD, Kelly DM. Factors that Predict Instability in Pediatric Diaphyseal Both Bone Forearm Fractures. [IRB approval obtained. Abstract submitted].

Hopkins CM, Kimball HL, Outcomes of Minimally Invasive Plate Osteosynthesis for Distal Radius Fractures. Podium presentation at New England Hand Society, Sturbridge, Massachusetts December 2017.

Sawyer JR, Hopkins CM, Kutsikovich JI, Kelly DM. Do all Pediatric Both-Bone Forearm Fractures Require Immediate Reduction in the Emergency Room? Abstract presented at POSNA Annual Meeting, Indianapolis, Indiana April 2016.

Kutsikovich JI, Hopkins CM, Gannon EW, Beaty JH, Sawyer JR, Spence DD, Kelly DM. Factors that Predict Instability in Pediatric Diaphyseal Both Bone Forearm Fractures. Abstract presented at POSNA Annual Meeting, Indianapolis, Indiana April 2016.

Hopkins CM, Throckmorton TW, Azar FM, Miller RH, Mulligan RM, Hollins AM. Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging are Similarly Reliable in the Assessment of Glenohumeral Arthritis and Glenoid Version. Podium presentation at the Mid-American Orthopaedic Association Annual Meeting, Bonita Springs, Florida, April 2016.

Hopkins CM, Throckmorton TW, Azar FM. Scapular Notching in Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty. Podium presentation at the Mid-American Orthopaedic Association Annual Meeting, Bonita Springs, Florida, April 2016.

Hopkins CM, Throckmorton TW, Azar FM, Miller RH, Mulligan RM, Hollins AM. Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging are Similarly Reliable in the Assessment of Glenohumeral Arthritis and Glenoid Version. Poster presentation at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons’ 2015 Annual Meeting, Orlando, Florida, March 2016.

Kutsikovich JI, Hopkins CM, Gannon EW, Beaty JH, Sawyer JR, Spence DD, Kelly DM. Factors that Predict Instability in Pediatric Diaphyseal Both Bone Forearm Fractures. Podium Presentation at Orthopaedic Trauma Association Annual Meeting, San Diego, California, October 2015

Hopkins CM, Throckmorton TW, Azar FM. Scapular Notching in Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty. Poster presentation at the Tennessee Orthopaedic Society Annual Meeting, Nashville, Tennessee, September 2015

Kutsikovich JI, Hopkins CM, Gannon EW, Beaty JH, Sawyer JR, Spence DD, Kelly DM. Factors that Predict Instability in Pediatric Diaphyseal Both Bone Forearm Fractures. Poster at ASSH Annual Meeting, Seattle, Washington, September 2015

Kutsikovich JI, Hopkins CM, Gannon EW, Beaty JH, Sawyer JR, Spence DD, Kelly DM. Factors that Predict Instability in Pediatric Diaphyseal Both Bone Forearm Fractures. Ingram Memorial Lecture Series, Memphis, Tennessee, May 2015

Hopkins CM, Perez EA. Case Presentation: Management of Large Segmental Defect in Femur Fractures. Presentation at Foundation for Orthopaedic Trauma 6^th Annual Meeting, Las Vegas, Nevada, February 2015.

Scored in the ninety-seventh percentile on the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS) Part 1 Examination

Runner-up best Pediatric podium presentation at OTA 2015

University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine Golden Apple Award 2015

Awarded for excellence in medical student education

Foundation for Orthopaedic Trauma 6^th Annual Meeting Scholarship Recipient 2015

Adrian E. Flatt Residents and Fellows Conference Scholarship Recipient 2015

Campbell Clinic Program Director’s Award, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017.

Awarded for excellence on the Orthopaedic In-Training Exam

Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society

UTMB College of Medicine Chapter, 2012

Boston Cares 2017

Chief Resident (elected position) 2016-17

Big Sib Program at UTMB Galveston 2010-2012

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Mid South 2012

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

American Society for Surgery of the Hand

American Association for Hand Surgery

New England Hand Society

Massachusetts Medical Society

AO Trauma

Tennessee Orthopaedic Society

Alpha Omega Alpha

Mid-America Orthopaedic Association

New England Hand Society Annual Meeting

Sturbridge, Massachusetts, December 2017

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting

San Diego, California, March 2017

American Society for Surgery of the Hand Annual Meeting

Austin, Texas, September 2016

Orthopaedic Trauma Association Annual Meeting

San Diego, California, October 2015

Tennessee Orthoapedic Society Annual Meeting

Nashville, Tennessee, September 2015

American Society for Surgery of the Hand Annual Meeting

Seattle, Washington, September 2015

AO Trauma Advanced Course

Seattle, Washington, August 2015

Vanderbilt Hand and Upper Extremity Conference

Nashville, Tennessee April 2015

Foundation for Orthopaedic Trauma Annual Meeting

Scholarship Recipient
Las Vegas, Nevada, February 2015

Arthroscopy Association of North America Resident Course

Rosemont, Illinois, December 2014

AO Trauma Fundamentals Course

Marco Island, Florida, June 2014

Running

Completed St. Jude Marathon 2016
Completed Nashville Rock’n’ Roll Marathon 2012
Member of Memphis Runners Track Club 2012-present
2^nd Place Finisher at Move it Memphis 10k 2014
2^nd place Finisher at Homerun for Habitat 5k 2014
2^nd place Finisher Memphis Jewish Community Center 5k 2013

Other interests

Tennis, basketball, reading, traveling.

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Jesus Rey II, MD

Jesus Rey, II MD

Treats elbow, shoulder, and knee disorders

Board-Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons

Practices in the Arlington and Dallas locations

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Dr. Jesus Rey joined Southwest Orthopedics in 2009 and his interests include disorders of the elbow, shoulder, and knee. He performs arthroscopic surgery, reconstructive (ligament reconstruction and instability) surgery, as well as arthroplasty (joint replacement). He also specializes in complex extremity fracture care as a Traumatologist.

Dr. Rey is Board-Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons. He earned his Medical Degree from the Cordoba Catholic University (Argentina). He then completed his General Surgery Internship followed by Orthopedic Residency at Brown University School of Medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. In Postgraduate training; Dr. Rey was awarded a prestigious fellowship in Orthopaedic Trauma at Brown University School of Medicine, where he acted as Teaching Fellow and Clinical Instructor for orthopaedic surgery residents. He participated in the care of the Brown Bears Football and Lacrosse players as well as the AHL Providence Bruins. After completion of this postgraduate training he was accepted at the prestigious WB Carrell Memorial Clinic, one of the 24 ASES-accredited Fellowship training of board-eligible orthopaedic surgeons in the subspecialty of shoulder and elbow surgery in the USA, where he was trained in the most complex shoulder and elbow reconstruction techniques.

Dr. Rey has published scientific papers, book chapters, and lectured on orthopedic disorders and problems ranging from shoulder replacement, fractures, to tendon repair and instability. Dr. Rey believes very strongly in the importance of an open and honest patient-physician relationship and feels that knowledgeable patients make the best decisions about their own treatment. Dr. Rey feels it is his responsibility to make sure patients are well informed about their conditions and the multiple choices of treatment available. Dr. Rey is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, as well as member of both the Texas Medical Association and Dallas County Medical Society. Dr. Rey is married with two sons and one daughter and enjoys swimming, golf and hiking.

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