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Dennis DeLeon is a passionate and devoted physical therapist assistant (PTA) at Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas, with multiple offices conveniently located in Rockwall, Wylie, Forney, and Terrell, Texas.

He was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. He relocated to Texas after serving in the United States Air Force (USAF or US Air Force). 

Dennis was stationed in Hawaii, North Dakota, Portugal, and Jordan. During his time in the military, Dennis discovered a passion for helping people and wanted to pursue a career that combined this desire to help people with his love for being active.

He received an Associate of Applied Science for Physical Therapist Assistant in 2021 and looks forward to utilizing all he has learned to provide the highest quality patient care.

When not in the clinic, Dennis enjoys lifting heavy weights, watching sports, exploring the great outdoors, and finding the best ramen shops in DFW (Dallas/Fort Worth).

Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas is a prestigious orthopaedics practice serving the community in and around Rockwall, Terrell, Wylie, Forney, and Royse City, Texas. Staffed with some of the most experienced and talented orthopaedic specialists in the United States, patients can feel confident that their care is in good hands. 

The practice staffs a robust team that boasts surgeons, physical therapists, physician assistants, massage therapists, and more. Each provider feels it is a unique opportunity and responsibility to provide excellent patient care. Their philosophy stands on being a team of healthcare professionals that provide efficient, reliable, and trustworthy orthopaedic care in a friendly atmosphere. 

Patients often seek out the expertise of the specialists at Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas for knee pain, foot and ankle pain, arthritis, and pain management. Depending on the reason for your visit, the team may recommend physical therapy, occupational therapy, sports rehabilitation, or a consultation with one of the team’s expert surgeons to ensure the best outcome for your treatment. 

The practice offers cutting-edge treatments and technology and serves all people’s orthopaedic needs through a shared decision-making process. Regardless of why a patient visits Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas, they can feel confident their care will mirror the practice’s core values: compassion, trust, integrity, evidence-based technique, and respect.

To learn more about the specialized offerings available at Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas, call the location nearest you today or request an appointment online today. 

Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas is a prestigious orthopaedics practice serving the community in and around Rockwall, Terrell, Wylie, Forney, and Royse City, Texas. Staffed with some of the most experienced and talented orthopaedic specialists in the United States, patients can feel confident that their care is in good hands. 

The practice staffs a robust team that boasts surgeons, physical therapists, physician assistants, massage therapists, and more. Each provider feels it is a unique opportunity and responsibility to provide excellent patient care. Their philosophy stands on being a team of healthcare professionals that provide efficient, reliable, and trustworthy orthopaedic care in a friendly atmosphere. 

Patients often seek out the expertise of the specialists at Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas for knee pain, foot and ankle pain, arthritis, and pain management. Depending on the reason for your visit, the team may recommend physical therapy, occupational therapy, sports rehabilitation, or a consultation with one of the team’s expert surgeons to ensure the best outcome for your treatment. 

The practice offers cutting-edge treatments and technology and serves all people’s orthopaedic needs through a shared decision-making process. Regardless of why a patient visits Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas, they can feel confident their care will mirror the practice’s core values: compassion, trust, integrity, evidence-based technique, and respect.

To learn more about the specialized offerings available at Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas, call the location nearest you today or request an appointment online today. 

Dennis DeLeon is a passionate and devoted physical therapist assistant (PTA) at Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas, with multiple offices conveniently located in Rockwall, Wylie, Forney, and Terrell, Texas.

He was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. He relocated to Texas after serving in the United States Air Force (USAF or US Air Force). 

Dennis was stationed in Hawaii, North Dakota, Portugal, and Jordan. During his time in the military, Dennis discovered a passion for helping people and wanted to pursue a career that combined this desire to help people with his love for being active.

He received an Associate of Applied Science for Physical Therapist Assistant in 2021 and looks forward to utilizing all he has learned to provide the highest quality patient care.

When not in the clinic, Dennis enjoys lifting heavy weights, watching sports, exploring the great outdoors, and finding the best ramen shops in DFW (Dallas/Fort Worth).

Umar Burney MD, MBA is the founding and managing partner at Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas. He is dual board-certified in general orthopaedics and sports medicine surgery.

Dr. Burney was born in Madison, Wisconsin. His parents were both in the teaching profession and taught the importance of learning and education. Living abroad during high school, he had the unique opportunity to graduate with a secondary education certification from the University of Cambridge in England.

He returned to the University of Wisconsin in Madison to complete his undergraduate degree in medical microbiology and immunology with a special interest in communicative diseases of the third world.

Dr. Burney attended Saint George's University School of Medicine in True Blue, Grenada, and joined the Iota Epsilon Alpha International Medical Honors Society his sophomore year. He then completed his internship and orthopaedic surgical residency at Louisiana State University Shreveport, where he received several awards for excellence in basic science research and anatomy.

After graduating from LSU, Dr. Burney completed a sports medicine and joint replacement fellowship under the tutelage of Dr. Leland Winston and Dr. Thomas Clanton at the McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas in Houston, Texas.

Dr. Burney has served on numerous committees throughout his career. His current roles include Joint Replacement Director and Vice Chair of the Board of Managers at Texas Health Surgery Center of Rockwall. His primary focus is sports medicine and joint replacement.

Dr. Burney is married to Nazlee, an elementary educator, and they share three children. He enjoys philanthropy, family time, traveling, running, and soccer in his spare time.

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS:

• Cardiovascular Nurse Practitioner
• Adult Nurse Practitioner

HOSPITALS:

• Medical City McKinney

EDUCATION:

• Graduate School, Master of Science in Adult Nurse Practitioner:  Texas Womens University, Dallas, TX
• Undergraduate, Bachelor of Science in Nursing:  Dallas Baptist Univeristy, Dallas, TX

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS:

• American Associate Nurse Practitioners (2013-present)
• North Texas Nurse Practitioners (2013-present)
• American Board of Cardiovascular

Fivestar Pulmonary Associates is a full-service pulmonary practice serving the communities of Allen, Mckinney, and Plano, Texas, and surrounding areas. The practice is thriving and has earned a reputation for excellence in the region.

Unrushed, compassionate care is a hallmark of the practice philosophy at Fivestar Pulmonary Associates. Each patient is treated as a valued member and receives personalized guidance and support throughout their time in treatment.

Outstanding diagnostic services include spirometry, diffusion capacity testing, and lung volume tests. Pulmonary function testing assists us in determining the source of symptoms and the extent of lung damage and shapes treatment planning.

When treatment is needed, each patient receives a customized plan tailored to their specific set of needs and goals. Whether it’s care for asthma, sleep apnea, shortness of breath, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), there are solutions that can improve your breathing function and quality of life. New services like Robotic Bronchoscopy coming soon.

Advanced technology guides all diagnostic and treatment services at Fivestar Pulmonary Associates. Team members attend ongoing education to learn how to make the most of this technology.

But we also understand that technology isn’t the only way to achieve favorable outcomes. Patients are counseled on how to make meaningful lifestyle improvements that can support breathing function. Smoking cessation programs are available, and patients can learn how to improve health by making positive changes to nutrition and activity levels.

Residents in and around Allen, Mckinney, and Plano, Texas, who are searching for unparalleled pulmonary care should come in to meet the team at Fivestar Pulmonary Associates. Visits can be scheduled online or over the phone, so don’t delay.

Dr Skinner, a life long resident of North Texas, graduated with honors from Abilene Christian University, with a bachelor’s degree in biology. He then attended the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas where he received his Doctor of Medicine degree. Following medical school, he completed a residency in Family Medicine from Texas Tech Health Science Center in Lubbock. Dr Skinner specializes in family medicine, and has experience in advanced wound care and hyperbaric medicine, emergent and urgent care, occupational medicine, and physical medicine and rehab, and esthetics. His goal is to help patients live happy, healthy, active lives at any age by promoting healthy lifestyles. Dr Skinner is married and has three sons. He enjoys spending time with his family, outdoor activities, and being involved with his local church community.

Dr. Tâm Cung's home has always been the DFW area since he was 4-years-old, when his parents immigrated to America as political refugees to escape communist Vietnam. Shortly after medical school, his father just retired from Dallas Police, suffered traumatic brain injury, and which pointed Dr. Cung towards Geriatric and palliative care; though at his core, he likes to see patients of all different ages.

Dr. Tâm Cung's home has always been the DFW area since he was 4-years-old, when his parents immigrated to America as political refugees to escape communist Vietnam. Shortly after medical school, his father just retired from Dallas Police, suffered traumatic brain injury, and which pointed Dr. Cung towards Geriatric and palliative care; though at his core, he likes to see patients of all different ages.

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS:

• Cardiovascular Nurse Practitioner
• Adult Nurse Practitioner

HOSPITALS:

• Medical City McKinney

EDUCATION:

• Graduate School, Master of Science in Adult Nurse Practitioner:  Texas Womens University, Dallas, TX
• Undergraduate, Bachelor of Science in Nursing:  Dallas Baptist Univeristy, Dallas, TX

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS:

• American Associate Nurse Practitioners (2013-present)
• North Texas Nurse Practitioners (2013-present)
• American Board of Cardiovascular

Janet Strait, FNP-BC, is a family nurse practitioner who specializes in occupational medicine and auto accident injuries at Liberty HealthCare. Janet enjoys working with patients in Grapevine, Mesquite, and Plano, Texas, and delivering them the thoughtful care they deserve. 

Janet has been working in the healthcare industry since 1973. She received both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in nursing from Texas Woman’s University. After graduating, she went on to teach nursing at Texas Christian University. She then completed her nurse practitioner program at The University of Texas at Arlington. 

At Liberty HealthCare, Janet is driven to provide exceptional care for her patients. With her warm and welcoming bedside manner, she offers patients the individualized attention they require to heal and recover well.

Janet has been caring for patients in Texas since 1996, and enjoys the experiences and relationships she has formed with the community. She welcomes all local residents to Liberty HealthCare for chiropractic care.