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Dr. Younis is a distinguished, fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon renowned for his commitment to delivering compassionate care and innovative treatment options for patients suffering from acute and chronic spine and nerve pain. With extensive training at prestigious institutions—including the University of Maryland-Baltimore, Louisiana State University-New Orleans, Montefiore Medical Center-New York, and the University of Miami—he has developed comprehensive expertise in advanced surgical techniques and interventional pain management services. 

In addition to his surgical proficiency, Dr. Younis holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree. His role as an instructor in Communication Skills and Evidence-Based Medicine reflects his dedication to educating both patients and medical professionals, ensuring a holistic approach to care. Dr. Younis is particularly recognized as a "superstar" in patient communication, skillfully guiding his patients through their recovery journeys and maintaining strong follow-up support.

A pioneer in minimally invasive spine surgery, Dr. Younis integrates advanced interventional pain management techniques into his practice. This dual approach allows him to offer comprehensive treatment plans that address not only the structural issues of the spine but also the associated pain conditions, enhancing patient outcomes while minimizing discomfort and recovery time.

Dr. Younis is deeply committed to remaining at the forefront of his field, continually exploring the latest advancements in spine surgery and interventional pain management to provide his patients with the most effective and innovative treatments available. His personalized approach and dedication to patient care have established him as a leading expert in orthopedic spine surgery and pain management.

Understanding the significant physical and emotional toll that spine and nerve pain can take on patients, Dr. Younis prioritizes compassionate support throughout their treatment journey. He is devoted to helping his patients achieve optimal outcomes, ultimately enhancing their quality of life and restoring their functionality.

James Stanley, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and fellowship-trained spine surgeon at North Texas Orthopaedic & Spine. Serving the community of Plano, Dallas, and Kaufman Texas. Dr. Stanley specializes in the treatment of conditions and disorders of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. 

A native Texan, Dr. Stanley received his undergraduate degree from the University of Texas at Austin and his doctorate of medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School.  He completed his internship and residency at the University of Oklahoma and his spine fellowship at Brown University.

Dr. Stanley has over 20 years’ experience, with interests in minimally invasive spine surgery, adult deformity, trauma, osteoporotic fractures, and disc replacement. He believes in a multi-disciplinary, collaborative approach to spine care and has the resources in place to diagnose and treat conditions of all parts of the spine. He and the other providers at North Texas Orthopaedic & Spine work closely together to quickly determine whether a treatment plan is effective.  

Dr. Stanley’s goal is to get patients back to their normal lives as quickly as possible so they may resume an optimal quality of life. His patients appreciate his laid-back bedside manner as well as the personal care and attention he gives to each one of them.

Dr. Stanley enjoys spending time with his wife, Tina, and their four delightful teenagers.

James Stanley, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and fellowship-trained spine surgeon at North Texas Orthopaedic & Spine. Serving the community of Plano, Dallas, and Kaufman Texas. Dr. Stanley specializes in the treatment of conditions and disorders of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. 

A native Texan, Dr. Stanley received his undergraduate degree from the University of Texas at Austin and his doctorate of medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School.  He completed his internship and residency at the University of Oklahoma and his spine fellowship at Brown University.

Dr. Stanley has over 20 years’ experience, with interests in minimally invasive spine surgery, adult deformity, trauma, osteoporotic fractures, and disc replacement. He believes in a multi-disciplinary, collaborative approach to spine care and has the resources in place to diagnose and treat conditions of all parts of the spine. He and the other providers at North Texas Orthopaedic & Spine work closely together to quickly determine whether a treatment plan is effective.  

Dr. Stanley’s goal is to get patients back to their normal lives as quickly as possible so they may resume an optimal quality of life. His patients appreciate his laid-back bedside manner as well as the personal care and attention he gives to each one of them.

Dr. Stanley enjoys spending time with his wife, Tina, and their four delightful teenagers.

Dr. Younis is a distinguished, fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon renowned for his commitment to delivering compassionate care and innovative treatment options for patients suffering from acute and chronic spine and nerve pain. With extensive training at prestigious institutions—including the University of Maryland-Baltimore, Louisiana State University-New Orleans, Montefiore Medical Center-New York, and the University of Miami—he has developed comprehensive expertise in advanced surgical techniques and interventional pain management services. 

In addition to his surgical proficiency, Dr. Younis holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree. His role as an instructor in Communication Skills and Evidence-Based Medicine reflects his dedication to educating both patients and medical professionals, ensuring a holistic approach to care. Dr. Younis is particularly recognized as a "superstar" in patient communication, skillfully guiding his patients through their recovery journeys and maintaining strong follow-up support.

A pioneer in minimally invasive spine surgery, Dr. Younis integrates advanced interventional pain management techniques into his practice. This dual approach allows him to offer comprehensive treatment plans that address not only the structural issues of the spine but also the associated pain conditions, enhancing patient outcomes while minimizing discomfort and recovery time.

Dr. Younis is deeply committed to remaining at the forefront of his field, continually exploring the latest advancements in spine surgery and interventional pain management to provide his patients with the most effective and innovative treatments available. His personalized approach and dedication to patient care have established him as a leading expert in orthopedic spine surgery and pain management.

Understanding the significant physical and emotional toll that spine and nerve pain can take on patients, Dr. Younis prioritizes compassionate support throughout their treatment journey. He is devoted to helping his patients achieve optimal outcomes, ultimately enhancing their quality of life and restoring their functionality.

As an integral part of the friendly team of physicians at Alpha Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, Brian Snow, MD, provides orthopedic care for families North Texas at the Sherman and McKinney offices.

After receiving his medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California, Dr. Snow completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the Los Angeles County + USC Medical Center, one of the busiest trauma centers in the United States. He completed his fellowship in advanced arthroscopy and sports medicine at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City.

In addition to practicing in general orthopedics, Dr. Snow has a broad range of experience with muscle and tendon sprains and tears, particularly due to sports injuries. He provided excellent care to many high schools as the team doctor, as well as to the University of Utah Utes and the USC Trojans.

Always fascinated by sports-related injuries, Dr. Snow has written several articles on ACL reconstruction and its long-term effects.

As a leader in his field, Dr. Snow is affiliated with honorable medical institutions like Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – McKinney; Methodist McKinney Hospital; Medical City McKinney; Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Centennial in Frisco, Texas; Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in Allen, Texas, Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital at Sherman; and the McKinney Surgery Center. 

Joseph Daniels, DO, is a general orthopedic surgeon bringing more than 30 years of experience in orthopedic care to Southwest Orthopedic Associates, serving patients 12 and older in Fort Worth, Texas, and throughout Tarrant County.

Dr. Daniels was born and raised in Joliet, Illinois. He began his professional pursuits at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, earning his Bachelor of Science. After graduation, Dr. Daniels enrolled at Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine in Downers Grove, Illinois, obtaining his medical degree. 

The next year, Dr. Daniels completed an orthopedic surgery residency and accepted a job as an assistant professor at the University of North Texas (UNT) Health Science Center in Fort Worth. 

Dr. Daniels has led UNT’s orthopedic surgery residency program for more than 10 years, mentoring and teaching medical students and future surgeons. During that same time, he built a successful orthopedic clinical practice, serving teens and adults. 

As an orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Daniels diagnoses and treats most musculoskeletal problems, but he has special interests in advanced arthroscopy, cartilage transplants, and the treatment of sports injuries. 

Dr. Daniels takes a conservative and patient-centered treatment approach. Whenever possible, he recommends non-surgical modalities that complement the body’s natural healing process.

Dr. Daniels resides in Aledo, Texas. Outside of work, he enjoys playing sports, exercising, and spending time with his four children. Dr. Daniels welcomes anyone seeking relief from musculoskeletal pain to Southwest Orthopedic Associates today.

Kraig Pepper, DO, PA is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in arthroscopic surgery and sports injury rehabilitation. From his innovative practice in Fort Worth, Texas, he uses the latest advancements in orthopedic and sports medicine to help patients of all ages find long-term pain relief, restore movement, strength, and function, and resume an active lifestyle.

With more than a decade of experience, Dr. Pepper is an expert in advanced shoulder and knee arthroscopy, hip arthroscopy, joint replacement, cartilage and bone-fracture repair, sports and training injuries, and arthritis management. As a physician who strives to combine conservative treatments with the most recent innovations in orthopedics, Dr. Pepper works diligently to help each and every patient recover as quickly and completely as possible.

Dr. Pepper earned his doctorate in osteopathy from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Erie, Pennsylvania. After performing his internship and surgical residency at Pinnacle Health at Community General Hospital in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, he went on to complete his fellowship training in sports medicine at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C.

Dr. Pepper has served as a team physician at both the high school and collegiate level. With his help, world-class athletes, weekend warriors, and many other active individuals have achieved full recovery from their orthopedic injuries. He’s certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery.

John M. Noack, MD, is a board-certified, highly sought-after orthopedic surgeon at the Center for Foot and Ankle Restoration in Dallas, Fort Worth, and Frisco, Texas. He has fellowship training in foot and ankle surgery, with expertise in traumatic and sports-related injuries and degenerative conditions of the ankle and foot. He emphasizes conservative treatment for his patients, but is an expert in all forms of foot and ankle surgery, from ankle arthroscopy to total ankle replacement.

Dr. Noack attended St. Mark’s School of Texas in his native Dallas before graduating Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Texas at Austin. After earning his medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas, he completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas. 

Dr. Noack was then awarded a fellowship in foot and ankle surgery at the Foundation for Orthopaedic, Athletic and Reconstructive Research in Houston, Texas, where he served as a team physician for the athletic department at Rice University.

To maintain his cutting-edge knowledge, he’s a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and a member of the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society.

Dr. Noack treats his patients with the highest level of attention and care. Call the Center for Foot and Ankle Restoration for an appointment today.

Charles E. Cook, MD, is a board-certified, highly regarded orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in foot and ankle orthopedic surgery. He treats his patients with the utmost care at the Center for Foot and Ankle Restoration in Dallas, and Fort Worth, Texas. His expertise has allowed him to work with professional sports teams in the Dallas area, including the Texas Rangers, Dallas Mavericks, and FC Dallas.

Dr. Cook earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana, and completed his residency and fellowship training in orthopedic surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. His training included a stint in England at the National Health Service, giving him the opportunity to observe an alternative approach to the practice of medicine.

Dr. Cook currently assists with training orthopedic residents from the University of North Texas Health Science Center at John Peter Smith Hospital, both in Fort Worth. He’s a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and a member of the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society.

He warmly welcomes all patients, existing and new, and looks forward to offering his superior level of care. Call the Center for Foot and Ankle Restoration for an appointment today.

Dr. Venkat Sethuraman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, fellowship trained in spine surgery at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. He has done more than 1,000 spine surgeries over his 20 years in practice in the Dallas area.

Unlike other spine surgeons who often spend 30% of their time on brain disorders or treatment of knees and hips, Dr. Sethuraman focuses 100% on the care of back and neck pain and other complex spine problems.

Dr. Sethuraman is proficient in minimally invasive spine surgery techniques enabling outpatient surgery through a half-inch incision. He stays current on the newest advances in spine surgery and non-surgical treatment options. He is referred patients from across the Dallas area and its suburbs, as well as patients who travel from Mexico for advanced spine care.

Dr. Sethuraman completed a fellowship in spine surgery at the renowned Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. A fellowship is the most advanced and specialized physician training available.

He received his Bachelor of Science degree in 1994 at Rutgers University graduating magna cum laude. He earned his medical degree at the Medical College of Pennsylvania in 1998. He completed an internship in General Surgery at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital along with his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery. Following his residency, he went to the world famous Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, where he completed a spine surgery fellowship. Dr. Sethuraman is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the North American Spine Society, and the Mayo Clinic Alumni Association.

Recognizing the challenges of developing a freestanding spine center and a modern medical practice, in 2017 Dr. Sethuraman completed a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) from the prestigious Wharton School at University of Pennsylvania.

Richard G. Buch, MD, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon and regenerative medicine specialist. He founded The Dallas Limb Restoration Center in Carrollton, Texas, a clinic serving as a national referral center for complex knee, hip, and shoulder treatments.

Dr. Buch, a recognized pioneer in reconstructive orthopedic surgery, has a well-deserved reputation for providing compassionate care. His first concern is the patient’s well-being and providing exceptional care that improves their lives.

After receiving a Doctor of Medicine from the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago, Dr. Buch completed his residency at Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis. Then, he relocated to Washington, DC, for fellowship training at George Washington University.

Dr. Buch is a leader in regenerative medicine studies and orthopedic implant design. His expertise is recognized globally, as he regularly lectures around the world as an expert in complex reconstruction. He also serves as the director of a yearly international conference on challenging joint replacements.

His specialties include orthopedic oncology, customized 3D knee replacements, outpatient joint replacements, and treating joint infections.

Dr. Buch provides orthopedic treatment to teens and adults in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. His caring approach and expertise have been recognized by being named one of the top 100 physicians in D Magazine.

He welcomes new and current patients from the region and around the United States and looks forward to helping each person regain optimal health.

Kushal Patel, MD, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon at Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas, located in Rockwall, Wylie, Forney, and Terrell, Texas. 

Originally from Houston, Texas, Dr. Patel studied at Baylor University in Waco and received a Bachelor of Arts. He subsequently attended Texas A&M School of Medicine in Bryan, graduating with honors. While there, he was accepted into Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society and awarded the James A. Knight Leadership in Medicine award. 

Dr. Patel continued his aspirations of orthopaedic surgery, completing his residency at Scott and White Memorial Hospital in Temple, Texas.

Dr. Patel then embarked on the most influential stage of his professional career—a sports medicine and shoulder surgery fellowship in Denver, Colorado. He trained under renowned mentors there, learning arthroscopic surgery and molding his professional outlook as a sports medicine surgeon. 

From treating Division I athletes to world-class athletes training in Colorado, Dr. Patel developed the appreciation and expectations of returning athletes to the highest level of performance. Furthermore, he was trained in minimally invasive surgical procedures and strives to bring the latest technology to treating his patients.

When not focusing on his professional career, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, aged 7 and 9. Together, they enjoy traveling and hiking. In fact, the family has hiked extensively in Colorado, Zion National Park, and Sedona.

Danilo ‘Dan’ Volpini, MD, is an orthopaedic surgeon at Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas, located in Rockwall, Wylie, Forney, and Terrell, Texas. He was born in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and moved to Dallas, Texas, at the age of 17. Growing up, Dr. Volpini had a strong passion for sports, especially soccer. He graduated from North Mesquite High School, where he played on the varsity soccer team during his junior and senior years. Dr. Volpini then went on to attend the University of North Texas and graduated magna cum laude with a degree in Biology.

Dr. Volpini earned his medical degree at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, Texas. After graduating from medical school, Dr. Volpini chose to stay in San Antonio, where he completed his orthopaedic surgery residency. He completed his training with a sports medicine and arthroscopy fellowship. He was under the guidance of the renowned doctors Felix H. Savoie III, MD, and Larry Field, MD, at the Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center.

Dr. Volpini is married to Kelley, a Dallas native and Texas Women's University graduate. In his free time, Dr. Volpini enjoys practicing jiu-jitsu, reading, and traveling. 

Nilpesh Patel, MD, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon at Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas, located in Rockwall, Wylie, Forney, and Terrell, Texas. Dr. Patel specializes in hand, wrist, and elbow surgery, including sports-related injuries, fracture treatment of the upper extremity, Dupuytren's contracture, and traumatic and nerve-related conditions. 

A North Carolina native, Dr. Patel graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2000 with a political science and chemistry degree. He continued his education at the University of North Carolina, receiving his medical degree in 2004. 

Dr. Patel moved to Atlanta, Georgia, and completed a five-year residency in orthopaedic surgery at Emory University. With an interest in hand and upper extremity surgery, he moved across the country for specialized training at the University of Washington in Seattle, where he completed the prestigious fellowship in hand and microvascular surgery. 

In his free time, Dr. Patel enjoys outdoor activities, traveling with his wife, and watching his three children play sports.

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A skilled orthopaedic surgeon, Bruno Gross, MD, uses his talents to help patients at Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas. Dr. Gross specializes in hip and knee replacements at the practice’s Rockwall, Wylie, Forney, and Terrell, Texas, locations. He is experienced in robotic, total, partial, and revision replacement surgery. 

Dr. Gross earned his medical degree at Texas A&M College of Medicine. He completed his residency training in orthopaedic surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern in Dallas, Texas. During his final year in residency training, Dr. Gross had the opportunity to train abroad in Auckland, New Zealand, performing primarily pediatric trauma care. Having a particular interest in orthopaedic surgery, Dr. Gross elected to complete a fellowship specializing in joint replacement at the Cleveland Clinic in Florida. 

Dr. Gross has returned to his home state of Texas, where he now lives with his wife and children. When not in the clinic or with his family, Dr. Gross enjoys weight training and running. 

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.

John Zavala, MD, is an orthopaedic surgeon at Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas, located in Rockwall, Wylie, Forney, and Terrell, Texas. 

He grew up in Dallas, Texas, and attended middle and high school at the Cistercian Preparatory School in Irving, Texas. He completed his college education at Kenyon College in Gambier, Ohio, where he majored in history and completed his premedical studies.

Dr. Zavala earned his medical degree from the University of Texas-Southwestern Medical School in Dallas, where he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society. He subsequently completed his internship and orthopaedic surgery residency at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC. 

While in residency, he served as administrative chief resident and was elected to participate in the American Orthopaedic Association Resident Leadership Forum. Following his residency training, Dr. Zavala was awarded a fellowship in sports medicine and shoulder reconstruction at the Steadman Hawkins Clinic of the Carolinas under the direction of renowned shoulder surgeon Richard Hawkins. He then completed a mini-fellowship in ankle and foot injuries under Angus McBryde at the American Sports Medicine Institute in Birmingham, Alabama.

His research interests have included fixation in anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions, multimodal analgesia in total knee arthroplasty, and complications of reverse shoulder arthroplasty. He has presented at national meetings and published articles and book chapters on several orthopaedic subjects.

Dr. Zavala is married to Sarah Katherine, a non-profit fundraiser, and they have three children. His interests outside of medicine include spending time with his family, golfing, fishing, and traveling.