Best Osteoarthritis of Hand Doctors in Leawood, KS

Dr. Carlisle believes that healthcare decision-making is a collaboartive, team practice. When a patient, family, referring providers and treating providers work together, the best deicsion is made and the best outcome is achieved.

I am committed to understanding my patients' concerns and helping them find the best available options to restore their mobility, function and quality of life, while providing the highest level of excellence in patient care.

Kelly Hendricks, MD, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon with Kansas City Joint Replacement and Sports Medicine in Overland Park, KS. He is affiliated with Menorah Medical Center and HCA Midwest Health. Dr. Hendricks has been recognized annually as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor since 2014, and is considered to be one of the area's preeminent experts in adult orthopedic reconstruction, specifically in knee and hip replacements. He is a leader in adopting the latest total knee replacement technology a smart knee implant for patients who qualify, as he seeks to improve patient outcomes through enhanced precision and accuracy. Dr. Hendricks is frequently called upon by orthopedic colleagues for difficult or complex surgical procedures, and is one of the region's few surgeons who performs total femoral replacements. Although his specialty is hip and knee procedures, Dr. Hendricks has been extremely involved in all aspects of orthopedic education at the University of Kansas Medical Center where he served as an associate professor. Over the course of his tenure, he has directed his formidable talents and energy to enhancing the clinical, academic and research areas of the university's orthopedic program. Additionally, he has published, presented and lectured extensively on his area of expertise.

The challenge and gratification of returning people to function are why Dr. Palmer loves orthopedics.

My goal is always to maximize non-operative treatment modalities and discuss surgical options when necessary. I encourage patients to make informed decisions about their own health by asking questions so that we can proceed with the best possible treatment. I am dedicated to improving the well being of my patients with high quality medical care.

Dr. Walker is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, with an additional specialty certification for hand surgery. He specializes in treatment of upper extremity problems.Dr. Walker is an active member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH) as well as the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS).In his free time, he enjoys baseball, gardening, and the outdoors. Dr. Walker accepts all major insurances.

Professionally trained and fully qualified to treat any condition relating to my specialty.