Radiculopathy near Cameron, MO

Biography: Dr. Curtis Johnson, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist who practices in Independence, MO. He is 53 years old. Dr. Curtis Johnson, MD is affiliated with Belton Regional Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Jones provides exceptional patient care and works with each patient to find a specific treatment plan for their chronic pain which is procedural based.

Biography: Dr. Jakoi comes to DFP Orthopedics as a fellowship trained surgeon specializing in all facets of spine disorders. His special interests in spine surgery include the use of minimally invasive surgery for degenerative conditions, adult deformity, trauma and complex reconstruction.He completed his medical degree from George Washington University in Washington, DC and orthopedic surgery residency at Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA. He was then awarded a fellowship in spine surgery at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, CA.Dr. Jakoi is especially committed to the practice of evidence-based medicine and is actively involved in advancing the field of orthopedics through research. He has a bibliography of many original papers and book chapters. He has also presented both nationally and internationally. He accepts transfer of complex spine cases from outlying hospitals.

Biography: Dr. Kneeman is an interventional pain physician who completed residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at the University of Washington in Seattle. He then moved to Chicago to complete an interventional pain fellowship at Northwestern University in Chicago, during which he learned state-of-the-art techniques to help manage complex musculoskeletal and spinal conditions. His clinical interests include musculoskeletal and nerve-related pain disorders, including interventional treatments for neuropathic pain, complex regional pain syndrome, spinal stenosis, vertebral compression fractures, and persistent pain after surgery. His goal is to offer opiate-sparing alternatives to help improve both pain and function. Originally from Tucson, AZ, Dr. Kneeman has enjoyed establishing roots in his new hometown of Kansas City. He enjoys spending time with family, playing soccer, reading, and listening to music in his spare time.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Harvey believes in a team approach to your care and recovery. He will partner with you and your family, your Family Doctor, our Nurse Practitioners, Therapists, and the rest of our Care Team. Together, you will evaluate your condition and develop a personalized plan for your diagnosis and treatment. If surgery is needed, we will use the best of modern technologies and techniques to help you in your recovery. Rehabilitation and therapies before and after surgery will form an essential part of your care, to get you back to your very best.