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Biography: Dr. Moritz graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from Furman University in Greenville, South Carolina, and earned his medical degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, Virginia. After completing a residency in orthopedic surgery at Virginia Commonwealth University, he moved to New Orleans where he completed a fellowship in sports medicine and reconstructive surgery of the knee and shoulder at Ochsner Clinic Foundation. During his time in New Orleans, he was an assistant team physician for the NFL New Orleans Saints and the NBA New Orleans Hornets. In addition to his surgical practice he is part of the Willis-Knighton Sports Medicine team. Prior to joining Bossier Orthopedics, he was part of The Bone & Joint Clinic, practicing with Dr. William S. Bundrick Sr..

Biography: Mark C. Callanan, Jr., MD, FAAOS, is a board-certified (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery) orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in sports medicine. Additionally he has obtained secondary sports medicine certification from the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, and he is currently a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (FAAOS). He treats musculoskeletal conditions resulting from injury, overuse, and arthritis, specializing in arthroscopic and minimally-invasive surgical techniques, which reduce post-operative recovery time and allow for an earlier return to work and play. He is also trained in cartilage restoration procedures, and the use and application of biologics to aid in injury recovery. Dr. Callanan completed his undergraduate studies at Michigan State University with a degree in Human Biology. Following his undergraduate work, he spent 2 years completing his master's degree at Boston University while actively working in the renowned Harris Orthopedics Biomechanics and Biomaterials Lab at Massachusetts General Hospital focusing on hip arthroplasty research. He further continued his education at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine in Grand Rapids Michigan, where he was an elected member of the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. He went on to complete his residency in orthopedic surgery at the prestigious Harvard Combined Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program where he was selected to be chief resident at Massachusetts General Hospital his final year of training. He then completed his formal education with a Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy Fellowship at the Andrew's Institute in Pensacola Florida where he trained under the renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. James Andrews and his highly skilled partners. The fellowship provided him with an immersive experience in operative and non-operative treatment of musculoskeletal conditions in many professional and collegiate athletes. His team physician experience included coverage of Auburn University football and athletics, the Pensacola Blue Wahoos AA Baseball Team, as well as some of the local area high schools. Dr. Callanan has published numerous scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals, and is actively involved in several ongoing studies. He has authored a book chapter, presented his research at national and regional meetings, and has received awards related to his research and academic pursuits including the prestigious John Charnley Award. He currently resides in Shreveport with his wife and their two dogs. He enjoys powerlifting, physical fitness, fishing, hunting, and most outdoor activities.

Biography: Dr. Lim received her Bachelor of Science degree in medical technology, as well as her medical degree at the University of Santo Tomas in Manila, Philippines. She interned both at Santo Tomas and the Catholic Medical Center of Brooklyn and Queens in Jamaica, New York. Dr. Lim completed her residency at the Catholic Medical Center of Brooklyn and Queens. She is certified in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lim practices alongside her husband, Dr. Kennedy Lim at the WK Bossier Internal Medicine Diagnostic and Treatment Clinic. The couple have four children. She enjoys attending the symphony, travelling, and exercising especially yoga and Zumba.

Biography: Dr. Scott Mighell, MD is a Family Practitioner who practices in Bossier City, LA. He is 70 years old. Dr. Scott Mighell, MD is affiliated with Willis Knighton Bossier Health Center.

Care Philosophy: John P. Harris, MD, enjoys working with patients and getting to know them as people as he provides sustainable medical care that improves lives??

Care Philosophy: Dr. Shahrdar values a team approach to patient care that involves the patient and clinic staff and leads to an improved quality of life.

Biography: Dr. Joseph Jones, MD is an Internist who practices in Shreveport, LA. He is 66 years old. Dr. Joseph Jones, MD is affiliated with Willis Knighton North.

Biography: Anthony J. Stuart, MD is a 2002 graduate of LSU Health Sciences Center-Shreveport School of Medicine. His residency was completed at University of Mississippi Medical Center in 2005. He is board certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.Today Dr. Stuart works with patients at Tri-State Medical Clinic, part of Willis-Knighton Health System in Shreveport, Louisiana. He is a primary care provider for adults who have acute and chronic conditions.In his personal time, Dr. Stuart enjoys playing guitar, exercising and spending time with family

Care Philosophy: Cody M. Tingle, MD, recommends a combination of medications and lifestyle changes to help his patients improve their overall health. He enjoys working with patients every day on their journey to better health.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Scott McRight's care philosophy is to be a compassionate and caring medical provider.

Care Philosophy: Dr. David Abdehou delivers high-level hospital and emergency care with compassion, honor and dignity, especially to geriatric patients.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Khera's treatment philosophy is to meet with and educate his patients about their issues with pain and more. He shares the complexity and capability of the spine and its many solutions that can assist patients in their journey to a pain-free life.

Biography: Dr. Nelson was born in Chicago, the youngest of four children and the only daughter. She moved to Atlanta, Ga., as a child. Inspired by her desire to help others and her interest in healthcare, she received her undergraduate education at Emory University, receiving a bachelor of science in chemistry, which paved the way for her interest in medicine. She then attended Sint Eustatius University School of Medicine in the Netherland Antilles, where she obtained a bachelor of science in medicine followed by her medical degree. Subsequently, she completed a four-year residency in internal medicine and pediatrics at LSU Health Science Center in Shreveport. In October 2010, Dr. Nelson moved to our practice at WK Pierremont Health Center. She is a board certified internist (American Board of Internal Medicine), primarily in the outpatient setting. Her focus is establishing a close and professional relationship with each of her patients. She prides herself in giving each patient ample time to provide education, instruction, counseling, and allow time to answer questions and concerns. Dr. Nelson's Puerto Rican roots and fluency in Spanish have been helpful as she has assisted with the management of patients in the Hispanic community in Shreveport and East Texas. Furthermore, she practices evidence-based medicine and strives to keep apprised of the latest therapies. Dr. Nelson is a resident of Shreveport and is happily married to Jason D. Nelson, MD, who also works at WK Pierremont as a hospitalist. They have one child.

Care Philosophy: My philosophy in treating my patients is based on the modern definition of health, defining health as a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. My patients' health is not only about how they perform but also about how they think and how they connect others in our community.

Biography: Dr. Mody received an honorary Bachelor of Arts degree from Central High School in Philadelphia, Pa., the second oldest magnet high school in the country. He then graduated summa cum laude from Drexel University with a Bachelor of Science degree with double majors in economics and management and double minors in psychology and biology. He completed his medical school at the world-renowned University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine before a five-year residency in orthopaedic surgery at the University of Texas Medical Branch. He specialized in spine with a combined orthopaedic and neurosurgery spine fellowship at the University of Texas and M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. Dr. Mody received board certification from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Mody has coauthored numerous scientific and technical publications for noted academic journals as well as presented and lectured at regional, national and international conferences. He has taught his spinal surgery techniques to surgeons from Germany, Tasmania, Australia, Spain, Portugal, Greece, Italy, Croatia, Austria, Brazil, Mexico, Ecuador, United Kingdom and Malaysia, either at WK Pierremont Health Center or at conferences. In Houston Dr. Mody provided spine and sports care for the Houston Texans and Houston Rockets as well as for the Rice University Owls. In Shreveport, Dr. Mody has provided spine care for the Shreveport Battlewings, Mudbugs hockey, Cavaliers football as well as for other local athletes and celebrities. Dr. Mody is happily married with two children and two dogs. His hobbies include travel, water sports, photography, tech start-ups, cooking, and film.

Biography: Dr. Vo completed his undergraduate work at the University of Rochester in New York and received his Doctor of Medicine from the American University of the Caribbean. Following medical school graduation, Dr. Vo served a residency at LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans. He is board certified in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine. Prior to joining South Shreveport Family Practice in August of 2015, Dr. Vo had experience as an physician with WK Quick Care and had been in private practice in Leesville, La.