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Care Philosophy: Dr. Ronak Mukesh Patel is a board certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic sports medicine surgeon who specializes in the treatment of hip, knee, shoulder, and elbow injuries. He practices at Fondren Orthopedic Group in serving Houston, Sugar Land and Pearland, Texas. Dr. Patel is committed to guiding his patients to a complete recovery and a life without pain or restrictions through a full range of non-operative and operative treatment options, biologics, minimally invasive arthroscopy, and open surgery. His patient care philosophy is a team-based approach, where the doctor and patient work together to obtain excellent results and achieve the patient's specific goals.

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Biography: Gary T. Brock, M.D., P.A., specializes in pediatric orthopedic surgery. He has special interest and training in the treatment of pediatric spinal disorders including scoliosis and pediatric sports medicine. Dr. Brock graduated as valedictorian of his class at Clear Creek High School and obtained his bachelor's degree in Biology with honors from Baylor University in Waco, Texas, where he was elected president of his senior class. He then received his Medical Doctorate from the University of Texas Southwestern at Dallas Medical School and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He completed his internship and orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center affiliated hospitals in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Brock was awarded the Fellowship in Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia with Denis S. Drummond, M.D.Dr. Brock is a nationally recognized advocate for research and treatment of children with spinal disorders. He is a member of the Pediatric Orthopedic Society of North America as well as the Scoliosis Research Society (SRS). He currently represents the Scoliosis Research Society and American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons on the Board of Subspecialists with frequent visits to Congress advocating for Pediatric Orthopedics and pediatric spinal disorder issues.Dr. Brock is board certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and recertified in 2012.

Care Philosophy: I personally evaluate and treat patients. If surgery is necessary, I perform the procedure. Communication with the patient is an essential part of our success.

Care Philosophy: My focus is treating the patient as a whole and approaching illness from all angles; prevention is a key focus as is helping patients to be their own advocates and having a voice in their healthcare. The goal is to build an effective and long-lasting partnership with patients that will hopefully last a lifetime.

Biography: Jeffrey J. Ratusznik, MD is a Board-Eligible Orthopaedic Surgeon, Fellowship-Trained in Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine. Dr. Ratusznik's mission is to provide his patients with the best possible outcomes through compassionate and comprehensive care. Through collaboration with an elite multi-disciplinary team of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation specialists, Physical Therapists, and the state-of-the-art Lonestar Osteoporosis Center, Dr. Ratusznik is dedicated to providing his patients with the highest-quality in conservative treatment strategies. Born and raised in Michigan, Dr. Ratusznik completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Michigan. He went on to earn his medical degree from the Tulane University School of Medicine. While at Tulane, Dr. Ratusznik was named the Jack R. Aron Scholar four consecutive years for academic excellence, and was awarded the prestigious Joyce Reynolds Fellowship in Vascular Surgery. Following medical school, Dr. Ratusznik completed his Surgical Internship and Orthopaedic Residency at the University of Missouri. His passion for the preservation and restoration of spinal function led Dr. Ratusznik to pursue a fellowship in Orthopaedic Spine Surgery with the Foundation for Orthopaedic Athletic and Reconstructive Research, in the heart of the Texas Medical Center. There he developed expertise in the evaluation and treatment of the full spectrum of spinal disorders, ranging from cervical and lumbar disc degeneration to the treatment of adult and pediatric spinal deformity, fractures, and complex revision procedures.

Biography: Vasilios Mathews, M.D., specializes in joint replacement surgery, including the performance of surgery via minimally-invasive joint replacement techniques. In addition, Dr. Mathews has extensive experience with bone-sparing procedures, including partial knee replacement and hip resurfacing, as well as with the newest innovative techniques, including anterior hip replacements and the use of low-wear joint replacements. Dr. Mathews' specialization also includes revision of certain failed prior hip surgeries, failed prior knee surgery, and failed knee replacements.Dr. Mathews has achieved peer acknowledgement for his care of patients and orthopedic skills.Dr. Mathews' care is entirely by himself, including daily rounds and direct patient care. He performs his own surgeries on all patients.A native of Connecticut, Dr. Mathews obtained his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York. Dr. Mathews began his postgraduate training at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York where he completed his internship and his residency training in orthopedic surgery and was named Chief Orthopedic Surgery Resident. Dr. Mathews completed his fellowship training at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, where he specialized in adult lower extremity reconstruction.Dr. Mathews has many publications and presentations to his credit. He is a member of the following societies:American Academy of Orthopaedic SurgeonsAmerican Association of Hip and Knee SurgeonsHouston Orthopedic Society

Biography: Dr. Mark Brinker, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist who practices in Houston, TX. He is 65 years old and has been practicing for 38 years. Dr. Mark Brinker, MD is affiliated with Texas Orthopedic Hospital.

Biography: Dr. Bryan Williamson, MD is a Spine Surgeon who practices in Houston, TX. He is 64 years old and has been practicing for 38 years. Dr. Bryan Williamson, MD is affiliated with Texas Orthopedic Hospital.