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Biography: Dr. Kaveh Samani, MD is an Internist who practices in Houston, TX. He is 53 years old and has been practicing for 18 years. Dr. Kaveh Samani, MD is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: My goal as a physician is to listen to every patient. I want to understand what specific problem they are having and explore treatment options unique to that individual. My goal is to diagnose and educate each patient on evidence-based treatment options and pursue an individualized treatment plan to return the patient to their desired activities at the highest level possible. My expertise in hip and knee joint replacement surgery which include all surgical approaches to the hip and knee, minimally and maximally invasive surgical techniques, robotic assisted surgery, and revision total joint arthroplasty, provide me with a broad toolkit to serve my patients.

Biography: Dr. Maria Ariza-Hart, MD is a Family Practitioner who practices in Pasadena, TX. She is 44 years old. Dr. Maria Ariza-Hart, MD is affiliated with CLS Health-Webster.

Biography: Tomiko Fukuda, M.D. is an orthopedic surgeon specializing and foot and ankle surgery. Originally from the Midwest, Dr. Fukuda graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. She worked in Wisconsin for International Paper as a Chemical Engineer for 3 years before changing her path to medicine. She received her Medical Doctorate from the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Fukuda went on to complete her Surgical Internship and her Orthopedic Surgery Residency at McGaw Medical Center at Northwestern University School of Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. She completed a Fellowship Training Program in Foot and Ankle Surgery at the Foundation for Orthopaedic, Athletic, and Reconstructive Research in Houston, Texas.Dr. Fukuda has many honors and awards to her credit, including the Walter P. Blount Award for Orthopedics, given by the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at the Medical College of Wisconsin. She received the Janet M. Glascow Memorial Citizen for Scholastic Achievement Award by the American Medical Women's Association, and is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor's Society. Dr. Fukuda has authored several publications and given presentations in her career, including "Impact of Talar Component Rotation on Contact Pressure after Total Ankle Arthroplasty: A Cadaveric Study" presented at the 75th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons in San Francisco, California, in March 2008.Dr. Fukuda is a member of the following professional societies: - Alpha Omega-Alpha Honor's Society Active Member- American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society Active Member- American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons FellowIn addition to her Texas medical license, Dr. Fukuda is board certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery. In addition to enjoying her vibrant practice, she loves spending time with her husband and young son.

Care Philosophy: My philosophy puts the focus on the patient. I am concerned with each individual's treatment and progress. Every element of my practice concentrates on your care: your comfort, convenience, confidence and peace of mind. I work to eliminate barriers tha