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Muir Orthopaedic
Specialists - A Team Approach
With more than a dozen physicians covering every aspect of
orthopaedics, physical medicine and pain management, we offer a team
approach to musculoskeletal care and the benefit of conferring
opinions right on site.
Muir Orthopaedic Specialists' physicians
have outstanding credentials from the nation's most prestigious medical
institutions and have been serving patients in Contra Costa County for
over 20 years.
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Jerome C. Bernhoft, M.D.
Dr. Bernhoft practices general orthopaedic surgery with a special
interest in total joint replacement and sports medicine at Muir
Orthopaedic Specialists. A local resident, he supported the
community by serving as team physician for the San Ramon Valley High
School for many years.
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Robert A. Buckley, M.D.
Dr. Buckley practices general orthopaedic surgery with a special
interest in total joint replacement and arthroscopic and open
procedures of the knee and shoulder. An avid road and mountain bike
cyclist, Dr. Buckley understands how orthopaedic struggles can
impact an active lifestyle.
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Michael Y. Chang, D.O.
Michael Y. Chang, D.O., is the first osteopath to
associate with Muir, Dr. Chang is a physical medicine and
rehabilitation specialist, fellowship trained in pain management.
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David M. Contreras, M.D.
Dr. Contreras
practices general orthopaedic surgery with a special interest in sports
medicine and trauma surgery at Muir Orthopaedic Specialists. An
educator by nature, he has lectured and authored several articles on
his specialty.
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Christopher
J. Coufal,
M.D.
Dr.
Coufal currently practices orthopaedic surgery with a special interest
in the treatment of acute fractures, malunion, non-malunion, and
correction of angular deformities using the Ilizarov technique at Muir Orthopaedic Specialists.
Passionate and
hard
working,
he has authored numerous presentations and publications on related
topics including
Spinal Cord Injury and
Forefoot Fractures & Injuries.
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Jerome H. Davis, M.D.
Dr. Davis practices general orthopedic surgery with a
special interest in sports medicine at Muir Orthopaedic Specialists. He
also serves on the demanding trauma service at John Muir Hospital, and
is a Qualified Medical Examiner for California. Committed to the
community, Dr. Davis has served as team physician for Monte Vista High
School for more than 20 years, and has been instrumental in providing
orthopedic coverage for San Ramon Valley, Foothill, Cal, and De La
Salle high schools.
Dr. Davis has retired, if you are a
patient of Dr. Davis call
(925) 939-8585, identify
yourself as a patient of Dr. Davis and we will assist you in seeing
one of the MOS Physicians assigned to Dr. Davis's cases.
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David A. Dodgin, M.D.
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Relocated
Dr. Dodgin practices general orthopaedic surgery with a special
interest in primary and revision hip and knee reconstruction at Muir Orthopaedic Specialists.
He also serves as one of the team doctors for Monte Vista High School
and St. Mary's College.
Dr. Dodgin has relocated, if you are a
patient of Dr. Dodgin call
(925) 939-8585, identify
yourself as a patient of Dr.
Dodgin
and we will assist you
in seeing one of the MOS Physicians assigned to Dr.
Dodgin's
cases.
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John M. Knight, M.D.
Dr. Knight practices general orthopaedic surgery with a
special interest in sports medicine, trauma, and total joint
reconstruction at Muir Orthopaedic Specialists. A local resident, he
supports the community by serving as a team physician for San Ramon
Valley High School. His continued support of the community is
exemplified by other team positions he has held. Dr. Knight served
as team physician for 20 years at Foothill High School in Pleasanton
as well as team physician at Diablo Valley College for 10 years.
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Joseph X. Kou, M.D.
Dr. Kou is among the
best-trained orthopaedic foot and ankle surgeons in the country. He
has advanced training in forefoot, hindfoot, and ankle
reconstructive surgery. He utilizes the latest technology,
procedures, and treatments. His research results have been published
and presented at several orthopaedic conferences. He has chosen
Contra Costa County as his new home and is excited to play an active
role in the community.
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John L. Kronick, M.D.
Dr. Kronick's
practice focuses on adult reconstruction of the hip and knee at Muir
Orthopaedic Specialists. Academically active, he has published in
peer-reviewed journals and presented at many nationally refereed
conferences, and is currently performing clinical trials in joint
replacement.
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Douglas M. Lange, M.D.
Dr. Lange practices general orthopaedic surgery with a
special interest in total joint reconstruction at Muir Orthopaedic
Specialists. A natural leader with infinite patience, he has held
numerous leadership positions including Orthopaedic Surgery Department
Chairman and Chief of Staff for John Muir Medical Center.
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Adam
M. Lazzarini, M.D.
Dr. Lazzarini
practices orthopedic medicine with a special interest in
primary and revision total joint reconstruction for arthritis of the
hip, knee, and shoulder, minimally invasive surgical techniques,
computer assisted surgery, and hip arthroscopy.
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Steven S. Lee, M.D.
Doctor Lee practices orthopedic medicine with a special interest in
spine surgery, including neck and back conditions, spinal stenosis,
disc degeneration and spinal deformity. He is a member of the
American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the North American
Spine Society.
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David D. Lin, M.D.
Dr. Lin practices
general orthopaedic surgery with a special interest in sports medicine
at Muir Orthopaedic Specialists. Dr. Lin applies the most up-to-date
training daily to deliver innovative orthopaedic treatment designed for
the modern day athlete.
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Donald M. Lewis, M.D.
Dr. Lewis practices orthopaedic surgery with a special
interest in hand, elbow and shoulder surgery, sports medicine, and
arthroscopy at Muir Orthopaedic Specialists. He completed two
fellowships prior to joining our group - one in hand and elbow surgery
and another focusing on shoulder surgery, arthroscopy and sports
medicine.
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William E. Mathews, M.D.
Dr. Mathews numerous
accolades include the Lifetime Achievement Award presented at the
joint meeting of the International College of Surgeons and the
American Academy of Neurological and Orthopedic Surgeons. He has
served as President of the American Academy of Neurological and
Orthopedic Surgeons and currently serves as the Chairman of the
American Board of Spinal Surgery.
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Michael G. Michlitsch, M.D.
Dr. Michlitsch
practices orthopedic surgery with a special interest in sports
medicine. He has been fellowship-trained in arthroscopic knee,
shoulder, and elbow surgery and uses these techniques to effectively
return his patients back to sports and pain-free activities.
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Ramiro A. Miranda, M.D.
Dr. Miranda practices general orthopaedic surgery with a special
interest in sports medicine and total knee replacement at Muir
Orthopaedic Specialists. As President of the group, he’s gained the
respect of his peers with his selfless commitment to improving patient
care. Committed to the community, Dr. Miranda has also served as the
team physician for St. Mary’s College for almost 20 years.
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Murali Moorthy,
M.D.
Dr. Moorthy currently practices general orthopaedic surgery with a
special interest in foot and ankle orthopaedics and sports medicine
at Muir Orthopaedic Specialists. A local resident and Northgate High
School alumnus, he shows continued commitment by offering
state-of-the-art treatment to the community he calls home.
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Joseph A. Narloch, M.D.
Dr. Narloch is board certified in physical medicine and
rehabilitation, and holds subspecialty certification in pain medicine.
In addition, he runs the electrodiagnostic laboratory at Muir
Orthopaedic Specialists and holds board certification in
electrodiagnostic medicine.
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Charles F. Preston, M.D.
Dr. Preston practices orthopedic surgery with a special
interest in sports medicine and shoulder and elbow reconstruction. A
resident of Danville, he supports the community by serving as an
orthopaedic consultant for local high schools. He also continues to
pursue his research interests and activities with the Rod Dedeaux
Research and Baseball Institute.
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Abid A. Qureshi,
M.D.
Dr. Qureshi’s interests include the advancement of orthopaedic services
with clinically oriented research and development of new surgical
techniques. He practices both spinal surgery and orthopaedic trauma
surgery at the Muir Orthopaedic Specialists Spine Department.
Hardworking and driven, he has won several research citations including
the Howard Schneider Research Award.
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more surgeon information:
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Lynn F. Shafer, M.D. -
Retired
Dr. Shafer practiced general orthopaedic surgery with a special
interest in industrial medicine at Muir Orthopaedic Specialists. He has
served as Chairman of ACCMA Occupational Health and Workers’
Compensation Committee, Executive Committee of Industrial Medicine, and
has served two terms as Chairman of the John Muir Medical Center
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Dr. Shafer has retired, if you are a
patient of Dr. Shafer call
(925) 939-8585, identify
yourself as a patient of Dr. Shafer and we will assist you in seeing
one of the MOS Physicians assigned to Dr. Shafer's cases.
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John P. Schilling, M.D.
Dr. Schilling practices orthopaedic
surgery with a special interest in hand, elbow and shoulder surgery
at Muir Orthopaedic Specialists. He is proficient in arthroscopic
treatment of the hand, elbow, wrist, and shoulder. His practice
includes shoulder replacement for arthritis.
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George J. Tischenko, M.D.
Dr. Tischenko practices general orthopaedic surgery with
a special interest in sports medicine and total joint replacement at
Muir Orthopaedic Specialists. A local resident, he supports the
community by serving as a team physician for St. Mary’s College.
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Louay Toma, M.D.
Dr. Toma practices general orthopaedic surgery with a special interest
in trauma surgery and sports medicine at Muir Orthopaedic Specialists.
Committed and compassionate, he is on staff at CCMC.
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John K. Wilhelmy, M.D. -
Retired
Dr. Wilhelmy practices both general orthopedics and spine surgery at
the Muir Orthopaedic Specialists Spine Department. Dedicated and
driven, he supports the community by serving as the team physician for
De La Salle High School and regularly participates in an annual medical
mission to the Philippines.
Dr. Wilhelmy has retired, if you are a
patient of Dr. Wilhelmy call
(925) 939-8585, identify
yourself as a patient of Dr.
Wilhelmy
and we will assist you
in seeing one of the MOS Physicians assigned to Dr.
Wilhelmy's
cases.
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Craig M. Wiseman, M.D.
Dr. Wiseman practices
general orthopaedic surgery, with a special interest in total joint
replacement, trauma and sports medicine at Muir Orthopaedic
Specialists.
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Emma S. Woodhouse, M.D.
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Relocated
Dr. Woodhouse currently practices orthopaedic medicine
with a special interest in reconstructive surgery of the shoulder
and elbow including arthroplasty, rotator cuff surgery, fracture
care, and instability repairs at Muir Orthopaedic Specialists.
Dr. Woodhouse has relocated, if you
are a patient of Dr.
Woodhouse
call
(925) 939-8585,
identify yourself as a patient of Dr.
Woodhouse
and
we will assist you in seeing one of the MOS Physicians assigned to
Dr.Woodhouse's
cases.
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Richard
J. Wyzykowski, M.D.
Dr. Wyzykowski currently practices orthopaedic medicine with a special
interest in upper extremity problems including the shoulder, elbow,
wrist, and hand at Muir Orthopaedic Specialists. Committed to providing
the very best of care, he makes ongoing education a priority and works
to help patients understand not only their particular problems but also
other orthopaedic topics, as well.
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