Ouch! If you dislocated your shoulder you’ll be in severe pain. Your shoulder will swell and also look like something is not quite right. Learn why you should get to a doctor right away, and not try to pop it back into the socket on your own.
If you’ve torn your anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), you’re not alone. It’s a common knee injury that often strikes athletes but can happen to anyone. Learn more about what happens when the ACL tears and what’s involved in your road to recovery.
Do you have a bunion? Is it making everyday tasks like walking uncomfortable? Bunions can cause serious damage and pain to your entire foot. Don’t suffer in silence. Keep reading to learn how surgery can ease your pain.
When it comes to recovering from an injury, sometimes your body needs a little extra help. Shockwave therapy is a noninvasive treatment that can alleviate many chronic musculoskeletal conditions by stimulating your body’s own healing powers.
If you’re determined to ramp up your exercise regimen with running, there are a few rules of the road you should follow to prevent injury. Here are a few tips for safeguarding your feet and ankles.
Playing sports can help kids broaden their physical abilities and learn teamwork, but it also increases their risk of suffering a painful repetitive stress injury. Here’s how you can help your young athlete stay healthy and in the game.
You played hard, and now you’re paying hard, too. Your knees aren’t what they used to be, so it’s time for replacement surgery. Should you replace them both at once, or one at a time? Here’s what you need to consider.
You’ve tried everything from home exercises to physical therapy, but your rotator cuff injury is still causing you pain. Here’s how to know when you need surgery.
Life is full of little aches and pains, such as in your hand, wrist, and elbow. But how do you know when the situation is serious enough to seek medical attention?
If you’re athletic, you don’t like to be sidelined — especially for surgery. Playing to your potential post-surgery requires patience. Here are some tips to start playing again gradually to ensure you don’t harm your rotator cuff repair.
Unlike being sidelined by an unexpected injury, knee replacement surgery affords you the opportunity to do a little preparation in advance for a smooth recovery.
Do you have chronic pain due to a deteriorating hip joint? A hip replacement can give you a new, pain-free lease on life. This surgery removes the damaged portions of your hip and replaces them with long-lasting artificial components.
Orthopaedic surgery is usually about restoring pain-free mobility, so the time and discomfort associated with surgical recovery can be frustrating for patient and surgeon alike. Stem cell therapy emerges as an exciting technique to shorten recovery.
We’re proud to share our own Dr. Hohman successfully performed Texas’ first custom hip replacement! Read more about it...
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If you receive a letter from your insurance company stating that one or more of your Texas Orthopaedic Associates Physicians will no longer participate in your healthcare network effective June 2018 please rest assured this is not the case...
We have added a new specialist in non-operative and regenerative medicine to our practice. Dr Dimeff starts January 2018.
We have added a new orthopedic surgeon to our practice. Dr. Sakowski starts on September 1, 2017.
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Major League Baseball in partnership with USA Baseball have created a new web site called Pitch Smart to help educate youth baseball players, parents, and coaches about how to play the game safely...
We have added two new orthopedic surgeons to our practice. Dr. Raynor started on September 1, 2015 and Dr. Kruse started with us on January 4, 2016.
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When temperatures hit triple digits, the last thing on most Plano residents’ to-do lists is go outside and exercise strenuously. Dr. Michael Landers, a sports medicine physician with Texas Orthopaedic Associates in Plano, shares sound advice for dealing..
Dr. Miskovsky is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery with a Subspecialty Certificate in Surgery of the Hand. He earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, DC, where he was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha...
More than 40 physicians credentialed to practice at Texas Institute for Surgery at Texas Health Presbyterian Dallas are recognized by D Magazine in its October issue, Best Doctors 2012. Best Doctors is an annual peer-re
Fall Sports: Staying Active While Being Safe for the Season Orthopaedic surgeons share tips to help athletes stay clear of sports injuries this fall
Dr. James Sterling, physical medicine and rehabilitation physician on the medical staff of Texas Orthopaedic Associates, was interviewed on KDFW (Ch. 4) about baseline testing for concussion. Baseline testing helps to improve concussion care for local...
Dr. James Montgomery, orthopedic surgeon on the medical staff of Texas Orthopaedic Associates, was mentioned in a story on KDAF (Ch. 33) about the website Friends in Kneed. The site provides a place for injured athletes who have sustained knee injuries...
Featured in Dallas Weekly, StreamingOR an innovative video technology that offers new options to doctors and patients devloped by Dallas entrepreneur Clayton Redmon, owner of StreamVenue Healthcare. Dr. Jim Montgomery, considered one of the nation’s leadi
Dr. Robert Scheinberg, an orthopedic surgeon on the medical staff of Texas Orthopaedic Associates, was interviewed for a story that ran Thursday on KTVT (Ch. 11). The story featured StreamingOR, an innovative technology being used to stream live surgerie
Dr. James Montgomery, an orthopedic surgeon on the medical staff of Texas Orthopaedic Associates, was interviewed for a story that ran Friday on WFAA (Ch. 8). The story featured Friends in Kneed, a resource for recovering athletes. A teen patient created t
Please complete the following online forms before your first appointment. Each form will open in a new window, please complete one at a time. Please scroll to bottom of page and click submit upon completion of each form. If you have any problems or...
The physicians at Texas Orthopaedic Associates are among the most highly trained and experienced specialists in the demanding disciplines of orthopaedics and sports medicine. With fellowship-trained and board-certified physicians, the group offers...
Dr. Michael Landers is board certified in family practice and holds a certificate of added qualifications in Sports Medicine. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a deep commitment to sports medicine in secondary and higher education. He graduated f
Texas Orthopaedic Associates has teamed up with Dallas Orthopedic Center to raise the bar, bringing patients an even higher level of service and expertise than ever before.
TOA orthopedists Michael Champine, John Early, Jim Montgomery, Scott Paschal, John Racanelli, Timothy Schacherer, Robert Scheinberg and James Sterling have all been honored by being named to D Magazine’s 2009 roster of “Best Doctors in Dallas.” This is...
For your convenience, we have included electronic forms that will need to be completed before treatment at TOA. Click the links below to download the forms in pdf format:
David grew up in Allen, Texas. He graduated from Texas A&M University in 1992 with a bachelors degree in health. Serving as an Athletic Trainer for the Texas A&M football team, he gained invaluable experience in the field of Sports Medicine. He attained
Darren grew up in Sherwood, Oregon. He graduated from Abilene Christian University in 1996 with a bachelors degree in biology. He then attended University of North Texas Health Sciences Center for Physician Assistant Studies and graduated in 2000. Darre
Kassidy grew up in Rocksprings, Texas where she was a 14-time Texas State Champion in track and cross country. She went on to run track at Baylor University where she received a Bachelors of Science in Education. Kassidy attended PA school at George Wash
Please complete the following online form before your first appointment. The form will open in a new window. Please cycle through each page and click submit upon completion of the form. If you have any problems or questions completing the form, please cont
Recognized as a leading authority in sports medicine and in arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery of the knee and shoulder, Dr. Scott Paschal is dedicated to providing the highest quality of care to each and every patient....
Dr. Steven Thornton is recognized as a leader in the age of minimally invasive surgery. His expertise includes arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery of the shoulder, knee, elbow, and hip with an emphasis on advanced arthroscopic techniques...
Dr. F. Corry Payne’s busy practice includes patients of all ages, but the Dallas native admits feeling “right at home” treating even the youngest of athletes. For the past two decades, the orthopedic surgeon has repaired the knee injuries – his specialty..
A board certified sports medicine, sports medicine concussion and conservative spine specialist, Dr. James C. Sterling uses a holistic approach to alleviate musculoskeletal problems and return patients to daily routines and recreational activities...
John S. Early, M.D. is a board certified Orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the care of foot and ankle abnormalities. His interests range from the management of toe deformities to restoring weight-bearing function with complex reconstructions. His...
Considered one of the nation’s leading specialists in sports medicine and knee surgery, Jim Montgomery accolades are many. An official member of the U.S. Olympic team, he has held the top medical positions in the Olympics organization – as Physician...
A graduate of the University of Southern California, John A. Racanelli, M.D., came from California in the early 1980’s to attend the medical school at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School. Following his residency at Parkland Hospital...
Dr. James C. Walter specializes in arthroscopy and the treatment of sports-related injuries. He is committed to the highest quality of care for all athletes ranging from youth to professional. A native of Oklahoma, Dr. Walter attended Stanford University
Michael J. Champine, M.D. is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who is fellowship trained in adult reconstructive surgery. This area of expertise includes total knee replacement and total hip replacement. Dr. Champine has specialized training and exper
Dr. Maria Turnage is board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, a specialty dedicated to the nonsurgical treatment of various orthopedic and neurological disorders. Since completing her residency at the prestigious Rehabilitation...
Kendra Braselton Knowles is a board certified Physician Assistant. She has been with Texas Orthopaedic Associates since January 2003. Kendra works primarily with Timothy Schacherer, MD, who specializes in upper extremity orthopaedics....
Greg Meyer, board-certified as both an Orthopedic Physician Assistant and a state-licensed Athletic Trainer, In addition to assisting the TOA physicians with surgery and patient care, Meyer works closely with local public and private schools, athletic club
Dr. Robert R. Scheinberg is regarded as a leader and authority in the field of sports medicine. He treats athletes whose levels range from professional and collegiate to high school and recreational. As a team physician for the United States Ski Team...
Certification Board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery since 1995 Honors D Magazine “Best Doctors” 2001 – Present Texas Monthly Magazine “Super Docs” 2005 – Present President Texas Sports Medicine Society Team Physician, United States Ski Team...
Jason LaFon MS, PA-C is a new provider at Texas Orthopedic Associates. He has over 9 years of experience in orthopedic foot and ankle injuries such as fracture care, sprains, sport-related injuries, and overuse syndromes. Additionally, he has...
