Terms Used

M.D.: Dr. of Medicine
D.O.: Doctor of Osteopathy
Osteopathy: A system of medicine based on the theory that disturbances in the musculoskeletal system affect other bodily parts, causing many disorders that can be corrected by various manipulative techniques in conjunction with conventional medical, surgical, pharmacological, and other therapeutic procedures.

Doctor of Medicine: from the Latin Medicinæ Doctor meaning "Teacher of Medicine") is a doctoral degree for physicians. The degree is granted by medical schools. It is a professional doctorate / first professional degree (qualifying degree)

Arthroscopic: Examination of the interior of a joint, such as the knee, using a type of endoscope that is inserted into the joint through a small incision.
Orthopedics: is the study of the musculoskeletal system. Orthopedic doctors (also called Orthopedists or Orthopeds) specialize in diagnosis and treatment of problems of the musculoskeletal system. The musculoskeletal system includes: bones, joints,
ligaments, tendons, muscles, and nerves.

Mesa Physicians

5845 E. Still Circle
Suite 106
Mesa, AZ 85206



Gustavo J. Armendariz, Jr., MD

General Orthopedics, Foot and Ankle Surgery, Orthopedic Trauma & Sports Injury

Locations: Phoenix, Tempe & Mesa

Kraig M. Burgess, DO

Surgery of Hand, Wrist & Upper Extremity

Locations: Glendale, Tempe & Mesa

Earl L. Feng, MD

Orthopedic Surgery, Arthritis & Total Joint Reconstruction

Locations: Mesa, Tempe & Phoenix

Grant D. Padley, DO

Arthroscopic Surgery, Sports Medicine, Knee, Hip, Shoulder & Elbow

Locations: Mesa, Phoenix & Glendale

Josh C. Vella, MD

Surgery of the Hand, Wrist & Upper Extremity

Locations: Phoenix, Glendale, Scottsdale & Mesa

Jon H. Whisler, MD

Orthopedic Medicine & Fracture Care

Locations: Mesa & Phoenix