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.

Scottsdale Physicians

9377 E. Bell Rd.
Suite 231
Scottsdale, AZ 85260



David S. Bailie, MD

Arthrocsopic Surgery, Sports Medicine, Shoulder & Knee Reconstruction.

Locations: Scottsdale, Tempe & Phoenix

P. Dean Cummings, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon & Sports Medicine

Locations: Glendale, Scottsdale & Tempe

Sherwood K. Duhon, MD

Reconstructive Surgery & Sports Injury

Locations: Glendale, Scottsdale & Tempe

Richard J. Emerson, DO

Orthopedics & Sports Injury

Locations: Glendale, Scottsdale & Phoenix

Christopher Huston, MD

Interventional Spine, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Locations: Phoenix, Scottsdale & Tempe

Steen Johnsen, MD

Foot & Ankle Surgery, Sports Medicine, General Orthopedic Trauma

Locations: Glendale, Scottsdale & Phoenix

Gerald N. Yacobucci, MD

Sports Medicine, Arthroscopic & Reconstructive Surgery of the Knee & Shoulder

Locations: Glendale & Scottsdale