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 Dr. Gary Waslewski is a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine Surgery. His areas of expertise are shoulder, elbow, and knee arthroscopy. Dr. Waslewski also specializes in arthroscopy of the hip, ankle and wrist. Dr. Waslewski's special interest is shoulder and elbow injuries/surgery in the throwing athlete.
College Education: Princeton University, B.A., 1989
Medical School: Medical College of Virginia, M.D., 1993
Internship (General Surgery): University of Arizona, 1993-4
Residency (Orthopedic Surgery): University of Arizona, 1994-8
Fellowship (Sports Surgery): American Sports Medicine Institute, Birmingham Alabama Directors: James Andrews, MD and William Clancy, Jr. MD, 1998-99
Previous Practice: Surgeon for 5 years with Southwest Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery Clinic
Team Coverage: Dr. Waslewski is the orthopedic surgeon for the Phoenix Coyotes and is an orthopedic consultant for the Chicago White Sox. He serves as a team orthopedic surgeon for Mesa High School and Skyline High School.
 
Dr. Doug Freedberg is a board certified orthopedic surgeon who has trained at some of the most prestigious orthopedic and sports medicine institutions in the world. He specializes in knee and shoulder arthroscopy, sports medicine, golf injuries and injuries to the throwing athlete. Total joint arthroplasty is an additional area of expertise.
College Education: University of Arizona, B.S. Molecular Biology, 1989
Medical School: University of Arizona, M.D., 1993
Internship (General Surgery): University of Arizona, 1993-94
Residency (Orthopedic Surgery): Hospital for Special Surgery/Cornell, 1994-98
Fellowship (Sports Medicine Surgery): American Sports Medicine Institute, Birmingham, AL; Directors: James Andrews, MD, and William Clancy Jr., MD, 1998-99
Previous Practice: Surgeon for five years with Scottsdale Musculoskeletal Institute
Patient Care Philosophy: Communication and teamwork with patients is the cornerstone. He enjoys spending time helping patients understand their conditions and treatment options, thereby empowering them to manage their healthcare. Nonoperative care is emphasized, but when necessary, his advanced surgical skills help patients regain their function and return to their active lifestyles.
Team Coverage: Dr. Freedberg and Dr. Waslewski are the orthopedic surgeons for the Phoenix Coyotes. Dr. Freedberg is the Spring Training physician and consultant for the Oakland Athletics Baseball Club, and works closely with both the PGA and LPGA. He is also the orthopedic consultant for Athletes' Performance, an elite training center in Tempe.
 
 Dr. Charles Peterson is a Primary Care Sports Medicine physician. He is Board Certified in Family Medicine and completed a fellowship in Sports Medicine, earning a Certificate of Added Qualification. Dr. Peterson enjoys working with athletic teams from local high schools and the Chicago Cubs. He also travels with the U.S. Freestyle Ski Team. He has a special interest in adolescent medicine, travel and wilderness medicine. He particularly enjoys caring for athletes and their families.
Undergraduate Education: Brigham Young University, B.A. Honors History, 1993
Medical School: Northwestern University Medical School, M.D., 1998
Residency: Mayo Clinic Scottsdale Family Practice Residency Program, 1998 - 2001
Fellowship: Medical College of Wisconsin Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship, 2001 - 2002
Previous Practice: Physician for 2 years with Southwest Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery Clinic
Interests: Away from the office, Dr. Peterson spends his time with his wife, Gayla, and their four kids. He also enjoys mountain biking, skiing, hiking, rock climbing, reading, and has participated in triathlons/adventure racing.
Team Coverage: Dr. Peterson is a medical consultant for the Chicago Cubs in Mesa, Arizona. He also travels with the U.S. Freestyle Ski Team. He is a team physician for the Mesa Miners (Golden Baseball League) and is the team physician for Mesquite High School.
Dr. Steve Porter is a Board Eligible Orthopedic Surgeon Specializing in Sports Medicine and Arthroscopic Surgery. His area of special interest and expertise is that of complex arthroscopic shoulder and knee reconstructive surgery. Other areas of expertise include arthroscopic surgery of the elbow and ankle. He also has an interest in total knee and shoulder joint replacement.
College Education: Arizona State University, B.S., 1990
Medical School: University of Arizona, M.D., 1996
Internship/Residency (General Surgery): University of Arizona, 1996-1998
Emergency Medicine Private Practice: Tucson, AZ, St. Josephs Hospital, 1998-1999
Residency (Orthopedic Surgery): University of Arizona, 1998-2003
Fellowship (Sports Medicine Surgery): University of Arizona, 2003-2004
Previous Practice: Surgeon for 1 year with Arizona Orthopedic Surgical Specialists
Team Coverage: Dr. Porter joins Dr. Waslewski and Dr. Freedberg as an orthopedic surgeon for the Phoenix Coyotes. Dr. Porter has been a consultant for the Colorado Rockies Minor League Organization. He has also been a team Physician for World Wrestling Entertainment. Dr. Porter is the team orthopedic surgeon for The Mesa Minors (Golden Baseball League), Gilbert High School, and for Ace Academy Tennis.
Gordon Hart is a Physician Assistant specializing in Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine. He is a former Head Athletic Trainer for the Phoenix Coyotes. Gord is Dr. Waslewski's Physician's Assistant.
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