MID-AMERICA ORTHOPEDICS - Key Persons
Orthopedics became April's passion early in her career working in Sports Medicine in her home town of Sarasota, Florida. Since first stepping into orthopedic surgery in PA School clinicals, she loved the surgery room and enjoyed helping athletes achieve living active lifestyles. Having been a collegiate tennis player, being active and playing sports is a big part of April's life.
Working in Level I orthopedic trauma in Colorado, April received the opportunity to make significant differences in patients' lives with the most basic fundamentals. Whether helping patients get back to painless walking or regaining normal functionality to return to work, she cherished the opportunity and challenge of trauma orthopedics.
Outside of work, April enjoys traveling and spending time with her favorite crew- her husband, 4 young kids, and her dog- as well as being active outdoors with hiking, camping, and a new fondness for Kansas lake life.
Education
Palm Beach Atlantic University, Bachelors in Science, Minor in Psychology
Nova Southeastern University, Masters in Physician Assistant
Licenses & Certifications
NCCPA National Physician Assistant Certification
Job Titles:
- Offers Outpatient Total Knee Replacements at Cypress Surgery Center. Outpatient Total Knee Replacement Surgery Benefits Can Include
Benjamin Young, MD offers outpatient total knee replacements at Cypress Surgery Center.
Brenda studied at University of Kansas for 3 years then completed Bachelor of Science degree for Occupational Therapy at Newman University in 1999. She also graduated Cum Laude.
She has practiced in outpatient therapy clinics with Ascension Via Christi for 23 years before joining MAO in 2022.
In 2019, Brenda started Occupational Therapy/Hand Therapy in Derby, KS. She then started OT Hand Therapy at St. Teresa Hospital in January 2021. Brenda became a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) in 2019. CHT's are certified or licensed occupational therapists or physical therapists who, through advanced education, clinical experience, and independent study, have become proficient in the treatment of pathological upper limb conditions resulting from trauma, disease, or congenital or acquired deformity.
In her free time, Brenda enjoys spending time golfing with her husband and son. She also grew up in the Kansas City area and is a big Kansas City Chiefs fan. Brenda loves to travel whenever she is able.
Education
Newman University - Bachelor of Science, Occupational Therapy
Certifications
Brian joined Mid-America Orthopedics in August of 2018. He chose a career in healthcare because it provided an opportunity for lifelong learning and problem solving. Brian works alongside Ryan Livermore, MD and treats patients at the East Wichita office. Outside of work Brian loves to golf, hunt, fly fish, and cook BBQ.
Education
Wichita State University - Masters of Physician Assistant
Bethel College - Bachelors of Arts in History with Sports Medicine Emphasis
Certifications
Nationally Certified Physician Assistant
Nationally Certified Athletic Trainer
Codie joined Mid-America Orthopedics in March 2019. Sports were a large part of Codie's life as a kid. As she has aged, living a healthy and active lifestyle is something she thinks everyone should be able to experience pain free. Codie enjoys having a small part in getting patients back to moving and doing the things they enjoy. She works alongside Justin Strickland, MD and treats patients at the Derby office. Most weekends you can find Codie and her husband playing on a soccer field, touring the local culinary hot spots, and cheering on WSU Basketball and Sporting Kansas City.
Education
Wichita State University - Masters of Science, Physician Assistant Studies
Newman University - Bachelor of Science, Biology
Licenses & Certifications
Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
David Hufford, MD has been with Mid-America Orthopedics since 2005 and specializes in Occupational Medicine. His current practice is limited to the performance of independent medical examinations. He is a Fellow of the International Academy of Independent Medical Evaluators and certified by the American Board of Independent Medical Examiners. He is dedicated to his family, church and community and enjoys sports and music in his spare time.
Jared joined Mid-America Orthopedics in January of 2012. He began his career in health care working the Burn Center and Trauma department. Jared enjoys working face-to-face with patients, as well as in the operating room. Orthopedics has given him the ability to continue to work in both environments. Jared is also an advocate for active lifestyles. He is always excited to see the many successful orthopedic outcomes that allow people to "keep moving." Jared works alongside Tarun Bhargava, MD and treats patients at the East Wichita office. Most of Jared's time outside of work is devoted to his favorite people: his family, which includes his lovely wife, 2 amazing children, his incredible parents, and his awesome siblings. They enjoy music, swimming, sports, biking, and camping.
Education
Wichita State University - Master of Science, Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner
Newman University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing
Certifications
John joined Mid-America Orthopedics in 2003. He likes taking care of people and helping them get to back to the sports and activities that they enjoy. John works alongside Pat Do, MD and Justin Strickland, MD. He treats patients at the East Wichita and Derby office locations. Outside of work John enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, being outdoors, and biking.
Education
Wichita State University - Bachelor of Science, Physician Assistant
Emporia State University - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Certifications & Licenses
Job Titles:
- Medical Association - President
After working in petroleum industry and seeing limited career possibilities, Kent started working part-time as an EMT at a local hospital. He worked with many mid-level providers and found that they really enjoyed the patient interaction and challenge. Kent then began taking classes in the medical field and found that he really enjoyed the learning process. Kent thinks he sort of fell into medicine. As a Physician Assistant, he works as a team with his supervising physicians, caring for patients at Mid-America Orthopedics. Kent believes it is a humbling career but very rewarding. Kent joined Mid-America Orthopedics in 2006. He feels very blessed to work with the co-workers and physicians in the practice. Kent really feels we have the best around. He works alongside Pat Do, MD and Justin Strickland, MD and treats patients at the East Wichita and Derby office locations. Outside of work, Kent enjoys an amalgam of activities. He loves being outdoors so hunting, shooting, camping, or hiking, etc. are high on his list. He also enjoys working with wood or metal repurposing items that may be thrown away. Kent likes motorcycle riding as well. Currently, Kent is in the market for off road MC because you can go to so many out of the way places. His goal is to restore a vintage Airstream camper or build an adventure trailer.
Education
Wichita State University - Bachelor of Science, Physician Assistant
Friends University - Master of Science, Management
Mid-America Nazarene University - Bachelor of Arts, Biology
Certifications
Mark joined Mid-America Orthopedics in January 2019. He knew he wanted to choose a career in orthopedics for a few reasons. He had a lot of sports injuries that led him to orthopedic surgeons and physical therapy. After having a positive experience, that is when he knew this was the specialty he wanted. Mark is mechanically minded and enjoys building and repairing things, so orthopedics is the specialty that most closely relates to this. He works alongside John Babb, MD and treats patients at the West Wichita office. Outside of work, Mark enjoys wood working, home improvement projects, coaching his daughters in soccer, exercising, playing video games with friends and his daughters, and playing card games with family.
Education
University of Nebraska Medical Center - Master of Science, Physician Assistant
University of Nebraska Medical Center - Bachelor of Science, Physician Assistant
Kansas State University - Bachelor of Science, Life Sciences
Pamela, a life-long Kansas native, has practiced exclusively as an orthopedic nurse practitioner since graduation from the University of Kansas in 1997. Her current clinical focus is surgical and non-surgical foot and ankle conditions, fractures, and diabetic foot ulcers. Her career experience spans trauma, joint replacement, and general orthopedics.
In 2006, Pamela was one of the first nurse practitioners to receive advanced certification as an orthopedic nurse practitioner from the Orthopaedic Nurses Certification Board. In 2014, she earned a PhD in nursing at the University of Milwaukee-Wisconsin.
Pamela is a contributing author for two chapters of Core Curriculum for Orthopaedic Nursing (8 th ed.), published by the National Association of Orthopaedic Nurses (2021) and is a peer reviewer for Orthopaedic Nursing.
Past endeavors include development of orthopedic certification exam test items, writing and presenting continuing medical education, and serving as an expert witness in orthopedic malpractice cases.
Rachelle joined Mid-America Orthopedics in 2012. She went into orthopedics because she likes helping athletes and people get back to their desired level of activity like her surgery team did for her after her sports related injury. Rachelle works alongside Ryan Livermore, MD, Tarun Bhargava, MD, and Benjamin Young, MD. She treats patients at the East Wichita office. Outside of work, Rachelle likes spending time with her husband and 4 children who are active in multiple sports.
Education
Wichita State University - Bachelor of Science, Physician Assistant
Certifications & Licenses
NCCPA Board Certified
Professional Associations
American Academy of Physician Assistants
Kansas Academy of Physician Assistants
Tammy joined Mid-America Orthopedics in 2008. She has always wanted to serve others and partner with the patient to improve their health. This is truly her passion. Tammy works alongside Pat Do, MD and treats patients at the East Wichita office. Outside of work, Tammy enjoys spending time with her husband Alan and daughters, Sydney and Emily. She especially enjoys the time with her grandson (and soon to be 2 grandsons). Tammy also likes working in the yard, reading and has hopes to travel more with her husband.
Education
Bethel College - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Wichita State University - Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner
Licenses & Certifications