Dr. Judd E. Cummings Has Been Reviewed & Approved By AZ Top Docs  AZ Top Docs has reviewed and approved Dr. Judd E. Cummings of HonorHealth Orthopedics based on merit for 2024. Dr. Cummings, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, specializes in hip, knee, shoulder, total joint care, and orthopedic oncology. Offering a range of specialized treatments including robotics, injections, outpatient joint replacement, minimally invasive joint replacement, revision joint replacement, and tumor surgery. Before surgery, Dr. Cummings employs peripheral nerve blocks to alleviate pain, utilizes specialized cool compression braces for the hip and knee, and employs electrical stimulation to manage swelling and inflammation post-joint replacement. He employs a blend of topical medicines, non-narcotic medications, anti-nausea medicines, and IV hydration to minimize pain, nausea, and headaches post-surgery. His comprehensive post-operative protocol, coupled with home health services, facilitates faster recovery and reduced pain for outpatient joint replacement patients. Dr. Cummings adopts a familial approach Read the full article →

AZ Top Docs Approves Dr. Weimin K. Hu of Specialists in Dermatology, PLLC  Board-certified dermatologist Weimin K Hu, MD, PhD has been reviewed and approved by AZ Top Docs based on merit.  Dr. Hu is a co-partner at Specialists in Dermatology PLLC in Tucson, Arizona, where she’s practiced since 2008. She graduated with honors from Rhodes College in Memphis, Tennessee, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry. Her academic journey continued at St. Louis University, where she obtained dual MD and PhD degrees with Alpha Omega Alpha medical society honors in pharmacology and physiology. As Chief Resident at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio, Dr. Hu completed her dermatology residency training before specializing in Mohs micrographic surgery and cosmetic dermatology during her fellowship at Oregon Health Science University Medical Center. Dr. Hu, recognized for her extensive experience in treating skin cancer using advanced surgical techniques, remains Read the full article →

Brett Baker, DC, MUA-C Awarded As 2024 AZ Top Doc Brett Baker, DC, MUA-C of Arizona’s Premier Chiropractic and Rehab has been reviewed and approved by AZ Top Docs based on merit for 2024. Dr. Baker is certified in the Activator and Graston Technique and has training in muscle therapies as well as cranial adjusting. At Arizona’s Premier Chiropractic and Rehab, the primary focus is pain relief. Pain can happen from many different sources and whether your pain has been caused from sports injuries, auto-accident injuries, chronic pain or age related injuries – visiting Dr. Baker is the best solution. Dr. Baker holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Health and Wellness and Anatomy and Physiology as well as a Doctorate degree in Chiropractic. His treatment approach is designed to meet the specific needs of every patient. Understanding that individuals are different he utilizes a variety of techniques to treat auto Read the full article →

AZ Top Docs Reviews and Approves Gary Knighton, D.O. For 2024 Gary Knighton, D.O. of Arizona Medical Weight Loss has been reviewed and approved based on merit by AZ Top Docs for 2024. Dr. Knighton is a long standing member of the Obesity Medicine Association (formerly the American Society of Bariatric Physicians) who uses a multi-faceted approach, combining a balance of nutrition, activity, proper vitamin supplementation, and medications to help his patients shed the extra weight. When you visit Dr. Knighton, you will always receive personalized care and are never just another number. Dr. Knighton believes that making life changes can be downright enjoyable, when your support team is the staff at Arizona Medical Weight Loss. “When you come in for your visit, regardless of how you’re feeling, we promise you’ll leave with a smile on your face, feeling better about yourself, and looking great,” he says. In addition, Dr. Read the full article →

AZ Top Docs and AZ Top Dentists are proud to present the following recently reviewed and approved providers for October 2023. AZ Top Docs Include: Internal Medicine Dr. Srivani Srikantiah – Glendale Orthopedic Surgery Dr. Mark A. Greenfield – Glendale Dr. Nima Salari – Phoenix Pediatrics Dr. Daniel A. Calabrese – Somerton Plastic / Cosmetic Surgery Dr. Todd Hobgood – Scottsdale Dr. James M. Nachbar – Scottsdale