Dr. Daniel Prohaska is a well-known and respected orthopedic surgeon on the leading edge of sports medicine in Wichita and the Midwest.
Dr. Daniel Prohaska is a well-known and respected orthopedic surgeon on the leading edge of sports medicine in Wichita and the Midwest.
Dr. Daniel Prohaska is a well-known and respected orthopedic surgeon on the leading edge of sports medicine in Wichita and the Midwest.
He graduated with a Bachelor of Biology degree from Kansas State University and attended medical school at the University of Kansas School of Medicine. After his residency, he traveled to the University of Pittsburgh where he completed his fellowship in the field of Sports Medicine. While in Pittsburgh, he worked closely with the University of Pittsburgh athletes as well as the Pittsburgh Steelers football team.
After completing his fellowship in 2001, Dr. Prohaska returned to Wichita and began his practice specializing in the care of shoulder, elbow, and knee injuries. He is constantly in search of the newest and most effective treatments and surgical technology to provide his patients with the best outcomes and fastest recovery possible.
Dr. Prohaska works with the Via Christi Sports Medicine Team in serving local athletes and he personally serves as a team physician for Wichita State University, Newman University, Southwestern College and Butler County Community College.
In addition to all of his professional activities, Dr. Prohaska enjoys spending time with his wife and two children.
Services:
Evaluation & Treatment of Knee and Shoulder Pain, Shoulder Surgery, Knee Surgery, Sports Medicine, Arthroscopy
Shoulder Replacement
Subspecialties:
Sports Medicine
Arthroscopic Surgery
Knee and Shoulder Surgery
Sports Related Elbow Injuries
Shoulder Replacement (standard & reverse)
Assistant:
Chris Dudley, PA-C
Chelsea Whitetree, PA-C
Fellowship:
Sports Medicine Fellowship
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Residency:
University of Kansas School of Medicine
Wichita, Kansas
Medical Degree:
University of Kansas School of Medicine
Wichita, Kansas
Board Certification:
American Board of Orthopedic Surgery in General Orthopedic Surgery
Subspecialty Board Certification in Orthopedic Sports Medicine
License:
Kansas State Board of Healing Arts since 1997
Clinical Assistant Professor:
University of Kansas School of Medicine
Residency Training Program
AOA- Wichita Clinic Days:
Tuesday & Thursday
Patiently answered my questions.
He had clear info for me about my situation and offered choices of treatment plan which I appreciate!
He explained the replacement parts for the shoulder, and the procedure. Answered any questions that we had.
Great doc- didn't jump right to surgery but talked me through options and took time to explain all pros and cons.
Thorough in explaining injury and surgery process.
Excellent in knowledge, informing client, friendliness and caring.
Listened; explained options clearly. Excellent!
Dr Prohaska's clinical skills and knowledge are superior. His utmost concerns are the patient and the outcome.
excellent
Very understanding. He listens with compassion and provides good answers. Not always answers I want to hear! His staff are very good. His PA is thorough in her examination and her assessment.