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Derek M. Klavas, M.D.
The Orthopaedic Group
Orthopedics
Mobile, AL
Most recent review: 3 days ago
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4.9
409 Ratings
172 Comments
Dr. Derek M. Klavas is a fellowship-trained surgeon specializing in both operative and non-operative treatment of conditions affecting the foot and ankle. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at Houston Methodist Hospital in Houston, Texas where he took care of members of the Houston Astros and Houston Texans professional sports teams.
4.9
409 Ratings
172 Comments
Dr. Derek M. Klavas is a fellowship-trained surgeon specializing in both operative and non-operative treatment of conditions affecting the foot and ankle. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at Houston Methodist Hospital in Houston, Texas where he took care of members of the Houston Astros and Houston Texans professional sports teams.
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Dr. Derek M. Klavas is a native of Wisconsin. He received his Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin and Certificates in International Engineering and Biological Engineering. He went on to earn his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C.
Dr. Klavas is a fellowship-trained surgeon specializing in both operative and non-operative treatment of conditions affecting the foot and ankle. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at Houston Methodist Hospital in Houston, Texas where he took care of members of the Houston Astros and Houston Texans professional sports teams. Thereafter he completed a foot and ankle fellowship at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois where he served as a company physician for Chicago’s Joffrey Ballet. He is an active member within the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society, Texas Orthopaedic Association, and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
When Dr. Klavas is not treating patients, he enjoys spending time with his wife Erin (Fibbe) Klavas and their golden retriever Kirby. Together they enjoy spending time at the beach and watching college football.
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Very thorough and nice. I felt totally comfortable speaking with him. Smart man
Great professional
Wonderful doctor!!
Dr. Klavas was very helpful an explained everything along the way.
Thorough, thoughtful, and very professional
Professional with good people skills!
Dr. Klavas competently explains, listens, answers questions, and makes me feel like he is genuinely interested in my health.
So knowledgeable and honest.
Dr. Klavas was very professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. He took his time and assessed the situation before proceeding with the treatment.
Great doctor and excellent service! He is an asset to the medical industry! You are blessed to have him!