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Derek M. Klavas, M.D.
The Orthopaedic Group
Orthopedics
Mobile, AL
Most recent review: 5 days ago
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4.9
372 Ratings
155 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
372 Ratings
155 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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He's honest about what is going on and explains what the procedures would incure and time involved.
Good experience!
Spent plenty of time answering my questions. Very thorough and gave easy to understand explanations in a caring manner. I would definitely recommend Dr. Klavas to those with foot and ankle issues
Great visit
Very warm welcoming personality and was very thorough with explaining my problem.
Very kind
Super nice guy. Always does a good job of explaining what’s going on and why he feels we should proceed in the direction he thinks we should.
He was confident, knowledgeable, friendly and listened to my concerns.
Very friendly and takes his time with you. Patient and willing to answer all questions.
Very friendly and knowledgeable.