Physicians in the Kansas City area again named Brian J. Divelbiss, M.D., board-certified orthopedic surgeon, among the region’s “Super Doctors,” placing him in the top five percent of the metro’s active physicians. This is the seventh consecutive year that Dr. Divelbiss has earned this prestigious recognition.
Dr. Divelbiss specializes in hand, wrist, shoulder and elbow surgery, as well as nonsurgical treatment of Dupuytren’s contracture. He joined Dickson-Diveley Orthopaedics in 2001 and has served as President and CEO of the group since 2012. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, and a hand and microvascular fellowship at the University of Iowa. Dr. Divelbiss earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa College of Medicine.
When describing his philosophy of patient care, Dr. Divelbiss has this to say: “It’s about problem solving. I look at the problem, and discuss all treatment options, and we – my patients and I – collectively make the decision together as far as what’s going to be best for them. I see my role, first and foremost, as an educator.”
Learn more about the Super Doctors® selection process and what it takes to be named one of Kansas City’s Super Doctors.
