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Dr. Kenneth Patrick Unruh, MD

Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine
17 years of experience
Kansas City Orthopedic Alliance 3651 College Blvd Ste 100B, Leawood, KS 66211
(913) 362-0031

Overview
Location
Expertise
Insurance

Brief Intro

I am a fellowship trained orthopedic hand and upper extremity surgeon practicing in the Kansas City area. The focus of my practice is hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder surgery. My patients include those seeking treatment for injuries, nerve surgery, arthroscopy, joint replacement and reconstruction of the upper extremity. I am a member of the multi-specialty orthopedic practice of Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Consultants. Practice Philosophies Patient Focused - My practice gives me the opportunity to employ patient-centered care. One of my favorite slogans is that "I treat patients, not X-rays". This slogan means that while the diagnosis between two patients may be the same, the patients may require entirely different treatment based on their preferences, work, hobbies, interests and lifestyles. I tailor each patient's treatment on an individual basis. Patient Education - I believe that a well-informed, educated patient is essential to make good medical decisions resulting in outstanding medical outcomes. Therefore, I encourage patients to ask questions, and I take the time necessary to discuss the diagnosis and treatment options. Passion - Confucius said "choose a job you love and you will never have to work a day in your life." I am passionate about hand and upper extremity orthopedic surgery. I hope this passion is palpable to my patients and medical colleagues. Service - In treating patients, my primary goal is to serve. I chose to pursue a career in medicine so that I could use what talents I have to serve others. High Value - Value is the current buzz of the medical industry. Value is directly related to both the quality and cost of the care a patient. We have to be attentive to both the quality and cost when making medical and surgical decisions.

Education Background

RESIDENCY

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine - 2008

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Location & Hours

Kansas City Orthopedic Alliance
3651 College Blvd Ste 100B, Leawood, KS 66211
Mon:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat:Closed
Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

Sports Medicine
Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery

Conditions Addressed

Lateral Epicondylitis
Fractures, Dislocations, Derangement, and Sprains
Internal Derangement of Knee Cartilage
Osteoarthritis
Rotator cuff syndrome

Procedures Performed

Chiropractic Manipulative Treatment
Wound Care
Occupational Therapy Evaluation
Physical Therapy
Lower Arm/Elbow/Wrist Fractures and Dislocations
Knee Arthroscopy
Carpal Tunnel Decompression

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

Cigna
Tricare
Quiktrip
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City
Anthem Blue Cross
Corvel
Transamerica
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
All Savers Insurance
Healthlink
Medica
Priority Health
Assurant Health
Travelers
Partners Health Plan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
Meritain Health
Optum Health
Empire Plan
1st Agency
UnitedHealthOne

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