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Douglas S. Clouse, M.D.

Chandler,AZ

Summary

Accomplished Orthopedic Surgeon with a proven track record at Azure Health and OSPI, specializing in Knee & Shoulder Arthroscopy and Total Knee Arthroplasty. Has extensive knowledge in performing Independent Medical Evaluations and Medical Record Reviews. Demonstrated leadership in establishing multiple orthopedic clinics, serving on the board of an ASC, and developing regenerative medicine programs and managing multidisciplinary teams. Provides exceptional care and a caring bedside manner to all patients. Excellent organizational skills, detailed oriented, and hard working to help achieve company goals.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Orthopedic Surgeon/Owner

Azure Health
08.2021 - Current
  • Provided compassionate care to patients throughout their entire treatment journey from initial consultation to post-operative followup for Sports Medicine Injuries and Total Knee Arthroplasty Procedures.
  • Performed Independent Medical Evaluations (IME) and Medical Record Reviews for the City of Mesa and community attorneys in Loss of Amenity cases (Personal Injury).
  • Served as the Medical Director and was the lead in setting up and management of satellite orthopedic surgery clinics and an ambulatory surgery center.
  • Spearheaded the development and implementation of a Regenerative Medicine Treatment program specific for Orthopedic Sports Medicine Injuries (PRP, A2M, and adipose stem cells).

Orthopedic Surgeon/Owner

The Orthopedic & Sports Performance Institute
10.2014 - 08.2021
  • Evaluated and provided care for Sports Medicine, Joint Reconstruction and Trauma patients in out-patient clinics, emergency rooms, and operating rooms.
  • Organized and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams (Orthopedics, Pain Management, Family Practice, Chiropractic, and Physical Therapy) to develop comprehensive treatment plans for all orthopedic cases within OSPI.
  • Served as OSPI Director of Rehabilitation in developing and managing physical therapy and chiropractic departments.
  • Team Physician for 5 local High Schools and provided sideline medical coverage for Varsity football games and treated injured athletes in early morning walk-in clinics.
  • Actively participated on Board of Manager for SurgCenter Gilbert Ambulatory Surgery Center and helped develop several new committees at Dignity Mercy Gilbert Hospital (Total Joint Replacement, Protocols, and Sports Medicine committees).

Orthopedic Surgeon/Owner

Doug S. Clouse, M.D., LLC
08.2008 - 10.2014
  • Established and developed an Orthopedic Surgery practice after completing a Sports Medicine Fellowship.
  • Provided trauma call coverage and evaluated and treated orthopedic trauma patients at Chandler Regional Medical Center and Dignity Mercy Gilbert Hospital.
  • Examined patients and diagnosed orthopedic conditions and provided surgical care for trauma patients, arthroscopic treatment of shoulder and knee sports medicine injuries, and total knee and total hip replacements for degenerative joint conditions.

Education

Sports Medicine Fellowship -

The San Antonio Orthopedic Group
San Antonio, TX
07.2008

Orthopedic Surgery Internship And Residency -

University of Texas Health Science Center
San Antonio, TX
07.2007

M.D. -

Tulane Medical School
New Orleans, LA
05.2002

Bachelor of Science -

Brigham Young University
Provo
05.1997

Skills

    Knee & Shoulder Arthroscopy

    Total Knee Arthroplasty

    Fracture Management

    Regenerative Medicine

    Leadership Qualities

    Organizational Skills

    Public Speaking

    Time Management

    Interpersonal Skills

    Attention to Detail

    Self Motivation

    Surgical expertise

Certification

2008-Present, Arizona State Medical License

2008-Present, Board Certified Orthopedic Surgery

Hobbies

Olympic Weightlifting

Hiking

Biking

Recreational Reading

Sporting Activities

Church service

Additional Information

2010-2013 Member of the Medical Executive Committee at Arizona Orthopedic Surgical Hospital

2013-2019 Managing Board Member for SurgCenter Chandler, LLC

2014-2021 Owner of the Orthopedic & Sports Performance Institute, LLC

2014-2020 Protocol Committee Member Dignity Mercy Gilbert Hospital

2016-2020 Total Joint Replacement Committee Member Dignity Mercy Gilbert Hospital

2016-2020 Sports Medicine Committee Member Mercy Gilbert Hospital

2019-2020 Director of Rehabilitation, The Orthopedic & Sports Performance Institute

2020-2024 Medical Director, Azure Healthcare, LLC

2012-2021 Team Physician Chandler High School

2017-2021 Team Physician Arizona College Prep High School

2021-2023 Team Physician American Leadership Academy (ALA) Gilbert North, ALA Queen Creek, and ALA Ironwood.

2018-Current Owner of Azure Healthcare, LLC

2018-Current Board Member of Transformative Medical, LLC

2024-Current Board Member Advanced Surgical Center East, LLC

Timeline

Orthopedic Surgeon/Owner

Azure Health
08.2021 - Current

Orthopedic Surgeon/Owner

The Orthopedic & Sports Performance Institute
10.2014 - 08.2021

Orthopedic Surgeon/Owner

Doug S. Clouse, M.D., LLC
08.2008 - 10.2014

2008-Present, Arizona State Medical License

2008-Present, Board Certified Orthopedic Surgery

Sports Medicine Fellowship -

The San Antonio Orthopedic Group

Orthopedic Surgery Internship And Residency -

University of Texas Health Science Center

M.D. -

Tulane Medical School

Bachelor of Science -

Brigham Young University
Douglas S. Clouse, M.D.