Kevin Wright has over 15 years of experience as an orthopedic PA and has been working with Dr. Paul since 2013.
He has a keen interest in minimally invasive techniques, and has helped proctor other mid-levels and surgeons on new approaches in this field. In his practice, Kevin emphasizes patient education and a mutual agreement and understanding of the treatment plan. Although Kevin uses your imaging studies as a guide towards understanding the diagnosis, the emphasis is always on meeting individual needs, minimizing pain while maximizing quality of life, as we say he “treats people, not images”.
Kevin Wright has over 15 years of experience as an orthopedic PA and has been working with Dr. Paul since 2013.
He has a keen interest in minimally invasive techniques, and has helped proctor other mid-levels and surgeons on new approaches in this field. In his practice, Kevin emphasizes patient education and a mutual agreement and understanding of the treatment plan. Although Kevin uses your imaging studies as a guide towards understanding the diagnosis, the emphasis is always on meeting individual needs, minimizing pain while maximizing quality of life, as we say he “treats people, not images”.
Sienna Kotch is a Certified PA-C working hand in hand with Dr. Paul to provide the highest level of patient care and experience.
My goal in my practice is to make sure that the patient fully understands their diagnosis, what their treatment options are, and the reasoning behind these treatment options. When the patient is aware of the thought process behind their treatment they are able to make educated decisions about their own health and feel more comfortable going forward. I want all of my patients to know that they have a say in their treatment and that their health is in their hands as well. Open communication throughout the visit is key to the patient being heard and having a full understanding of their treatment plan ahead of them.
Sienna Kotch is a Certified PA-C working hand in hand with Dr. Paul to provide the highest level of patient care and experience.
My goal in my practice is to make sure that the patient fully understands their diagnosis, what their treatment options are, and the reasoning behind these treatment options. When the patient is aware of the thought process behind their treatment they are able to make educated decisions about their own health and feel more comfortable going forward. I want all of my patients to know that they have a say in their treatment and that their health is in their hands as well. Open communication throughout the visit is key to the patient being heard and having a full understanding of their treatment plan ahead of them.
Adam Mollsen has been with Dr. Paul and The Spine Center since 2009.
Well educated in general spine health as well as minimally invasive techniques, he has helped proctor other mid-levels and surgeons on novel methods of treatment. His approach is team-oriented and he aims to treat patients like his own family. He feels the education of patients is paramount to optimal recovery. Adam believes that knowledge is power, and educating patients to be active participants in their own healthcare gives them the tools they need to achieve the best possible results from their therapies.
Adam Mollsen has been with Dr. Paul and The Spine Center since 2009.
Well educated in general spine health as well as minimally invasive techniques, he has helped proctor other mid-levels and surgeons on novel methods of treatment. His approach is team-oriented and he aims to treat patients like his own family. He feels the education of patients is paramount to optimal recovery. Adam believes that knowledge is power, and educating patients to be active participants in their own healthcare gives them the tools they need to achieve the best possible results from their therapies.
Dr. Paul is on the cutting-edge of minimally invasive spinal surgery. He is recognized for his work and serves as the founding surgeon of DuPage Medical Group’s Spine Center.
DAY OF SURGERY INFORMATION
Drive to the South parking garage. Free Valet parking is available during business hours. If you self-park, take the elevator from the garage to the first floor to enter the main hospital lobby. Wheelchairs are available if needed. Take the D elevator to the 2nd floor. Proceed to the Surgical and Endoscopy Check-In Desk. Here you and your family will be checked in and escorted to the Pre-op Area to be prepared for surgery. Up to two family members may wait with you until you are taken to surgery. Your family may then wait in the Surgical Waiting room until notified by the surgeon that the surgery has been completed. A receptionist will take down contact information so that your family may be easily reached to speak with Dr. Paul. Complimentary coffee is available for your family while in the Surgical Waiting room. The cafeteria and gift shop are on the ground floor in the North area of the hospital and the coffee shop is in the South area of the hospital for your family’s convenience.
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In the preoperative room you will be prepared for surgery. The team will be checking your vital signs, starting your IV, validating your medications, health history, lab results and any follow up for additional testing needed. At this time, they will obtain your consent for surgery and answer any questions you may still have. Your anesthesiologist will see you and your family prior to your surgery. Dr. Paul, Adam or Kevin will mark your surgical site. You will be escorted to the operating room by cart. Your family can wait in the surgical waiting room. Dr. Paul will call them when surgery is completed. If he can not reach them, he will leave a message with the Patient Liaison. Following surgery you will be taken to the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) where you will recover for an hour or more. During this time, pain and nausea control will be established and your vital signs will be monitored frequently.