Texoma Living Well Magazine March/April 2018 | Page 25

Recognized for our pursuit of excellence in providing quality care to our community, Eminent Medical Center is a distinguished leader in healthcare. Featured Physician Stephen P. Courtney, MD Orthopedic Spine Surgeon Dr. Stephen Courtney is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon and the founder of the Advanced Spine Center in Plano, TX. Dr. Courtney has been Chief of Orthopedic Surgery at the Medical Center of Plano and a member of the Hospital’s Executive and Operating Room Committees. Dr. Courtney is a respected orthopedic spine surgeon who focuses on disorders of the neck and back. His work ethic, outstanding outcomes, and personable approach to patient care have earned him a reputation as one of the best spine surgeons in Texas. He has expanded his reach and has improved the quality of life for patients across the country. Dr. Courtney has developed 9 product lines, and has obtained 9 patents and 14 trademarks on its spine related products. He has been honored with numerous awards and recognitions. Dr. Courtney is dedicated to educating not just himself and his colleagues but his patients as well. He is known for his straight-forward, honest approach which puts his patients at ease, trusting him to perform highly technical operations that will help them restore their quality of life. He knows the single most important person in the treatment process is the patient. When Dr. Courtney is not with his patients you can find him enjoying time with his wife and five children, hitting the trails on his mountain bike, or perfecting his Cajun cooking. www.eminentmedicalcenter.com (469) 910-8800 F ind us on Facebook @EMC.TEXAS