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01 Medical Specialties & Clinical Focus
Board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in primary and revision hip/knee arthroplasty with broad general orthopedics experience from U.S. Air Force service.
- Primary & Revision Joint Replacement: Complex hip and knee reconstructions, including failed implant revisions with computer-navigated knee replacement techniques.
- General Orthopaedic Surgery: Shoulder, elbow, hand, wrist, foot, and ankle care, including trauma and infection cases managed in austere environments.
- Arthritis & Sports Injuries: Osteoarthritis management and active adult injury care with personalized non-operative and operative plans.
02 Current Practice & Roles
Orthopedic Surgeon at Desert Orthopedics Center (North & South Scottsdale, Glendale, AZ) with affiliation to Abrazo Arrowhead Hospital. Performs elective hip and knee replacements, revision cases, and general orthopedic consultations; known for adopting advanced handheld navigation (OrthAlign) for precise joint surgery.
03 Locations & Office Hours
GLENDALE, AZ
6320 W Union Hills Dr. Ste 1400-B
Glendale, AZ 85308
(877) 821-4657
SCOTTSDALE, AZ
7960 E. Thompson Peak Pkwy, Suite 104
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(877) 821-4657
04 Past Experience
05 Education & Certifications
- Fellowship, Adult Reconstruction (Hip & Knee) – Southern Joint Replacement Institute, Nashville, 2022–2023.
- Orthopaedic Surgery Residency – Saint Louis University School of Medicine, 2012–2018; multiple resident research awards.
- M.D. – Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, Honors in Bioethics & Professionalism; Class President.
- B.A., Biological Sciences (Neuroscience) – University of Chicago, Dean’s List student-athlete.
- Board Certification: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS), certified since 2020.
- Licensure: Active in multiple states (primary in Arizona).
- FAAOS: Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
06 Research & Publications
Contributed to 10+ peer-reviewed articles spanning joint reconstruction, sports injury outcomes, and surgical safety.
- Lead author: Avascular necrosis of humeral head linked to genetic polymorphism (JBJS Case Connector, 2020).
- Case reports on congenital orthopedic deformities and pediatric fracture fixes (Current Orthopedic Practice).
- Military sports injury series: Pectoralis major tears in active-duty members (Military Medicine; JSOA, 2019).
- OR safety: Cell phone contamination study (JBJS Am, 2015).
- Technique optimization: Preventing dorsal screw penetration in wrist surgery (J Orthop Trauma).
- In-progress: IV methadone for perioperative pain control; collagen therapy to reduce post-op knee swelling.
07 Presentations & Academic Contributions
Presenter at AAOS, SOMOS (2014–2017), and multiple Grand Rounds. Topics include implant positioning in distal radius fractures, rotator cuff tears, occipitocervical spine pathology, and complex fracture case reviews. Dedicated mentor for residents and medical students.
08 Professional Affiliations
09 Awards & Recognitions
- Meritorious Service Medal (2021): U.S. Air Force, for leadership and humanitarian orthopedic care during deployment.
- Field Grade Officer of the Month (Jul 2021): Prince Sultan Air Base.
- Resident Research Awards: Senior (2016–2017) and Junior (2014–2015) honors at Saint Louis University.
- Academic Distinctions: Honors in Bioethics & Professionalism (Loyola Stritch); Dean’s List and Academic All-Association (University of Chicago).
10 Patient Reviews & Public Reception
Patients consistently praise thorough communication and bedside manner.
4.89 / 5
Zocdoc (overall rating)
Review
Healthgrades
“He was thorough, explained everything clearly, and answered all of my questions. I would definitely recommend Dr. Shakir.” – Zocdoc patient
11 Community Outreach & Educational Initiatives
- Interactive youth sessions on bone health; mentoring pre-med and medical students (Boards Preparation Mentor).
- International Service Immersion in the Dominican Republic (2009) and mentorship for subsequent volunteers.
- Local volunteerism: Rebuilding Together team captain (home renovations), MDA summer camp counselor, Comer Children’s Hospital volunteer.
- Community health talks (2025): Joint health and robotic-assisted surgery advances as featured speaker.
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