The Team

Laredo Sports Medicine was founded on the principle that having the most talented and dedicated healthcare practioners is essential to the well being and treatment of our patients. We believe that our highly motivated staff provides health care in Laredo that is unrivaled in the region. Schedule your appointment with our doctors or therapist and see why Laredo Sports Medicine Clinic and Power PT are Laredo’s premier health care providers.

physician

JOHN V. PUIG II, M.D.

Dr. Puig actively participates as a mentor for individuals from the Laredo area at all levels of education

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MIGUEL A. SOLIS JR., M.D.

Graduated from Martin High School where he played in the Mighty Tiger band. He obtained his medical degree from the Universidad de Monterrey and completed his Family Medicine residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. He continued on as an assistant professor at UTHSC Houston. Dr. Solis completed his Sports Medicine

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ANISH G. R. POTTY, M.D.

Born and raised in Pandalam, India, Dr. Potty is an Orthopaedic Surgeon that has completed multiple fellowships under the guidance of world experts in pioneer orthopedic institutes. Dr. Potty participates in sports such as squash, cricket, and golf. He also enjoys practicing yoga to stay fit and traveling to learn about other civilizations. In 2001,

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DR. YOGESH KOLWADKAR M.D., M.B.B.S., M.S., M.R.C.S., M.CH. ORTH.

Dr. Yogesh Kolwadkar is a US Accredited Council for Graduate Medical Education accredited fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon. With more than 15 years-experience and a work history spanning three different continents, Dr. Kolwadkar has developed his practice in the field of joint reconstruction and sports medicine. Recognizing the importance of continued contribution to orthopedics and participation in research and teaching, Dr. Kolwadkar hopes to

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ARMANDO GONZALEZ, M.D.

Dr. Gonzalez was born and raised in Laredo, Texas, he is a board-certified Sports Medicine, and Family Physician. He graduated from Jonh B. Alexander High School in 2006, during his high school years, he competed at an international level in karate having won tournaments at the state, national, and world level; along with karate he

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therapists

IDA G. GUTIERREZ, PT, MPT

is a native Laredoan. She graduated from Nixon High School in 1991 and graduated from Laredo Junior College in 1993 with an Associates in Arts. During high school she played basketball, track, and karate. She graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Physical Therapy Program in 1997. She returned to Laredo to give back

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DINORA FLORES, PT

was raised in Laredo Texas and returned to her hometown to fulfill a life long dream of practicing Physical Therapy. She has been with LSMC and Power PT for over two years. When not at the clinic, Dinorah enjoys spending time with family and friends. She is also an avid sports enthusiast.

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MARCI DIAZ, PT

Marci Diaz is a graduate of Florida International University in Miami. She was inspired to become a physical therapist after watching the movie Touched by Love, which was inspired by a physical therapist helping a child with cerebral palsy. Later, while helping an elderly gentleman who frequently wandered off from a nearby nursing home, Marci discovered

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MAURICIO, PT, DPT

Mauricio’s primary expertise lies in outpatient orthopedics, with some experience in home health, skilled nursing facilities, and outpatient cancer and lymphedema management. He has a passion for manual therapy techniques, blood flow restriction training, and dry needling. Mauricio holds certifications in Personalized Blood Flow Restriction Rehabilitation through Owens Recovery Science (ORS) and in Dry Needling

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CARLOS PADILLA SR.

PTA Carlos Padilla Sr, PTA a graduate of JW Nixon, Mr. padilla has been a physical therapy assistant since 1994. He has been with LSMC since 2011. Carlos loves spending time with family and freinds and has a love for all sports. He plays golf regularly

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JULISSA VASQUEZ

PTA Julissa Vasquez is a native Laredoan who graduated from Nixon High School in 1996 and graduated as a Physical Therapist Assistant from Laredo Community College in 2013. She decided to pursue a career in sports medicine to enhance people’s lives for the better. She did her clinical studies at Laredo Sports Medicine Clinic and

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KARINA DE ANDA

PTA Karina De Anda, native Laredoan, graduated from United High School and participated in volleyball and golf; Miss De Anda also graduated as a physical therapist assistant from LCC in 2015. She enjoys being active and spending time with family. Karina is devoted to helping the community and making an impact on people’s lives during

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CARLOS ABEL PADILLA JR

PTA Carlos Abel Padilla Jr was born and raised in Laredo Tx. Graduated from the Alexander health and science magnet. He then attended Laredo Community College where he graduated from the physical therapy assistant program. He enjoys playing tennis and golf and is an outdoor enthusiast.

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JORGE NAVARRO

PTA Jorge Navarro was born and raised in Laredo, TX. He is a graduate of Alexander High School where he played football, track & field, and baseball. He graduated as a physical therapy assistant from Laredo Community College in 2018. At LSMC he is committed to providing the best standard of care for all our

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JAVIER GARCIA

PTA A graduate of Trinity High School, he attended the LC PTA program in 1991 and has loved physical therapy ever since. During his time off he loves spending time with his family and enjoys barbequing, hiking, and shooting hobbies.

The Team

physician

JOHN V. PUIG II, M.D.

JOHN V. PUIG II, M.D.

MIGUEL A. SOLIS JR., M.D.

MIGUEL A. SOLIS JR., M.D.

ANISH G. R. POTTY, M.D.

ANISH G. R. POTTY, M.D.

DR. YOGESH KOLWADKAR M.D., M.B.B.S., M.S., M.R.C.S., M.CH. ORTH.

DR. YOGESH KOLWADKAR M.D., M.B.B.S., M.S., M.R.C.S., M.CH. ORTH.

ARMANDO GONZALEZ, M.D.

ARMANDO GONZALEZ, M.D.

therapists

IDA G. GUTIERREZ, PT, MPT

IDA G. GUTIERREZ, PT, MPT

DINORA FLORES, PT

DINORA FLORES, PT

MARCI DIAZ, PT

MARCI DIAZ, PT

MAURICIO, PT, DPT

MAURICIO, PT, DPT

physical-therapy-assistants

CARLOS PADILLA SR.

CARLOS PADILLA SR.

JULISSA VASQUEZ

JULISSA VASQUEZ

KARINA DE ANDA

KARINA DE ANDA

CARLOS ABEL PADILLA JR

CARLOS ABEL PADILLA JR

JORGE NAVARRO

JORGE NAVARRO

JAVIER GARCIA

JAVIER GARCIA

x-ray

JAVIER CASAREZ

ANDRIA PALACIOS

SELENA GUTIERREZ

staff

JACOB A. PUIG

EDUARDO LOPEZ

VICKIE CISNEROS

LISA GARCIA

CAROL LISA LOPEZ

MAGGIE PUIG LVN