Venkata Bodavula, MD
Dr. Bodavula is a board certified Microvascular and Reconstructive Orthopedic Hand Specialist. His office is very experienced in treating workers’ compensation patients. Dr. Bodavula applies conservative treatment measures prior to any surgical intervention. Getting patients back to work quickly and safely and restoring full functionality are the main goals.
Dr. Bodavula offers same /next day appointments, MO Independent Medical Evaluations (IME), Second Opinions, Disability Ratings as well as quick surgery scheduling, direct/clear communication between all parties and an assigned work comp coordinator as a direct point of contact within the office. Dr. Bodavula offers four office locations in the St. Louis area with his St. Peters, MO as the main location.
Jasen Gilley, MD
Dr. GIlley is a board-certified and Fellowship Trained Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgeon. Dr. Gilley is experienced in work-related injuries of the foot and ankle. He provides a thorough exam and detailed reports as well as clear communication to all parties involved for Missouri workers’ compensation injuries, allowing the patient to return to work efficiently and safely.
Dr. Gilley offers same /next day appointments, MO Independent Medical Evaluations (IME), Second Opinions, Disability Ratings as well as quick surgery scheduling and an assigned work comp coordinator as a direct point of contact. His office is located in Creve Coeur, Missouri at Performance Orthopedics.
Patricia Hurford, MD, MS
Dr Patricia Hurford is a Physical Medicine & Rehab, Secondary Pain Management Physician who specializes in spine and musculoskeletal disorders. She does evaluations and treatment of acute and chronic work related injuries, Interventional procedures of the cervical, lumbar and peripheral joints, as well as post Covid evaluation management and concussion treatment.
She provides prompt appointments, accurate identification of non-work related complaints and focuses on rapid return to work initiatives. She does Independent Medical Evaluations, second opinions and Medical Records Reviews for Missouri and Illinois claims. Dr. Hurford also has a work comp coordinator as a direct point of contact. Her office is located in Chesterfield, MO.
W. Chris Kostman, MD
Dr. Kostman is a Board Certified Upper & Lower Orthopedic Surgeon. Dr. Kostman provides thorough care while managing workers compensation medical conditions effectively to improve quality of life. His goal is restoring functionality and productivity through non-surgical means and when necessary, surgical interventions. He provides a thorough exam and detailed reports as well as clear communication to all parties involved for Missouri workers’ compensation injuries, allowing the patient to return to work efficiently and safely.
Dr. Kostman offers same /next day appointments, MO Independent Medical Evaluations (IME), Second Opinions, Disability Ratings as well as quick surgery scheduling and an assigned work comp coordinator as a direct point of contact. His office is located in Creve Coeur, Missouri at Performance Orthopedics.






