Candace Estevis, PA-C

Candace Estevis Headshot

Physician Assistant “I was born and raised in Wichita Falls, Texas, and I graduated from Holliday High School. I then moved to Abilene to attend Hardin Simmons University as a first-generation college student. I graduated with honors with a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Public Health while working as a medical […]

Adrian Palos, PA-C

Adrian Palos P.A.

Physician Assistant “I was born and raised in Fort Worth and did my undergraduate work in athletic training and sports medicine at Hardin-Simmons University. It was during my time at HSU that I discovered my passion for patient care and musculoskeletal science. After my time at HSU, I served as the head athletic trainer for […]

Dustin Allen, PA-C

Dustin Allen PA

Physician Assistant “I was born right here in Abilene, Texas and I am a graduate of Wylie High School. I have always had a strong passion for medicine and initially started my PA career at a Transplant Center in Shreveport, LA. My family and I moved back home to Abilene in 2015 after the birth […]

Branon Brady, PA-C

Branon Brady PA

Physician Assistant Bio “I was born and raised in Abilene, Texas. After graduating from Wylie High School, I attended Abilene Christian University graduating with honors with a Bachelor of Science in biology. I worked in a hospital following graduation and I decided to further my education at Texas Tech University where I obtained my Master’s […]

Lacey Clawson, DPM, FACFAS

Lacey Clawson DPM

Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Our doctor of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery is able to treat a wide range of conditions that affect the foot, ankle, and lower leg. Dr. Clawson is a member of the Texas Podiatric Medical Association (TPMA), the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) and a fellow of the American College of Foot […]

Chip R. Moore, D.O.

Orthopedic Surgery Dr. Chip Moore joins Abilene Sports Medicine & Orthopedics with a comprehensive background in orthopedics and hand surgery. His professional experience includes extensive training in hand surgery and orthopedic trauma, complemented by various advanced certifications and courses. Dr. Moore has contributed to numerous research projects and presentations, including studies on hip arthroplasties and […]

Dale A. Funk, M.D.

Dale Funk MD

Orthopedic Surgery “I understand athletes because I have been around sports my entire life. I understand the 10-year-old that is frustrated with a broken leg, the high school senior with a season-ending knee injury, and a 45-year-old that is struggling training for a marathon. I understand why they love playing their sport … why they […]

Samuel S. Maroney, D.O.

Samuel Maroney DO

Orthopedic Surgery “I never thought as a student athlete at Abilene Christian University, I would someday have the opportunity as a physician to come back and serve the people of the Big Country. Through many changes in the plan, the Lord has brought us back to Abilene, and I feel privileged to help take care […]

Clifford L. DePrang, M.D.

Clifford DePrang M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery “Since I can remember, I wanted to be an astronaut. This passion led me to a career as an aerospace engineer. While working at NASA, I learned that earning an M.D. would help me to attain my dream of becoming an astronaut. As I proceeded […]