Orthopedic Surgeons near Spring, TX

Care Philosophy: My passion is providing exceptional medical care. I carefully listen to my patients to understand their symptoms, how their symptoms impact their lives, and what their treatment goals are. The majority of patients can be treated with conservative, nonsurgical methods. Surgery is always the last option; but when necessary, I utilize minimally invasive techniques so patients have a faster recovery with less post-operative pain.

Care Philosophy: Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group providers are committed to building long-lasting relationships with their patients and families. Our board-certified physicians provide continuous patient-centered care, while using the latest technology for diagnosis and treatment. They have all-access to outpatient and inpatient services offered by St. Luke's Health, as well as leading medical specialists to consult on diagnosis and treatment.?

Care Philosophy: I am committed to providing high quality, cost-effective orthopedic care through advanced surgical and nonsurgical techniques while treating each patient and their family with sincere compassion.

Biography: Dr. Anay Patel is a member of the American Academy of Hip and Knee Surgeons.

Care Philosophy: I believe that we use our feet to interact with the world as much we use any other sense My goal is to help you or your loved one tackle life one painless and confident step at a time

Care Philosophy: "I feel that the foot and ankle are underserved in the field of orthopedics and look forward to using the latest and most up to date training and technology to help my patients return to a full and active lifestyle. "I firmly believe that educating patients and providing nonoperative treatment can help relieve many issues. Surgery is recommended only once all other non-surgical options are exhausted." Timothy J. Miller, MD

Care Philosophy: Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group providers are committed to building long-lasting relationships with their patients and families. Our board-certified physicians provide continuous patient-centered care, while using the latest technology for diagnosis and treatment. They have all-access to outpatient and inpatient services offered by St. Luke's Health, as well as leading medical specialists to consult on diagnosis and treatment

Care Philosophy: I strive to provide progressive, individualized, nonsurgical and surgical care for a variety of sports medicine and orthopedic problems.

Biography: Dr. Raheel Ali, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist who practices in Shenandoah, TX. Dr. Raheel Ali, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist and Houston Methodist the Woodlands Hospital.

Care Philosophy: I am passionate about providing excellent, patient-centered care. The first step in this process is listening to my patient's problem and how it affects their life. The next step is the physical exam to identify signs of injury or pain. Then, I seek to provide patients with the information necessary to make informed decisions about their treatment. Whether reviewing anatomic models of the shoulder, hip, or knee to understand the condition or analyzing x-rays, CT scans, or MRIs, I feel that knowledgeable patients will make the best decisions about their own treatment. We will review realistic expectations of each treatment option. It is important that each treatment plan be individualized for each patients goals and expectations, and I will help and support your decisions during the process.

Care Philosophy: My goal is to provide extraordinary, compassionate, highly-effective, and timely care and treatment for you, to help you improve your quality of life, reduce or eliminate your pain, and improve your function so you can enjoy and make the most of your life.

Care Philosophy: I concentrate on my patient's total health and well being, not just the presenting complaint. Also, when it comes to sports medicine and injuries, preventive medicience is high on my list. By educating my patients, we can prevent many chronic conditions as it relates to the musculoskeletal system. PUBLISHED MATERIALS: ``Alternative Approaches to the Ankle OCD Treatment`` and ``Outcome Following Transtinial Amputation Modified with a Distal Tibio-Fibular Synostosis.

Care Philosophy: Try to always start with nonsurgical options when possible. The patient should be part of the decision making process.

Biography: Dr. Leahy believes in taking a conservative approach to treating the spine. In my practice, surgical treatment of spinal disorders is always a last resort. It is only after exhaustive conservative efforts have been made that surgery is appropriate. I feel that this is the safest approach to treating the spine and allows for the best surgical outcomes.Dr. Leahy is a strong proponent of minimally invasive surgical techniques, including nonfusion procedures such as artificial disc replacement and adult stem cell therapy. He is proficient in all of the most current surgical techniques in the treatment of spinal disorders. He incorporates these treatment alternatives into his practice whenever possible. Every patient is different and will require an individualized treatment plan, Dr. Leahy says. I want my patients to know that I will take a very thorough approach to treat their spinal issues.Treatment Focus: Surgical and nonsurgical treatment of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine.Dr. Leahy received his Undergraduate from Southern Methodist University, his Fellowship with Texas Back Institute and achieved his Residency with Scott & White Hospital, Texas A&M Health Sciences Center in Orthopaedic Surgery.

Biography: I believe the best medical decisions are made in a cooperative effort between caring doctors and well-informed patients. I treat each patient as a unique and individual case. Together, coupled with the latest advances and cutting-edge techniques, we can provide the care that is best for you and your specific injury. Dr. Smith is a hand and upper extremity surgeon working at Texas Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine. He is originally from Conroe and attended Conroe High School. Dr. Smith graduated from the University of Oklahoma with honors and then received his medical degree from Texas A&M College of Medicine, graduating with highest honors and was granted admission into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. He received his orthopaedic training at Scott & White Hospital and continued with advanced fellowship training in hand and upper extremity surgery at The University of Chicago. During his training, he worked directly under Dr. Daniel Mass, one of the world's leading experts in tendon injury and upper extremity surgery. He returned to the Tomball/Woodlands area after being an associate professor of upper extremity surgery at Scott & White Hospital. There he instructed residents and young surgeons on the latest techniques and trauma care for upper extremity injuries. Throughout his career, he has learned, performed and researched the most advanced, cutting-edge techniques in hand and upper extremity care providing care for several Major League Baseball teams and serving as one of the team physicians for the NHL's Chicago Blackhawks. Currently, he takes care of the entire spectrum of upper extremity injuries and enjoys the multidisciplinary approach of orthopedic treatment at Texas Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine. He continues to be very active in the community and assists in athletic coverage for several local high schools and organizations: Cypress-Creek, Dekaney, Klein, Klein Forest, Klein Collins, Waller, Magnolia, Magnolia West, and Tomball high schools. He lives in The Woodlands with his wife, Emily, and their two boys, Luke and Charlie. Treatment Focus: Hand, Wrist, Elbow, and Shoulder Care.

Biography: Dr. Mark Eilers is a board certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine. Dr. Eilers graduated from the University of Missouri at Columbia with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. He then attended Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana, where he obtained a Master of Science in Pharmacology. Dr. Eilers earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans, after which he completed an orthopedic surgery residency at Southern Illinois University. Upon completion of residency, he then went on to complete a sports medicine fellowship at TRIA Orthopedics in Minneapolis, MN. While there, he had the privilege of providing team physician coverage for the Minnesota Twins of Major League Baseball, NHLs Minnesota Wild, University of Minnesota Division 1 Hockey, Gustavus Adolphus Division 3 Football, Minnesota Magicians NAHL Hockey, and Washburn High School Athletics teams. Prior to coming on board at Sterling Ridge Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, Dr. Eilers spent time practicing in Odessa, Texas, where he provided team physician coverage for the University of Texas of the Permian Basin Division 2 athletics, Permian and Odessa High School athletics, and several other high schools in the West Texas region. Dr. Eilers' areas of focus include cartilage injuries to the knee, as well as tendon and complex ligamentous injuries to the knee, ankle, elbow, and shoulder. These injuries include multiple ligament knee injuries, anterior and posterior cruciate tears, meniscus injuries, rotator cuff tears, and biceps tendon injuries. In addition, Dr. Eilers also performs acute fracture care and manages osteoarthritis of the knee and shoulder with advanced procedures including partial and total joint replacement using Mako robotic technology.

Biography: Dr. Flowers is a board certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in Joint Preservation surgery, Complex Reconstruction and Deformity Correction, and Joint Replacement surgery. Dr. Flowers is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons as well as the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons. He is also a certified Mako Surgeon in Robotic-assisted partial and total knee replacements. Dr. Flowers received his Bachelor of Health Science from Howard University in Washington, D.C. He also holds a Masters of Physical Therapy and Doctorate of Medicine from Howard University. He did his residency in orthopedic surgery at the New York Medical College located in Manhattan. He is fellowship trained in Limb Lengthening and Complex Reconstruction at the Hospital for Special Surgery also in Manhattan, NY. Dr. Flowers became involved in this specialty because of his belief in approaching orthopedic surgery from a different angle. Instead of treating a joint after it is damaged, his approach corrects the malalignment that would lead to debilitating arthritis in the future whether it be in the hip, knee or ankle. He also has the skill set to perform joint replacement procedures for those who already have advanced arthritis. Dr. Flowers also has in-depth knowledge and skills for correcting bowlegs, knock knees and multiple post-traumatic deformities. As a first generation American, Dr. Flowers was born in Queens, NY and raised on Long Island. His family is from Jamaica, West Indies. Dr. Flowers currently resides in The Woodlands with his wife, who is a dermatologist in the area and their two children Caden and Nila who attend John Cooper School. His hobbies include mountain biking, triathlons (he is an Ironman Finisher), and auto racing.

Biography: My goal is to care for patients like they are my own family, treating their orthopaedic problems with the latest techniques available in order to achieve the best result possible, says Dr. Matthew Hammit. Dr. Matthew Hammit received his education from Texas A&M University with a B.A. in Biology, then accomplished his Medical Doctorate at Texas A&M University Health Science Center. He then went on to the University of Mississippi Medical Center and received his Orthopaedic Residency. He enjoys being the Team Physician for Conroe High School, Magnolia High School, Magnolia West High School and The Woodlands United Methodist Church. Treatment Focus: Knee injuries: ACL reconstruction, meniscus repair, patellofemoral disorders, Shoulder injuries: arthroscopic rotator cuff repair, shoulder instability, Foot and ankle reconstruction: Achilles tendon injuries, ankle instability, bunion correction, Orthopaedic trauma: fractures and broken bones, Special Procedure Expertise, Orthroscopic ACL reconstruction and meniscus repair, Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair and shoulder stabilization, Arthroscopic ankle stabilization and Total ankle replacement.

Biography: Dr. Fahl Arthroscopy & Sports Medicine Surgeon Dr. Fahl is an arthroscopy and sports medicine surgeon with a focus on shoulder and knee injuries. He has cared for patients and athletes of all ages and levels of activity during his career. You may see him on the sidelines at one of the area high school football games but his experience has included caring for professional athletes as well, such as the Houston Rockets and Astros. Dr. Fahl achieves his greatest satisfaction when his patients' return back to their pre-injury level of activity. His practice includes surgical and non-surgical treatment of shoulder and knee injuries. He has extensive experience in shoulder SLAP repairs, Bankart repairs, and rotator cuff repairs. He also has extensive experience in knee ACL reconstructions, meniscal surgery, and complicated cartilage and ligament reconstructive cases. Other orthopedic surgeon colleagues in the area routinely refer difficult shoulder and knee surgical procedures to Dr. Fahl for his surgical expertise. Dr. Fahl has published research in the Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery and provided numerous presentations and lectures to physicians, trainers, and students. Dr. Fahl has been selected as America's Top Surgeons and has published a surgical technique guide to assist orthopedic surgeons in MCL Allograft Reconstruction. In his time off from orthopedics, Dr. Fahl enjoys lifting weights and spending time with his wife and 4 children. Treatment Focus: Shoulder, Rotator cuff tears, SLAP tears, Impingement, Labral tears, Dislocations/ bankart tears, Instability cases, AC joint separations, Pectoralis tears, Knee and ACL tears.

Biography: Dr. Michael Cusick, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist who practices in Kingwood, TX. He is 44 years old and has been practicing for 17 years. Dr. Michael Cusick, MD is affiliated with Texas Orthopedic Hospital.

Biography: Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, he and his family relocated to Louisiana in his early teenage years. In 1997, Dr. Subramanian received his B.S. from Louisiana State University. He continued his education at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in Shreveport, LA, where he received his medical degree in 2001.Dr. Subramanian then began his Orthopaedic Surgery training at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, which he completed in 2006. He then traveled to pursue a fellowship in Spine Surgery at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York City. He has since received his board certification in Orthopaedic Surgery.Dr. Subramanian has an interest in all areas of spine pathology, including trauma, deformity, degenerative, pathologic conditions, and minimally invasive and microscopic spine surgical techniques. Dr. Subramanian is a former Head Chair of Orthopedics at St. Joseph Medical Center, and is on staff at Memorial Hermann Hospital (Texas Medical Center), Houston Orthopedic & Spine Hospital, Houston Metro Ortho and Spine Surgical Center, Houston Methodist Hospital, and Kingwood Medical Center.He has been involved in research in various areas of spine pathology, received awards for his projects, and has had his work published in respected peer reviewed journals.

Care Philosophy: I consider it an honor and privilege to be an orthopedic surgeon. I place a great deal of emphasis on the patient-physician relationship and am committed to earning their trust, satisfaction, and confidence.

Care Philosophy: Treat the whole patient and only operate if no better options exist.

Biography: Board certified and practices general orthopaedics with special interest in fracture management, arthroscopy, cartilage preservation and joint replacement. He has extensive experience in sports medicine, having completed a Fellowship in the discipline at Methodist Hospital in Houston, where he trained in advanced open and arthroscopic techniques for knee, shoulder, elbow and hip. He has worked as an assistant team physician to several professional teams in Houston: the Texans, Astros, Rockets and Dynamo, as well as for Rice University and HISD.In addition to his work with professional athletes, Dr. Lin has knowledge and expertise with orthopaedic injuries sustained by military personnel. During his residency at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, he was awarded commendation for research he conducted on those injuries sustained during Operation Enduring Freedom, which was published and presented at national meetings. Following residency, Dr. Lin served as an orthopaedic surgeon and Chief, Department of Surgery at Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital, which served the active duty, dependent and retiree population in and around Fort Polk, Louisiana (home of the Joint Readiness Training Center). He was also deployed during Operation Iraqi Freedom with the 31st Combat Support Hospital in 2007.Dr. Lin was born in Taiwan and raised in West Windsor, New Jersey. He moved to Houston with his wife and three children in 2011.Boards & MembershipsDr. Lin is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, candidate member of the Arthroscopy Association of North America, and a member of Society of Military Orthopaedic Surgeons.

Biography: Michael Blackwell, MD, is the orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist leading the team at the Center for Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine, which has two locations in Tomball and Shenandoah, Texas.Dr. Blackwell, who has practiced medicine for over two decades, completed medical school at the University Of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston in 1991. He then went on to complete his internship and residency at the same institution.Today, Dr. Blackwell and his team at the Center for Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine treat an array of orthopaedic injuries, including ACL tears, fractures, sports-related injuries, foot and ankle issues, hand and wrist problems, and much more.The state-of-the-art facilities at the Center for Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine are outfitted with the most advanced equipment available today so that Dr. Blackwell can treat your injuries and help you get back to the activities you love. Dr. Blackwell uses Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Technology to help carry out many minimally invasive orhtopaedic procedures, including knee replacement and hip replacement surgeries. The Mako system allows Dr. Blackwell to perform advanced orthopaedic procedures with greater accuracy than traditional surgery would afford. This helps to reduce trauma and minimize your post-surgical recovery time.

Biography: Enrique J. Garcia-Pena, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at Texas Bone & Joint and practices in Houston, Texas. Dr. Garcia-Pena was born and raised on the island of Puerto Rico and is a native Spanish speaker. He received a bachelor's degree in Biology from the prestigious University of Chicago and then obtained a Master's degree in Medical Sciences and Research from Boston University. He then returned home to Puerto Rico to continue his lifelong dream of practicing medicine and graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine. Dr. Garcia-Pena completed his residency program in Orthopedic Surgery at one of the busiest trauma hospitals in the Caribbean and well-known throughout the region: the Medical Sciences Center from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine.Dr. Garcia-Pena completed his fellowship training at the Baylor College of Medicine and Ironman Sports Medicine Institute in Houston, Texas. Dr. Garcia-Pena served as assistant to the Team Physician of the Houston Texans, Houston Astros, Houston Rockets, Houston Dynamo, University of Houston Athletics, and area high schools.Dr. Garcia-Pena specializes in arthroscopic procedures and joint reconstruction of the shoulder, elbow, hip, and knee with particular interest in sports medicine and helping patients maintain an active lifestyle. He focuses on building a strong patient-physician relationship and works closely with patients, therapists and trainers to optimize both surgical and non-surgical outcomes. His main goal is to get our patients back to whatever sport or activity they enjoy the most, whether they are a competitive athlete, a weekend warriors, or an individual with an active lifestyle.Dr. Garcia-Pena is delighted to over see the newest addition to the prestigious Texas Bone and Joint medical practice. He looks forward to being part of your trusted healthcare team and providing you with the world class orthopedic care you deserve. Dr. Garcia-Pena is board certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, and the Texas Orthopedic Association. Dr. Garcia-Pena is fluent in Spanish, and welcomes new patients and referrals. When appropriate, the practice does offer telehealth visits.