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Dr. Haissam Elzaim, MD

Dr. Haissam Elzaim, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Haissam Elzaim, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Edinburg, TX and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Elzaim has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch in 2002. He is affiliated with Doctors Hospital at Renaissance. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 38 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (38 reviews)

Practice

315 E Mark S Pena Dr Edinburg, TX 78539

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Dr. Elzaim's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Elzaim

4.4
38 ratings, 20 with a written review
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First I want to say the front office staff are professional, friendly, and helpful. They in my opinion exemplify the way the Doctor himself conducts business. I had rotator cuff and labrum tears that had nearly disabled my right arm. Doctor Elzaim did the surgery in June, and by first week of October I was back to normal, with full range of motion. I credit his skills, and encouragement to work through the recovery process to achieve the goal of a full use in my arm. If you need a good Orthopedic doctor go somewhere else, but if you want an excellent Orthopedic doctor, who will provide service and have your best interest at heart, Doctor Haissam Elzaim is the one.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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James McIlroy – Nov 13, 2021
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Dr. Elzaim is wonderful. He is very thorough, explains everything extremely well and listens to your concerns. His office staff/nurses/X-ray technician are amazing. They are always friendly, very helpful and very communicative. I am so fortunate to have found them!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Laura Peters – Jul 18, 2020
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Acute & disturbing pain,left shoulder. Dr. Elzaim diagnosed & treated the condition. I feel much better and I imderstand the condition that plagued me. I believe that Dr. Elzaim is SPLENDID. He & his office staff are patient oriented,put patient first always and are most pleasant & personable. I am fortunate to have met the doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Geral Sosbee – Dec 18, 2019
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Mi hija se lastimó jugando soccer y necesitaba recontrucción del ligamento cruzado, doctor Elzaim fue quien la operó,su recuperación fue rápida y sin dolor. Después mi mamá se quebró la cadera y el doctor la operó, hizo un magnifico trabajo. Estamos muy contentos con los resultados.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Vianney Martinez – Nov 09, 2019
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Very professional doctor and great staff. Rarely have an overall amazing experience with a doctors office but I loved it here. Never waited long, staff is very friendly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Jessica G – Oct 09, 2019
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I researched all the orthopedic surgeons in the valley before choosing the best and I was very pleased to choose Dr Elzaim. Dr Elzaim is very professional, abreast with current standards and practices of care, values the opinion of his patients as part of the treatment plan. I felt great satisfaction and empowered in being involved in the decision making regarding my care. Office staff are very pleasant, helpful and courteous. A great experience every time I visit his clinic to get treated.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Edward D – Aug 07, 2019
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My daughter had an ATV accident and I thought my daughter might need surgery, but he used he expertise to determine that she would not need surgery at all. She healed in 5 months. Thanks to God and Dr. Elzaim!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Pharr, TX – Jun 19, 2019
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I had a shattered ankle and a broken fibula if i recall or it might have been my Tibula regardless Dr. Elzaim was able to work with my severely injured bone and put me back together it was a 7-8 hour surgery that had to be done. Day of surgery was horrifyingly unnerving to say the least didn't know what to expect other then everything in my ankle and foot just hurt and i just wanted a release from the pain already. After surgery was painful it felt like you couldn't move a inch without feeling like you ankle and foot were burning alive it was as if some one was flaying your whole entire leg not just were the surgery happened and this pain continued horrifyingly for a whole week slowly getting better as time passed. Months after surgery my ankle started to feel stronger more like what it used to before my accident and now i can some what move were as before me putting my foot on the ground was not even a thought or an idea at the time; took 4 months to get here thanks to Dr. Elzaim.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Evan in Pharr – Jun 03, 2019
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Dr Elzaim and his staff are the most wonderful and talented medical team ever! Patients are treated with kindness. I have had an endoscopic carpal tunnel release, a Hammer toe correction and a total knee replacement by Dr Elzaim. I am so grateful to him. He is absolutely the best. I confidently and sincerely recommend him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 11, 2019
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Went to Dr. Elzaim for total hip replacement. I am two weeks after surgery doing great! I appreciated the great service of Dr Elzaim, his nurse, Becky, and office staff. All were very attentive to my concerns, questions, and all scheduling. We received immediate call backs from his staff when we called in, and their coordination of care with Dr. Elzaim, could not have been better. I would highly recommend Dr. Elzaim To anyone who is looking for a doctor, and staff that really cares !
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 27, 2019
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So happy with his skill on my knee surgeries. I can walk now. He knows what he's doing. Great manners and he knows what he's talking about. He listens to your concerns. I'm so happy and I always recommend him too everybody. His staff is so friendly and helpful. Thank you Dr. And staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Sylvia Zepeda in Edinburgh, TX – Feb 18, 2019
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Fours months ago, I was in a horrible car accident. After X-rays and MRI’s I was diagnosed with Meniscus tear to left knee. I was going to need surgery and a friend recommended me to Dr. Elzaim. After my surgery, I am feeling great. I do not suffer from any pain. I want to thank Dr. Elzaim for a great job on my meniscus repair. I also would like to thank Dr. Elzaim’s awesome staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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S. Llanos in McAllen, TX – Jan 17, 2019
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Wife and I both had to go through surgeries recently with Dr Elzaim. Both were very successful! He is super calm and explains everything about the process. His demeanor puts you at ease for sure. I would definitely recommend him for friends and family.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 16, 2019
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I had been having shoulder and knee pain for years, my PCP gave little treatment. Went to see Dr. Elzaim and was given same day treatment with SO much relief! So happy with him and his bedside manner, he took the time to listen to me and explain what he wanted to do in detail. He and his staff are so very attentive and caring, I highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Eva in Alamo, TX – Dec 27, 2018
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Dr. Elzaim and his entire staff are wonderful. The clinic staff was very helpful and we want to say a special thank you to Becky for all her hard work with the VA getting the appointments and approvals. I had a total reverse shoulder replacement and had wonderful results. Virtually no pain after surgery and good mobility. I would definitely recommend Dr.Elzaim as a surgeon.. B Schaaf
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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B Schaaf – Dec 19, 2018
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I have a broken arm. It took several days to see me. He ordered a brace but refused to placed. Instead sent an unexperienced salesman to do it. Did not take the time to explain benefits and risk of different options.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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McAllen – Dec 15, 2018
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I am an 46 y/o RN. I was diagnosed with advanced right hip arthritis in Dec. 2017. My life changed drastically due to the pain and limited mobility. I also had problems accomplishing my duties at work. The Veterans Admin referred me to Dr. Elzaim in Feb. 2018. He determined the arthritis was so advanced, I needed surgery. He performed my total hip replacement surgery in March 2018. I returned to work April 2018; pain free; regained mobility; my life went back to normal. Thank You Dr. Elzaim.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Joe Zamora in McAllen TX – May 10, 2018
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Great doctor. Takes time with patients and explains in terms easily understood.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Manuela Myers – Feb 06, 2018
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Bedside manner is one of a kind, finally found a surgeon that actually takes his time to explain things and makes you feel at ease before surgery!!!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 16, 2018
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Amazing bedside manners!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mcallen, TX – Aug 11, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

I believe in providing conservative compassionate care whenever possible. Treatment is tailored to each individual patient based on evidence-based medicine and the current orthopedic literature.  Minimally invasive surgical intervention when warranted.

biography

Dr. Elzaim grew up in Lebanon where he went to high school and completed his undergraduate studies.  After earning a Masters degree in Human Morphology from the American University of Beirut, Dr. Elzaim moved to Galveston where he earned a...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Baylor University

    Residency Hospital
  • American University Of Beirut

    Undergraduate School
  • University Of Texas Medical Branch

    Medical School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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  • MD Degree with Honors, UTMB, 2002

  • Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society, 2002

  • Paul E. Standjord Young Investigator Award, 2000

  • Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, 2002

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Office315 E Mark S Pena Dr Edinburg, TX 78539
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Mission Orthopaedics PA1313 St Claire Blvd Mission, TX 78572
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Doctor's Hospital at Renaissance5501 S McColl Rd Edinburg, TX 78539
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