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Dr. Melissa Arief, MD

Dr. Melissa Arief, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*

Dr. Melissa Arief, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Shenandoah, TX. She is affiliated with Houston Methodist the Woodlands Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 102 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (102 reviews)

Locations

Houston Methodist Department of Neurosurgery

Medical Office Building 117183 Interstate 45 S Ste 210 Shenandoah, TX 77385
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New Patient?
(281) 925-7877

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Arief is affiliated with Houston Methodist the Woodlands Hospital The Woodlands, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Arief specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Arief's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Arief

4.8

102 ratings, 91 with a written review
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Apr 15, 2025
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Apr 13, 2025
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Mar 14, 2025
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  • I felt respected
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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Feb 13, 2025
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Feb 12, 2025
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Feb 11, 2025
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Feb 04, 2025
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Jan 24, 2025
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Jan 17, 2025
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Jan 09, 2025
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Jan 03, 2025
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Dec 30, 2024
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Dec 19, 2024
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Dec 17, 2024
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Dec 03, 2024
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Dec 03, 2024
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Nov 28, 2024
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Nov 22, 2024
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care philosophy

My focus is to provide excellent medical care to my patients and a good experience. I work to help my patients understand their issues and diagnosis. We then work together to decide the optimal treatment plan to achieve the best outcome.

biography

Dr. Melissa S. Arief is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a subspecialty certificate in surgery of the hand. Prior to joining the Houston Methodist team, she was the chief of surgery at Baylor St. Luke's The Vintage Hospital. Dr. Arief...read more
  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • The Philadelphia Hand Center

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Suny Downstate Health Sciences University

    Residency Hospital
  • Yale School Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Houston Methodist the Woodlands Hospital

    17201 Interstate 45 S
    The Woodlands, TX 77385
    Recipient of 24
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    17% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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