The 20 Best Infectious Arthritis Doctors Near Me in Texas, US

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 1038 doctor with experience in Infectious Arthritis near Texas, US. Of these, 938 are Experienced, 91 are Advanced, 7 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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    Elite in Infectious Arthritis
    Elite in Infectious Arthritis

    Texas Scottish Rite Hospital For Children

    2222 Welborn St, 
    Dallas, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lawson Copley is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Copley is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infectious Arthritis, Pyomyositis, Septic Arthritis, and Toxic Synovitis. Dr. Copley is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery- American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery.

    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis

    Texas Center For Joint Replacement - Plano

    6020 W Parker Rd, Ste 470, 
    Plano, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard D. Reitman, M.D., specializes in total joint replacement surgeries of the shoulder, elbow, ankle, hip and knee. He joined the Texas Center for Joint Replacement staff in July 2000. He also has advanced training in the area of complicated hip and knee revision surgery.After completing his undergraduate work in engineering at Michigan State University, and his medical training at Wayne State in Michigan, he studied orthopedic surgery at the prestigious Harvard Combined Orthopedic surgery training program in Boston, Mass. His fellowships included joint replacement surgery at Brigham and Women's at Massachusetts General Hospitals in Boston. There he studied hip, knee and shoulder replacement techniques and participated in a study of a new type of total ankle implant that improves motion with less bone loss than current methods. He was appointed as a clinical instructor at Harvard Medical School during his stay there.Reitman believes in joint preservation surgery. He offers many surgeries that are designed for people whose joint disease is not advanced enough for total joint surgery, but causes them enough discomfort that they are ready for treatment. These techniques include arthroscopy and osteotomy, as well as other procedures. He is very interested in exercise and therapy as treatment for arthritis.You can often see Reitman running or biking along the roads of the North Texas area as he trains for marathons and triathlons. Dr. Reitman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Tendinitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Elite in Infectious Arthritis
    Elite in Infectious Arthritis

    Baylor College Of Medicine

    6701 Fannin St, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Rosenfeld is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Rosenfeld is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Septic Arthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease (LCPD), Osteomyelitis in Children, and Osteotomy.

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    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics

    Texas Health Hand And Upper Extremity Specialists

    902 W Randol Mill Rd, Ste 120, 
    Arlington, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy Niacaris is a Hand Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Arlington, Texas. Dr. Niacaris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trigger Thumb, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren Contracture, and Rhizarthrosis.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Sports Medicine | Orthopedics
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Sports Medicine | Orthopedics

    Sideline Orthopedics And Sports

    4401 Park Springs Blvd, Ste 130, 
    Arlington, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lindsey Dietrich is a Sports Medicine specialist and an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Arlington, Texas. Dr. Dietrich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Osgood-Schlatter Disease, Osteochondritis Dissecans, Tendinitis, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Podiatric Surgery | Orthopedics
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Podiatric Surgery | Orthopedics

    Texas Health Orthopedic Specialists

    902 W Randol Mill Rd, Ste 120, 
    Arlington, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Drew Stal is a Podiatric Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Arlington, Texas. Dr. Stal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Flat Feet, Foot Drop, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Orthopedics

    Texas Hip And Knee Center - Fort Worth

    6301 Harris Pkwy, Ste 300, 
    Fort Worth, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin

    "Dr. David Shau is a Fort Worth native who is fellowship-trained in reconstructive surgery of the hip and knee. He serves as a Fellowship Co-Director at the Texas Hip and Knee Center as well as a Physician Development Coach at the Anne Burnett Marion School of Medicine at Texas Christian University. He was first exposed to orthopedics in high school following his own sports-related injuries but gained further interest through his undergraduate studies in biomedical engineering at the University of Texas at Austin, where he was first introduced to biomechanics, material science, and healthcare technology, among many other related topics. He then attended Vanderbilt University for a dual MD/MBA program and was active in orthopedic research and clinical participation, which earned him the Orthopaedic Clerkship Award. Next, he completed his orthopedic surgery training at Emory University and also completed a healthcare management residency. He was selected to serve as an administrative chief resident during his final year of residency and completed a fellowship in hip and knee arthroplasty at the University of California, San Francisco.Dr. Shau utilizes a variety of techniques and approaches for hip and knee care and offers technology-assisted surgeries, partial and total joint replacements, as well as same-day surgeries for appropriate candidates. He places a priority on communication, teamwork, and perioperative care for his patients, with the aim of improving quality of life for both patients and their loved ones alike. Dr. Shau is one of the physicians of Texas Hip and Knee Center, a part of Texas Health Physicians Group. All Texas Hip and Knee Center physicians are on the medical staff of Texas Health Harris Hospital Southwest. They primarily practice at Texas Health Clearfork, a part of Texas Health Southwest that is a premier destination for joint care, where they collectively perform more than 3,000 hip and knee replacements annually.WATCH NOW:</h5>Texas Hip and Knee Center: Patient Testimonial - Mary Harrison</a>WATCH NOW:</h5>Patient Testimonial: Pat Cooper -- Texas Health Physicians Group</a>WATCH NOW:</h5>Texas Health GMT</a>". Dr. Shau is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Osteonecrosis, Bursitis, Laminectomy, and Knee Replacement.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Podiatric Surgery | Orthopedics
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Podiatric Surgery | Orthopedics

    Orthopedic Surgery Specialists - Denton

    Denton, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stuart Michnick is a Podiatric Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Denton, Texas. Dr. Michnick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Metatarsalgia, Tendinitis, Caffey Disease, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Orthopedics

    Orthopedic Surgery Specialists - Denton

    Denton, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jay Bender is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Denton, Texas. Dr. Bender is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Texas Health Orthopedic Specialists

    902 W Randol Mill Rd, Ste 120, 
    Arlington, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Telugu, Urdu

    "Board-certified orthopedic surgeon Venkat Rapuri, M.D., is fellowship-trained in adult reconstruction (total joint replacement surgeries). He has more than two decades of clinical experience focused on providing advanced and minimally invasive orthopedic surgical care to active individuals and athletes.Fellowship-trained in adult reconstruction</li>Fellow, American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons</li>Fellow, American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons</li></ul>Dr. Rapuri received his medical degree from the Guntur Medical College, NTR University of Health Sciences in Guntur, India, in 1994. He went on to train in the area of general surgery through the prestigious Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in the United Kingdom before earning his master's degree in orthopaedics at James Cook University Hospital in Teesside, U.K. Dr. Rapuri came to the United States in 2003 to complete his internship and orthopedic residency training at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, Pa., followed by fellowship training in adult reconstruction at the Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, Ariz.Dr. Rapuri's areas of special focus include traditional and less-invasive surgical approaches to hip replacement, with the majority of his primary hip replacement procedures taking place through the table-less Direct Anterior Approach. He also focuses on custom and uni-knee replacements, hip and knee revision surgery, and treatments for hip and knee trauma and joint infections.Prior to joining Orthopedic Medicine Specialists, Dr. Rapuri worked as an adult reconstructive orthopedic surgeon with Healthspan Medical Group and Ahuja Medical Center in Ohio. He has also consulted in the area of surgeon education.WATCH NOW:</h5>Patient Testimonial: Jessie Hunt - Orthopedic Medicine Specialists</a>". Dr. Rapuri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Bowlegs, Knock Knees, Hip Replacement, and Synovectomy.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Texas Hip And Knee Center - Fort Worth

    6301 Harris Pkwy, Ste 300, 
    Fort Worth, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Ogden is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Fort Worth, Texas. Dr. Ogden is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Resurfacing.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Texas Health Orthopedic Specialists

    1110 Raintree Cir, Ste 100, 
    Allen, TX 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    An early interest in engineering fueled Dr. Hunter Graver’s desire to find solutions for human health problems by pursuing a career in medicine. After graduating with a degree in Chemical Engineering with high honors from the University of Texas at Austin in 2012 he earned his medical degree from the University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio in 2016, graduating at the top of his class. He then completed his orthopedic surgery residency training at the combined William Beaumont Army Medical Center and Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center program in El Paso, TX. A passion for implant design and restoring patient function led Dr. Graver to pursue fellowship training in adult reconstruction at the esteemed Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush in Chicago, IL. His areas of clinical focus include minimally invasive total and partial hip and knee replacement, complex and revision hip and knee replacement, as well as comprehensive upper and lower extremity trauma/fracture care.In his free time Dr. Graver enjoys spending time with his wife and their dogs, hiking, biking, and traveling. Dr. Graver is a member of the American Academy of Hip and Knee Surgeons and American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. Dr. Graver is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Tendinitis.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Orthopedic Surgery Specialists - Denton

    Denton, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Whatley is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Denton, Texas. Dr. Whatley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement.

    Distinguished in Infectious Arthritis
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in Infectious Arthritis
    Infectious Disease
    4102 24th Street, Suite 403, 
    Lubbock, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dennis Duriex is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Duriex is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infectious Arthritis, Secondary Immunodeficiency (SID), Osteomyelitis, and Osteomyelitis in Children. Dr. Duriex is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine

    Family MedClinic

    2761 Trinity Mills Rd, Ste 100, 
    Carrollton, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi

    Ketan Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Carrollton, Texas. Dr. Patel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Infectious Arthritis, Atherosclerosis, Gastrostomy, and Knee Replacement.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine | Pediatrics

    Texas Health Family Care

    5701 Bryant Irvin Road, Ste 201, 
    Fort Worth, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Kwaw is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics in Fort Worth, Texas. Dr. Kwaw is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Ureteroscopy.

    Distinguished in Infectious Arthritis
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in Infectious Arthritis
    Infectious Disease

    Baylor College Of Medicine

    6701 Fannin St, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sheldon Kaplan is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Kaplan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteomyelitis in Children, Osteomyelitis, Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), and Infectious Arthritis.

    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Infectious Disease | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Infectious Disease | Internal Medicine

    Texas Centers For Infectious Disease Associates

    3410 Worth St, Ste 740, 
    Dallas, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Cedric Spak is an Infectious Disease specialist and an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Spak is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Actinomycosis, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Osteomyelitis, and Cytomegalovirus Infection. Dr. Spak is board certified in Infectious Disease- American Board Of Internal Med/Infectious Disease, Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Medicine, and Infectious Disease- American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine

    Baylor McNair - Orthopedic Surgery

    7200 Cambridge St, 10th Fl, Ste A-2, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Dawson specializes in complex fractures - periarticular and multiple extremity, pelvis fractures, and fracture nonunions/malunions. Dr. Dawson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infectious Arthritis, Septic Arthritis, Caffey Disease, Arthritis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Dawson is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Infectious Disease | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Infectious Disease | Internal Medicine

    Texas Centers For Infectious Disease Associates

    1025 College Ave, 
    Fort Worth, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kevin Golden is an Infectious Disease specialist and an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Fort Worth, Texas. Dr. Golden is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteomyelitis, Pseudomonas Stutzeri Infections, Osteomyelitis in Children, and Infectious Arthritis. Dr. Golden is board certified in Infectious Disease- American Board Of Internal Med/Infectious Disease, Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Med, Infectious Disease- American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Medicine, and Infectious Disease- American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Infectious Arthritis?

    Infectious arthritis is joint pain, soreness, stiffness and swelling caused by a bacterial, viral, or fungal infection that spreads from another part of the body. Depending on the type of infection, one or more joints may be affected. Certain bacteria can cause a form of Infectious arthritis called reactive arthritis, which appears to be caused by the immune system reacting to bacteria, rather than by the infection itself. In reactive arthritis, joint inflammation develops weeks, months or even years after the infection. Reactive arthritis happens most commonly after infections of the genital and gastrointestinal tracts. To diagnose Infectious arthritis, your health care provider may do tests of your blood, urine, and joint fluid.

    When should I see an Infectious Arthritis doctor in Texas, US?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Infectious Arthritis doctor in Texas, US?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Infectious Arthritis doctors in Texas, US?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Infectious Arthritis doctors in Texas, US?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Infectious Arthritis doctor in Texas, US?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Infectious Arthritis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Infectious Arthritis doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Infectious Arthritis doctor in Texas, US?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Infectious Arthritis doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Infectious Arthritis doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Infectious Arthritis doctors in Texas, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Infectious Arthritis doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Infectious Arthritis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Infectious Arthritis doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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