Overview
Dr. Cristin John Mathew earned his medical degree at Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine in Blacksburg, Va., where he worked with the Virginia Tech athletic program. He completed a residency in orthopedic surgery at Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra-Northwell Health in New York state and a fellowship training in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery at Houston Methodist Hospital. Board certified in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine, Dr. Mathew has practiced since 2012. One of his primary clinical interests is personalized, minimally invasive, muscle-sparing, robotically assisted joint replacements. With this technique, patients typically experience a significantly faster and less painful recovery with a more normal-feeling replacement, which may greatly improve pain levels and recovery time. He also performs complex joint preservation procedures, transplant surgery and fracture repair. Dr. Mathew’s practice philosophy centers on providing advanced technology and treatment for his patients. He is active in mentoring students and physicians through academic affiliations with McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston and The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. He contributes to several professional publications, lectures at national meetings and serves as a researcher for several organizations focused on advancing patient care.
Dr. Mathew is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Synovitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Mathew is currently accepting new patients.
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Dr. Eric Klineberg received his undergraduate degree from Rice University and then a master’s degree in zoology and neural networks at the University of Maryland, before earning his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine. He completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at the University of Washington Medical System in Seattle then a combined neurosurgery and orthopedic surgical spine fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in Ohio. Dr. Klineberg is board certified in orthopedic surgery. His primary clinical interests include spinal degeneration, deformity, tumor and fracture; adult and pediatric spinal deformity surgery; and cervical compression and deformity. Dr. Klineberg is committed to excellence in surgical care with an emphasis on communication, compassion and empathy. He strives to treat each patient as he would like himself or a family member to be treated. A professor and vice chair in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, Dr. Klineberg serves as Chief of Orthopedic Spine Surgery and holds the Milton “Chip” Routt Endowed Chair of Spinal Surgery. His research, teaching and clinical activity have earned Dr. Klineberg an international reputation in spinal deformity surgery. Author of over then 300 publications and book chapters, he also edited Adult Lumbar Scoliosis, A Clinical Guide to Diagnosis and Management and is a principal or co-principal investigator for more than a half-dozen clinical studies. His major research interests are enhancement of spinal fusion with stem cells and proteins and spinal deformity and outcomes. He serves on the board of directors of the Scoliosis Research Society and on the executive committee of the International Spine Study Group. He is also the North American Chair of AO Spine, a global academic community that promotes excellence in education, research, patient care and outcomes. Dr. Klineberg is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lordosis, Kyphosis, Scoliosis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Cristin Mathew
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Cristin Mathew?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Cristin Mathew by calling their office at 281-335-1111. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Cristin Mathew a top-rated expert for Osteoarthritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Cristin Mathew is classified as an Advanced expert for Osteoarthritis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Cristin Mathew specialize in?
While Dr. Cristin Mathew is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Synovitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Cristin Mathew participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Cristin Mathew has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteoarthritis. You can view a list of Dr. Cristin Mathew's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Cristin Mathew accept my insurance?
Dr. Cristin Mathew accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 281-335-1111 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- OsteoarthritisDr. Mathew isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
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- Baker CystDr. Mathew isExperienced. Learn about Baker Cyst.
- BursitisDr. Mathew isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Contracture DeformityDr. Mathew isExperienced. Learn about Contracture Deformity.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Mathew isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- SynovitisDr. Mathew isExperienced. Learn about Synovitis.
- TendinitisDr. Mathew isExperienced. Learn about Tendinitis.