Overview
Curtis Bush, MD, is a dedicated orthopaedic surgeon and orthopaedic sports medicine surgeon on the team at Texas Orthopaedic Associates. Dr. Bush sees patients from the practice's locations in Fort Worth and Weatherford, Texas. After completing his undergraduate education at the University of Virginia, Dr. Bush pursued his medical school education at Louisiana State University in New Orleans. He completed his orthopaedic residency at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, D.C., followed by a sports medicine fellowship at the Steadman Hawkins Clinic of the Carolinas in South Carolina, where he had the opportunity to train with renowned surgeon, Dr. Richard Hawkins. Dr. Bush's clinical focus is on all areas of sports medicine, including arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery of the upper and lower extremities. His research interests have focused on the shoulder, hip, and knee, including shoulder instability, anatomic and reverse shoulder replacement, reconstructive knee surgery, and hip arthroscopy. Dr. Bush has provided coverage of various athletic teams, including teams at the University of Texas at Arlington, Colorado Rockies Spring training 2012, Greenville Drive baseball team (Boston Red Sox Class A Affiliate), Greenville Road Warriors hockey team (New York Rangers Affiliate), as well as various high school football teams. Originally from New Orleans, Dr. Bush has been involved in competitive athletics most of his life and credits that involvement with his long-standing interest in orthopaedic sports medicine. A competitive athlete in three sports in high school, Dr. Bush went on to play varsity soccer at the University of Virginia. He continues to be a football enthusiast and enjoys golf, tennis, and cycling in his free time.
His top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Arthritis, Acute Pain, Osteoarthritis, and Hip Replacement.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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5900 Altamesa Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76132
Weatherford, TX 76086
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Baylor Scott & White Orthopedic Associates Of Dallas - Complex Shoulder Institute
Dr. Khazzam is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who joined Baylor Scott & White Health following 14 years in practice at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, where he served as the chief of shoulder surgery.Dr. Khazzam specializes in evaluating and treating atraumatic and traumatic shoulder injuries. He specializes in reparative and complex shoulder reconstruction surgery. Dr. Khazzam uses his advanced orthopedics training to provide highly individualized care for patients of all ages and activity levels, from amateur athletes to seasoned pros and beyond. His expertise includes the latest surgical and nonsurgical advancements to alleviate pain and restore function, offering innovative arthroscopic surgery as well as open surgical management procedures, depending on the demands of the disorder. He is uniquely adept at performing revision shoulder surgery, total shoulder replacements, and reverse total shoulder replacements—which are complex surgeries needed for only the severest injuries. Dr. Khazzam is very active in clinical and basic science research, with a primary interest in outcomes-based research and evidence-based medicine. He has published numerous peer-reviewed journal articles and textbook chapters. Dr. Khazzam has been named a Texas Super Doctor for 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025 by Texas Monthly. Dr. Khazzam is an active member of American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons. There he holds the distinction of a Neer Circle Fellow which is an honor given to members who have demonstrated significant contributions to the field of shoulder and elbow surgery. Dr. Khazzam is very active in research and has published numerous peer-reviewed journal articles and textbook chapters Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff (“ARC) study : randomized clinical trial comparing operative and non-operative treatment for rotator cuff tears that develop over time. This study aims to find out which treatment works better and for whom, in order to help patients in the future select the best treatment for them. Degenerative rotator-cuff disorders Current concepts review: revision rotator cuff repair Risk factors associated with degenerative glenohumeral osteoarthritis Obesity is associated with muscle atrophy in rotator cuff tear Risk factor prediction and categorization for glenohumeral osteoarthritis: A classification and regression tree analysis Low success rate of closed reductions when treating dislocations after reverse shoulder arthroplasty Magnetic resonance imaging identification of rotator cuff retears after repair: interobserver and intraobserver agreement Management of glenohumeral joint osteoarthritis evidence-based clinical practice guideline Click here to read more of Dr. Khazzam’s research publications. Dr. Khazzam is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Frozen Shoulder, Bone Graft, and Endoscopy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Curtis A. Bush
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Curtis A. Bush?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Curtis A. Bush by calling their office at 817-854-9969. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Curtis A. Bush a top-rated expert for Frozen Shoulder?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Curtis A. Bush is classified as an Experienced expert for Frozen Shoulder, 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. Curtis A. Bush specialize in?
While Dr. Curtis A. Bush is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Frozen Shoulder, Arthritis, and Acute Pain. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Curtis A. Bush participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Curtis A. Bush has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like Frozen Shoulder. You can view a list of Dr. Curtis A. Bush's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Curtis A. Bush accept my insurance?
Dr. Curtis A. Bush accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 817-854-9969 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Acute PainDr. Bush isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pain.
- ArthritisDr. Bush isExperienced. Learn about Arthritis.
- BursitisDr. Bush isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Frozen ShoulderDr. Bush isExperienced. Learn about Frozen Shoulder.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Bush isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Bush isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.