Overview
Dr. David Garrett, Jr., is a board-certified physician specializing in neurosurgery. His professional interests include pediatric neurosurgical conditions, brain tumors, trauma, complex spine conditions, correcting previous failed back surgeries and treating adult scoliosis. Before going into private practice and joining the Baylor Scott & White family, Dr. Garrett served as a military neurosurgeon with deployments supporting Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. He then served as a consultant to the Air Force Surgeon General for Neurosurgery and chaired the combined departments of neurosurgery for Brooke Army Medical Center and Wilford Hall USAF Medical Center. Dr. Garrett is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and its South Texas chapter, the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, the Congress of Neurological Surgeons and the Texas Association of Neurological Surgeons. He is proud to have helped found the neurosurgery residency at Texas A&M Medical University at Baylor Scott & White in Temple, Texas. Outside of work, Dr. Garrett enjoys foreign languages (he’s trilingual in English, Spanish and German), carpentry and home remodeling.
Dr. Garrett is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Meningocele, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 15 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX 76508
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. David Garrett
How do I make an appointment with Dr. David Garrett?
You can book an appointment with Dr. David Garrett by calling their office at 254-724-2111. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. David Garrett a top-rated expert for Meningocele?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David Garrett is classified as an Advanced expert for Meningocele, 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. David Garrett specialize in?
While Dr. David Garrett is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Meningocele, Subdural Hematoma, and Chronic Subdural Hematoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. David Garrett participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. David Garrett has published 15 articles and abstracts on conditions like Meningocele. You can view a list of Dr. David Garrett's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. David Garrett accept my insurance?
Dr. David Garrett accepts most major insurance plans, including Baylor Scott & White Health and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 254-724-2111 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- MeningoceleDr. Garrett isAdvanced. Learn about Meningocele.
- Subdural HematomaDr. Garrett isAdvanced. Learn about Subdural Hematoma.
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- Adolescent Idiopathic ScoliosisDr. Garrett isExperienced. Learn about Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis.
- ApoplexyDr. Garrett isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Arachnoid CystsDr. Garrett isExperienced. Learn about Arachnoid Cysts.
- Balloon SinuplastyDr. Garrett isExperienced. Learn about Balloon Sinuplasty.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Garrett isExperienced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Garrett isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.