Dr. David N. Shau
Overview
"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.
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".Dr. Shau is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Osteonecrosis, Bursitis, Laminectomy, and Knee Replacement.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 42 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
6301 Harris Pkwy, Ste 300, Fort Worth, TX 76132
10900 Founders Way, Ste 201, Fort Worth, TX 76244
Fort Worth, TX 76109
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 N. Shau
How do I make an appointment with Dr. David N. Shau?
You can book an appointment with Dr. David N. Shau by calling their office at 817-877-3432. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. David N. Shau a top-rated expert for Laminectomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David N. Shau is classified as an Distinguished expert for Laminectomy, 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 N. Shau specialize in?
While Dr. David N. Shau is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Laminectomy, Osteoarthritis, and Knee Replacement. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. David N. Shau participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. David N. Shau has published 42 articles and abstracts on conditions like Laminectomy. You can view a list of Dr. David N. Shau's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. David N. Shau accept my insurance?
Dr. David N. Shau accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 817-877-3432 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- LaminectomyDr. Shau isDistinguished. Learn about Laminectomy.
- Advanced
- BursitisDr. Shau isAdvanced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Knee ReplacementDr. Shau isAdvanced. Learn about Knee Replacement.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Shau isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- OsteonecrosisDr. Shau isAdvanced. Learn about Osteonecrosis.
- Experienced
- Acute PainDr. Shau isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pain.
- Baker CystDr. Shau isExperienced. Learn about Baker Cyst.
- Beukes Familial Hip DysplasiaDr. Shau isExperienced. Learn about Beukes Familial Hip Dysplasia.
- Contracture DeformityDr. Shau isExperienced. Learn about Contracture Deformity.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Shau isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- Infectious ArthritisDr. Shau isExperienced. Learn about Infectious Arthritis.