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"Using his fellowship training in spinal surgery for adult and pediatric patients, Ioannis Alexander Avramis, MD, board-certified orthopedic surgeon, focuses on the comprehensive treatment of spinal deformity of both patient populations. Dr. Avramis is Director of the Baylor Scott & White Spine & Scoliosis Center at Baylor University Medical Center through which he endeavors to develop innovative treatments for spine conditions. In the past, he has also served as research director of the Baylor Scott & White Scoliosis Center - Plano. Dr. Avramis was born in Houston and raised in southern California. He earned his bachelor's degree from UCLA, was inducted Phi Beta Kappa and graduated with honors summa cum laude. Medical school studies were completed at UC Davis in Sacramento, California, followed by an orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Southern California and Los Angeles County Hospital. Dr. Avramis has received additional specialized training in adult and pediatric spinal surgery during his fellowship at UC Davis Medical Center and Shriner's Hospital for Children-Northern California. Dr. Avramis is dedicated to advancing the field of spinal surgery through research, publication and membership in various societies which include the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeon, North American Spine Society and Scoliosis Research Society. He has contributed to more than thirty medical publications and spine textbook chapters, and holds a medical patent. In addition to the book chapters and research projects for which he serves as principal investigator, Dr. Avramis is interested in the development of instruments and techniques that allow patients to have a more successful and less painful surgical experience. Dr. Avramis was recognized by Texas Top Docs as a ""Top Doctor"" for his commitment to excellence in Orthopedic Surgery for 2025. Dr. Avramis has been nominated for the fifth consecutive year for D Magazine's 2025 Best Docs . D Magazine has named Baylor Scott & White Orthopedics the ""Face of Orthopedics"" for 2025. Read Dr. Avramis's article, "" How to talk to your doctor about your back pain. "" Read Dr. Avramis's article, "" Seeing a spine doctor? How to prepare and what questions to ask ."" Read Dr. Avramis's article, ""Tech neck is real: 7 smart ways to prevent or treat it."" Dr. Avramis has been named a Texas Super Doctor for 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025 by Texas Monthly. Watch here as Dr. Avramis discusses our growing understanding of pediatric idiopathic scoliosis, how it's diagnosed and what options there are to treat it. Dr. Avramis talks with Sam Baker, with KERA News, about 'Tech neck:' Why too much onscreen time can cause injuries and how to fix it .".
Dr. Avramis is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Spinal Stenosis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.
Dr. Avramis is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery- American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 17 peer reviewed articles.
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3800 Gaylord Pkwy, Ste 810, Frisco, TX 75034
3900 Junius St, Ste 705, Dallas, TX 75246
3800 Gaylord Pkwy, Ste 830, Frisco, TX 75034
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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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After obtaining his M.D. at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Cheng completed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at U.C. Davis and his spine surgery fellowship with the world-renowned spine surgery group at Washington University in St. Louis. Board-certified in Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. Cheng was a tenured Full Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Stanford University. He has over 76 peer-reviewed publications, 9 book chapters, has given over 184 presentations at national and international meetings, and was a Deputy Editor for The Spine Journal. Dr. Cheng has received many awards including the Timothy Bray Trauma Award from U.C. Davis, the Saul Halpern Orthopaedic Teacher of the Year Award from Stanford, the International Society for the Study of the Lumbar Spine Prize in Clinical Research, and Outstanding Paper Awards from the North American Spine Society.Dr. Cheng specializes in the latest surgical techniques in the spine including minimally-invasive surgery, cervical surgery, complex deformities, and revisions of other surgeries with less-than optimal outcomes. He is well-accustomed to all pathologies in the spine including degenerative disorders, deformity, trauma, infections, and tumors. Dr. Cheng is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kyphosis, Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ioannis A. Avramis
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ioannis A. Avramis?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ioannis A. Avramis by calling their office at 972-817-7450. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ioannis A. Avramis a top-rated expert for Scoliosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ioannis A. Avramis is classified as an Distinguished expert for Scoliosis, 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. Ioannis A. Avramis specialize in?
While Dr. Ioannis A. Avramis is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Scoliosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, and Spinal Stenosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Ioannis A. Avramis participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ioannis A. Avramis has published 17 articles and abstracts on conditions like Scoliosis. You can view a list of Dr. Ioannis A. Avramis's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ioannis A. Avramis accept my insurance?
Dr. Ioannis A. Avramis accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 972-817-7450 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Adolescent Idiopathic ScoliosisDr. Avramis isDistinguished. Learn about Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis.
- ScoliosisDr. Avramis isDistinguished. Learn about Scoliosis.
- Spinal StenosisDr. Avramis isDistinguished. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
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- Cervical Disc SurgeryDr. Avramis isAdvanced. Learn about Cervical Disc Surgery.
- Herniated Disc SurgeryDr. Avramis isAdvanced. Learn about Herniated Disc Surgery.
- KyphosisDr. Avramis isAdvanced. Learn about Kyphosis.
- LaminectomyDr. Avramis isAdvanced. Learn about Laminectomy.
- MicrodiscectomyDr. Avramis isAdvanced. Learn about Microdiscectomy.
- SpondylolisthesisDr. Avramis isAdvanced. Learn about Spondylolisthesis.
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- Bone GraftDr. Avramis isExperienced. Learn about Bone Graft.
- Cervical SpondylosisDr. Avramis isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Spondylosis.
- CoccydyniaDr. Avramis isExperienced. Learn about Coccydynia.
- Facet Joint SyndromeDr. Avramis isExperienced. Learn about Facet Joint Syndrome.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Avramis isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- Herniated DiskDr. Avramis isExperienced. Learn about Herniated Disk.