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"Dr. James Rizkalla was born and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana. He attended Indiana University, where he obtained his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and was inducted into the Gold Humanism Honor Society. While in medical school, Dr. Rizkalla obtained a prestigious research fellowship at the University of Oxford, England to perform orthopedic research at the Botnar Institute for Musculoskeletal Sciences. Dr. Rizkalla completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. During his time there, he served as chief resident and received both the Resident Teaching Award and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. Following residency, he was awarded a position at the University of Utah Complex Spine Fellowship, regarded as one of the most selective and top fellowships in the country. After his complex spine fellowship at the University of Utah, Dr. Rizkalla was granted a minimally-invasive AO Spine Fellowship position at the Spine Ortho Clinic in Melbourne, Australia focusing on motion preservation, endoscopy, and robotics. Dr. Rizkalla has a strong interest in advancing the field of spine surgery through basic science and clinical research and is the recipient of research grants and awards. He has authored numerous publications, book chapters, abstracts, and presents regularly at national and international meetings on topics related to diseases of the spine. He serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at Texas A&M College of Medicine, as well as the Medical Director for orthopedic research at Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas, Texas. Read Dr. Rizkalla's article, ""Back pain? 10 possible causes and what to do about it"" . D Magazine has named Baylor Scott & White Orthopedics the ""Face of Orthopedics"" for 2025. Read more here . Read Dr. Rizkalla's article, ""Best exercises for herniated disc: 9 safe moves to strengthen and heal your spine"".".
His clinical expertise encompasses Facet Joint Syndrome, Synovial Osteochondromatosis, Chondroma, Spinal Fusion, and Hip Replacement.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 62 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Rizkalla is currently accepting new patients.
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3900 Junius St, Ste 705, Dallas, TX 75246
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Is Dr. James M. Rizkalla a top-rated expert for Spinal Fusion?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James M. Rizkalla is classified as an Experienced expert for Spinal Fusion, 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. James M. Rizkalla specialize in?
While Dr. James M. Rizkalla is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Spinal Fusion, Facet Joint Syndrome, and Synovial Osteochondromatosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. James M. Rizkalla participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. James M. Rizkalla has published 62 articles and abstracts on conditions like Spinal Fusion. You can view a list of Dr. James M. Rizkalla's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. James M. Rizkalla accept my insurance?
Dr. James M. Rizkalla 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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- Synovial OsteochondromatosisDr. Rizkalla isExperienced. Learn about Synovial Osteochondromatosis.