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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 top areas of expertise are Facet Joint Syndrome, Synovial Osteochondromatosis, Chondroma, Hip Replacement, and Rhizotomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 51 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Waxahachie, TX 75165
3900 Junius St, Ste 705, Dallas, TX 75246
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James Rizkalla
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James Rizkalla?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James Rizkalla 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. James Rizkalla a top-rated expert for Facet Joint Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James Rizkalla is classified as an Experienced expert for Facet Joint Syndrome, 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 Rizkalla specialize in?
While Dr. James Rizkalla is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Facet Joint Syndrome, Synovial Osteochondromatosis, and Chondroma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. James Rizkalla participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. James Rizkalla has published 51 articles and abstracts on conditions like Facet Joint Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. James 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 Rizkalla accept my insurance?
Dr. James 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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- ChondromaDr. Rizkalla isExperienced. Learn about Chondroma.
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- Facet Joint SyndromeDr. Rizkalla isExperienced. Learn about Facet Joint Syndrome.
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- Hip ReplacementDr. Rizkalla isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.