Overview
Dr. James Showery earned his undergraduate degree at The University of Texas at Austin and his medical degree at Texas Tech University Health Science Center School of Medicine in his hometown of El Paso. He completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston and a fellowship in orthopedic and neurosurgical spine surgery at the Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Showery has been in practice since 2016. His primary clinical interests are cervical myelopathy, spinal stenosis, spinal trauma, spinal fractures, adult spinal deformity, revision spinal surgery, degenerative spine disease, spine injuries in athletes, minimally invasive spine surgery and motion preservation. An assistant professor at McGovern Medical School, Dr. Showery is active, both locally and nationally, in resident education. He has presented research at national and international meetings, authored several peer-reviewed publications and book chapters and developed multiple ongoing research studies in spine surgery. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Orthopaedic Trauma Association, AO Spine North America and Lumbar Spine Research Society.
His clinical expertise encompasses Coccydynia.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles.
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Dr. Eric Klineberg received his undergraduate degree from Rice University and then a master’s degree in zoology and neural networks at the University of Maryland, before earning his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine. He completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at the University of Washington Medical System in Seattle then a combined neurosurgery and orthopedic surgical spine fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in Ohio. Dr. Klineberg is board certified in orthopedic surgery. His primary clinical interests include spinal degeneration, deformity, tumor and fracture; adult and pediatric spinal deformity surgery; and cervical compression and deformity. Dr. Klineberg is committed to excellence in surgical care with an emphasis on communication, compassion and empathy. He strives to treat each patient as he would like himself or a family member to be treated. A professor and vice chair in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, Dr. Klineberg serves as Chief of Orthopedic Spine Surgery and holds the Milton “Chip” Routt Endowed Chair of Spinal Surgery. His research, teaching and clinical activity have earned Dr. Klineberg an international reputation in spinal deformity surgery. Author of over then 300 publications and book chapters, he also edited Adult Lumbar Scoliosis, A Clinical Guide to Diagnosis and Management and is a principal or co-principal investigator for more than a half-dozen clinical studies. His major research interests are enhancement of spinal fusion with stem cells and proteins and spinal deformity and outcomes. He serves on the board of directors of the Scoliosis Research Society and on the executive committee of the International Spine Study Group. He is also the North American Chair of AO Spine, a global academic community that promotes excellence in education, research, patient care and outcomes. Dr. Klineberg is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lordosis, Kyphosis, Scoliosis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James Showery
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James Showery?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James Showery by calling their office at 713-486-0910. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James Showery a top-rated expert for Coccydynia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James Showery is classified as an Experienced expert for Coccydynia, 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 Showery specialize in?
While Dr. James Showery is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Coccydynia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. James Showery participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. James Showery has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Coccydynia. You can view a list of Dr. James Showery's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. James Showery accept my insurance?
Dr. James Showery accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-486-0910 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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