Overview
John S. Early, MD, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon on the team at Texas Orthopaedic Associates. He sees patients at the Walnut Hill Lane location in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Early specializes in the care of foot and ankle abnormalities, with a specialty in managing severe fractures of the foot and ankle and correcting neuromuscular imbalance caused by disease or injury. His interests range from the management of toe deformities to restoring weight-bearing function with complex reconstructions, and he is well-versed in the use of both internal fixation and complex external frames for limb reconstruction. He has over 20 years of experience in ankle replacement surgery and is a leader in custom reconstruction for ankle replacement. Dr. Early graduated from Princeton University in Princeton, New Jersey, with a Bachelor of Science in chemical engineering. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas, where he also completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery prior to finishing an internship in general surgery at the University of Pennsylvania’s Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia. He finished up his medical training with a fellowship in foot and ankle surgery at the University of Washington’s Harborview Medical Center in Seattle. After completing his education, Dr. Early gave back to the medical community by serving for 10 years as a full-time orthopaedic faculty member and the head of the foot and ankle division at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, where he is currently still a clinical professor of orthopaedic surgery. Dr. Early is recognized as a leading member of his field. He was named a top doctor by TXTopDocs for the last 20 years. He is internationally renowned for his expertise in foot and ankle reconstruction, having published numerous articles and book chapters on the subject, as well as co-directing a well-regarded foot and ankle fellowship.
Dr. Early is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Arthritis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, and Hammer Toe.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
8210 Walnut Hill Ln, Suite 130, Dallas, TX 75231
6020 W Parker Rd, Suite 240, Plano, TX 75093
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. John Early
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John Early?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John Early by calling their office at 214-750-1207. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John Early a top-rated expert for Arthritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John Early is classified as an Distinguished expert for Arthritis, 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. John Early specialize in?
While Dr. John Early is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Arthritis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, and Tendinitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. John Early participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John Early has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Arthritis. You can view a list of Dr. John Early's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John Early accept my insurance?
Dr. John Early accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 214-750-1207 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- ArthritisDr. Early isDistinguished. Learn about Arthritis.
- Advanced
- Achilles Tendon RuptureDr. Early isAdvanced. Learn about Achilles Tendon Rupture.
- TendinitisDr. Early isAdvanced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- Experienced
- BursitisDr. Early isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Hammer ToeDr. Early isExperienced. Learn about Hammer Toe.
- MetatarsalgiaDr. Early isExperienced. Learn about Metatarsalgia.
- Morton NeuromaDr. Early isExperienced. Learn about Morton Neuroma.
- Osgood-Schlatter DiseaseDr. Early isExperienced. Learn about Osgood-Schlatter Disease.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Early isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.