Overview
Dr. Michael Greaser earned his medical degree from McGovern Medical School at UTHealth where he was inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He completed his internship and residency in orthopedic surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas where he served as chief administrative resident. He then completed a foot and ankle fellowship at the OrthoCarolina Foot and Ankle Institute in Charlotte, North Carolina. In practice since 2008, Dr. Greaser specializes in foot and ankle sports injuries and arthroscopic surgery. His clinical interests include foot and ankle surgery, sports medicine, minimally invasive foot and ankle surgery, total ankle replacement, foot and ankle arthritis and trauma, foot deformity correction, bunions, hammertoes and diabetic foot disorders. He treats patients from age 10 and up. Dr. Greaser strives to offer all available treatment options to his patients based on their individual goals and expectations. His philosophy is to rehabilitate patients without surgery first if possible. For patients requiring surgery, he provides surgical treatment options which allow the quickest return to activity. A member of the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery, Dr. Greaser is a team physician for the University of Houston athletics and serves as foot and ankle consultant for athletics at the University of St. Thomas and Houston Baptist University. Residents of the Texas Medical Center area, Dr. Greaser and his wife have two children. In his spare time he enjoys hunting, fishing, mountain biking, snowboarding, baseball and traveling.
Dr. Greaser is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, Synovitis, and Tenosynovitis.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 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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David Maldonado is a Sports Medicine specialist and an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Bellaire, Texas. He has been practicing medicine for over 24 years. Dr. Maldonado is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bursitis, Collins Pope Syndrome, Tendinitis, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael Greaser
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Greaser?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael Greaser by calling their office at 713-486-3550. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael Greaser a top-rated expert for Achilles Tendon Rupture?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael Greaser is classified as an Advanced expert for Achilles Tendon Rupture, 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. Michael Greaser specialize in?
While Dr. Michael Greaser is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, and Synovitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Michael Greaser participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michael Greaser has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Achilles Tendon Rupture. You can view a list of Dr. Michael Greaser's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Michael Greaser accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael Greaser accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-486-3550 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Achilles Tendon RuptureDr. Greaser isAdvanced. Learn about Achilles Tendon Rupture.
- TendinitisDr. Greaser isAdvanced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- Experienced
- BursitisDr. Greaser isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- ClubfootDr. Greaser isExperienced. Learn about Clubfoot.
- Contracture DeformityDr. Greaser isExperienced. Learn about Contracture Deformity.
- Flat FeetDr. Greaser isExperienced. Learn about Flat Feet.
- Foot DropDr. Greaser isExperienced. Learn about Foot Drop.
- Hammer ToeDr. Greaser isExperienced. Learn about Hammer Toe.