Overview
A Greater Houston native, Dr. Omkar Dave graduated from Clearbrook High School. He earned his undergraduate degree in biochemistry, with a minor in music, from Texas A&M University and his medical degree from The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, where he also did his residency. He completed a fellowship in orthopedic sports medicine and arthroscopy at Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Center in Jackson. Dr. Dave, who has been in practice since 2009, is board certified in orthopedic surgery. He specializes in orthopedic sports medicine, hip and knee orthopedics, shoulder and elbow surgery, and osteoarthritis of the hand, wrist and knee. His primary clinical interests are advanced arthroscopic reconstruction of the shoulder, elbow, knee and hip; shoulder and knee replacement; and fracture care. He speaks Hindi and Gujarati. His patients describe Dr. Dave as caring and knowledgeable. They give him high ratings for his trustworthiness, as well as his ability to explain conditions and answer questions thoroughly. Away from his practice, Dr. Dave enjoys composing, producing and arranging Indian music. He sings and dances and plays traditional Indian percussion instruments such as the tabla. He also is passionate about basketball, tennis, weight training and Tae Kwon Do.
Dr. Dave is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Dave is currently accepting new patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Omkar H. Dave
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Omkar H. Dave?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Omkar H. Dave by calling their office at 281-724-8241. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Omkar H. Dave a top-rated expert for Osteoarthritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Omkar H. Dave is classified as an Advanced expert for Osteoarthritis, 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. Omkar H. Dave specialize in?
While Dr. Omkar H. Dave is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, and Hip Replacement. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Omkar H. Dave participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Omkar H. Dave has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteoarthritis. You can view a list of Dr. Omkar H. Dave's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Omkar H. Dave accept my insurance?
Dr. Omkar H. Dave accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 281-724-8241 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- OsteoarthritisDr. Dave isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
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- BowlegsDr. Dave isExperienced. Learn about Bowlegs.
- BursitisDr. Dave isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Calcium Pyrophosphate ArthritisDr. Dave isExperienced. Learn about Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Dave isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- TendinitisDr. Dave isExperienced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- TenosynovitisDr. Dave isExperienced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.