Overview
Dr. Paul Shupe earned his medical degree at George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C., with distinction. He completed his general surgery internship and orthopedic surgery residency at Naval Medical Center San Diego in California, followed by his orthopedic sports medicine surgery fellowship at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth in Houston. Board certified in orthopedic surgery, Dr. Shupe specializes in sports medicine. His clinical interests include arthroscopic and minimally invasive surgery of the shoulder, elbow, knee and ankle. Dr. Shupe treats both recreational and professional athletes. He provides individualized treatment including surgical as well as nonsurgical management and rehabilitation. Dr. Shupe has worked with the Houston Texans, Houston Rockets, Houston Astros, Houston Dynamo and the athletic teams at the University of Houston. Dr. Shupe is the team physician for George Ranch High School in Richmond, Texas. A published author in medical journals, Dr. Shupe serves as an assistant professor of orthopedic surgery at McGovern Medical School. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, Society of Military Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Medical Association In his spare time, Dr. Shupe enjoys participating in Spartan races and cross-fit activities.
His clinical expertise encompasses Tennis Elbow, Tendinitis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Hip Replacement, and Shoulder Arthroscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Paul Shupe
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Paul Shupe?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Paul Shupe by calling their office at 713-486-1700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Paul Shupe a top-rated expert for Tennis Elbow?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Paul Shupe is classified as an Experienced expert for Tennis Elbow, 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. Paul Shupe specialize in?
While Dr. Paul Shupe is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Tennis Elbow, Hip Replacement, and Tendinitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Paul Shupe participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Paul Shupe has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Tennis Elbow. You can view a list of Dr. Paul Shupe's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Paul Shupe accept my insurance?
Dr. Paul Shupe accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-486-1700 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Achilles Tendon RuptureDr. Shupe isExperienced. Learn about Achilles Tendon Rupture.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Shupe isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- Shoulder ArthroscopyDr. Shupe isExperienced. Learn about Shoulder Arthroscopy.
- TendinitisDr. Shupe isExperienced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- Tennis ElbowDr. Shupe isExperienced. Learn about Tennis Elbow.