Dr. Roger H. Emerson
Overview
Roger H. Emerson, M.D., comes from a family of physicians. His father was an obstetrician and his grandfather a general surgeon. “It was very natural for me to pursue medicine,” he says.“What made me want to pursue orthopedics was seeing the excellent results my father experienced when he had total hip surgery. While I was in college, my father’s hip became increasingly uncomfortable, and he was unable to ski with the family or play ball with his kids. After his surgery, he was like a new man.”Emerson completed his undergraduate education at Dartmouth College, his medical education at Yale Medical School, and orthopedic studies at Harvard. He was the chief resident at Massachusetts General Hospital, and a fellow in reconstructive surgery at New England Baptist Hospital in Boston.He is certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons, and is a member of both the Knee Society and Hip Society, highly-selective organizations made up of the most prestigious joint surgeons in the United States. He has served as the director of the Joint Institute at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, and is active in teaching and research.Emerson's focus is on primary hip and knee surgery, especially less-invasive techniques. He offers hip surgery using the anterior supine approach, which helps patients recover faster with less pain. He also offers partial knee implants and total knee surgery using custom instrument guides designed exclusively for each patient.
Dr. Emerson is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Knock Knees, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 27 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
6020 W Parker Rd, Ste 470, 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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Southwest Scoliosis Institute
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Texas Back Institute-Frisco
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Baylor Scott & White Orthopedic Associates Of Dallas - Complex Shoulder Institute
Dr. Khazzam is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who joined Baylor Scott & White Health following 14 years in practice at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, where he served as the chief of shoulder surgery.Dr. Khazzam specializes in evaluating and treating atraumatic and traumatic shoulder injuries. He specializes in reparative and complex shoulder reconstruction surgery. Dr. Khazzam uses his advanced orthopedics training to provide highly individualized care for patients of all ages and activity levels, from amateur athletes to seasoned pros and beyond. His expertise includes the latest surgical and nonsurgical advancements to alleviate pain and restore function, offering innovative arthroscopic surgery as well as open surgical management procedures, depending on the demands of the disorder. He is uniquely adept at performing revision shoulder surgery, total shoulder replacements, and reverse total shoulder replacements—which are complex surgeries needed for only the severest injuries. Dr. Khazzam is very active in clinical and basic science research, with a primary interest in outcomes-based research and evidence-based medicine. He has published numerous peer-reviewed journal articles and textbook chapters. Dr. Khazzam has been named a Texas Super Doctor for 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025 by Texas Monthly. Dr. Khazzam is an active member of American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons. There he holds the distinction of a Neer Circle Fellow which is an honor given to members who have demonstrated significant contributions to the field of shoulder and elbow surgery. Dr. Khazzam is very active in research and has published numerous peer-reviewed journal articles and textbook chapters Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff (“ARC) study : randomized clinical trial comparing operative and non-operative treatment for rotator cuff tears that develop over time. This study aims to find out which treatment works better and for whom, in order to help patients in the future select the best treatment for them. Degenerative rotator-cuff disorders Current concepts review: revision rotator cuff repair Risk factors associated with degenerative glenohumeral osteoarthritis Obesity is associated with muscle atrophy in rotator cuff tear Risk factor prediction and categorization for glenohumeral osteoarthritis: A classification and regression tree analysis Low success rate of closed reductions when treating dislocations after reverse shoulder arthroplasty Magnetic resonance imaging identification of rotator cuff retears after repair: interobserver and intraobserver agreement Management of glenohumeral joint osteoarthritis evidence-based clinical practice guideline Click here to read more of Dr. Khazzam’s research publications. Dr. Khazzam is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Frozen Shoulder, Bone Graft, and Endoscopy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Roger H. Emerson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Roger H. Emerson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Roger H. Emerson by calling their office at 972-608-8868. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Roger H. Emerson a top-rated expert for Osteoarthritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Roger H. Emerson is classified as an Distinguished 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. Roger H. Emerson specialize in?
While Dr. Roger H. Emerson is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, and Knee Replacement. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Roger H. Emerson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Roger H. Emerson has published 27 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteoarthritis. You can view a list of Dr. Roger H. Emerson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Roger H. Emerson accept my insurance?
Dr. Roger H. Emerson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 972-608-8868 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Acute PainDr. Emerson isDistinguished. Learn about Acute Pain.
- Knee ReplacementDr. Emerson isDistinguished. Learn about Knee Replacement.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Emerson isDistinguished. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- Advanced
- BowlegsDr. Emerson isAdvanced. Learn about Bowlegs.
- BursitisDr. Emerson isAdvanced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Emerson isAdvanced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- Knock KneesDr. Emerson isAdvanced. Learn about Knock Knees.
- TendinitisDr. Emerson isAdvanced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- TenosynovitisDr. Emerson isAdvanced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.
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- ArthritisDr. Emerson isExperienced. Learn about Arthritis.
- Beukes Familial Hip DysplasiaDr. Emerson isExperienced. Learn about Beukes Familial Hip Dysplasia.
- Caffey DiseaseDr. Emerson isExperienced. Learn about Caffey Disease.
- Contracture DeformityDr. Emerson isExperienced. Learn about Contracture Deformity.
- Fibrodysplasia Ossificans ProgressivaDr. Emerson isExperienced. Learn about Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva.
- Gorham's DiseaseDr. Emerson isExperienced. Learn about Gorham's Disease.