Overview
Dr. Timothy Achor earned his undergraduate degree at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, and his medical degree from the Medical College of Ohio at Toledo. He completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at New York Medical College-Westchester County Medical Center and a fellowship in orthopedic trauma at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City. In practice since 2003, Dr. Achor is board certified in orthopedic surgery. He specializes in orthopedic trauma with an emphasis on severe musculoskeletal injuries of the pelvis, hip, knee and ankle, as well as non-unions and complications of fractures. He patients give him excellent ratings, describing him as an extremely knowledgeable physician who cares about his patients and takes time to understand their conditions. Dr. Achor is an assistant professor of orthopedic surgery at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth and director of the Orthopedic Trauma Fellowship program at McGovern Medical School and Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center. A frequent presenter at national conferences, he is active in the education of medical students, residents and fellows at McGovern Medical School. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, Orthopedic Trauma Association and AO Trauma North America.
Dr. Achor is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Pain, Fractured Spine, Osteotomy, and Hip Replacement.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 43 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. Dr. Achor is currently accepting new patients.
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Timothy Achor
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Timothy Achor?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Timothy Achor by calling their office at 713-486-7560. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Timothy Achor a top-rated expert for Osteotomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Timothy Achor is classified as an Advanced expert for Osteotomy, 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. Timothy Achor specialize in?
While Dr. Timothy Achor is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Osteotomy, Hip Replacement, and Acute Pain. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Timothy Achor participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Timothy Achor has published 43 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteotomy. You can view a list of Dr. Timothy Achor's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Timothy Achor accept my insurance?
Dr. Timothy Achor accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-486-7560 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- OsteotomyDr. Achor isAdvanced. Learn about Osteotomy.
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- Acute PainDr. Achor isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pain.
- Fractured SpineDr. Achor isExperienced. Learn about Fractured Spine.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Achor isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.