Overview
Dr. Vivek P. Kushwaha received his medical degree from the University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed his orthopedic internship and residency at the David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles. This was followed by his fellowship in spine surgery at Rancho Los Amigos Medical Center in Downey, California. Board certified in orthopedic surgery, Dr. Kushwaha has practiced medicine since 1991. Specializing in adult degenerative conditions of the cervical and lumbar spine, his clinical interests include complicated spine surgery, revision surgery, the latest techniques in kyphoplasty, disk replacement, microdiskectomy and minimally invasive spinal instrumentation and fusion. Dr. Kushwaha takes a conservative approach to surgery when treating patients with orthopedic injuries and abnormalities. He provides personal attention, comprehensive treatment and surgery utilizing state-of-the-art technology. He treats patients twelve years and older. The first surgeon in Houston to perform the kyphoplasty procedure and lumbar artificial disk replacement, Dr. Kushwaha is a member of professional medical societies and the author of numerous articles in his field of interest. He has served as a faculty member at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth in Houston and chief of spine surgery at Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center. Dr. Kushwaha and his wife have three children. When not treating patients, he enjoys tennis, skiing and golf.
Dr. Kushwaha is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Herniated Disk, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Vivek Kushwaha
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Vivek Kushwaha?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Vivek Kushwaha by calling their office at 713-650-6900. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Vivek Kushwaha a top-rated expert for Spinal Stenosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Vivek Kushwaha is classified as an Advanced expert for Spinal Stenosis, 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. Vivek Kushwaha specialize in?
While Dr. Vivek Kushwaha is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, and Herniated Disk. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Vivek Kushwaha participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Vivek Kushwaha has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Spinal Stenosis. You can view a list of Dr. Vivek Kushwaha's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Vivek Kushwaha accept my insurance?
Dr. Vivek Kushwaha accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-650-6900 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Herniated DiskDr. Kushwaha isAdvanced. Learn about Herniated Disk.
- Spinal StenosisDr. Kushwaha isAdvanced. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
- SpondylolisthesisDr. Kushwaha isAdvanced. Learn about Spondylolisthesis.
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- Bone GraftDr. Kushwaha isExperienced. Learn about Bone Graft.
- Cervical Disc SurgeryDr. Kushwaha isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Disc Surgery.
- CoccydyniaDr. Kushwaha isExperienced. Learn about Coccydynia.
- Herniated Disc SurgeryDr. Kushwaha isExperienced. Learn about Herniated Disc Surgery.
- Invertebral Disc DiseaseDr. Kushwaha isExperienced. Learn about Invertebral Disc Disease.
- LaminectomyDr. Kushwaha isExperienced. Learn about Laminectomy.