Paul Whatley is an Orthopedics provider in Denton, Texas. Dr. Whatley is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement.

Robert Schmidt is an Orthopedics provider in Fort Worth, Texas. Dr. Schmidt is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Contracture Deformity, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Knee Replacement.

Steven Ogden is an Orthopedics provider in Fort Worth, Texas. Dr. Ogden is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Resurfacing.

Richard D. Reitman, M.D., specializes in total joint replacement surgeries of the shoulder, elbow, ankle, hip and knee. He joined the Texas Center for Joint Replacement staff in July 2000. He also has advanced training in the area of complicated hip and knee revision surgery.After completing his undergraduate work in engineering at Michigan State University, and his medical training at Wayne State in Michigan, he studied orthopedic surgery at the prestigious Harvard Combined Orthopedic surgery training program in Boston, Mass. His fellowships included joint replacement surgery at Brigham and Women's at Massachusetts General Hospitals in Boston. There he studied hip, knee and shoulder replacement techniques and participated in a study of a new type of total ankle implant that improves motion with less bone loss than current methods. He was appointed as a clinical instructor at Harvard Medical School during his stay there.Reitman believes in joint preservation surgery. He offers many surgeries that are designed for people whose joint disease is not advanced enough for total joint surgery, but causes them enough discomfort that they are ready for treatment. These techniques include arthroscopy and osteotomy, as well as other procedures. He is very interested in exercise and therapy as treatment for arthritis.You can often see Reitman running or biking along the roads of the North Texas area as he trains for marathons and triathlons. Dr. Reitman is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Tendinitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

"Dr. David Shau is a Fort Worth native who is fellowship-trained in reconstructive surgery of the hip and knee. He serves as a Fellowship Co-Director at the Texas Hip and Knee Center as well as a Physician Development Coach at the Anne Burnett Marion School of Medicine at Texas Christian University. He was first exposed to orthopedics in high school following his own sports-related injuries but gained further interest through his undergraduate studies in biomedical engineering at the University of Texas at Austin, where he was first introduced to biomechanics, material science, and healthcare technology, among many other related topics. He then attended Vanderbilt University for a dual MD/MBA program and was active in orthopedic research and clinical participation, which earned him the Orthopaedic Clerkship Award. Next, he completed his orthopedic surgery training at Emory University and also completed a healthcare management residency. He was selected to serve as an administrative chief resident during his final year of residency and completed a fellowship in hip and knee arthroplasty at the University of California, San Francisco.Dr. Shau utilizes a variety of techniques and approaches for hip and knee care and offers technology-assisted surgeries, partial and total joint replacements, as well as same-day surgeries for appropriate candidates. He places a priority on communication, teamwork, and perioperative care for his patients, with the aim of improving quality of life for both patients and their loved ones alike. Dr. Shau is one of the physicians of Texas Hip and Knee Center, a part of Texas Health Physicians Group. All Texas Hip and Knee Center physicians are on the medical staff of Texas Health Harris Hospital Southwest. They primarily practice at Texas Health Clearfork, a part of Texas Health Southwest that is a premier destination for joint care, where they collectively perform more than 3,000 hip and knee replacements annually.WATCH NOW:</h5>Texas Hip and Knee Center: Patient Testimonial - Mary Harrison</a>WATCH NOW:</h5>Patient Testimonial: Pat Cooper -- Texas Health Physicians Group</a>WATCH NOW:</h5>Texas Health GMT</a>". Dr. Shau is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Osteonecrosis, Bursitis, Laminectomy, and Knee Replacement.

Jay Bender is an Orthopedics provider in Denton, Texas. Dr. Bender is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Dr. Marcus Ford is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with advanced fellowship training in hip and knee replacement, resurfacing and preservation. A native of Wichita Falls, Texas, Dr. Ford earned his medical degree in state, graduating valedictorian of his class at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Tennessee - Campbell Clinic in Memphis before heading to St. Louis, Mo. and Washington University, where he completed a hip and knee joint reconstruction and preservation fellowship.Dr. Ford began his joint replacement career in 2017 as an attending physician at the Campbell Clinic in Memphis and as an assistant professor at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. While in Memphis, he was fortunate to build a practice focused on outpatient primary hip and knee replacement along with complex revision total joint surgery. To this day, Dr. Ford remains focused on joint replacement techniques that allow younger patients to recover faster and remain highly active following hip or knee replacement. He performs a ligament-sparing kinematic knee replacement (KA) technique that is customized to each patient and avoids ligament releases, helping to speed recovery and promote long-term satisfaction, pain relief, function and motion when compared to traditional knee replacement.Dr. Ford also uses a minimally invasive, tissue-sparing total hip replacement approach that allows appropriate patients to go home the same day as surgery and a bone-sparing hip resurfacing procedure that promotes return to competitive sports for active individuals. In addition to innovative surgical techniques, he utilizes rapid recoveryprotocols that often allow patients to safely go home within hours of surgery.Dr. Ford continues to be involved in clinical research focused on improved recovery and safety in total joint replacement. He is the principal investigator for numerous research projects and has been awarded several research grants, including a FARE grant from the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS). He was awarded the 2023 outstanding Clinical Research Award at AAHKS for his research in tranexamic acid and benefits after total knee replacement. He remains active in surgeon education both within the industry and with the joint reconstruction fellowship at the Texas Hip and Knee Center.Dr. Ford and his wife have two children and enjoy spending time with extended family in the Fort Worth Area. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons. Dr. Ford is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Bursitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

"Board-certified orthopedic surgeon Venkat Rapuri, M.D., is fellowship-trained in adult reconstruction (total joint replacement surgeries). He has more than two decades of clinical experience focused on providing advanced and minimally invasive orthopedic surgical care to active individuals and athletes.Fellowship-trained in adult reconstruction</li>Fellow, American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons</li>Fellow, American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons</li></ul>Dr. Rapuri received his medical degree from the Guntur Medical College, NTR University of Health Sciences in Guntur, India, in 1994. He went on to train in the area of general surgery through the prestigious Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in the United Kingdom before earning his master's degree in orthopaedics at James Cook University Hospital in Teesside, U.K. Dr. Rapuri came to the United States in 2003 to complete his internship and orthopedic residency training at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, Pa., followed by fellowship training in adult reconstruction at the Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, Ariz.Dr. Rapuri's areas of special focus include traditional and less-invasive surgical approaches to hip replacement, with the majority of his primary hip replacement procedures taking place through the table-less Direct Anterior Approach. He also focuses on custom and uni-knee replacements, hip and knee revision surgery, and treatments for hip and knee trauma and joint infections.Prior to joining Orthopedic Medicine Specialists, Dr. Rapuri worked as an adult reconstructive orthopedic surgeon with Healthspan Medical Group and Ahuja Medical Center in Ohio. He has also consulted in the area of surgeon education.WATCH NOW:</h5>Patient Testimonial: Jessie Hunt - Orthopedic Medicine Specialists</a>". Dr. Rapuri is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bowlegs, Knock Knees, Hip Replacement, and Synovectomy.

Jeffrey Mcgowen is an Orthopedics provider in Fort Worth, Texas. Dr. Mcgowen is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Tenosynovitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

Theodore Crofford is an Orthopedics provider in Fort Worth, Texas. Dr. Crofford is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Osteonecrosis, Bursitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

Richard Hostin is an Orthopedics provider in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Hostin is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Lordosis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

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.

David Podeszwa is an Orthopedics provider in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Podeszwa is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis, Collins Pope Syndrome, Knock Knees, Osteotomy, and Endoscopy.

Anthony Riccio is an Orthopedics provider in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Riccio is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Clubfoot, Flat Feet, Claw Foot, Osteotomy, and Tenotomy.

Jaysson Brooks is an Orthopedics provider in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Brooks is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

Lawson Copley is an Orthopedics provider in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Copley is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pyomyositis, Infectious Arthritis, Septic Arthritis, and Toxic Synovitis.

Dr. Joel Dennison is an orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in adult hip and knee reconstruction. His areas of focus include simple and complex hip and knee replacements, revision and infection arthroplasty surgeries, and management of orthopedic trauma injuries. Dr. Dennison served the orthopedic health needs of Central Texans for five years before heading to Ohio in 2024 to complete his fellowship training. During his time in Central Texas, he also provided mentorship to aspiring medical professionals and performed high school and college pre-athletic physicals.Dr. Dennison earned his medical degree from the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine in Lubbock. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center in Temple, Texas, before heading to Ohio to complete his adult reconstruction fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Dennison is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons. Dr. Dennison is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Bowlegs, Osteoarthritis, and Knock Knees.

An early interest in engineering fueled Dr. Hunter Graver’s desire to find solutions for human health problems by pursuing a career in medicine. After graduating with a degree in Chemical Engineering with high honors from the University of Texas at Austin in 2012 he earned his medical degree from the University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio in 2016, graduating at the top of his class. He then completed his orthopedic surgery residency training at the combined William Beaumont Army Medical Center and Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center program in El Paso, TX. A passion for implant design and restoring patient function led Dr. Graver to pursue fellowship training in adult reconstruction at the esteemed Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush in Chicago, IL. His areas of clinical focus include minimally invasive total and partial hip and knee replacement, complex and revision hip and knee replacement, as well as comprehensive upper and lower extremity trauma/fracture care.In his free time Dr. Graver enjoys spending time with his wife and their dogs, hiking, biking, and traveling. Dr. Graver is a member of the American Academy of Hip and Knee Surgeons and American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Tendinitis.

Dr. Chaim is an orthopedic surgeon who is a native of Puerto Rico. He earned his medical degree at the University of Wisconsin Medical School. After completing his Orthopedic Surgery residency, Dr. Chaim completed a fellowship in Orthopedic Traumatology at Baylor University Medical Center, part of Baylor Scott & White Health, and a second fellowship in Foot and Ankle Surgery at the Center for Orthopedic Care in Cincinnati, OH.In his current practice, Dr. Chaim provides treatment for patients with orthopedic conditions focusing on injuries or ailments of the foot and ankle. He provides a broad scope of care for conditions ranging from bunions to fracture care to post-traumatic reconstruction.In his free time, Dr. Chaim enjoys reading, classical music, biking, hiking and scuba diving. Dr. Chaim is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Synovitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Plantar Fasciitis.

"Dr. Mollabashy is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with an interest in the care of patients with benign and malignant musculoskeletal tumors. The surgical treatment of tumors and restoration of the skeleton have been lifelong professional pursuits of his. Dr. Mollabashy is actively involved in the Bone and Soft Tissue Tumor Conference every month, where he is included in a panel of experts who review patient cases and provide treatment recommendations. Outside of work, Dr. Mollabashy is a father of two girls, who make him proud daily. His wife is supportive and a rock to keep him grounded. He is a pretty big sports fan, cheering for Indiana Hoosiers Basketball and Pittsburgh Steeler Football. Dr. Mollabashy enjoys reading American history, the history of science and historical fiction. He also enjoys classical music, and his favorite composers are Antonin Dvorak and Sergei Rachmaninoff. One of his favorite pieces is Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor played by Khatia Buniatishvili. Dr. Mollabashy was recognized by D Magazine as a Best Doctor for 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023, 2024 and 2025. Read Dr. Mollabashy's article, ""Replacing a replacement: When an artificial joint wears out."" Read Dr. Mollabashy's article, ""Complex joint replacement and revision: An FAQ"" . Dr. Mollabashy has been named a Texas Super Doctor for 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025 by Texas Monthly. D Magazine has named Baylor Scott & White Orthopedics the ""Face of Orthopedics"" for 2025.". Dr. Mollabashy is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Bone Tumor, Epithelioid Sarcoma, Myxoid Liposarcoma, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

Paul Rath is an Orthopedics specialist and a Podiatric Surgeon in Tyler, Texas. Dr. Rath is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Kohler Disease, Macrodactyly of the Foot, and Distal Arthrogryposis Type 6.

Deloris Rizqallah is an Orthopedics specialist and a Podiatric Medicine provider in Longview, Texas. Dr. Rizqallah is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Fungal Nail Infection, Plantar Fasciitis, Ledderhose Disease, and Fibromatosis.

Christopher Bates is a Hand Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Fort Worth, Texas. Dr. Bates is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, and Radial Nerve Dysfunction.

Jonathan Guevara is an Orthopedics provider in Fort Worth, Texas. Dr. Guevara is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Tendinitis, Decerebrate Posture, and Decorticate Posture.

Stephen Littlejohn is an Orthopedics provider in Longview, Texas. Dr. Littlejohn is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Hip Replacement.