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UT Southwestern Medical Center is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the nation's top hospitals for orthopedic care.
UT Southwestern Medical Center orthopedic surgery and sports medicine experts offer leading-edge care for injuries and conditions affecting the bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and spine – also known as the musculoskeletal system.
Our board-certified orthopedic specialists are uniquely skilled in nonsurgical and surgical treatments to relieve pain and help our patients regain movement and return to activities they love. For some, the goal is simply walking without extreme pain. For others, it means competing at the highest level of their sport.
UT Southwestern is home to one of the most comprehensive orthopedic programs in North Texas. Patients from all over the U.S. rely on our board-certified orthopedic specialists to pinpoint the cause of their injuries and conditions and provide care focused on achieving outstanding results.
Our team is advancing:
Our team of surgeons, primary care doctors, physical medicine and rehabilitation specialists, and other medical experts offers a comprehensive range of care. This includes personalized treatment plans for conditions and injuries listed within the following orthopedic specialties:
Our experts provide insights to help patients understand, prevent, and take care of orthopedic conditions and injuries.
UTSW: Experts in Knee and Hip Surgery
Our joint replacement team provides comprehensive orthopedic care ranging from standard joint replacements to complex revisions. We can help patients find the right treatment to get them back to the activities they love.
A Woman’s Guide to Hip and Knee Surgery
Women can take steps to optimize their joint health, including eating a healthy diet to avoid inflammation and focusing on non-impact activities. We offer comprehensive joint care for women.
Sports, Joint Pain, and You – How Activities Impact Arthritis
High-impact and contact sports increase the risk of joint arthritis, potentially leading to the eventual need for hip or knee replacements. We work with patients to balance their physical goals with the long-term preservation of the prosthetic joint.
The Future of Joint Surgery
We use robotics and augmented reality to provide highly personalized joint replacements tailored to a patient's specific anatomy and lifestyle. Some of the technology is unique to UT Southwestern.
Navigating Joint Revision Surgery
We specialize in complex joint revision surgeries to address failed or painful joint replacements caused by infection, loosening, or instability. Our surgeons focus on diagnosing the underlying cause of pain and educating patients on their options.
Joint Pain 101 – How Arthritis Affects your Knees and Hips
Arthritis occurs when joint cartilage wears away due to factors like genetics, previous injuries, inflammatory diseases, or general wear and tear from strenuous physical activity. We provide comprehensive care for people with joint pain.
Finding Relief – Is it Time for Joint Surgery?
When patients visit us, we pursue nonsurgical options first, such as diet, medication, and injections to manage joint pain. Patients should consider surgical options when arthritis significantly diminishes their quality of life.
Understanding Joint Replacement and Repairs
Joint replacements may need revision due to natural wear of components, and can often be upgraded with more durable materials. We use the latest technologies to diagnose and treat pain in long-standing and recent joint replacements.
These are just a few examples of how UT Southwestern has advanced excellence and expanded the field of orthopedics:
UT Southwestern orthopedic rehabilitation specialists provide valuable therapies to help patients reduce pain, increase flexibility and mobility, recover lost functions, and achieve a greatly improved state of health. We offer:
Nurses, neuropsychologists, psychologists, and occupational, physical, and recreational therapists are part of the UT Southwestern orthopedic rehabilitation program. This is the foundation for our team approach to care and providing patients with knowledge and specialized training to achieve the best possible results from therapy.
No. UT Southwestern specialists prioritize nonsurgical treatments when appropriate, including physical therapy, injections, and advanced pain management. Surgery is recommended only when it offers the best option to restore movement, relieve pain, and achieve a patient’s goal.
Yes. UT Southwestern orthopedic and sports medicine specialists provide comprehensive care for athletes at all levels, including professional, collegiate, high school, and recreational athletes. Services include injury prevention, diagnosis, treatment, surgical care, and rehabilitation for sports-related injuries.
UT Southwestern offers joint replacement for hips, knees, shoulders, ankles, and other parts of the body, using advanced surgical techniques. These procedures are designed to reduce pain, restore function, and help patients return to daily activities. Minimally invasive and robotic-assisted options may be available, depending on the patient’s condition.
Yes. UT Southwestern spine specialists diagnose and treat conditions involving the neck, back, and spine, including degenerative conditions, injuries, and fractures. Treatment options range from conservative therapy to advanced minimally invasive spine surgery when needed.
Robotic-assisted orthopedic surgery uses advanced technology to help surgeons perform procedures with greater precision. At UT Southwestern, robotic and AI-enabled tools are used to enhance accuracy, support better implant placement, and improve consistency in select orthopedic procedures. UT Southwestern was the first institution in North Texas to perform redo (revision) total hip replacements robotically.
UT Southwestern emphasizes modern, multidisciplinary pain management strategies that reduce or eliminate the need for narcotics when possible. This includes advanced surgical techniques, regional anesthesia, physical therapy, and evidence-based pain control methods tailored to each patient.
Referral requirements vary based on insurance plans. Some patients may schedule directly with an orthopedic specialist, while others may need a referral from a primary care provider. UT Southwestern’s scheduling team can assist with determining next steps.
Our orthopedic surgery and sports medicine team sees patients of all ages at locations across North Texas. This includes seeing adults and teenagers at UT Southwestern, along with pediatric patients at Scottish Rite for Children and Children’s Medical Center Dallas.
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