Department of Orthopaedic Surgery

Nationally Ranked in Orthopaedics

UT Southwestern Medical Center is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the nation's top hospitals for orthopaedic care, and we are rated as "High Performing" in hip replacements and the treatment of hip fractures, placing us among the leading facilities in the U.S. for these procedures.

A Team Approach to the Future of Medicine

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center prioritizes a team approach that allows a commitment to superb patient care, exceptional educational programs, and innovative research initiatives. Our 47 orthopaedic specialists offer a multidisciplinary approach to care across six locations and were the first in North Texas to use a female-specific prosthetic for knee replacement.

Meet the Team

Our faculty members are experts in their field, covering all specialties within orthopaedic surgery.

Meet our team.

Research

The department benefits from access to multiple research cores and collaborative investigators at UT Southwestern Medical Center and Scottish Rite for Children, enabling us to perform comprehensive molecular, cellular, biochemical, and biomechanical investigations of the musculoskeletal system.

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Education

We offer a variety of educational opportunities for medical students, residents, and physicians. Education programs include the Orthopaedic Trauma Fellowship and the Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, as well as daily conferences, monthly mortality and morbidity conferences, a journal club, and weekly resident conferences featuring case presentations and faculty-directed conferences.

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Patient Care

Our orthopaedic surgeons have long been recognized for excellence in the treatment of orthopaedic conditions such as orthopaedic trauma, arthritis, joint replacement, sports injuries, hand surgery, and other musculoskeletal conditions. Our dedicated team of physicians, researchers, and clinical service providers expertly evaluates each patient and creates a comprehensive treatment program for each specific condition, using minimally invasive techniques whenever possible.

Learn more about our patient care expertise.