The Department of Orthopedic Surgery at UTHealth Houston is a national leader in orthopedic care, research, and education. Our multidisciplinary team of faculty physicians, surgeons, and researchers provides expert care across a wide spectrum of specialties — including adult spine, trauma, joint reconstruction, hand and upper extremity, sports medicine, pediatric orthopedics, foot and ankle, orthopedic oncology, and more. Located in the heart of the Texas Medical Center, we partner with leading health systems — including Memorial Hermann, Harris Health, and UT Physicians, the clinical practice of McGovern Medical School — to deliver compassionate, cutting-edge treatment to patients throughout the Greater Houston area. With several locations across the region, we offer convenient access to world-class orthopedic care close to where our patients live and work. We are also home to one of the largest and most respected orthopedic residency programs in the country, training the next generation of leaders in orthopedic surgery. Clinical Excellence. Research Innovation. Education Leadership.