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There are 54 Orthopedic Surgeons in Corpus Christi, TX and 50% of those with reviews are rated 4-star or higher. Some of the most common clinical focuses include Knee & Lower Limb Surgery, Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery and Hip & Pelvic Surgery. Popular hospitals in the area include Corpus Christi Medical Center - Bay Area, Cuero Regional Hospital and Doctors Hospital At Renaissance.
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54 Results for Orthopedic Surgery near Corpus Christi, TX
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Photo: Dr. Robert Williams, MD

Dr. Robert Williams, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
4.4 (45)
Accepting new patients
8.1 mi
Tel: (361) 201-6838
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Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(361) 201-6838
On staff at Corpus Christi Medical Center - Doctors Regional
Photo: Dr. Jeffrey Schlimmer, MD

Dr. Jeffrey Schlimmer, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
4.8 (19)
Accepting new patients
Offers telehealth
7.8 mi
Tel: (361) 268-3075
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Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(361) 268-3075
On staff at Corpus Christi Medical Center - Bay Area
Photo: Dr. Miguel Berastain Jr, MD

Dr. Miguel Berastain Jr, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
4.5 (19)
Accepting new patients
19 years of experience
Offers telehealth
7.8 mi
Tel: (936) 278-5074
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Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(936) 278-5074
On staff at Corpus Christi Medical Center - Bay Area
Photo: Dr. Justin Klimisch, MD

Dr. Justin Klimisch, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
4.0 (37)
Accepting new patients
14 years of experience
3.1 mi
Tel: (361) 400-7491
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Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(361) 400-7491
On staff at Corpus Christi Medical Center - Doctors Regional
Photo: Dr. William Wilson, MD

Dr. William Wilson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
5.0 (3)
Accepting new patients
11 years of experience
6.5 mi
Tel: (361) 504-6405
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Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(361) 504-6405
On staff at Corpus Christi Medical Center - Bay Area
Photo: Dr. Matthew Hnatow, MD

Dr. Matthew Hnatow, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
5.0 (6)
Accepting new patients
9 years of experience
7.8 mi
Tel: (361) 400-5571
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Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(361) 400-5571
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Photo: Dr. Christopher Larkins, MD

Dr. Christopher Larkins, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
5.0 (3)
Accepting new patients
6.5 mi
Tel: (361) 444-3190
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Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(361) 444-3190
On staff at Corpus Christi Medical Center - Doctors Regional
Photo: Dr. Peter Neff, MD

Dr. Peter Neff, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
5.0 (1)
Accepting new patients
10 years of experience
7.8 mi
Tel: (361) 400-5509
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Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(361) 400-5509
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Photo: Dr. Jason Thompson, MD

Dr. Jason Thompson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
4.1 (18)
Accepting new patients
6.5 mi
Tel: (361) 298-1332
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Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(361) 298-1332
On staff at Corpus Christi Medical Center - Bay Area
Photo: Dr. Richard Barber, MD

Dr. Richard Barber, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
3.9 (14)
Accepting new patients
13 years of experience
5.6 mi
Tel: (512) 996-1852
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Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(512) 996-1852
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Photo: Dr. Brian Patterson, MD

Dr. Brian Patterson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
3.9 (20)
Accepting new patients
25 years of experience
7.8 mi
Tel: (469) 589-6199
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Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(469) 589-6199
On staff at Corpus Christi Medical Center - Bay Area
Photo: Dr. Ryan Thomas, MD

Dr. Ryan Thomas, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
3.8 (26)
Accepting new patients
6.5 mi
Tel: (361) 268-3191
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Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(361) 268-3191
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Photo: Dr. Charles Breckenridge, MD

Dr. Charles Breckenridge, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
3.6 (11)
Accepting new patients
29 years of experience
6.5 mi
Tel: (361) 208-7534
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Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(361) 208-7534
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Photo: Dr. David Cordell, MD

Dr. David Cordell, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
3.7 (9)
Accepting new patients
7 years of experience
Offers telehealth
7.8 mi
Tel: (361) 298-1356
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Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(361) 298-1356
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Photo: Dr. John Borkowski, MD

Dr. John Borkowski, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
2.8 (42)
Accepting new patients
6.5 mi
Tel: (361) 298-1110
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Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(361) 298-1110
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Photo: Dr. April Hallquist, MD

Dr. April Hallquist, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
0
Accepting new patients
7.8 mi
Tel: (361) 208-7543
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Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(361) 208-7543
On staff at Corpus Christi Medical Center - Doctors Regional

Healthcare at a Glance in Corpus Christi, TX

The residents of Corpus Christi have a few options for general healthcare facilities in their area, including Christus Spohn Hospital-Corpus Christi and Corpus Christi Medical Center. For children’s care, there is the Driscoll Children’s Hospital.

Corpus Christi’s Top-Rated Facilities

U.S. News rates the Christus Spohn Hospital-Corpus Christi as high performing in five different procedures and conditions, including:

  • heart failure
  • heart attack

U.S. News rates the Corpus Christi Medical Center as high performing in five different procedures/conditions, including:

  • kidney failure
  • knee replacement
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Orthopedist Frequently Asked Questions

What is an orthopedist?

An orthopedic surgeon, or orthopedist, is a physician that diagnoses and treats injuries of the musculoskeletal system. They use both nonsurgical and surgical treatments to manage disorders related to bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments.

Orthopedic surgeons treat a wide variety of conditions, including:

What procedures do orthopedic surgeons perform?

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Orthopedic surgeons often perform the following tests and procedures in their office:

What conditions do orthopedic surgeons treat?

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Orthopedic surgeons treat a number of conditions related to bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and joints. The following are examples of some of the more common conditions they can diagnose and treat:

What should I ask an orthopedic surgeon?

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Some questions that you may want to ask an orthopedic surgeon during your appointment include:

  • Will I need physical therapy?
  • Are there other nonsurgical treatment options available for my condition?
  • Am I a candidate for surgery? Why or why not?
  • If I do need surgery, how long will recovery take?
  • Will my condition continue to get worse? Are there things I can do to slow the progression?
  • Are there any exercises or activities that I can do, or ones I should avoid?
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