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Orthopedic care

Orthopedists are doctors who take care of the entire musculoskeletal system. They diagnose and treat conditions such sprains, strains, broken bones, arthritis and osteoporosis. Some of the treatments they offer include recommending lifestyle changes, applying casts and performing surgeries, such as ligament repairs or total joint replacements.

Orthopedic services in Austin and Central Texas

At St. David’s HealthCare, our specialists use the latest techniques, including minimally invasive care, to treat your orthopedic injuries and illnesses.


Our therapists and board-certified physicians combine compassionate care with the latest technological advancements to get you back to your daily routine and favorite activities as soon as possible.

Joint pain assessment

Is hip or knee pain affecting your life? With our free assessment, you can learn how at risk you may be for further complications and what care may be necessary to get you back to full activity.

Is hip or knee pain affecting your life? With our free assessment, you can learn how at risk you may be for further complications and what care may be necessary to get you back to full activity.

Our orthopedic services

Orthopedic care starts with a diagnosis using state-of-the-art imaging techniques. These tools are also used to guide minimally invasive surgeries. Our orthopedic specialties include:

  • Joint replacements (hip, knee and shoulder)
  • Spine care
  • Sports medicine

Comprehensive joint replacement services

St. David's HealthCare participates in Medicare’s Comprehensive Care for Joint Replacement (CJR). This program promotes high-quality, cost-efficient and effectively coordinated care for individuals undergoing joint replacement surgery.

We also actively work with physicians and post-acute care providers to improve your overall experience, from initial hospitalization through recovery. Our joint replacement team features:

  • Board-certified orthopedic surgeons
  • Case managers
  • Physical and occupational therapists
  • Social workers
  • Specialized nurses and technicians

Relief through a hip, knee or shoulder replacement

Your joints are lined with cartilage—a layer of smooth, tough tissue that cushions the bones. Cartilage wears away with age, stress and use. When this happens, the bones rub against each other, resulting in pain, swelling and other issues. Conditions such as arthritis may also cause significant discomfort and limit your physical activity. Thankfully, most of these symptoms can be relieved through joint replacement surgery.

Preparing for joint replacement surgery

During a preoperative ("pre-op") visit to the hospital, you will complete blood work and other diagnostic tests. Your physician will meet with you and provide information regarding:

  • Alcohol and smoking cessation
  • How to prepare for surgery
  • Medications
  • Pre-op nutrition

Your orthopedic doctor may also suggest exercises you can complete before your surgery. These are designed to strengthen and prepare the joint for your procedure.

Joint education classes

Before joint replacement surgery, you will learn about the procedure and rehabilitation through a free Joint Adventure Patient Education class. We will discuss the risk factors associated with joint replacement surgery and the steps we take to minimize these risks. You will also meet with a physical therapist, who will answer any questions you have and explain what you can expect before and after surgery.

Our advanced surgical tools

Your doctor may recommend joint surgery that uses robot-assisted technology. These tools combine 3D imaging techniques and precise control, enabling orthopedic surgeons to perform procedures more accurately and with smaller incisions.

Sports medicine

Whether you're an athlete following an intense training program or simply like to stay active, injuries are always an inconvenience. Left untreated, even minor issues can become chronic problems that keep you from your favorite activities.

Our skilled physical therapists and orthopedic doctors work towards helping you recover and return to the hobbies you love. Conditions we treat include:

  • Back pain
  • Cervical disc problems
  • Chronic headaches
  • Degenerative disc disease
  • Herniated discs
  • Jaw pain
  • Neck pain and whiplash
  • Sciatica

St. David’s Spine and Sports Therapy

A dedicated sports medicine program is available at St. David’s Spine and Sports Therapy, which is located inside St. David's Medical Center. Specialty programs unique to this location include:

  • Aquatic therapy
  • Gait training
  • Golf swing analysis and training
  • Orthopedic specialty therapy
  • Spine rehabilitation
  • Sports-specific performance retraining
  • Vestibular rehabilitation and balance training
  • Video gait and running analysis

Physical and occupational therapy for joint care

We provide physical therapy for a wide range of issues. You may work with a physical therapist before and/or after surgery to treat an orthopedic issue. In fact, physical therapy and other measures—such as pain management medication—may be all you need to relieve chronic or acute discomfort.

The goal of therapy for orthopedic patients is to maximize functionality and help individuals return to an active lifestyle. Physical rehabilitation focuses on areas such as improving strength and maximizing your range of motion. You may also complete occupational therapy, which is designed to help you complete activities of daily living.

St. David's HealthCare participates in Medicare’s Comprehensive Care for Joint Replacement (CJR) program, which promotes high quality, cost efficient, and better coordination of care for patients undergoing hip and knee replacement surgery. St. David's HealthCare is working closely with its physicians and post-acute care providers to improve quality and coordinate care from the initial hospitalization through recovery. The CJR program permits facilities to enter into financial gainsharing relationships with its collaborators to share in the success of the program.

Download the hospital's CJR Collaborator Selection Policy.

Physician collaborators

St. David's HealthCare has entered into gainsharing arrangements with the following physician collaborators:

Current physician collaborators

North Austin Medical Center

  • Omar Akhtar

    12201 Renfert Way, Suite 370, Austin, TX 78758-5354

  • Edward Benton

    1023 Westwood Hills Blvd, Temple, TX 76502-5183

  • Drake Borer

    1313 Red River St, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78701-1943

  • Tyler Goldberg

    4700 Seton Center Pkwy, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78759-5295

  • Joel Hurt

    4700 Seton Center Pkwy, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78759-5295

  • Earl Kilbride

    4700 Seton Center Pkwy, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78759-5295

  • David Laverty

    4700 Seton Center Pkwy, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78759-5295

  • Zachariah Logan

    4700 Seton Center Pkwy, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78759-5295

  • John Rodriguez

    4700 Seton Center Pkwy, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78759-5295

  • William Schultz

    4700 Seton Center Pkwy, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78759-5295

  • Scott Smith

    4700 Seton Center Pkwy, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78759-5295

  • John Smoot

    4700 Seton Center Pkwy, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78759-5295

  • Kristopher Stockton

    911 W 38th St, Suite 300, Austin, TX 78705-1161

Round Rock Medical Center

  • Drake Borer

    1313 Red River St, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78701-1943

  • Austin Hill

    4700 Seton Center Pkwy, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78759-5295

  • Joel Hurt

    4700 Seton Center Pkwy, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78759-5295

  • Dr. Earl Kilbride

    4700 Seton Center Pkwy, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78759-5295

  • David Laverty

    4700 Seton Center Pkwy, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78759-5295

  • Michael Loeb

    4700 Seton Center Pkwy, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78759-5295

  • Zachariah Logan

    4700 Seton Center Pkwy, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78759-5295

  • Michael Putney

    12176 N. Mopac Expressway, Suite D, Austin, TX 78758

  • Vilas Saldanha

    2410 Round Rock Ave., Suite 170, Round Rock, TX 78681

  • Michael Valastro

    12176 N. Mopac Expressway, Suite D, Austin, TX 78758

  • Steve Wilson

    12176 N. Mopac Expressway, Suite D, Austin, TX 78758

St. David's Georgetown Hospital

  • Christopher English

    1904 Railroad St, Georgetown, TX 78626

  • Charles Schwertner

    1904 Railroad St, Georgetown, TX 78626

St. David's Medical Center

  • Matthew T. Burrus

    3707 S 2nd St Ste 100, Austin TX 78704

  • Gregory Catlett

    4611 Guadalupe Street, Suite 200 Austin, TX 78751

  • Matthew Crozier

    900 West 38th Street, Suite 300 Austin, TX 78705

  • David Dodgin

    4611 Guadalupe Street, Suite 200 Austin, TX 78751

  • Andrew Ebert

    4611 Guadalupe Street, Suite 200 Austin, TX 78751

  • Joshua Fox

    3707 S 2nd St Ste 100, Austin TX 78704

  • Sean Gallagher

    3901 Medical Pkwy, Suite 301 Austin, TX 78756

  • Eric Heinrich

    4611 Guadalupe Street, Suite 200 Austin, TX 78751

  • Jacob Manuel

    3000 N. IH 35 Frontage Rd, Suite 500 Austin, TX 78705

  • John Pearce

    12309 N Mopac Expy Ste 150, Austin TX 78758

  • Stephen Pearce

    12309 N Mopac Expy Ste 150, Austin TX 78758

  • Jose Romero

    3000 N. IH 35 Frontage Rd, Suite 500 Austin, TX 78705

  • Ron Williams

    901 W. 38th Street, Suite 200 Austin, TX 78705

St. David's South Austin

  • Dean Chen

    4310 James Casey Street, Suite 3-C, Austin, TX 78745

  • Joshua Fox

    1015 E. 32nd Street, Suite 101, Austin, TX 78705

  • Peter Garcia

    3755 South Capital of Texas Highway, Suite 160, Austin, TX 78704

  • Mark Parrella

    4310 James Casey Street, Suite 3-C, Austin, TX 78745

  • Jonathan Clark Race

    3755 South Capital of Texas Highway, Suite 160, Austin, TX 78704

  • David Savage

    3755 South Capital of Texas Highway, Suite 160, Austin, TX 78704

  • Greg Westmoreland

    3755 South Capital of Texas Highway, Suite 160, Austin, TX 78704

Historical physician collaborators

North Austin Medical Center

  • Kalin Kelso

    2200 Park Blend Dr, Bldg 1, Austin, TX 78758-5387

Round Rock Medical Center

  • Cody Anderson

    2410 Round Rock Ave., Suite 170, Round Rock, TX 78681

  • David Gillory

    12176 N. Mopac Expressway, Suite D, Austin, TX 78758

  • Harris Rose

    2410 Round Rock Ave., Suite 170, Round Rock, TX 78681

St. David's

  • Shelby Carter

    3000 N. IH 35 Frontage Rd, Suite 500 Austin, TX 78705

St. David's Georgetown

  • Albert Bartschmid

    1904 Railroad St, Georgetown, TX 78626

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