Ugo Ihekweazu, MD, (pronounced e-heck-wa-zoo) is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon located in Houston, Texas.  Dr. Ihekweazu, has quickly emerged as an expert in the field of hip and knee replacement surgery and serves on national leadership committees with the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.  Locally, Dr. Ihekweazu has been recognized by his peers as a ‘Top Doctor’ in Houstonia Magazine and Texas Monthly. He has devoted his career to leading patients back to their active lifestyles through evidence-based treatments and meticulous surgical technique. 

Dr. Ihekweazu was born and raised in Houston, Texas. After a state-championship basketball career at Westbury Christian, Dr. Ihekweazu continued his athletic and academic pursuits at Cornell University, where he completed both undergraduate and medical school training. As a medical student, he was recognized for his mastery of anatomy with the Gustave J. Noback Memorial award for advanced study and teaching in the field of anatomy.

Following medical school, Dr. Ihekweazu returned home to Houston and completed an orthopedic surgery residency program at Baylor College of Medicine. Throughout his residency, he was exposed to care in a variety of settings including Ben Taub General Hospital, Texas Children’s Hospital, the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center, the Shriners Hospital for Children, the Baylor-St. Luke’s Medical Center and Houston Methodist Hospital. In addition to these experiences, Dr. Ihekweazu completed a short-term AO Trauma Fellowship at the Hôpitaux Universitaires de Genève in Geneva, Switzerland. 

After his residency training, he pursued a fellowship in Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Surgery at the world-renowned Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City. During his fellowship, Dr. Ihekweazu was further trained in a variety of advanced joint replacement techniques, including, anterior and posterior hip replacements, hip resurfacing, total and partial knee replacements, robotic-assisted surgery and revision joint replacement surgery.  

Dr. Ihekweazu is devoted to the local community and enjoys teaching, mentoring and volunteering throughout the Houston area.  He believes in being conservative with his treatment recommendations and only recommends surgery when less-invasive treatments have failed. Most importantly, Dr. Ihekweazu takes great pride in treating each patient as if they were a member of his family and in his leading patients back to their active lifestyles.

Education & Training

Hospital for Special Surgery July, 2018

Fellow, Adult Reconstructive Surgery

New York, NY 

Baylor College of Medicine June, 2017

Resident, Orthopedic Surgery

Houston, TX

Hôpitaux Universitaires de Genève February, 2017

AO Trauma Short-term Fellowship

Genève, Switzerland

Weill Cornell Medical College May, 2012

Doctor of Medicine

New York, NY

Cornell University December, 2007

Bachelor of Science, Cum Laude

Major: Biology and Society

Minors: Sociology, Nutrition

Welcome to Bay Oaks Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

Orthopaedic surgeon Anthony S. Melillo, MD, is the founder of Bay Oaks Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, located in Houston, Texas since 2000. He is one of several surgeons in the Clear Lake area performing MAKO robotic surgery for partial knee resurfacing, total knee and total hip replacements. He offers expertise in total joint replacement of the hip, knee, and shoulder; sports medicine and, arthroscopic surgery of the knee and shoulder; trauma and fracture care; industrial injuries and general orthopedic conditions.

Dr. Melillo is a qualified expert witness in the orthopedic medicolegal field.  

Learn more about the advanced treatment options available by calling the office or booking an appointment online today.

Dr. Melillo earned his Bachelor of Science in biology at New Mexico State University, and attended medical school at the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee. He has trained at the Naval Medical Center San Diego, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Mississippi Sports Medicine.

He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery.

At the state-of-the-art facilities, Dr. Melillo and the team provide patients with a concierge-style experience. Patients can receive cutting-edge treatments for a variety of conditions including ACL injuries, rotator cuff tears, knee pain, shoulder pain, and osteoarthritis.

Learn more about the advanced treatment options available by calling the office or booking an appointment online today.

Michael Blackwell, MD, is the orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist leading the team at the Center for Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine, which has two locations in Tomball and The Woodlands, Texas. 

Dr. Blackwell, who has practiced medicine for over two decades, completed medical school at the University Of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston in 1991. He then went on to complete his internship and residency at the same institution. 

Today, Dr. Blackwell and his team at the Center for Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine treat an array of orthopaedic injuries, including ACL tears, fractures, sports-related injuries, foot and ankle issues, hand and wrist problems, and much more.

The state-of-the-art facilities at the Center for Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine are outfitted with the most advanced equipment available today so that Dr. Blackwell can treat your injuries and help you get back to the activities you love. Dr. Blackwell uses Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Technology to help carry out many minimally invasive orhtopaedic procedures, including knee replacement and hip replacement surgeries. The Mako system allows Dr. Blackwell to perform advanced orthopaedic procedures with greater accuracy than traditional surgery would afford. This helps to reduce trauma and minimize your post-surgical recovery time. 

If you have an orthopaedic, or sports-related injury that requires expert surgical care, call the Center for Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine location nearest you, or request a consultation online.

Michael Blackwell, MD, is the orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist leading the team at the Center for Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine, which has two locations in Tomball and The Woodlands, Texas. 

Dr. Blackwell, who has practiced medicine for over two decades, completed medical school at the University Of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston in 1991. He then went on to complete his internship and residency at the same institution. 

Today, Dr. Blackwell and his team at the Center for Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine treat an array of orthopaedic injuries, including ACL tears, fractures, sports-related injuries, foot and ankle issues, hand and wrist problems, and much more.

The state-of-the-art facilities at the Center for Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine are outfitted with the most advanced equipment available today so that Dr. Blackwell can treat your injuries and help you get back to the activities you love. Dr. Blackwell uses Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Technology to help carry out many minimally invasive orhtopaedic procedures, including knee replacement and hip replacement surgeries. The Mako system allows Dr. Blackwell to perform advanced orthopaedic procedures with greater accuracy than traditional surgery would afford. This helps to reduce trauma and minimize your post-surgical recovery time. 

If you have an orthopaedic, or sports-related injury that requires expert surgical care, call the Center for Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine location nearest you, or request a consultation online.

Rabah Qadir, MD, is an experienced, board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine physician at The Woodlands Sports Medicine Centre in The Woodlands, Texas. He specializes in general orthopedics, musculoskeletal trauma, complicated fractures, sports injuries, arthroscopy, and arthroplasty in all major joints.

Dr. Qadir provides emergency trauma care to severely injured patients. He has a special interest in direct anterior hip replacement surgery, computer navigation, and robotic-assisted partial and total knee replacement. He uses minimally invasive, muscle-sparing approaches to optimize patient outcomes and minimize recovery times.

Dr. Qadir earned his bachelor’s degree from Princeton University in Princeton, New Jersey. He graduated with honors while participating in varsity lacrosse and football at the Division 1 level, including an NCAA national championship lacrosse team. Dr. Qadir received his medical degree from Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana, earning numerous awards, including the E. Edward McCool Jr. Award for top surgery students, and induction into the Arnold P. Gold Foundation Humanism in Medicine Honor Society. 

He continued residency training in orthopedic surgery at Boston University Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts, and Ochsner Clinic Foundation in New Orleans, Louisiana. There, he trained under team doctors for the New Orleans Pelicans and the New Orleans Saints. 

Dr. Qadir completed an orthopedic trauma fellowship at world-renowned R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center in Baltimore, Maryland, which is the only freestanding trauma hospital in the country. It houses the oldest, most distinguished fellowship of its kind.

He served at the Memorial Hermann Hospital The Woodlands as the Vice Chief of Orthopedics from 2017 to 2020. He is currently Chief of Orthopedics (2020 to present). Under his leadership, Dr. Qadir helped the facility achieve the American College of Surgeons Level 2 Trauma Center designation.  

Dr. Qadir also serves as director of the Outpatient Joint Replacement Program at Memorial Hermann Surgery Center Woodlands Parkway. He’s an active member of AO Trauma, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, and the Orthopaedic Trauma Association.

Dr. Qadir maintains his advanced credentials with continuing education. He’s conducted numerous research studies as a primary investigator, earning prestigious grants from Ochsner Clinic and AO North America. He’s authored numerous peer-reviewed journal article publications and presented his work locally, nationally, and internationally while earning numerous academic awards.

Dr. Qadir welcomes patients to The Woodlands Sports Medicine Centre and looks forward to restoring their quality of life.

Jason Piefer, MD, is an experienced, board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine physician at The Woodlands Sports Medicine Centre in The Woodlands, Texas. He’s dual board-certified in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. Dr. Piefer specializes in arthroscopy, orthopedic trauma, and shoulder, knee, and hip joint replacement. 

He graduated from Westlake High School in Austin, Texas, where he co-captained the 1996 Texas 5A State Championship football team. Dr. Piefer graduated summa cum laude with honors and a bachelor’s degree in biomedical science from Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas. While there, he was an undergraduate research fellow.

Dr. Piefer received his Doctor of Medicine from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, where he received recognition as an outstanding student in orthopedic surgery. He completed an orthopedic residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where he trained under team physicians for the University of Alabama, Auburn University, the Washington Redskins, and the University of Alabama at Birmingham. 

Dr. Piefer completed a sports medicine fellowship with United States ski team doctors at Taos Orthopaedic Institute in Taos, New Mexico. He was the orthopedic surgeon on the sidelines for numerous local high school teams and NCAA Division I football games.

He maintains his advanced credentials with continuing education to stay up-to-date with the latest advances in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. Dr. Piefer actively assists local high school team athletes with sideline care and is affiliated with Iron Man Sports Medicine.

Dr. Piefer warmly welcomes patients to The Woodlands Sports Medicine Centre and looks forward to caring for them.

Meena Shatby, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine physician at The Woodlands Sports Medicine Centre in The Woodlands, Texas. Dr. Shatby has extensive training in sports medicine and trauma. He’s fellowship-trained in managing lower extremities with a focus on knee, ankle, foot, and other sports injuries. 

Dr. Shatby attended Clear Lake High School in Houston, Texas. He graduated at the top of his class summa cum laude with undergraduate degrees in electrical and biomedical engineering from the University of Texas at Austin and earned a place as an engineering scholar.

After nurturing a passion for medicine, Dr. Shatby earned his medical degree at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. There, he received multiple awards, including Outstanding Student in Orthopedic Surgery and Outstanding Academic Achievement. Dr. Shatby completed an internship and residency at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, where he developed an interest in trauma, sports medicine, and reconstructive orthopedics. 

His interest in ambulation pathology and gait led him to a prestigious fellowship in foot and ankle. It encompassed sports and knee disorders at Union Memorial Hospital and Johns Hopkins Bayview in Baltimore, Maryland. After completing this training, Dr. Shatby returned to The Woodlands to practice his passion – orthopedic surgery.

Dr. Shatby served as vice chairman of the Medical Board of Managers at Memorial Hermann Hospital in The Woodlands and the Orthopedic Surgery and Peer Review Committee. He was a member of the Medical Board of Managers at Memorial Hermann Surgery Center Woodlands Parkway and the Medical Executive Committee. He’s on the medical staff at St. Luke’s Community Medical Center of The Woodlands.

He uses advanced, innovative methods of nonoperative and conservative treatment. If surgical management is necessary, he offers proven, minimally invasive procedures. 

Dr. Shatby understands that education and early prevention are key components of effective healing. He has received multiple awards, including Patient’s Choice Award, Compassionate Doctor Award, and Texas Favorite Physician.

In addition to offering compassionate, quality care, Dr. Shatby provides second opinions regarding other physician recommendations. 

Dr. Shatby has authored and co-authored numerous book chapters and articles, emphasizing clinical studies and evidence-based medicine. He’s a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and a member of the Texas Medical Association, American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS), and Montgomery County Medical Society. 

Dr. Shatby is excited to welcome patients to The Woodlands Sports Medicine Centre and looks forward to caring for them.

Board-certified orthopedic surgeon David W. Strausser, MD, brings his expertise in spine surgery to The Woodlands Sports Medicine Centre in The Woodlands, Texas. Dr. Strausser is passionate about achieving an accurate diagnosis of patients, choosing non-surgical or minimally invasive surgeries when possible.

Born in York, Pennsylvania, Dr. Strausser received his undergraduate degree from Shippensburg University in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, where he graduated magna cum laude. He went on to complete his Doctor of Medicine, graduating with high honors, at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, where he also finished his residency in orthopedic surgery. 

Dr. Strausser underwent a fellowship in spine surgery at the Texas Back Institute in Plano, Texas. He is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. 

At The Woodlands Sports Medicine Centre, Dr. Strausser treats patients of all ages, with a focus on cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine conditions. He brings his knowledge of caring for spinal disorders to all treatment plans, striving for open communication and quick recovery times. 

Dr. Strausser also brings his expertise to hospitals in The Woodlands, Texas, with privileges at Memorial Hermann Surgery Center Woodlands Parkway, Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center, and St. Luke’s Community Medical Center of The Woodlands.

Dr. Strausser looks forward to caring for new and existing patients at The Woodlands Sports Medicine Centre.

Munir Shah, MD, is an experienced, board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine physician at The Woodlands Sports Medicine Centre in The Woodlands, Texas. Dr. Shah is board-certified in orthopedic surgery and has fellowship training in managing upper extremity and hand problems. 

Dr. Shah specializes in treating a wide array of musculoskeletal conditions, including sports injuries, fractures, arthritis, and carpal tunnel syndrome. He understands that many conditions respond well to non-surgical treatment, and physical therapy is often critical to optimizing patient results. 

Dr. Shah earned his bachelor’s degree from Wabash College in Crawfordsville, Indiana, graduating summa cum laude. He obtained his Doctor of Medicine from Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis and induction into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. 

He completed an orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania. Dr. Shah spent another year in San Antonio, Texas, where he obtained specialty training in microsurgery and upper extremity surgery.

Dr. Shah is the only board-certified hand surgeon in Montgomery County and holds a Certificate of Added Qualification of the Hand (CAQH). He’s a member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

Dr. Shah was named one of Houston’s Top Doctors by H Texas Magazine on multiple occasions and held the title chief of orthopedics at Memorial Hermann Hospital The Woodlands. 

He has privileges at Memorial Hermann Surgery Center Woodlands Parkway, Humble Surgical Hospital, St. Luke’s Community Medical Center of The Woodlands, and Memorial Hermann Hospital of The Woodlands. 

Dr. Shah welcomes patients to The Woodlands Sports Medicine Centre and looks forward to serving them.

Brian Chimenti, MD, is an experienced, board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine physician at The Woodlands Sports Medicine Centre in The Woodlands, Texas. He holds a certification of additional qualification in sports medicine by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. 

Dr. Chimenti was born in Houston, Texas. He graduated magna cum laude from Clear Lake High School in Houston and received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas at Austin with high honors. Dr. Chimenti completed his Doctor of Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston and finished his residency at the University of Colorado in Denver.

He completed orthopedic and sports medicine training with team physicians from the Denver Broncos, University of Colorado Buffaloes, and the Colorado Rockies. Dr. Chimenti has also served as the team physician at numerous high schools for almost three decades.

He has experience in all aspects of orthopedics and specializes in arthroscopic shoulder and knee surgery. Dr. Chimenti has a strong interest and commitment to hip and knee joint replacements and reconstruction using cutting-edge technology.

Dr. Chimenti stays up-to-date with the latest advances in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. He’s a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and a member of the Texas Orthopaedic Association, American Medical Association, Texas Medical Association, and the Texas Society of Sports Medicine. 

Dr. Chimenti served multiple years as co-chair and chief of orthopedic surgery at the Joint Center for Memorial Hermann Hospital of The Woodlands. He was nominated for Physician of the Year at Memorial Herman and recognized as a Texas Super Doctor by Texas Monthly. Dr. Chimenti is the recipient of numerous Compassionate Doctor and Patients’ Choice awards.

He has privileges at St. Luke’s Community Medical Center of The Woodlands, Memorial Hermann Surgery Center Woodlands Parkway, Memorial Hermann Hospital of The Woodlands, and the Iron Man Institute.

Dr. Chimenti welcomes patients to The Woodlands Sports Medicine Centre and looks forward to caring for them.

Kevin M. Smith, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine expert bringing his fellowship training experience to The Woodlands Sports Medicine Centre in The Woodlands, Texas. Dr. Smith focuses on personalized patient procedures, including shoulder, hip, and knee joint replacements, sprains, and fractures. His specialty is in minimally invasive and highly effective arthroscopic joint procedures.

Dr. Smith was born and raised in Houston, Texas, where he was an all-state basketball player at Humble High School, MVP of the district, and graduated summa cum laude. He attended Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas, for his undergraduate degree, also playing basketball, and earning a perfect GPA in chemical engineering. He received academic all-conference honors for being an athlete who showcased hard work in school. 

After receiving his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Dr. Smith completed his residency at Houston Methodist Hospital in Texas Medical Center in Houston. There, he kicked off his sports medicine training while working with team physicians for the Houston Texans and Houston Astros. 

Dr. Smith also attended Rice University’s Jones School of Business in Houston, Texas, to study business principles in health care in the groundbreaking health care management program. He went on to Stanford University in Stanford, California, for its renowned sports medicine and shoulder-elbow fellowship. 

Following his time as the assistant team physician for the Stanford Cardinal football program, Dr. Smith continued to refine his skills while working with the team physicians from the San Francisco 49ers, San Francisco Giants, and Golden State Warriors.

Dr. Smith’s research has been presented and published numerous times, all furthering the fields of stem cell research, joint replacements, hip arthroscopic procedures, and progressive surgery.  

Dr. Smith has privileges at Memorial Hermann Surgery Center Woodlands Parkway, Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center, and St. Luke’s Community Medical Center of The Woodlands. 

He also serves at Houston Northwest Medical Center and Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital in Houston, Texas, and Conroe Regional Medical Center in Conroe, Texas. 

At The Woodlands Sports Medicine Centre, Dr. Smith is happy to welcome new and existing patients. 

Dr. Eugene Stautberg, a native Houstonian, enjoys serving the community near his hometown in Pearland, TX, including Baytown and Sugar Land. Dr. Stautberg is a graduate of The University of Texas at Austin, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science in chemical engineering. He graduated from The University of Texas Medical School at Houston, now known as McGovern Medical School. His interest in biomechanics, sports, and rehabilitation led him to orthopedic surgery.

Dr. Stautberg completed his orthopedic surgery residency at The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas. During his residency, he received numerous awards, including the ‘Orthopedic In-Training Master Award’ for the highest raw score as a chief resident, the ‘Resident Excellence in Research’ award, and the ‘Golden Bone Award’ for his role in the education of medical students as a junior resident.

After residency, Dr. Stautberg completed a foot and ankle fellowship at the prestigious Washington University in St. Louis under the direction of Dr. Jeffrey Johnson, a former president of the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society. He also trained with Dr. Sandra Klein and Dr. Jeremy McCormick, both involved in education, research, and equality within orthopedic surgery.

Dr. Stautberg has multiple published articles, most recently in the Journal of Arthroscopy. Further, he has had articles featured in ‘AAOS Now’, a national publication, where he focused on healthcare advocacy for orthopedic surgery patients and education of surgeons on policy.

Dr. Stautberg is an active member of multiple organizations. He sits on the Board of Directors of the Texas Orthopedic Association, where his work has focused on educating residents on health policy and practice management topics. Additionally, he is a member of the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS), and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS).

Dr. Stautberg is interested in general orthopedic care including trauma and arthritis. He is trained in comprehensive foot and ankle care, from acute sports injuries to chronic conditions. His focus includes sports injuries such as Achilles tendonitis and ankle instability. He also treats complex reconstructions ranging from flatfoot deformity to total ankle replacement and external frames. Further, he addresses all midfoot and forefoot pathology, including bunion and toe deformities.

Dr. Stautberg spends most of his free time with his young family but enjoys travel, Houston sports teams, and golf.

Kevin M. Moran, MD, is a highly specialized and board certified orthopedic surgeon, specializing in spine surgery. He has provided compassionate and individualized orthopedic care of all types to adults for over 30 years resulting in high patient satisfaction. His advanced fellowship training in spine surgery enables him to utilize leading edge skills and techniques to manage complicated cases. He cares for patients all over The Woodlands, Texas, Montgomery and surrounding counties and throughout the Greater Houston area. 

Dr. Moran grew up in the Clear Lake area graduating valedictorian of Clear Creek High School. He graduated summa cum laude with a master's degree in electrical engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, specializing in the biomedical field. He worked for Texaco developing advanced control programs for petrochemical plants prior to pursuing medicine. Dr. Moran graduated with Alpha Omega Alpha honors from the University of Texas McGovern Medical School in the Texas Medical Center in Houston.

Following general orthopedic training, Dr. Moran completed a spine fellowship at the Institute of Spinal Disorders at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. After, his fellowship Dr. Moran was appointed an assistant professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Baylor College of Medicine and collaborated with researchers at the Baylor Center for Cell and Gene Therapy which resulted in a patent for minimally invasive spine fusion.

He takes a conservative and evidence-based treatment approach, using advanced therapies, including minimally invasive computer-navigated spine surgery. People from a broad area visit Dr. Moran to receive treatment for various musculoskeletal problems, including sciatica, back pain, neck pain, disc problems and pinched nerves. Dr. Moran also offers more speciaized care for knee and hip pain including knee arthroscopy and reconstructive procedures like total knee replacement and total hip replacement.

Dr. Moran believes in the importance of the doctor-patient relationship. He sets aside time to understand each person's symptoms and goals. He uses this information to develop personalized care plans that relieve pain, improve mobility and promote healing. He considers all non-invasive options before recommending surgery.

Dr. Moran has resided in The Woodlands for over 20 years. He and his wife have raised five children in the community. He enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, playing tennis and being in the outdoors.

Call the practice of Kevin M. Moran, MD, today to schedule an orthopedic consultation, second opinion, or book your appointment online.

Professional Affiliations:

Diplomate of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons                           

Texas Medical Association                                                       

Montgomery County Medical Society

Michael Graham, Ph.D., M.D., is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in the evaluation and treatment of all types of spinal disorders in adults, including neck pain, back pain, disc problems, and pinched nerves. Dr. Graham is skilled in a variety of innovative diagnostic and treatment methods. At the Northwest Spine Center in The Woodlands, Texas, patients receive comprehensive, conservative, and compassionate care in order to achieve healing.

Dr. Graham is active in several professional organizations including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the North American Spine Society, The Texas Medical Association, The Texas Orthopaedic Society, and the Harris County Medical Society. He previously served on the Patient Safety Committee of the North American Spine Society and he also previously served as president of the Texas Spine Society.

Dr. Graham earned his medical degree from The University of Texas Medical School in Houston, Texas. After graduating from medical school, Dr. Graham completed a one-year internship in General Surgery and then a four-year residency in Orthopedic Surgery at The University of Texas Medical School in Houston, Texas. After that, Dr. Graham completed a one-year fellowship in spine surgery in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine, also in Houston, Texas. Dr. Graham has authored or co-authored several scientific and medical research articles in spinal surgery.

Dr. Graham treats all spine-related conditions in adults and considers all non-invasive options before recommending surgery. He focuses on achieving optimal improvement in pain and other symptoms through custom treatment plans and individual attention to patient needs. Dr. Graham believes in starting with an accurate diagnosis to ensure each patient receives exactly the treatment they need to get well.

Bonaventure Ngu, MD is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon who's passionate about alleviating your back and neck pain, restoring your mobility, and educating you on how best to preserve and optimize your spinal health. At Premier Spine Institute in The Woodlands and Humble, Texas, Dr. Ngu specializes in treating neck and back pain caused by degenerative conditions, deformity, and trauma.

Born in Cameroon, West Africa, Dr. Ngu obtained his doctor of medicine from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Maryland Medical Center’s Shock Trauma Center.

At the Shock Trauma Center, Dr. Ngu developed an appreciation for the delicate and complex composition of the spine as well as a passion for helping patients with spinal injuries and disorders. He went on to complete a spine surgery fellowship at the Leatherman Spine Institute in Louisville, Kentucky.

Although he is an expert orthopaedic spine surgeon, Dr. Ngu always chooses the least invasive therapies possible to give you the best outcome and to minimize trauma to healthy tissues. He is a member of the LESSociety, which promotes less exposure surgery. LES®️ techniques reduce blood loss, radiation exposure, and surgical time.

When he’s not performing spinal surgery, Dr. Ngu enjoys helping his patients with supportive therapies, including teaching them how to move and perform tasks in a spine-healthy manner. Because he believes each patient is unique and requires an individualized approach, he considers medicine as much an art as a science.

Dr. Ngu is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the North American Spine Society, and the Texas Orthopaedic Association. He was named one of America’s top orthopedists by Consumers’ Research Council of America in 2012 and one of Houston’s Top Doctors by H Texas Magazine in 2014. He is a proud father of four beautiful daughters.

Michael Blackwell, MD, is the orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist leading the team at the Center for Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine, which has two locations in Tomball and The Woodlands, Texas. 

Dr. Blackwell, who has practiced medicine for over two decades, completed medical school at the University Of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston in 1991. He then went on to complete his internship and residency at the same institution. 

Today, Dr. Blackwell and his team at the Center for Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine treat an array of orthopaedic injuries, including ACL tears, fractures, sports-related injuries, foot and ankle issues, hand and wrist problems, and much more.

The state-of-the-art facilities at the Center for Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine are outfitted with the most advanced equipment available today so that Dr. Blackwell can treat your injuries and help you get back to the activities you love. Dr. Blackwell uses Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Technology to help carry out many minimally invasive orhtopaedic procedures, including knee replacement and hip replacement surgeries. The Mako system allows Dr. Blackwell to perform advanced orthopaedic procedures with greater accuracy than traditional surgery would afford. This helps to reduce trauma and minimize your post-surgical recovery time. 

If you have an orthopaedic, or sports-related injury that requires expert surgical care, call the Center for Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine location nearest you, or request a consultation online.

Kyle Borque, MD, is a board-certified knee and shoulder sports medicine orthopedic surgeon ensuring patients receive the very best in orthopedic care in Sugar Land, Texas. He currently serves as a team orthopedist for the Houston Texans and Sugar Land Space Cowboys and a team physician for US soccer. 

He previously served as a team physician for the New England Patriots. He is a national leader in the treatment of injuries to the knee ligaments (including ACL), patella, meniscus, and cartilage, giving lectures worldwide and publishing peer-reviewed articles to educate other healthcare providers on the most up-to-date treatments. 

His extensive experience working with professional athletes allows him to bring the highest level of care to his patients, no matter their activity level. Through minimally invasive, state-of-the-art treatment plans, Dr. Borque seeks to heal and restore functionality to athletes and weekend warriors alike.

 Call today or use the online tool to schedule an appointment with Dr. Borque.

Dr. Stephen De Young is a second-generation, board-certified orthopedic surgeon who has been with Southwest Orthopedic Group, LLP, in the Sugar Land, Texas, office since 2002.

Dr. De Young received his Bachelor of Science degree, summa cum laude, from the University of Houston in 1972. He trained locally, completing medical school, a neurology internship and his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.

Dr. De Young has earned a reputation as a highly skilled physician known for providing individual attention to each of his patients. He is a methodical and sharp diagnostician, known for catching underlying issues and complexities.

Dr. DeYoung practices general orthopedics, and specializes in surgery and treatment of the lower back, arthroscopy of shoulder and knee, carpal tunnel surgery, surgery and treatment of the hip, treatment of the ankle and foot, fractures, dislocations, arthritis, rotator cuff injuries, frozen shoulder, and treatment of workers’ compensation patients.

He also holds leadership positions in his community, serving as a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and a consulting physician at the Shriners Hospital for Children. His professional affiliations include the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Texas Medical Association, Harris County Medical Society, and Western Orthopaedic Association.

If you are looking for a detail-oriented, caring physician for your orthopedic concerns, Dr. Stephen De Young is the doctor for you. Call today to make an appointment with Dr. De Young.

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