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September 19, 2024

Joseph Drain, MD

Dr. Joseph Drain is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. He specializes in the surgical treatment of conditions arising from the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. Dr. Drain received a…


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September 17, 2024

Trevor Simcox, MD

Trevor Simcox, MD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. As a fellowship-trained Shoulder and Elbow specialist, Dr. Simcox has expertise in both non-operative and operative treatments, focusing on personalized…


Dr. Alisina Shahi
August 23, 2024

Alisina Shahi, MD, PhD

Dr. Alisina Shahi is an Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. He is an experienced orthopedic surgeon with a focus on adult joint replacement, particularly hip and knee surgery. Dr. Shahi  attended medical school…


Hannah Dineen, MD, Houston hand surgeon specializing in hand and upper extremity surgery
March 28, 2024

Hannah A. Dineen, MD

Hannah A. Dineen, MD, is a fellowship-trained hand surgeon who specializes in hand and upper extremity surgery at the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. Dr. Dineen treats a wide range of hand, wrist, elbow, and…


The power of optimism - Chizi Okpobiri
November 21, 2023

The power of optimism

Chizi Okpobiri is filled with gratitude. For the world-class surgeon who operated on his crushed pelvis, for the premier facilities where he received excellent care, and for the loyal friends who remained by his side during challenging days. Chizi was…


Alex Weatherford patient story
November 20, 2023

A life renewed, one step at a time

Alex Weatherford is a walking miracle. His new mobile lifestyle is due to his extraordinary determination and a revolutionary surgical procedure, Osseointegration (OI). OI is a game-changer that improves quality of life, function, and mobility in individuals who have had…


Dr. Rex Marco being interviewed for the Today Show
November 6, 2023

Spinal surgeon finds new purpose with UTOrtho after bicycle accident

Dr. Rex Marco, a prominent spine surgeon in our department, found a new purpose in his profession when a serious bicycle accident turned him into a patient.  Dr. Marco’s life-changing injury has given him a new perspective on the importance…


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November 6, 2023

UT Ortho Annual Report 2022

The UT Ortho Annual Report is available to view online. Click here to read! 


Rex Marco
October 20, 2023

Rex Marco, MD

Dr. Rex Marco is a Professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. Dr. Marco is also the Program Director for the Orthopedic Spine Fellowship. Dr. Marco’s primary objective is to offer his patients…


Dr. Bonnie Gregory - NBA Team Physician
October 9, 2023

Women in Medicine Spotlight: Bonnie Gregory, MD

Written by: Caitie Barkley Photos by: Logan Ball 2021 study revealed that just three National Basketball Association team orthopedic surgeons were women. By the spring of 2022, UTHealth Houston’s Bonnie Gregory, MD, had joined them. As a sports medicine surgeon…


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