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Orthopedics

The physicians at the DHR Health Orthopedic Institute offer the best in orthopedic care with a wide range of services, including general orthopedic medicine, total joint replacement, sports medicine, reconstructive surgery, fracture care, and arthroscopy. From chronic conditions and simple sprains to traumatic injury and complex surgery, the DHR Health Orthopedic Institute provides care for the complete musculoskeletal system. Our multispecialty diagnostic, surgical, and rehabilitation programs help you return to the highest level of performance and enjoy a healthy, active life.

Arthroscopic Surgery

Arthroscopic surgery is a minimally invasive technique that offers orthopedic surgeons the ability to access, navigate and operate on a given joint through small incisions. Conditions treated include activity related joint pain, tendon and cartilage injury in the hip, knee and shoulder, chondromalacia and synovitis.

Dislocated Joints

When one of your joints is forced from its normal position, immediate medical care is necessary. Due to the pain and swelling, patients may not be able to distinguish between a dislocated joint or a broken bone, which requires them to be fully evaluated by a medical professional. The majority of dislocations are the result of a fall, impact or an auto-accident. When your joint becomes dislocated, patients will experience sudden pain and will not be able to move the affected extremity, such as their arm or leg.

Foot and Ankle Repair

Our multidisciplinary, highly trained team of orthopedic surgeons provides comprehensive medical and surgical care of foot and ankle disorders. Conditions treated include arthritis, diabetic foot problems, heel spurs, fractures of the foot, ankle and lower leg, sports injuries and tendon disorders.

Fracture Care

DHR Health Orthopedic Institute surgeons specialize in the evaluation and treatment of many types of bone fractures, including fractures of the arms, legs, shoulders, clavicles, knees, and hips. Fracture care and management of pain involve pharmaceutical treatment plans along with the placement of braces and splints, casting of the extremities, and surgical interventions. Radiological studies performed by certified and experienced technicians help guide our surgeons’ assessments and patient education.

Hand and Upper Extremities

We are dedicated to restoring the function of hands damaged by injury or disease through surgical and non-surgical treatments. Conditions treated include soft tissue sprains, strains and contusions, traumatic injuries, degenerative and rheumatoid arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, wrist and hand fractures.

High-Impact Injuries

Auto-accidents, falls and sports related injuries usually occur with high-impact which can fracture, displace and shatter bones. Any injuries that are sustained during a high-impact activity should promptly be evaluated by an orthpedic trauma team.

Hip Fractures

A fractured hip is extremely painful, immobilizes the patient and if not treated timely or effectively, can result in the deterioration of surrounding pelvic bones. The DHR Health Orthopedic Trauma Institute offers advanced minimally-invasive treatments to provide patients with hip fractures a quicker recovery process with better outcomes.

Joint Replacement

Total joint replacement is a surgical procedure in which parts of an arthritic or damaged joint are removed and replaced with a metal, plastic or ceramic device called prosthesis. The prosthesis is designed to replicate the movement of a normal, healthy joint. We offer a joint replacement education class for patients prior to surgery.

Orthopedic Trauma

At DHR Health Orthopedic Trauma Institute we treat a wide range of high-impact injuries. Auto-accidents, falls and sports related injuries usually occur with high-impact which can fracture, displace and shatter bones. Any injuries that are sustained during a high-impact activity should promptly be evaluated by an orthopedic team.

Osteomyelitis

Patients can develop a bone infection that is commonly caused after bone surgery, through a staph infection or other infections located in other areas of the body. Patients with diabetes and peripheral vascular disease tend to be at a higher risk due to an increased risk of infection with these conditions. If osteomyelitis is not treated quickly, an abscess can develop in the bone or a blood infection can occur.

Sports Medicine

Sports medicine focuses on the health and physical well-being of those involved in recreational activities. Sports injuries often include broken bones, sprains, ligament or tendon tears, cartilage injuries, joint instability and muscle weakness. With a team of expert physicians, DHR Health Orthopedic Institute offers Board Certified Care in Sports Medicine. Our physicians focus on getting adults and adolescents back to being able to participate in activities as quickly and as safely and possible. Sports-related conditions treated include stress related injuries, acute injury to the knee, ankle or upper extremities and shoulder instabilities.

Workman’s Compensation

If you are injured on the job, think of the qualified surgeons of the DHR Health Orthopedic Institute to treat your worker's compensation case. We recognize that there are physical and work environment concerns that must be taken into consideration when treating a patient hurt on the job. We are committed to providing prompt evaluation and treatment of work-related injuries; we will work with your employer and insurance adjuster to coordinate the care you need.

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Our Physicians

Marshall Gillette, MD

Orthopedic Trauma
Locations
5540 Raphael Drive
Edinburg, TX 78539

(956) 362-6683
(956) 362-6818
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Salvador Mendez, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
Locations
5540 Raphael Drive
Edinburg, TX 78539

(956) 362-6683
(956) 362-6818
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Kip Owen, MD, FAAOS

Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Locations
5540 Raphael Drive
Edinburg, TX 78539

(956) 362-6683
(956) 362-6818
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Patrick Sander, MD

Orthopedic Sports Medicine & Adult Reconstruction
Locations
5540 Raphael Drive
Edinburg, TX 78539

(956) 362-6683
(956) 362-6818
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Michael Serra, MD

Orthopedic Trauma
Locations
5540 Raphael Drive
Edinburg, TX 78539

(956) 362-6683
(956) 362-6818
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Jaime Villarreal, MD

Orthopedic Spine
Locations
5540 Raphael Drive
Edinburg, TX 78539

(956) 362-6683
(956) 362-6818
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Haissam S. Elzaim, MS, MD, PhD

Orthopedic Surgery
Locations
315 E. Mark S. Pena Dr
Suite B
Edinburg, TX 78539

(956) 362-6890
(956) 362-6895
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Jose M. Marina, DO

Orthopedic Surgery
Locations
1022 E Griffin Pkwy
Suite 108
Mission, TX 78572

(956) 583-7111
(956) 583-7141
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Jose R. Carreras, MD

Orthopedics
Locations
1313 St. Claire
Mission, TX 78572

(956) 362-6980
(956) 362-6989
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Sergio Rodriguez, MD

Hand & Wrist
Locations
5121 S. McColl Rd
Edinburg, TX 78539

(956) 362-6730
(956) 362-6745
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Eric Wilkinson, MD

Orthopedic Sports Medicine
1313 St. Claire
Mission, TX 78572

(956) 362-6980
(956) 362-6989
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5540 Raphael Drive
Edinburg, TX 78539

(956) 362-6683
(956) 362-6818
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Sujan Gogu, D.O.

Sports Medicine
Locations
1000 E. Dove Ave.
Suite 200
McAllen, TX 78504

(956) 362-8890
(956) 362-8895
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Daniel A. Romanelli, MD, FAAOS

Orthopedic Sports Medicine
4770 Frontage Rd
Suite 305a
Brownsville, TX 78520

(956) 362-3980
(956) 362-3979
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4750 N. Expressway 77
Brownsville, TX 78526

(956) 362-1100
N/A
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1000 E. Expressway 83
Suite 5B
La Joya, TX 78560

956-362-5870
956-362-5875
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Charles J. Schwertner, MD, R, Ph

Orthopedic Surgery
4770 Frontage Rd
Suite 305a
Brownsville, TX 78520

(956) 362-3980
(956) 362-3979
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4750 N. Expressway 77
Brownsville, TX 78526

(956) 362-1100
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Our Locations

Edinburg

DHR Health Orthopedic Institute
315 E. Mark S. Pena Dr
Suite B
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 362-6890
(956) 362-6895
Hours:

Mon - Fri | 8am - 5pm

Mission

DHR Health Orthopedic Institute
1022 E Griffin Pkwy
Suite 108
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 583-7111
(956) 583-7141
Hours:

Mon - Fri | 8am - 5pm

Edinburg

DHR Health Hand and Wrist Institute
5121 S. McColl Rd
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 362-6730
(956) 362-6745
Hours:

Mon - Fri | 8am - 5pm

Edinburg

DHR Health Orthopedic Institute
5540 Raphael Drive
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 362-6683
(956) 362-6818
Hours:

Mon - Fri | 8 am - 5 pm

McAllen

DHR Health Sports Medicine
1000 E. Dove Ave.
Suite 200
McAllen, TX 78504
(956) 362-8890
(956) 362-8895
Hours:

Monday - Friday | 8:00am - 5:00pm

Mission

DHR Health Orthopedic Institute
1313 St. Claire
Mission, TX 78572
(956) 362-6980
(956) 362-6989
Hours:

Mon - Fri | 8am - 5pm

Edinburg

DHR Health Orthopedic Trauma Institute
5540 Raphael Dr.
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 362-6683
Hours:

Monday - Friday | 8:00am - 5:00pm

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McAllen

DHR Health Orthopedic Institute
1421 N Col. Rowe Blvd
McAllen, TX 78501
(956) 618-4414
(956) 618-4424
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La Joya

DHR Health Orthopedic Institute
1000 E. Expressway 83
Suite 5B
La Joya, TX 78560
956-362-5870
956-362-5875
Hours:

Mon - Fri | 8am - 5pm

Brownsville

DHR Health Specialty Clinic (Brownsville)
4770 Frontage Rd
Suite 305a
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 362-3980
(956) 362-3979
Hours:

Mon - Fri | 8am - 5pm

Patient-Centered Care

What our patients are saying

AMAZING doctor!!! Listened to my situation, and knew exactly what it was. I would definitely recommend Dr. Elzaim to family and friends. His staff was fabulous, as well!
DHR Health Patient Sep 18, 2020
My experience was very pleasant. The staff attended to my needs and was very professional. Very little wait time to see the physician. I went home content and very satisfied with the end result.
DHR Health Patient Sep 18, 2020
Dr Owen and his staff are amazing; wouldn't go with anyone else
DHR Health Patient Sep 18, 2020
Dr. Villarreal was very attentive and the staff was professional.
DHR Health Patient Sep 18, 2020
X-ray tech was extremely pleasant. Nurse made me feel comfortable and important. Dr. Kirk is extremely knowledgeable, sincere concern, and caring about my injury.
DHR Health Patient Sep 18, 2020
Your entire staff was extremely friendly and helpful.
DHR Health Patient Sep 18, 2020
In my opinion Dr. Marina is the very best. Dr. Marina is very professional in every respect and truly cares for his patients. I would and do recommend him whenever given the opportunity.
Iris H. Aug 20, 2020
He is the greatest orthopedic doctor/surgeon in the RGV and most likely the best in the state of Texas…please include Dr. Elzaim with his years of training and experience to care for you! You deserve the best, and Dr. Elzaim is the best of the best!
Tracy B. Aug 20, 2020
Excellent physician, Dr. Crous who has an excellent team backing him up. Well organized.
DHR Health Patient Aug 19, 2020
Dr. Owens and all of his staff were extremely polite and caring. His nurse was very knowledgeable and helpful.
DHR Health Patient Aug 19, 2020
I was very pleased with Dr. Villarreal. Everything was explained to me in a very detailed manner. His staff is very nice and friendly.
DHR Health Patient Aug 19, 2020
All the staff we interacted with were absolutely friendly, starting with the lady at check in.
DHR Health Patient Aug 19, 2020
Great service, no long wait times, and everyone was very professional and took every precaution regarding COVID-19.
DHR Health Patient Aug 19, 2020
Dr. Elzaim is professional, courteous, and knowledgeable. He has earned my trust as a patient, and I couldn’t be happier having him as my doctor.
DHR Health Patient Aug 19, 2020
Everybody is very friendly. I recommend the Dr. office to my friends and relatives.
DHR Health Patient Aug 19, 2020
Great staff, they listened to my concerns and made me feel welcome. Dr. Serra was professional, sincere, and kind. His assessment of my problem has helped ease my mind. Thank you.
DHR Health Patient Aug 19, 2020
Dr. Kirk was very nice, explained things clearly, and answered all my questions.
DHR Health Patient Aug 19, 2020
I was very happy with how my treatment went. My knee is better than it has been in a very long time.
DHR Health Patient Aug 19, 2020

Videos

Sports Therapy with Dr. Ted E. Bear

Dr. Ted E. Bear has an injury! Do you know the correct steps to take so that he can get better? Find out the proper treatment by tuning in to our latest video with DHR Health Orthopedic Institute experts, Kip Owen, MD and Nathan Saffels, DPT.

What to Expect • Knee Replacement

Are you undergoing a knee replacement soon? Learn the reasons behind this procedure and find out what to expect in our latest video.

DHR Health Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute

Are you in need of orthopedic and sports therapy? DHR Health's premier facility offers you the best in care with access to both orthopedic surgeons and physical therapists. Learn more about the services offered with our latest video.

AskDHR • What Is Scoliosis and How Is It Treated?

What is scoliosis? Does it require surgery? Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Jaime Villarreal, answers these questions and more in our latest AskDHR video.

AskDHR • How Do I Avoid Lower Back Injury at the Gym?

You may have good intentions with your gym workout, but certain exercises can seriously damage your lower back if you aren't careful with proper form. Tune into our latest AskDHR with Orthopedic Spine Surgeon Dr. Jaime Villarreal as we discuss avoiding injury at the gym.

Cervical Disk Replacement Patient Testimonial with Orthopedic Spine Surgeon Dr. Jaime Villarreal

DHR Health Spine Center of Excellence is dedicated to treating ailments of the spine with Board Certified surgeons.
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