Hi Barbara -
U.S. News & World Report's "America's Best Hospitals," is a resource
for consumers seeking the highest quality care in 17 medical
specialties.
http://www.usnews.com/usnews/nycu/health/hosptl/tophosp.htm
Sifting through more than 6,000 hospitals nationwide, they compiled a
list of the 205 Best Hospitals. Rankings are based on reputation and
other medical information, such as the latest technology available to
patients, nursing care and mortality rates.
Based on that report, the top hospitals treating Osteoporosis are the
Mayo Clinic, rated number one hospital in the country across all
categories and the Hospital for Special Surgery in Manhatten, which
ranked number two both in Rheumatology and in Orthopedics.
The Mayo Clinic http://www.mayoclinic.org/about/ is located in
headquarted in Rochester, Minn. Closer to you, would be the Mayo
Clinic in Scottsdale, Ariz.
Hospital for Special Surgery in Manhatten ranked No. 1 in Orthopaedics
& Rheumatology in the Northeast
www.hss.edu/
Renowned for the exceptional quality of its research, HSS is one of
only two institutions in the country designated by the National
Institutes of Health as a Core Center for Skeletal Integrity
HSS opened the first Centers for Osteoporosis Prevention and Women's
Sports Medicine.
For More Information Call:Chris Godek 212-606-1197
Johns Hopkins in Baltimore ranked second in Rheumatology and fourth in
Orthopedics.
http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org
In Texas, the University Hospital, San Antonio
http://www.universityhealthsystem.com/
ranked number 26 in Orthopedics
and Parkland Memorial Hospital, Dallas ranked 27 in orthopedics and 21
in Rheumatology
http://www3.utsouthwestern.edu/parkland/realindex.html
The following is advice on choosing a doctor to treat osteoporosis
from the National Osteoporosis Foundation.
http://www.nof.org/osteoporosis/
A list of member physicians in Texas follows.
"Our experience reveals that, for many individuals, finding a doctor
who is knowledgeable about osteoporosis can be problematic. There is
no physician specialty dedicated to osteoporosis, nor is there a
certification program for health professionals who treat the disease.
Therefore, a variety of medical specialists are treating people with
osteoporosis, including internists, gynecologists, family physicians,
endocrinologists, rheumatologists, physiatrists and orthopedists.
There are a number of ways to find a doctor who treats osteoporosis
patients. If you have a primary care physician or a family doctor,
discuss your concerns with him or her. Your doctor may be able to
refer you to an osteoporosis specialist.
If you are enrolled in an HMO or managed care health plan, consult
your assigned physician about osteoporosis. This doctor should be able
to give you an appropriate referral.
If you do not have a personal physician or your doctor cannot help
you, you may contact your nearest university hospital or academic
health center and ask for the department that cares for patients with
osteoporosis. The department will vary from institution to
institution. For example, in some facilities, the department of
endocrinology or metabolic bone disease treats osteoporosis patients.
In other medical centers, the appropriate department may be
rheumatology, orthopedics, or gynecology. Some hospitals have a
separate osteoporosis program or women's clinic that treats
osteoporosis patients.
Once you have identified a doctor, you may wish to inquire about such
things as whether the physician has specialized training in
osteoporosis, how much of the practice is dedicated to osteoporosis,
and whether he or she makes use of bone mass measurement.
Your own doctor, whether a gynecologist, orthopedist or internist, is
often the best person to treat you because she or he knows your
medical history, your lifestyle, and your special needs."
MEDICAL SPECIALISTS WHO TREAT OSTEOPOROSIS (in alphabetical order)
Endocrinologists treat the endocrine system, which comprises the
glands and hormones that help control the body's metabolic activity.
In addition to osteoporosis, endocrinologists also may treat diabetes,
thyroid and pituitary diseases.
Family physicians have a broad range of training that includes
surgery, internal medicine, gynecology and pediatrics. They place
special emphasis on caring for an individual or family on a long-term,
continuing basis.
Geriatricians are family physicians or internists who have received
additional training on the aging process and the conditions and
diseases which often occur among the elderly, including incontinence,
falls and dementia. Geriatricians often care for patients in nursing
homes, the patient's home, or in office or hospital settings.
Gynecologists diagnose and treat conditions of the female reproductive
system and associated disorders. They often serve as primary care
physicians for women, and follow their patients' reproductive health
over time.
Internists are trained in the essentials of overall care of general
internal medicine. Internists diagnose and treat non- surgically all
diseases of the body. They provide long-term comprehensive care in the
hospital and office, developing expertise in many areas, and often act
as consultants to other specialists.
Orthopedic surgeons are physicians trained in the care of patients
with musculoskeletal problems. Congenital skeletal deformities,
skeletal trauma and infections, and metabolic disturbances are within
the purview of orthopedists. They may operate to correct, fix or
replace joints and limbs.
Physiatrists are physicians who specialize in physical medicine and
rehabilitation. Physiatrists evaluate and treat patients with
impairments, disabilities, or pain arising from musculoskeletal,
neurologic, or other system problems. Physiatrists focus on restoring
the physical, psychological, social and vocational functioning of the
individual.
Rheumatologists diagnose and treat diseases of the joints, muscles,
bones, and tendons, including arthritis and collagen diseases. The
rheumatologist may work closely with other specialists such as
orthopedists, physiatrists, and physical therapists.
The following is a list of members in NOF’s Professional Partners
Network® (PPN) in your state. Any healthcare provider can become a
member of the PPN. Members pay an annual fee and the description of
services following each listing is provided by the member. NOF makes
no representations or guarantees about the qualifications or quality
of care provided by any of the members listed in this directory. This
directory exists as a public service to individuals seeking a
healthcare provider who offers osteoporosis prevention and/or
treatment services. The directory does not necessarily include all
professionals in any geographic area nor does inclusion in this list
imply an endorsement by NOF of the physician/organization or an
assessment of the quality of services offered. Consumers should make
appropriate local inquiries about the qualifications and reputations
of providers. Please contact NOF at (202) 223-2226 or by writing NOF
at 1232 22nd Street NW, Washington, DC 20037, if you have any
questions about this directory."
Texas
Robert L. Brannon, MD
Office of Robert L. Brannon, MD
8305 Walnut Hill Lane, Suite 200
Dallas, TX 75231
Phone:214-368-3232
Sarah Mulkey
Hendrick Women's Health Network
1242 North 19th
Abilene, TX 79601
Phone:915-670-2731
Jorge Zamora-Quezada, MD
McAllen Arthritis & Osteoporosis Center
2215 Cornerstone Boulevard
Edinburg, TX 78539
Phone:956-664-1400
Leroy J. Leeds, MD
Obstetrical & Gynecological Associates
7550 Fannin
Houston, TX 77054
Phone:713-512-7000
Bill Griffin, MD
Obstetrical & Gynecological Associates of Corpus Christi
5920 Saratoga, Suite 200
Corpus Christi, TX 78414
Phone:361-994-5454
Robin Sekerak, MD and Rebecca Clearman, MD
Personal Physician Group
5219 Caroline Street
Houston, TX 77004
Phone:713-524-9800
Keith Reisler, MD, PA
Office of Keith Reisler, MD, PA
1600 Coit Road, Suite 302
Plano, TX 75075
Phone:972-985-9684
Manish Suthar, MD
Texas Back Institute
6300 West Parker Road
Plano, TX 75093
Phone:972-608-5000
Jan Bruder, MD
University of TX Health Science Center
Division of Endocrinology
7703 Floyd Curl Drive
San Antonio, TX 78229
Phone:210-567-4900
Laura Street, RNC
University Women's Health Center
1600 Coulter, Building G
Amarillo, TX 79106
Phone:806-354-5707
J. Mike White, MD
Office of J. Mike White, MD
3517 SW Wilshire
Joshua, TX 76058
Phone:817-447-1151
I hope this facilitates your search.
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