I have been going here since 2000. I have had one surgery by Dr. Cannon and 3 by Dr. Shah, so this…read morewill be primarily about Dr. Shah even though my experience with Dr. Cannon in 2001 was the same. I am amazed to see so many one star reviews but realize that people are going in with problems that are painful and not always 100% repairable. I have never experienced the staff issues with either Dr. Cannon or Dr. Shah's staffs. Dr. Cannon did my right shoulder in May of 2001 and I was back to original strength and flexibility as before my damage. In 2008, I had my left bicep detached at the forearm due to me thinking that I was much younger than my years playing volleyball. Dr. Shah re-attached it and the recovery was smooth and complete. In 2010, I tore my left medial meniscus in my knee while bowling. I went back to Dr. Shah and again the results were excellent. He advised me that I have a fair amount of arthritis in that knee so to be aware that there could be ongoing issues. We introduced a treatment of SyncVisc not long after surgery and I have not had any issues since. In 2012, I re-injured my right shoulder (old on the outside, young in the mind). This time to Dr. Shah. The recovery was long being in an abduction pillow, however, with excellent phyical therapy downstairs, I was back to 100% being able to do anything that I used to in time. I re-injured that right shoulder again 18 months ago while working overseas (fall in my apartment) and now finally getting the time to get at it. Today, from the time that I checked in until I saw the doctor was 8 minutes! When does that ever happen? I will get an MRI to check current level of damage but would not think of going anywhere else for my surgery.

I am writing to share a disappointing experience my parents had here. As long-time patients, my…read moreparents deserve expected better treatment. In the past years it was not this way and I will say, the physicians have always been kind and patient. No problems there. During a recent appointment, they were unexpectedly informed that they owed money for braces, which had already been paid for. This misinformation was not only confusing but also upsetting. Additionally, the staff's communication was unprofessional. They spoke to my father in a condescending manner, questioning his ability to pay despite his background as an eight three-year veteran. This approach was disrespectful and unnecessary. Our elderly community should be treated with dignity and respect. To make matters worse, my father has reached out to the office manager multiple times but has received no response. This lack of follow-up further undermines our confidence in this practice. He has worked hard, never paid a bill late, from a generation where your word is your bond. I would recommend exploring other options for orthopedic care. We have a fantastic medical center in The Woodlands that prioritizes compassion and respect for their patients. Unfortunately, this practice has not met those standards. ---

Sterling Ridge Orthopedic has been amazing! Doctors, physical therapist, and staff have all been…read moreextremely knowledgeable, supportive, and friendly. Dr Johnson, Alistair, Clint, Mark, Caroline, and staff are a great team and will help you recover quickly. Highly recommend!!!

Was referred to SRO by my St. Luke's doctor. I had been experiencing back and leg pain eminating…read morefrom my spine for many months. No injury cause, just getting older (67). Saw Dr. Paul Chin, originally diagnosed as labral tear, did PT and Chiropractic, no improvement. MRI revealed spinal isues, referred to Dr. Edmund Choi. More PT and Chiro and recommended Hemilamenectomy. No improvement, elected for surgery March 2024. Dr. Choi supposedly performed the Hemilamenectomy and pain level reduced for a couple of weeks, then came back worse than ever. Continued PT, Chiro and Aquatic Therapy with no reduction in pain. Even tried another injection. Nothing was improving. I ended up getting another MRI and a 2nd medical consult from a Nuerosurgeon who reviewed multiple MRIs (pre and post op) and questioned me as to what surgery Dr. Choi had performed. My new Nuerosurgeon at Memorial Hermann-Woodlands said there was no evidence of any previous surgery in my spine and we were both shocked. Needless to say, I hired the Neurosurgeon to repair my spine which he skillfully completed in August 2024. I'm now 100% pain free and walking well (no thanks to Sterling Ridge Orthopaedics and espcially Dr. Choi). A couple of positive comments re: SRO - Office staff are excellent. Dr. Beukelman is a great chiropractor. All the PT crew were excellent, especially Aquatics with Kristin! I can not recommend Dr. Edmund Choi and suggest getting a second opinion to ensure adequate care. I spent almost a year in debilitating pain because this doctor couldn't fix the problem. A HUGE disappointment...

Dr. Lipscomb has been my physician for nine years. He is caring and conservative about treatment…read more Doc treats his patients as he would treat a friend. Being an old athlete, I have had two procedures with Dr. Lipscomb and with each, follow up has been very complete. I highly recommend Dr. Lipscomb.

I've been trying to avoid surgery on my knee for a while & appreciate Dr Chimenti's help over the…read morepast few years. Well...I've finally decided to have my knee replaced. I'm here today for final preparations but I feel very good about my decision. I have so many friends that see & love Dr Chimenti and I do too! As I have told many people, he is the most compassionate doctor I have ever met. I'll keep everyone posted on my progress...

Changed my appointment at the last minute. I live an hour away. Had to cancel plans to make…read moreappointments

I highly recommend this medical practice, particularly Dr. Hammit and Dr. Leahy. One of the things…read morethat impressed me early on is that all of their surgeons are specialized. Dr. Hammit, for example, specializes in shoulder treatment and surgery. Dr. Leahy specializes in spinal treatments and surgery. There can be extended wait times for office appointments, but this is understandable given the nature of their medical practice. If I or one of my children breaks a bone, I want them to be seen first. The office staff is usually good about letting you know if a longer wait can be expected due to an emergency, and I appreciate that.

Great group of people. Did a great job on my arm. Very helpful after surgery. But they were a…read morelittle slow if you the xrays emailed to you. Easy to get appointments and therapy.

Praise God for Dr. Brannen. He has Blessed not 1, but 3 of my Cousins. I am still praying & waiting…read moreon Health Insurance to authorize me to get in and have the pleasure and the recovery success that my family has had with this vessel of God. Thank You Dr. Brannen ~ YOU ARE THE BEST KFJ

Jason has done a hip and a revision on a knee that was 26 years old. He is really good at what he…read moredoes.

I have being going here for years. I had a shoulder injury from my teens that they were able to…read moretreat and heal! From there, they were able to determine that my thyroid was not functioning properly and have been able to successfully treat that as well. I now see Anne for my bioidentical hormones and feel so much better. Dr. Lehmann is absolutely amazing and reviews everything. I went in once just to have fluid removed from my knee - and he had read my entire file (previously was a patient of his amazing uncle, the late Dr. Fandrich). He noticed my iron was very low, and told me how to minimize side effects. I have been to many doctors, and this place is incredible.

Dr. Lehmann and his staff are caring and thoughtful. They are interested in finding the root cause…read moreand not just treating the symptom! I have been being treating for adverse reactions to the Covid vaccine (because we know that never happens, right) and his treatments are the only thing that has really given me relief from over 2 years of chronic migraines. I have referred several people to him. I love Anne, Laurie, Tisha and Stephanie. You will not be disappointed if you are looking for a holistic approach to medicine!

Tara has been awesome, the whole process has been very scary to me but she has made me feel better…read moreabout the healing process. My finger looks worse than what's pictured but I did not want to gross anyone out by viewing the pics. I have been doing some whirlpool treatments now because of the wounds I've encountered. The staff are very friendly and accommodating.

My boyfriend has CANCER in his leg, we only found that out because we went to Houston Methodist…read moreorthopedics. we couldn't even get a call back from this place!! they have HORRIBLE customer service! they DO NOT care about they're patients. if you need something done call Houston Methodist Orthopedics and Sports Medicine. we called them one time and got an appointment within the week. Thanks to them we now know how severe my boyfriend's condition is. If i could leave this place ZERO STARS i would. NEVER CALLING OR COMING BACK AGAIN

Kelsi Nelson is an excellent PTA. She pushes me to achieve our goals and pulls me back when I go…read moretoo far.

I had a pain management doctor who was there that was absolutely wonderful. He moved to California…read more I also had an orthopedic doctor there who I didn't care for. He always came in the room, I think without even looking at my chart.

When I was 68 years old, I went to Woodlands Sports Medicine at the suggestion of my PCP for…read moretreatment of sciatica in the lower back. Dr. David Strausser proved to be an outstanding doctor, first guiding me thru a series of PT sessions before evaluating me for surgery. I developed debilitating pain at nite that began in the hamstring attachment to the hip, then ran down the back of my knee to the ankle. I lay in bed 9 hours to get 6 hours of arrested sleep. The PT sessions continued for three months -- with limited (and temporary) gains. Ten days before the scheduled surgery, Dr. Strausser suggested an epidural injection into the affected lumbar area. His treatment that afternoon enabled me to put the 4-point walker in the closet the next day. It was and still is the single most effective medical experience in my life. Surgery was rendered unnecessary by the success of the injection. Not only did his therapy deliver a prompt and comparatively complete cure, but Dr. Strausser advised me on appropriate exercise and stretching routines to keep my spine limber. "Use a recumbent bicycle and take up swimming in your workouts" were his words. His knowledge extends to protective measures in how to use the back, not just avoidance of injury. I regret taking 3.5 years to write this note, but for readers with similar sciatica problems, my long measure of cure confirms the success of the Strausser Method. Michael S. -- The Woodlands

The first rule of medicine is supposed to be "first, do no harm." Unfortunately, that principle…read moreseemed completely lost at this office. (Edit: I should specify this was with Dr. Shatby's office.) My primary care doctor referred me here after an X-ray came back negative for bone break/fracture. My PCP believed I likely needed an MRI and evaluation by an orthopedist. Before the appointment, I confirmed my referral had gone through, provided all my information, and was told they were only missing the X-ray results. They gave me a fax number, I contacted the imaging center, and had the results faxed over. Problem solved - or so I thought. I arrive for my appointment only to be told the doctor refuses to see me without the actual x-ray imaging files, despite already having the radiologist's report. Instead of explaining this requirement beforehand, the receptionist immediately tried to push me into getting another X-ray done right there. Her response? "Don't worry, it's only a $10 copay." That completely missed the point. I didn't 't care about the copay. I care about exposure to unnecessary ionizing radiation and unnecessary repeat imaging when my PCP already believed the next step was an MRI. Why was I being asked to repeat an X-ray I literally just had done less than a week before? Hmm... I declined the repeat X-ray, drove all the way back to the imaging center, obtained the DVD myself, and brought it back to their office the same day. I had to actually get a physical DVD because this office also does not have any method in place for receiving digital records such as x-rays. OK, so let me get this straight: their office REQUIRES the original images, but yet they have NO WAY to receive such images except for an antiquated DVD, and if someone does not have said DVD, then they require them to get NEW images, coincidentally done at THEIR facility, or else the Dr. won't see the patient? Does that seem appropriate to you? Finally, after all that effort, I was then told the doctor had already left for the day. So they wanted to reschedule me for the following week. To make matters worse, they charged me the co-pay for the appointment, which I am disputing. They are also trying to bill my insurance for the appointment even though I was never actually seen (disputing that also). The entire experience felt less focused on patient care and far more focused on funneling patients into in-house imaging. Maybe there's a perfectly innocent explanation (I doubt it), but when a patient is pressured to repeat x-ray imaging they already completed, despite a specialist referral specifically for an MRI evaluation, it raises serious concerns, to say the least. Patients are not just billing opportunities. Repeated radiation exposure may be "small" each time, but it is cumulative, and unnecessary exposure is still unnecessary exposure. The complete lack of coordination, communication, and respect for the patient's time and SAFETY was unacceptable. Stay far away. I will not be returning.