At Spine Associates, Richard Francis, M. D. has built his reputation as one of the nation's foremost Spine Specialists on his conservative approach to treatment of all conditions of the spine, both adult and pediatric. Patients and employers alike appreciate the fact that every appropriate method of treatment is applied before recommending surgery with less than 10% of patients requiring surgery.
For most patients, this means a more rapid relief of pain and a return to work in the shortest possible time. However, in the event that surgery is indicated, patients may be assured that they will be in the hands of one of the most skilled surgeons in the U. S.
These superb skills are a result of eight years of advanced training in Scotland under the auspices of the Royal College of Surgeons, later at Baylor College of Medicine and service for several years as Assistant Professor of Spinal Surgery at University of Texas Medical School before Dr. Francis founded Spine Associates.
Always at the forefront of medical technology, Dr. Francis was one of the first physicians in this country to perform the recently approved lumbar disc replacement surgery. These techniques have proved to be true blessings for those who qualify for the procedures, with short hospital stays of only a few days, dramatic reduction of pain and very rapid rehabilitation times.
Spine Associates is dedicated to superior service and all patients will be seen by Dr. Francis within three working days of referral and appointment. In addition, a complete diagnostic report will be sent to the referring physician or employer within 24 hours of the diagnostic office visit.
People from Houston and all over Texas have already been successfully treated by Spine Associates and with the advent of our new offices adjacent to the new Foundation Orthopedic Hospital on the West Loop South, it will become even easier to get the very best medical treatment for the entire spine. Please call us at 713-383-7100 and we will be pleased to arrange an appointment for you.
Richard Francis, M.D., MBA, FRCS Ed., FRCS Ed.(Tr & Orth) |
