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Orthopaedic Surgeons Associates4646 N. Mesa St, El Paso, TX 79912 map
Dr. Al Hernandez, an orthopedic surgeon practicing in El Paso, TX, cares for damage to the tendons, joints, bones, & muscles, or the musculoskeletal system.
Orthopaedic Surgeons Associates
Accepting New Patients?
Yes, Dr. Al A. Hernandez is accepting new patients at this office.
Phone
Address
4646 N. Mesa St, El Paso, TX 79912
Office Details
Insurance Accepted
Please contact the doctor’s office to inquire about insurance.
Bio
Dr. Hernandez received his medical degree from the University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio, and completed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at Louisiana State University in New Orleans, Louisiana. He returned to El Paso, Texas, where he has been practicing as an orthopaedic surgeon since 1987. Dr. Hernandez is Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Dr. Hernandez is the Team Doctor for the El Paso Rhinos Hockey Team (2008-Present) and one of the unofficial team physicians for the El Paso Chihuahuas (2014-2017 seasons). He is licensed in Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and Louisiana.
SERVICES
- Prosthetic Joints - MAKOplasty®
- Degenerative Joints
- Meniscal Tear
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Repair
- Bone Fractures
Specialties
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Orthopedic Surgery
An orthopedic surgeon in Texas, Dr. Hernandez is qualified to identify and treat trauma to the musculoskeletal system, such as the joints, muscles, bones, tendons, and ligaments. After reaching a specific medical diagnosis, Dr. Hernandez will normally turn to surgery when all other treatment methods are already exhausted or eliminated. Patients might need the attention of an orthopedic surgeon for sports injuries, sprains, torn ligaments, fractures, and more.
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Sports Medicine
Sports medicine physicians are trained to provide treatment and prevention plans for those participating in sports and related physical activities. Dr. Hernandez is trained to treat complications such as muscle tears and strains, concussions, tendon and ligament damage, shin splints, sports hernias, fractures, and a variety of others. Treatments may include rehabilitation services, therapies and a variety of surgical operations, among others.
Education & Training
Medical School
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University Of Texas Medical School At San Antonio
MD • 1982
Residency
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LSU Medical School • New Orleans, LA
Residency in Orthopedic Surgery • 1983 - 1987
Hospital Affiliations
- Tenet Hospitals Limited
- El Paso Healthcare System Ltd
Languages Spoken
- English
Links & Social Media
Latest Orthopedic Surgery News
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Nerve Zap Might Ease Pain of Herniated DiskAlan Mozes, HealthDay Reporter, Nov 27, 2018 at 9:00 AM