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Rajesh G. Arakal, M.D.
- Practicing Locations:
- Plano, TX, McKinney, TX, and Wichita Falls, TX
- Personal Quote:
“I dedicate my practice exclusively to the thorough evaluation and treatment of cervical, thoracic and lumbar pathology. When required, surgical treatments are tailored to meet patients needs.”
- Specialty:
- Spine Surgery
- Fellowship Training:
- Spinal Surgery
- Certification:
Certified – American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
- Education:
Specialized training at the Klinic Karlsbad, Germany with Jurgen Harms for Cervical stabilization and Lumbar reconstructive procedures.
2004-2005 Spine Surgery Fellowship, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas Medical Center (Methodist Hospital, St. Luke’s Episcopal Hospital, Michael Debakey VA Hospital, Texas Children’s Hospital, Ben Taub General Hospital) (Chief of Service: Michael Heggeness, M.D., Ph.D.)
2000-2004 Orthopedic Surgery Residency, New Jersey Medical School, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Newark, New Jersey (Chief of Service: Fred F. Behrens, M.D.)
1999-2000 General Surgery Internship, University Hospital, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Newark, New Jersey
1999 M.D., New Jersey Medical School, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Newark, New Jersey
1995 B.S., Honors Program, College of New Jersey, Ewing, New Jersey
- Awards/Recognition:
Director of Orthopedic Spine, Medical Center of Plano
Spine Trauma physician at regional level II Trauma Center
Clinical Instruction, Minimally Invasive Selective Endoscopic Discectomy, Arthroscopic Approaches to the Spinal Column, Anthony Yeung, M.D., Clinical Assistant Professor, University of California, San Diego, Arizona Institute of Minimally Invasive Surgery, San Diego, California
October 2007 Clinical Instruction, Complex Spinal Deformity, Lawrence Lenke, M.D., Washington University, St. Louis, Missouri
Spine Consultant, Michael Johnson Athletic Performance Center at Craig Ranch, McKinney, Texas
Sub-investigator, Advent Cervical Disc Arthroplasty Study
Co-Investigator, Intradiscal Regeneration Study, Johnson & Johnson
Fellow, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Lead Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Providence St. Peters Hospital, tertiary referral center, Olympia, Washington
Post-Doctoral Spine Fellowship, Baylor College of Medicine, Texas Medical Center, Houston, Texas
Assistant Orthopedic Faculty, Ben Taub Orthopedic Clinics, Houston, Texas
Assistant Faculty, Michael Debakey VA, Houston, Texas
Resident Role Model and Teaching Excellence Award, Gold Foundation, University Hospital, New Jersey Medical School (NJMS)
Alumni Scholar, New Jersey Medical School (NJMS)
Alumni Research Fellowship Award, New Jersey Medical School (NJMS)
Deans Achievement, New Jersey Medical School (NJMS)
Edward Bloustein Garden State Scholar
Trustee Scholar, College of New Jersey
Graduated Magna Cum Laude, College of New Jersey
Combined Accelerated 7-year Bachelor in Science and Doctorate in Medicine
First Student to Finish the Honors Degree in Three Years in College History, College of New Jersey
- Publications
- As world-renowned leaders in the field of neck and back care, Texas Back Institute doctors are continuously writing and presenting professional articles, publications and speaking engagements to national and international audiences. To view a list of Rajesh G. Arakal's impressive contributions to spine health research and education, click here.