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Head Team Physician, Houston Astros

Team Orthopedist, Houston Texans

 

David Lintner, MD


David Lintner, MD, is an esteemed leader in the field of orthopedic sports medicine. He has two private practice locations in Houston and Baytown, Texas, where he treats adults and teenagers of all backgrounds and activity levels, from high school athletes to older adults who want to enjoy an active life.

Dr. Lintner strives to help patients avoid surgery whenever possible, utilizing advanced nonsurgical treatments such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy and stem cell therapy. When surgery is the best option, he performs high-quality procedures using minimally invasive arthroscopic techniques whenever possible.

Well-known for his extensive expertise in orthopedic procedures such as Tommy John surgery (ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction), labral repair, and rotator cuff surgery, Dr. Lintner has a special interest in treating injuries of the throwing athlete. With decades of experience as head physician for the Houston Astros Major League Baseball team, Dr. Lintner has performed more Tommy John procedures than any other orthopedic surgeon in the Houston area. He uses innovative technologies, including the Arthrex® internal brace and the BioECM® amniotic membrane graft for Tommy John surgery.

In addition to elbow and shoulder procedures, Dr. Lintner specializes in arthroscopic knee surgery, including anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction and meniscus repair. For an expert orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist who provides patient-centered care, call the office of David Lintner, MD, or schedule an appointment online today!

 

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Dr. Lintner and his team are happy to accept most insurance plans. Please contact our office if you have any questions about your coverage.

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What to Do About a Labral Tear

Many throwers have a torn labrum with no issues, but some have decreased velocity or pain. Symptomatic labral tears need rest and rehabilitation to prevent them from getting worse, but only sometimes do they need surgery. Here’s what to do.

Tommy John Surgery for Athletes: What to Expect

You throw hard — but then you throw out your elbow. Now you’ve got to repair your ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) with Tommy John surgery. How do you prepare? What should you expect? Read on to learn more.

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    "Absolute best out there. He was extremely professional and staff is very friendly as well. His knowledge is impressing and he is very regarded in his field."

    Mai C.
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    "Dr. Lintner is a master surgeon. He is compassionate, kind and incredibly intelligent. What a pleasure it was getting to see his incredible skills at work."

    Frazzled M.
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    "Dr. Lintner is a wonderful doctor. He is incredibly intelligent, down to earth, and one of the most highly regarded orthopedic surgeons in Houston."

    Jessica A.
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    "There is simply nobody else I would consider and would highly suggest his services without reservation. Thank you Dr. Lintner and staff for taking great care of me."

    Michael J.
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5505 W. Loop South, Houston, TX 77081
713-441-3560
1677 W. Baker Rd Suite 1701, Baytown, TX 77521
832-556-0880