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 Kingwood, 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!
Dr. Lintner and his team are happy to accept most insurance plans. Please contact our office if you have any questions about your coverage.
If you throw for your sport or your living, the last thing you want to do is throw out your arm by tearing the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) in your elbow. Although Tommy John surgery repairs torn UCLs, the best treatment is prevention.
As an athlete, you need to be aware of your body, its mechanics, and its needs. If you play sports that involve throwing or hitting, you may develop an unstable shoulder. Know the signs of shoulder instability to avoid further injury.
You may think that you get all of the exercise you need to keep your pitching arm strong from training and games. But the unique requirements of a high-velocity pitch mean you must train your entire body if you want to have a long career.
"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."
"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."
"Dr. Lintner is a wonderful doctor. He is incredibly intelligent, down to earth, and one of the most highly regarded orthopedic surgeons in Houston."
"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."
