Andre M. Samuel, MD
Texas Orthopedic Spine Surgeon
Clear Lake • Houston • Sugar Land
Andre M. Samuel, MD is a Board-Certified orthopedic spine surgeon treating Houston-area and traveling patients at Fondren Orthopedic Group. He received his medical education and surgical training at Yale School of Medicine graduating with honors, and Hospital for Special Surgery – the #1 ranked orthopaedic hospital in the country. He then gained additional expertise in orthopedic spine surgery at the prestigious Rothman Orthopedic Institute in Philadelphia. During this time, he treated professional athletes under the world-famous Alexander Vaccaro MD (President of Rothman Institute and Team Physician for Philadelphia Eagles and Philadelphia 76ers) and served as an assistant clinical instructor to orthopedic residents. Dr. Samuel also has published over 70 peer-reviewed scientific articles, along with book chapters, lectures, podium presentations, and poster presentations. (See Bio)
Orthopedic Spine Specialties
Dr. Samuel’s Approach to Patient Care
Dr. Samuel was drawn to the orthopedic spine specialty because of exciting advances in new technology and innovation. While there has been much advancement in the field, there is still a great opportunity for future investigation, research and academics in spine surgery.
When meeting patients initially, surgery is not Dr. Samuels immediate focus for those presenting with neck or back pain, weakness, or pain radiating down the limbs. Most patients improve with non-operative measures such as physical therapy, injections, and oral medications. Dr. Samuel emphasizes non-operative measures such as physical therapy, injections, and oral medications, with surgery being considered only for patients who do not respond to these conservative approaches over time.
