Raj Shani, M.D.

4.6 out of 5 stars

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Raj H. Shani, MD

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Specialty:
Orthopedic Surgery
Clinical Interests:
Sports Medicine, Shoulder, Knee, and Ankle Surgery, General Orthopedics
Board Certification:
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Education/Training

Medical School
Baylor College of Medicine, 2007

Residency
University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston , 2012

Fellowship
Emory University, 2013

Dr. Raj Shani is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth).

Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, Dr. Shani specializes in Sports Medicine with an emphasis on surgery of the shoulder, knee, and ankle. He has traveled internationally, gaining expertise in new and innovative techniques in cartilage repair and preservation.

Dr. Shani was the Team Physician during the River Oaks Clay Court Championship, Memorial Hermann Marathon, and several Ironman events. He is currently the Team Physician for St. Pius High School and Lutheran North High School.

Dr. Shani is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine.

52 Patient Review(s) / 250 Surveys

07/21/20
My visit was handled very professionally by the doctor.
07/19/20
Dr. Shani always takes his time to listen to his patients. He is a very good doctor.
07/03/20
Dr. Shani & associates were thorough and efficient.
06/30/20
Dr. Raj Shani is a wonderful doctor, knowledgeable, kind, patient and listens. He is the best!
06/26/20
Very Good.
06/24/20
Seldom "risks" are explained or given.
06/18/20
Dr. Shani was very thorough. Took the time to show me my x-rays, what he saw and didn't see (vs. prior Orthopedic Dr. I had been using before Dr. Shani).
06/16/20
Doctor and nurse attended me good.
06/15/20
I didn't get any advise from doctor, I'll find another provider for my health problem.
05/27/20
After a short discussion it was determined that imaging was necessary to diagnose the issue which is expected for orthopedic issues.
05/24/20
All the answers I asked were answered.
05/12/20
Dr. Shani is very thorough and answered all of my questions.
05/12/20
The nurse was wonderful
05/04/20
I have always received exceptional respect, care and treatment from Dr. Shani and his staff. I can't tell you how many times I have recommended your clinic to family and friends.
04/27/20
*Dr. Shani & staff is very nice, knowledgeable & punctual.
04/27/20
*Dr. Shani, very patient he listens & he very thorough with exam & explaining options.
04/27/20
Show concern & answers questions.
03/28/20
quick
03/25/20
all good
03/22/20
very nice and helpful staff, quick visit, limited waiting time
03/21/20
This was so easy and efficient. I couldn't have asked for better service!
03/21/20
Again, this was impeccable!
03/21/20
The staff were incredibly caring and ensured my health and safety was their number one priority.
03/21/20
The nurse/s, were delightful. They were so friendly and caring!
03/14/20
So deeply thankful for Dr. Shani and staff to fit me in on short notice despite his ultra-busy schedule. After I arrived, they let me know he was still in surgery and even apologized for his being late. I told them I was just grateful he could squeeze me in due to my Flexible Spending Account deadline. I could have gone with another doctor but I trust Dr. Shani.
03/14/20
I always ask for a female doctor. in this case there was none. I'm quite please with Dr. Raj Shani. I asked for him to look at my other knee while I was their because it bothers me once or twice a week with a little snag catch kind of pain and he didn't hesitate to look at x-ray for it. My initial problem has been [...] [...] which gives daily discomfort and frequent pain. He asked a ton of questions and he came up with a treatment plan that included an injection, some physical therapy I can do at home, and he even printed out a diet for [...], provided a copy of MRI report, and the physical therapy. I can't describe how it feels to know that it could be [...] or [...] [...] causing me the main painful problems all these years, and that these are treatable. As he said, it's good news. Dr. Shani and staff have given me the tools to work with these two likely outcomes so that my [...] [...] will stop determining how I live and exercise.
03/13/20
No physical assessment was done, always in a hurry, no empathy at all.
03/12/20
Would surely recommend Dr. Shani to others.
03/12/20
Have already recommended Dr. Shani to others.
03/12/20
very good....
03/10/20
Dr. Shani has really got me involved in other Specialist to help my condition.
03/10/20
Dr. Shani's staff was on point.
03/06/20
Dr. Shani was very nice and explained different options, with surgery being the last course.
03/06/20
Very pleasant and professional.
03/06/20
Very impressed. I [...] told my [...] about Dr. Kaplan and his procedure as she may be in need for her [...].
03/02/20
Physician was very caring about my situation and even recommended to start doing exercise right away to strengthen arm.
02/25/20
good.
02/22/20
Dr. Shari is a first-class doctor and I'm more than proud to say he's my orthopedic doctor. Without a doubt, I would recommend him to anyone and everyone!
02/16/20
Dr. Shani is very responsive to my needs. But he does not talk a lot and does not explain why he does what he does sometimes he has the nurse call after I leave to let me know what he wants me to do.
01/31/20
I had an MRI on [...] and as of [...] of the same week, no phone call from the Dr. regarding the results of the MRI. disappointing.
01/21/20
Dr. Shani is excellent.
01/21/20
we didn't discuss risk of X-ray for that day and I didn't take MRI at this clinic.
01/12/20
good.
01/09/20
I have told a lot of people how *Dr. Shani did my both [...] and [...]. I wouldn't have even anyone else do it. He explains to where you understand.
12/26/19
I've already recommended this practice and this Dr. I've felt that all my needs were being met from the first day I arrived here prior to my [...] [...] [...] [...].
12/24/19
while he is a good doctor.... I had to keep asking him what was the next step, pros and cons of his recommendation.
12/19/19
Dr. Shani is awesome!
12/18/19
Clear and practical advice.
12/03/19
I liked that the physician asked me if there was anything else that might need attention.
11/26/19
Dr. Shani is very intelligent doctor that truly Listen and Cares for his patients.. Thanks for doctors like Dr. Shani...
11/26/19
This had been by far one of my worst medical appointments, they didn't showed me the x-ray they took of me. I said I was allergic to [...] and they prescribed me that, they didn't even apologize for making that mistake. I had to ask for the exercise I was supposed to do for my ankle. My experience was unpleasant.
11/14/19
All in all - despite my unfortunate [...] to be here in the first place has been great! Dr. and staff are thorough and professional - I felt I was in very good hands.

Dr. Shani is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine.

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