Timothy S. Achor

Biography

Dr. Timothy Achor is an assistant professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth. In addition, he is the Director of the Orthopedic Trauma Fellowship program at the Medical School and Memorial Hermann Hospital-Texas Medical Center. Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, Dr. Achor specializes in orthopedic trauma with an emphasis on severe musculoskeletal injuries of the pelvis, hip, knee, and ankle, as well as non-unions and complications of fractures. Dr. Achor is active in the education of medical students, residents, and fellows at the Medical School and at national conferences.He is an active member of many professional societies, including the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the Orthopedic Trauma Association and AO Trauma North America. Dr. Achor has lived and worked in Houston since completing his training, where he has become one of the busiest orthopedic trauma surgeons in the country.

Research Interest

Orthopaedic Trauma