Dr. Stephen Esses, MD

Dr. Stephen Esses, MD

Orthopedic SurgeryMaleAge 69

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Stephen Esses, MD is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Houston, TX and has over 44 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Toronto - Toronto General Hospital (Canada GME)|University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine in 1978. He is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Medical Center. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.

Locations

Southwest Orthopedic Group, LLP

Southwest Orthopedic Group, LLP6560 Fannin St Ste 1016 Houston, TX 77030
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Southwest Orthopedic Group, LLP10970 Shadow Creek Pkwy Ste 130 Pearland, TX 77584
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Esses is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Medical Center Houston, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. Esses' Top Procedures and Conditions

Treatment Frequency
Intervertebral Disc Disease
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Treatment Frequency

Dr. Esses treats Intervertebral Disc Disease more than 92% of his peers

Dr. Esses treats this condition more than 92% of his peers

Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
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Treatment Frequency

Dr. Esses treats Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve) more than 92% of his peers

Dr. Esses treats this condition more than 92% of his peers

Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
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high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Esses treats Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication more than 91% of his peers

Dr. Esses treats this condition more than 91% of his peers

Dr. Esses' conditions and procedures:

  • Intervertebral Disc Disease
  • Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
  • Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
  • Ankylosing Spondylitis
  • Arthritis of the Elbow
  • Ataxia
  • Back Pain
  • Broken Arm
  • Broken Neck
  • Bursitis
  • Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
  • Cervical Radiculopathy
  • Cervical Spine Myelopathy
  • Cervical Stenosis
  • Chronic Neck Pain
  • Chronic Pelvic Pain
  • Coccygeal Pain
  • Coccyx Fracture
  • Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
  • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
  • Complications of Joint Prosthesis
  • Degenerative Disc Disease
  • Difficulty With Walking
  • Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
  • Gait Abnormality
  • Gout
  • Herniated Disc
  • Joint Pain
  • Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
  • Limb Pain
  • Low Back Pain
  • Lumbar Radiculopathy
  • Lumbar Spina Bifida
  • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
  • Lumbar Spine Fracture
  • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
  • Lumbosacral Stenosis
  • Lupus
  • Myelopathy
  • Neck Muscle Strain
  • Neck Sprain
  • Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis of Hip
  • Osteoarthritis of Knee
  • Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
  • Osteoarthritis of Spine
  • Osteopenia
  • Pathological Spine Fracture
  • Pelvic Fracture
  • Peripheral Nerve Disorders
  • Pinched Nerve in Back
  • Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
  • Radiculopathy
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Rib Fracture
  • Rotator Cuff Tear
  • Sacrum Disorders
  • Sciatica
  • Scoliosis
  • Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
  • Spina Bifida
  • Spinal Cord Injury
  • Spinal Osteophyte
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Spine Deformities
  • Spondylitis
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
  • Still's Disease
  • Tethered Cord Syndrome
  • Thoracic Spine Fracture
  • Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
  • Thoracic Stenosis
  • Upper Back Pain
  • Whiplash
  • Anterior Disc Decompression and Fusion
  • Cervical Spinal Fusion
  • Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
  • Herniated Disc Surgery
  • Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
  • Laminoforaminotomy
  • Lumbar Fusion with Robotic Assist
  • Lumbar Spinal Fusion
  • Musculoskeletal Function Test
  • Neuroplasty
  • Neurostimulator Implantation
  • Spinal Cord Decompression
  • Spinal Cord Stimulation
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Spinal Nerve Block
  • Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
  • Steroid Injection

Dr. Esses' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Esses

4.6

Based on 270 ratings

5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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My name is Maricela González de Álamo Tx.. on August 3 Dr. Esses did a surgery on my spine.. here in McAllen they didn't want to take care of me.My pain was very strong.. they gave me an injection. They sent me to therapy and it didn't work, my pain was so strong that it prevented me from doing my daily activities, such as walking, sitting down and I decided to look for myself without any reference a Dr. In Houston, I had always heard that the best doctors were there. I started looking and I found Dr. Sthepen Esses and I read that he was an excellent I spoke and they told me that I didn't need a reference, they gave me an appointment the following week, and in two weeks he did the surgery... it was very painful because I had to travel from Houston to McAllen Tx. 2 weeks passed, I returned to my first date and I didn't feel any improvement... a month passed, another month and I felt the same, I felt a lot of pain, He told me that it was a long process and that I had to wait. I felt my legs numb. I heard that therapeutic yoga was excellent exercises. I started my exercises and started taking vitamins B6, B1 and B12. Thank God and Dr. Esses at 4 and a half months old and I don't feel anymore my legs numbs, and my pain is almost or less than 20%. I continue with my yoga and chair exercises. Iam feeling very good. THANK YOU DR. STEPHENS ESSES AND HIS STAFF. I ALREADY RECOMMENDED IT TO TWO PEOPLE. 100% RECOMMENDED. VERY PROFESSIONAL AND DEDICATED.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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MARICELA GONZALEZ – Jan 19, 2023
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Very professional and acknowledged doctors.
Great doctor very knowledgeable. Very professional. Nice staff and office associates. Very responsive and professional. Easy to schedule an appointment. Very helpful team. The best I ever dealt with
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mo – Jul 22, 2022
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Dr. Esses has provided me with very good care. He is knowledgeable and very attentive to my issues.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
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Jun 12, 2022
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Excellent service! The office runs like a well oiled machine. Follow up calls are quick, caring and professional. Check ins are done well, safely and very swiftly. Dr. E is kind and knowledgeable. He made me feel very comfortable in my painful time of need. I have several health challenges and this doctor and his office staff has renewed my confidence in the medical profession. I have been frustratingly amazed at how poorly many medical offices operate. As my care continues with Dr. E, I feel Blessed to have him as my spinal health overseer.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Barbara Doyle – Jan 22, 2021
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Dr. Esses has provided me with very good care. He is knowledgeable and very attentive to my issues. His phone answering staff is HORRIBLE. They are rude, disrespectful, do not return phone calls and cannot follow-up with confirming appointment or insurance claims. I have called his office four times to set up my physical therapy appointments. When I finally spoke to someone, they gave me two numbers and I had to set up my own appointments.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 11, 2020
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They had actually read my medical history. They understood my test results and explained them to me in a way I could understand them. And I felt like they listened to me and heard me and cared about me.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 05, 2020
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Very happy as always.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Francisco Perez Cabrera – Sep 30, 2020
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It was easy, short wait
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 30, 2020
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Dr Esses was very helpful and complete in his explanation of my condition and options. The staff was very friendly and helpful.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 09, 2020
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Great
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Chris Kahanek – Sep 04, 2020
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Dr. Esses was highly recommended by a family member. He is very friendly and down to Earth making the visit a more relaxing experience. His staff is also very nice and helpful.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Christa L. – Sep 02, 2020
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Excellent
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 30, 2020
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I feel beyond the doctor asking the timeline of my situation he did not go in depth about his prognosis. He did not get the info of how the injury has affected me, only to know the injury exists. He asked me to do 3 movements and determined it wasn't nerve related I guess. But I still have physical pain at times so what do you see for me longterm? Does this get better? Basically just a wait and see approach but no expertise I can use.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
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Quraun Donajae Sherman – Aug 27, 2020
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Went very well
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 21, 2020
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I am a first time patient and was able to see Dr. Esses with little to no wait time. Dr. Esses worked quickly, but thoroughly in getting to the bottom of my problem. He seemed very knowledgeable and was open to addressing my concerns.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Maya Livingston – Jul 24, 2020
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I love this doctor and all of his staff. they know there stuff and they are good at what they do. I give them a hundred stars.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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robin hallman – Jul 03, 2020
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Waiting time was quick. Dr. Esses was nice and thorough.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Christy Porter – Jun 20, 2020
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I have been able to visit 2 of his locations and both times I was in and out.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 18, 2020
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I needed to consult with Dr Esses since I had some pinched nerves and wanted to rule out scar tissue from the previous tailbone removal surgery I had with him 11 years ago. He was very attentive and gave me his valuable opinion. I trust him and think he's an expert in his field.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Natalie Moore – Jun 05, 2020
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Dr Esses did surgery on my back a few years ago; last week and continuing forward I have had sharp pains in my left leg. He checked out my back and did xrays to try to find the source of my pain. He had pulled my previous file and was ready to answer any of my questions. I feel very confident in his abilities.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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May 19, 2020
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About Me

Biography

Dr. Esses is an internationally recognized expert in the field of spinal disorders who has developed several new surgical techniques and implants for the...Read more

Specialties

  • Orthopedic Surgery

University of Toronto - Toronto General Hospital (Canada GME)|University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine

Medical School, 1978

Common Questions and Answers

    Please call the office to learn more. (713) 333-4110

    What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Dr. Stephen Esses, MD?

    New patients may call (713) 347-4062 to make an appointment.

    Can I use my insurance at Dr. Stephen Esses, MD?

    Dr. Stephen Esses, MD accepts various insurance plans. You can easily check if your insurance provider is accepted by using the Healthgrades insurance check. We recommend verifying your insurance coverage before scheduling an appointment to ensure a seamless experience.

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    New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Stephen Esses, MD on Healthgrades. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Esses' profile.

    What is Dr. Stephen Esses, MD's office address?

    Dr. Esses' office is located at 6560 Fannin St Ste 1016, Houston, TX 77030. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

    Affiliated Hospitals

    Dr. Esses is affiliated with the following hospital. Select the hospital below to learn more.

    Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.

    Hca Houston Healthcare Medical Center

    Houston, TX

    67% Patients that would definitely recommend, 3% lower than the national average

    5 Awards Received

    Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)