About Me

Dr. Neil Badlani is a board‑certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in minimally invasive spine surgery in Houston. Educated summa cum laude at George Washington University, he earned a dual MD/MBA from the University of Pittsburgh. He completed his orthopedic residency at UC San Diego and fellowship in spine surgery at Rush University Medical Center. Dr. Badlani brings advanced, muscle‑sparing techniques to back, neck, and scoliosis treatment—favoring minimally invasive and motion‑preserving methods such as disc replacement. He also founded an innovative “back school” for core strengthening, posture, and flexibility. With a patient‑first philosophy inspired by his pediatrician mother and recognized nationally for his research and surgical leadership, he is committed to restoring function and quality of life.

Insurance – Most commercial insurances are accepted, but please contact Dr. Badlani’s office for more details.

Medical Education

2012

Rush University Medical Center
Fellowship, Orthopedic Surgery Of The Spine

 

2011

University of California (San Diego) Medical Center
Residency, Orthopedic Surgery

 

2005

University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

 

2003

University of Pittsburgh
Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business, MBA

 

2000

George Washington University
B.A., Economics, Summa Cum Laude

Certifications and Honors

Certifications:

  • American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery

Professional Memberships:

  •  American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • North American Spine Society, Western Orthopaedic Association
  • Combined Orthopaedic Research Societies of the USA, Canada, Japan and Europe

Main Address

Orthopedic Sports Clinic

950 Campbell Rd, Houston, TX 77024

Phone Number

(713) 464-0077

Fax Number

(713) 464-9582