Ples Kujawa, MD, an Orthopedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Specialist in Private Practice
Get to know Orthopedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Specialist Dr. Ples Kujawa, who serves patients in San Antonio, Texas.
Dr. Kujawa is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon & sports medicine specialist who is currently serving patients at his private practice in San Antonio, Texas. His practice is wide-ranging to include fractures, knee and hip replacement, knee and shoulder arthroscopies, and general orthopedics. He and his staff are committed to orthopedic excellence and pledge to provide each patient with the very best care available. With over 20 years of experience and using the latest advancements in orthopedic technology, Dr. Kujawa customizes treatment plans according to each patient’s individual needs.
Dr. Kujawa is also affiliated with Northeast Methodist Hospital, Christus Santa Rosa, and Methodist Ambulatory Surgery Hospital.
Dr. Kujawa earned his medical degree, internship, and residency at the University of Texas Medical School in Houston, Texas. He then went on to complete a fellowship in orthopedics and sports medicine at the Fracture Care Center in Eugene, Oregon. He also completed a fellowship in sports medicine in Sydney, Australia.
Dr. Kujawa is a member of the Alamo Orthopaedic Society, the Alpha Omega Alpha National Medical Honor Society, the Bexar County Medical Society, and the Texas Medical Association. He is also a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (FAAOS) and a Fellow of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons (FABOS).
Dr. Kujawa is board-certified in orthopedic surgery by the ABOS – an organization with the goal of establishing educational and professional standards for orthopedic residents and surgeons, as well as evaluating the qualifications and competence of orthopedic surgeons. It is a member of the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS).
Dr. Kujawa appreciates the specific needs of the high school athlete as demonstrated by his 20 plus years of being the team physician for Roosevelt High School.
Orthopedic surgery or orthopedics is the branch of surgery that deals with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. An orthopedic surgeon offers care to patients suffering from problems associated with the joints, bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. They perform surgeries to address trauma, injuries, tumors, infections, and other conditions that require surgical intervention.
Sports medicine is the medical specialty concerned with the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries due to athletic activity. Sports medicine specialists are either orthopedic surgeons or primary care physicians who prescribe treatments for professional and amateur athletes. They are trained to address issues associated with nutrition, sports psychology, and substance abuse. They may also counsel athletes on injury prevention.
Dr. Kujawa was born in Amarillo, Texas. He has traveled extensively around the world.
Learn More about Dr. Ples Kujawa:
Through his findatopdoc profile, https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/550178-Ples-Kujawa-sports-medicine-specialist-San-Antonio-TX-78233 or through his private practice, https://www.pleskujawamd.com/dr-kujawa/
About FindaTopDoc.com
FindaTopDoc is a digital health information company that helps connect patients with local physicians and specialists who accept your insurance. Our goal is to help guide you on your journey towards optimal health by providing you with the know how to make informed decisions for you and your family.
