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When you are suffering with knee pain, shoulder pain, arthritis, torn ACL, torn rotator cuff, carpal tunnel syndrome, injured tendons or torn ligaments, the pain can be debilitating. At Valley Baptist Physicians Network Orthopedic Specialty Associates, we understand that level of pain. Our orthopedists are specially-trained to diagnose and to treat a variety of bone and joint conditions.

If your quality of life has been affected due to joint pain, your orthopedic specialist is ready to examine you and discuss treatment options. Using the least invasive methods possible, your treatment will be personalized into a plan that's right for you. Don't suffer alone any longer. Let us go to work to try to reduce your pain.
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Conveniently located in Valley Baptist Medical Center - Harlingen, Orthopedic Specialty Associates is able to offer a range of surgical and imaging services to diagnose and to treat your bone and joint conditions. Our board-certified orthopedic surgeons are available to offer you the quality health care that you need to get started on the road to better mobility and reduced pain.
At Orthopedic Specialty Associates, your pain is our greatest concern. Our range of services includes diagnostics and treatments designed to offer you an improved quality of life with the goal of less pain and less restricted movements. To take advantage of our services, schedule your appointment today at (956) 389-4710 and take the first step towards relief from pain.
The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to provider related questions on our independently administered Patient Satisfaction Survey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are gathered from our Patient Satisfaction Survey and displayed in their entirety.
Vishwas Patil, MD, received his medical degree from B.M. Patil Medical College in Bijapur, India and completed his Internship at the Conemaugh Valley Memorial Hospital in Johnstown, PA. He completed his Residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, TX. The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to provider related questions on our independently administered Patient Satisfaction Survey.
Savvas Poulos, MD, is an experienced orthopedic surgeon serving the Harlingen community for more than 30 years. He is board certified in orthopedic surgery and surgery of the hand by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Poulos obtained his medical degree from Hahnemann University School of Medicine in Philadephia, PA.
Reviews (9)
Sandra Nunez
Sandra Nunez
Jan 19, 2022
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Very polite was able to see doctor right away, not like other doctors had to wait for at least. 2 weeks for an appointment
Vanessa Longoria
Vanessa Longoria
Jan 11, 2022
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Excellent Orthopedic Surgeon! Very kind, and patient. Explains everything very well. Thank you for everything you did for my son.
Red Fox
Red Fox
Jan 11, 2022
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I mostly liked the doctor for our initial visit for my sons broken leg. I've left 3 messages over the course of 2 days about my sons condition and pain and no one calls me back at all. Hoping to switch his care elsewhere asap.
Margaret Gonzales
Margaret Gonzales
Dec 17, 2021
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Dr Patil is a great surgeon. He did both of my husband's hip replacements. His staff is very friendly and helpful I highly recommend!
Margarito Valdez
Margarito Valdez
Aug 15, 2021
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Staff at front desk very polite and helpful.even though it was a very busy Friday they took care of things. Nurse was friendly and talkative. Dr Patil was excellent with services good on listening to your concerns and does a great job on explaining what is needed to take care of my injury.
Timothy Motes
Timothy Motes
Jul 12, 2021
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Great Doctor. I have suffered with arthritic pain and Dr. Patil has always provided me with excellent, compassionate care. Staff is great.
Ede H.
Ede H.
May 20, 2021
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Phenomenal Dr, he is Always very attentive and makes sure to explain progress on recovery. He & staff are very humble and very personable plus Super friendly! Blessings to ALL
Elly G.
Elly G.
Jun 15, 2020
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Almost 3 weeks since surgery. Been trying since day after surgery to make follow up appointment—- LOTSA LUCK. No call back. Finally called Case Management Team at the hospital. They actually got thru! After confirmation of Insurance the office made an appointment for me——- in a city 20 miles away!!! I’d have to wait indefinitely to see him in this town. I really hope he’s better organized as a surgeon than for regular office hours!
R. H.
R. H.
Jul 23, 2019
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If your trying to call this office. DONT BOTHER! They never answer. I called repeatedly and never got an answer. The doctor and nurses are very good, respectful and attentive. The front desk needs to step up and start answering calls. Referrals need to be sent in a timely manner.as well. I was told they had already sent it to the specialist and once I arrived I was told they never received it. I TRIED calling the office but of course no answer, I was left having to go to the office to pick up referral and bring it back to the office I was at. Which was in another city. On top of rescheduling the