TX Top Docs 2026 Honoree Dr. Edward Baumgartner, Jr. Expands HTx Pain Institute With New Flagship Facility in Houston TX Top Docs is pleased to share an exciting update from Dr. Edward Baumgartner Jr., a double board-certified interventional pain physician and founding physician of HTx Pain Institute. The practice has opened its new flagship facility in Northwest Houston, located directly adjacent to Houston Methodist Willowbrook. Dr. Baumgartner has also earned procedural credentialing at Houston Methodist Willowbrook, effective August 18, 2026, further expanding the practice’s ability to provide coordinated, comprehensive pain management services. Dr. Baumgartner is board-certified in Pain Management and Anesthesiology and brings nearly two decades of clinical experience serving the Houston community. With extensive training at Rush University Medical Center, he founded HTx Pain Institute on the belief that effective pain management begins with understanding each patient’s individual experience and developing a treatment plan tailored to their needs. HTx Read the full article →
Lindsey Harris, M.D., F.A.C.S., F.A.S.R.S. Named a 2026 TX Top Doc for Contributions to Retinal Care and Ophthalmic Research TX Top Docs has reviewed and approved Dr. Lindsey Harris for 2026, recognizing her extensive experience in ophthalmology, commitment to advancing retinal care, and contributions to the medical community. As a specialist in retinal and vitreous diseases, Dr. Harris focuses on treating complex conditions, including diabetic retinopathy and other disorders affecting the retina. Through her work at Houston Eye Associates, she combines specialized clinical expertise with a strong commitment to research, helping advance the understanding and treatment of conditions that can significantly affect patients’ vision and quality of life. A particularly notable aspect of Dr. Harris’s career is her involvement in clinical research. Serving as Primary Investigator for the Retina Research Department at Houston Eye Associates, she leads numerous clinical research trials exploring developments in retinal treatment. Her work extends beyond Read the full article →
TX Top Docs and TX Top Dentists are proud to present the following recently reviewed and approved providers for October 2026. TX Top Docs Include: Orthopedic Surgery Dr. J. Michael Bennett – Austin Pediatrics Dr. Purnachander Sirikonda – Arlington
TX Top Docs Recognizes Dr. Alan Rechter as a 2026 Top Doc for Orthopaedic Excellence TX Top Docs is proud to recognize Dr. Alan Rechter, a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with Orthopaedic Associates, as a reviewed and approved TX Top Doc for 2026. With decades of experience in orthopaedic medicine, Dr. Rechter is dedicated to helping patients manage musculoskeletal conditions, restore mobility, and improve their overall quality of life through comprehensive, individualized care. Dr. Rechter practices general orthopaedics, with expertise spanning fracture management, joint replacement surgery, sports medicine, arthritis treatment, osteoporosis prevention and management, and hand and foot surgery. His broad clinical background allows him to address a wide range of orthopaedic concerns, with an emphasis on helping patients find effective treatment options suited to their individual needs and goals. His professional achievements are supported by an exceptional academic foundation. Dr. Rechter earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of South Read the full article →
Dr. Marc A. Ward Recognized as a 2026 TX Top Doc for Excellence in Minimally Invasive Surgery Dr. Marc Andrew Ward has been reviewed and approved by TX Top Docs based on merit for 2026. Dr. Ward is an experienced minimally invasive surgeon specializing in conditions affecting the esophagus and stomach. Practicing with the Center for Advanced Surgery, Dr. Ward provides specialized surgical care to patients in Dallas, Plano, and Tyler, Texas, with a focus on combining advanced techniques with individualized treatment. Dr. Ward earned his medical degree from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine before completing his internship and residency in general surgery at UChicago Medicine. He continued his training through fellowships in minimally invasive and endoscopic surgery at Providence Portland Medical Center in Oregon and L’Institut Mutualiste Montsouris in Paris. His international training and experience working with pioneers in minimally invasive surgery have helped shape his Read the full article →
