Dr. John R. Burleson, M.D. earned his medical degree from University of Texas Medical School and completed his residency at University of Massachusetts Medical Center. Dr. Burleson was trained as a Spine Surgery Fellow at the Texas Back Institute. His specialties include Globus Excelsius Robotic Navigation Surgery, Mazor X Stealth™ Robotic Spine Surgery, General Orthopaedics, Fracture Care, Minimally Invasive Fusion Surgery, Non-Operative Spine Care and Motion Preservation Surgery.
Dr. John R. Burleson, M.D. earned his medical degree from University of Texas Medical School and completed his residency at University of Massachusetts Medical Center. Dr. Burleson was trained as a Spine Surgery Fellow at the Texas Back Institute. His specialties include Globus Excelsius Robotic Navigation Surgery, Mazor X Stealth™ Robotic Spine Surgery, General Orthopaedics, Fracture Care, Minimally Invasive Fusion Surgery, Non-Operative Spine Care and Motion Preservation Surgery.
Dr. John R. Burleson, M.D. graduated from Dallas Baptist University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and a Minor in Chemistry. He earned his medical degree from University of Texas Medical School in Houston, TX. After medical school, he went to the University of Massachusetts Medical Center where he completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery, and spent an additional year completing an extensive research curriculum in orthopedic spine surgery. Pursuing a specialty in spine surgery, Dr. Burleson was trained as a Spine Surgery Fellow at the Texas Back Institute.
Dr. Burleson is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Medical Association, and the North American Spine Society. Furthermore, he holds membership in the Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery and the New England Spine Study Group. Dr. Burleson has published in scientific journals and authored the first textbook chapter in the world on 3D printing in spine surgery. He plans to continue his research in spinal disease and injuries and to present his findings at national and international meetings.
Dr. Burleson specializes in orthopaedic spinal surgery with an emphasis on minimally invasive techniques. Many of his patients do not require surgery, and are often successfully treated using nonsurgical options. For those who do require surgery, he uses the least invasive operative solution possible to help the patient heal quickly and achieve the very best outcome. He utilized robotic assisted surgery when possible to achieve as much precision as possible. He is also interested in implant design, prototyping, and 3D printing. He enjoys staying on the forefront of technology while also taking care to assure that all implants and techniques have been rigorously tested and validated.
Dr. Burleson’s Specialties:
- Globus Excelsius Robotic Navigation Surgery
- Spine
- Mazor X Stealth™ Robotic Spine Surgery
- General Orthopaedics
- Fracture Care
- Minimally Invasive Fusion Surgery
- Non-Operative Spine Care
Motion Preservation Surgery
He’s has given me hope to get off pain killers after 2 1/2 years on them.Dr Burleson I like he gets to the point what needs to be done how when and where . that’s why I’m glad I found them
Dr. Burleson was very nice and professional.
Great Doctor. Took the time to listen to my concerns and explain the issues I had. Everyone at Houston Orthopedics are awesome.
I was very disappointed with my visit. I waited a month for an appointment with Dr. Burleson, got a sitter for my husband , drove from Lebanon and never saw Dr. Burleson! The PA. Was very nice but I did not make an appointment witk a PA!!! I am a caregiver for a bedridden husband with dementia and had gone to a lot of trouble to have Dr. Bturleson help me. I had x-rays done and was handed papers with home exercises, but got no real help for my back pain. So I drove another 45 minutes home very disappointed!!!
Just now starting with him.
I made an appointment to see the doctor not his assistant
He listens & takes time to explain. Doesn’t make you feel like you’re asking dumb questions. Gives a good sense of trust
His nurse is very nice and does take interest in the patients problems their haven.
Very capable and friendly group feeling better already. Thanks
Dr. Burleson is a fantastic doctor. He explains so easily and I have complete confidence in him. I trust him. I highly recommend him for any spine problems.