Dr. David Liao, DO, Plano, TX | Shoulder & Elbow Surgeon

About Dr. David Liao

Dr. David Liao is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon whose more than 35 years of experience span the full range of orthopedic care — from joint replacement to shoulder, sports, and hand surgery. He earned his medical degree from the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (Western University of Health Sciences), completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Mount Clemens General Hospital / Michigan State University, and finished a fellowship in shoulder and upper-extremity surgery at the Florida Orthopedic Institute in Tampa. Dr. Liao cares for patients across every major joint — hip and knee replacement, including minimally invasive small-incision approaches; rotator cuff repair and shoulder replacement; and sports injuries of the knee and shoulder such as ACL and meniscus tears. He also treats fractures, carpal tunnel and other hand conditions, and foot and ankle problems. Patients describe him as thorough, skilled, and genuinely caring — a surgeon who takes the time to listen and to explain, and who reaches for surgery only when it is the right answer. Dr. Liao is board certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery and is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Osteopathic Association, the American Medical Association, and the Texas Medical Association.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Joint or tendon inflammation of the finger/wrist/hand

Shoulder arthroscopy/rotator cuff repair

Knee arthroscopy

Knee joint injury

Lower back pain

Total shoulder replacement

Joint or tendon inflammation of the finger/wrist/hand

Shoulder arthroscopy/rotator cuff repair

Knee arthroscopy

Knee joint injury

Office location

Axis Orthopedic & Spine

5316 W Plano Pkwy, Plano, TX 75093

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Education and background

Practice names

Axis Orthopedic & Spine

Board certifications

American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery

Education and training

Medical School - Western University of Health Sciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
McLaren Macomb, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
Tampa General Hospital, Fellowship in Shoulder and Elbow Surgery
California State University Long Beach (Bachelor's)

Professional memberships

American Osteopathic Association
Texas Medical Association

Awards and publications

"Best of the Best" Orthopedic Surgeon, Greenville, Texas

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1700999141

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What practice does Dr. David Liao work with?

Dr. David Liao works with Axis Orthopedic & Spine.

Where is Dr. David Liao's office located?

Dr. David Liao's office is located at 5316 W Plano Pkwy, Plano, TX 75093.

Which board certifications does Dr. David Liao have?

Dr. David Liao is certified by American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. David Liao?

Dr. David Liao frequently sees patients for Foot Consultation, Hand Problems, Knee Problems, Orthopedic Consultation, and Sports Injury. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. David Liao on their profile.

What languages does Dr. David Liao speak?

Dr. David Liao speaks English.

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