Dr. Joel Rodriguez, MD, TX | Sports Medicine Specialist

About Dr. Joel Rodriguez

Dr. Joel Esteban Rodriguez Vega was born in New York and raised in Houston, Texas. After obtaining an undergraduate degree in Molecular Biology and playing NCAA Soccer at Texas Lutheran University, he returned to Houston to perform research at The University of Texas Health Science Center. Dr. Rodriguez was honored to attend his family’s alma mater at the Universidad Central del Caribe medical school in Bayamon, Puerto Rico. After medical school, he further developed his passion for exercise medicine and research with a Master’s in Aerospace physiology & health at King’s College in London, UK. He returned home to attend the Houston Methodist Hospital Family Medicine residency program and became board certified in Family Medicine. He then completed a Primary Care Sports Medicine fellowship at Christus Santa Rosa in San Antonio, where he experienced care for athletes of all ages along with professional athletes including the San Antonio Spurs. Dr. Rodriguez is experienced in musculoskeletal injury prevention and management, ultrasound-guided injections and rehabilitation for return to performance. Dr. Rodriguez is a member of the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine and the American Academy of Family Physicians.

Areas of expertise

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

Arthritis

Other popular visit reasons

Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam

Annual Physical

Arthroscopy

ENT Consultation

Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Shockwave Therapy

Illness

Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome

Psychiatry Consultation

Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam

Annual Physical

Arthroscopy

ENT Consultation

Office location

Dr. Joel Rodriguez, MD also offers online video visits for patients

Orthopaedic Institute for Spinal Disorders

2500 Fondren Rd, Ste 210, Houston, TX 77063

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Education and background

Practice names

Orthopaedic Institute for Spinal Disorders

Board certifications

American Board of Family Medicine
Sports Medicine (American Board of Family Medicine)

Education and training

Medical School - Universidad Central del Caribe, Doctor of Medicine
Houston Methodist Hospital, Residency in Family Medicine
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - Westover Hills, Fellowship in Sports Medicine
Texas Lutheran University (Bachelor's)
King's College London (Master's)

Professional memberships

American Academy of Family Physicians
American Medical Society for Sports Medicine

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1952780140

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Joel Rodriguez?

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Is Dr. Joel Rodriguez accepting new patients?

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What practice does Dr. Joel Rodriguez work with?

Dr. Joel Rodriguez works with Orthopaedic Institute for Spinal Disorders.

Where is Dr. Joel Rodriguez's office located?

Dr. Joel Rodriguez has 2 office locations in Houston, view full addresses on Dr. Rodriguez's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Rodriguez have?

Dr. Joel Rodriguez is certified by American Board of Family Medicine and Sports Medicine (American Board of Family Medicine).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Joel Rodriguez?

Dr. Joel Rodriguez frequently sees patients for Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam, Annual Physical, ENT Consultation, Illness, and Psychiatry Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Joel Rodriguez on their profile.