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Texas Arthritis Resources
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Texas Arthritis
Foundation
Disability information in Texas
Orthopedics in Texas
South Texas Rheumatology Clinics
Texas Arthritis
Foundation
Heart of Texas Branch
Covers an 11 county area in Central
Texas inculding Waco, Temple, Killeen
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| South Texas Chapter |
| South Texas Chapter |
| 3701 Kirby Drive, Suite 1230 |
| Houston, TX 77098 |
| 713-529-0800 |
Texas
Rehabilitation Commission -
The primary state agency for Texas for retraining/rehabilitation services
for people with disabilities. |
Texas Commission
for the Blind -
Goals are to assist Texans who are blind or visually impaired to (1)
secure or maintain employment in careers consistent with their capabilities and (2) live
as independently as possible consistent with their skills, abilities and interests. |
Advocacy
Incorporated - http://www.advocacyinc.org/
The mission of Advocacy, Inc. is to advocate for, protect, and advance the
legal, human, and service rights of Texans with disabilities. Based in Austin, Texas. |
Texas Hearing and
Service Dogs - http://www.servicedogs.org/
Training and placement of dogs for the hearing impaired or disabled. |
Deaf
Celebration - http://www.deafcelebration.com/
Annual event celebrating deaf heritage. Site includes a list of programs
and committees, photos, meeting schedule, and a calendar. |
All Walks of Life - http://www.awol-texas.org/
Collects data, publishes reports, and offers educational presentations in
order to prevent violence against the disabled. |
The Arc of Texas - http://www.thearcoftexas.org/
Expanding opportunities for people with mental retardation and other
developmental difficulties. Calendar, chapter events, available training and information
resources. |
Texas Fiesta
Educativa - Project P.O.D.E.R. - http://www.tfepoder.org/
Community based organization providing information, support, and training
services for multicultural families of youth aged 1-21 who have a disability |
Texas Workers Comp
Advisor Newsletter - http://www.txwcadvisor.com/
Covers all aspects of the workers compensation system in Texas. |
Texas Association of
the Deaf - http://www.deaftexas.org/
Addresses the needs of deaf and hard of hearing citizens. Site includes
photos, newsletters, and membership information. |
Texas State
Independent Living Council - http://texsilc.home.texas.net/
Mission: to promote the philosophy of independent living and to promote
the expansion of quality consumer directed independent living service programs statewide. |
American Council of
the Blind of Texas - http://www.acbtexas.org/
ACBT is a chapter of the national organization of the American Council of
the Blind. ACBT represents the interests of blind and visually impaired Texans. |
Deaf Network - http://www.deafnetwork.com/
Directory of resources for the deaf. |
Aggie
Guide-Dogs and Service-Dogs - http://stuact.tamu.edu/stuorgs/ags/
(AGS) Student service organization formed to 1)educate the community and
other students about the purpose and values of having guide-dogs and service-dogs and
2)support organizations like the Southwest Guide Dog Foundation and Canine Companions for
Independence. |
Vocational
Assessments - http://www.vocationalassessments.com/
Includes a process that systematically uses work activities as the focal
point for assessment of capabilities. Contact information is provided. |
David Lintner, M.D. - http://www.drlintner.com
Sports medicine specialist at Baylor University with office locations in
Houston and Baytown. |
Advanced Orthopedic
Institute - http://www.aoinstitute.com
Specializing in arthroscopic treatment of knee and shoulder injuries.
Located in McAllen , Texas. |
Stephen
Courtney, M.D. - http://www.stephencourtneymd.com/
Back and neck specialist for Plano Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Center. |
Aubrey Smith, M.D. - http://DrAubreySmith.com
Specializing in arthroscopic and reconstructive orthopedic surgery in
Amarillo, Texas. |
Edward B.
Elmer, MD, PA - http://home.flash.net/~ebemdpa/
Orthopaedic surgeon (hand, arthroscopic, total joint, fracture) in
Pleasanton, Floresville, Pearsall. |
Rio Grande Orthopaedic
Institute - http://www.rgoi.com
Bill Snyder,M.D. specializing in arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder
& knee, sports medicine, fracture care, and work related injuries. Located in McAllen. |
Varsity
Orthopedics - http://varsityorthopedics.com
Information for parents about treatment and prevention of children's
sports-related injuries, birth defects, and growth-related disorders. Practice in Hurst,
Texas. |
Barry L.
Zindel, MD -
Located in Gainesville. Specializations include fracture treatment, hand
conditions, and sports medicine. |
Albracht Orthopedic
Surgery - http://www.bones.medem.com
Providing general orthopedic care including arthroscopy, joint
replacement, fracture care, sports medicine, and work related injuries. Located in Dumas,
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Rheumatologist
in Texas
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| Ben
Taub General Hospital
150 Taub Loop
Houston, Texas 77030
(713) 793-2000
- Eligibility: Referral to rheumatology clinic after being
approved for treatment.
- Cost: Determined by sliding scale; based upon ability to
pay.
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Audie Murphy V.A. Hospital
Rheumatology Clinic
7400 Merton Minter, Room 1A-B
San Antonio, Texas 78229
(210) 617-5300 ext. 4072
- Eligibility: Anyone eligible for V.A. care
- 9am-4pm, M-F.
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| Texas
Children's Hospital
Pediatric Rheumatology
6621 Fannin
Houston, Texas 77030
(713) 770-3830
- Eligibility: Any child with rheumatic disease.
- Cost: Determined by sliding scale; based upon ability to
pay.
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Arthritis
& Associated Diseases Center
7711 Louis Pasteur Dr. #906
San Antonio, Texas 78229
(713) 614-2821
- Eligibility: Referral to rheumatology clinic after being
approved for treatment.
- Cost: Determined by sliding scale; based upon ability to
pay.
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| The
University of Texas - Medical Branch - Galveston
Eighth and Mechanic
Galveston, Texas 77550
(409) 772-1011
- Eligibility: Written referral from a physician.
- Cost: Based upon ability to pay.
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Arthritis
Associates of San Antonio - Northeast Clinic
8527 Village Dr. #207
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 590-9596
- Eligibility: Referral to rheumatology clinic after being
approved for treatment.
- Cost: Determined by sliding scale; based upon ability to
pay.
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| Shriner's
Hospital for Crippled Children
Rheumatology Clinic
1402 N. MacGregor Drive
Houston, Texas 77030
(713) 797-1616
- Eligibility: Any child eligible for Shriner's care.
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Arthritis
Diagnostic and Treatment Center
10130 Huebner Rd.
San Antonio, Texas 78240
(210) 690-8067
- Eligibility: Referral to rheumatology clinic after being
approved for treatment.
- Cost: Determined by sliding scale; based upon ability to
pay.
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Veteran's Administration Medical Center
Section of Rheumatology
2002 Holcombe Blvd.
Houston, Texas 77211
(713) 794-7085
- Eligibility: Anyone eligible for V.A. care.
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Santa
Rosa Pediatric Rheumatology Clinic
519 W. Houston
San Antonio, Texas 78207
(210) 704-2042
- Eligibility: Most by referrals (primary physician or
other physician.
- Cost: Medicare/Medicaid; base upon ability to pay;
determined by sliding scale.
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| University
of Texas Health Science Center
The Brady Green Hospital
527 N. Leona
San Antonio, Texas 78207
(210) 358-3400
- Eligibility: Written referral from a physician.
- Cost: Based upon ability to pay
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