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Location

Fondren Main

Idris S. Gharbaoui, M.D.

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Areas of Expertise

Additional Services

Peripheral Nerve
Brachial Plexus

Hospital Affiliations

Memorial Hermann Hospital
Shriner's Hospital for Children
St. Luke's Hospital
Texas Children's Hospital
Texas Orthopedic Hospital

Board Certifications

Years Of Experience

Total: Since 1987
At Fondren: Since 2009

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Meet Dr. Gharbaoui – Hand & Wrist Surgery Specialist

Dr. Gharbaoui is a hand surgeon specializing in the upper extremity for both adults and children. Watch here as he explains carpal tunnel syndrome and a common procedure used to relieve tingling and pain.

Learn More About Idris S. Gharbaoui, M.D.

About Your Doctor

Education

Medical School: Mohamed V University 1987

Residency: Mohamed V University-Hospital Avocemmes 1990

Fellowship: Reims University 1991

Fellowship: Trousseau Children’ Hospital 1992

Fellowship: Baylor College of Medicine (3) 2004

Publications

I.S. Gharbaoui, A. Miri, M. Ktiri, “Post-osteomyelitis non union” Maroc Medical, 02/1989, Vol XI(2), 364-370

I.S. Gharbaoui, A. Miri, M. Ktiri, “Larsen‘s disease”, Maroc Medical, 04/1989, Vol XI(4), 514-520

Faculty Appointments

Volunteer, Pediatric Hand Surgery Service and Brachial Plexus Service, Shriner’s Hospital for Children

Clinical Associate Professor, Baylor College of Medicine

Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Texas at Houston

Medical Societies

American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons

American Society for Surgery of the Hand

Societe Internationale de Recherche Orthopedique et de Traumatologie

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What Our Patients Say

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						Due to my son’s sports injury and MRI results, it was recommended we find a hand/wrist surgeon. I had contacted several surgeons within some distance for an appointment, all being unsuccessful for reasons either being his insurance that wasn’t accepted or no new patients.Luckily In finding Dr Gharbaoui, he accepted his insurance as well as him being a new patient and were seen that same week. At the appointment, the Dr thoroughly explained his present situation, what we should expect and outcome, leaving feeling confident and reassured of a great outcome! The administration/ scheduling were very informative and prompt being helpful through the process.The Drs, nurses and staff are a well managed collaborative team! All compassionate do to one’s circumstance. I’m very pleased with the physicians at this facility and the care my son received . I highly recommend Dr. Gharbaoui for surgical procedures and care!			
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Natosha Cronin

						Due to my son’s sports injury and MRI results, it was recommended we find a hand/wrist surgeon. I had contacted several surgeons within some distance for an appointment, all being unsuccessful for reasons either being his insurance that wasn’t accepted or no new patients.Luckily In finding Dr Gharbaoui, he accepted his insurance as well as him being a new patient and were seen that same week. At the appointment, the Dr thoroughly explained his present situation, what we should expect and outcome, leaving feeling confident and reassured of a great outcome! The administration/ scheduling were very informative and prompt being helpful through the process.The Drs, nurses and staff are a well managed collaborative team! All compassionate do to one’s circumstance. I’m very pleased with the physicians at this facility and the care my son received . I highly recommend Dr. Gharbaoui for surgical procedures and care!
					
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						5/5 for absolute certain. We loved the check in process, our nurse really bonded well with my kiddos and Dr. Gharbaoui gave us so much comfort and put all our worries at ease. This is our first broken bone. We were recommended the Fondren group from the ER for a broken arm and we will never go anywhere else. Shout out to the guys in the cast room Darius Johnson was so gentle with my kiddos and made taking off her splint and putting on her cast quick, and easy, they spoke so calmly and sweetly that she cooperated so well. The check in counter was so sweet and boy had us checked in in no time flat. Very appreciative of everyone there! Thank you!			
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Lindsey Evans		
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Lindsey Evans

						5/5 for absolute certain. We loved the check in process, our nurse really bonded well with my kiddos and Dr. Gharbaoui gave us so much comfort and put all our worries at ease. This is our first broken bone. We were recommended the Fondren group from the ER for a broken arm and we will never go anywhere else. Shout out to the guys in the cast room Darius Johnson was so gentle with my kiddos and made taking off her splint and putting on her cast quick, and easy, they spoke so calmly and sweetly that she cooperated so well. The check in counter was so sweet and boy had us checked in in no time flat. Very appreciative of everyone there! Thank you!
					
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						I recently tore my bicep and was referred by many people to the Fondren group. So I came down from Beaumont and Dr. Gharbaoui was able to get me into surgery within 24 hours. Surgery went great, still recovering but so far so good. Glad to be back at work within a week. Dr Gharbaoui and his PA Madison are great, all of the staff is amazing. Scheduling is easy, everyone’s nice, easy to contact, answers all your questions, almost no wait time, and clearly of the highest quality work.			
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Rusty Vanbiber

						I recently tore my bicep and was referred by many people to the Fondren group. So I came down from Beaumont and Dr. Gharbaoui was able to get me into surgery within 24 hours. Surgery went great, still recovering but so far so good. Glad to be back at work within a week. Dr Gharbaoui and his PA Madison are great, all of the staff is amazing. Scheduling is easy, everyone’s nice, easy to contact, answers all your questions, almost no wait time, and clearly of the highest quality work.
					
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						Dr Gharboui has been a great physician all through my recovery so far, I’d recommend him to anyone else who has had a bicep tear honestly, 3 months post op, still a little hitch every now and again, but all part of the healing process??			
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Ethan Tade		
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Ethan Tade

						Dr Gharboui has been a great physician all through my recovery so far, I’d recommend him to anyone else who has had a bicep tear honestly, 3 months post op, still a little hitch every now and again, but all part of the healing process??
					
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						Dr Gharbaoui and his staff was great with explaining and making my 8 yo son feel comfortable with what he needed to get done. Would highly recommend to family and friends.			
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linda nguyen		
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linda nguyen

						Dr Gharbaoui and his staff was great with explaining and making my 8 yo son feel comfortable with what he needed to get done. Would highly recommend to family and friends.
					
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						Did not wait very long in the waiting room or in the exam room. They have their stuff together. Was very pleased. And Dr. Idris Gharbaoui made me feel very comfortable.			
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Jennifer Goodeaux		
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Jennifer Goodeaux

						Did not wait very long in the waiting room or in the exam room. They have their stuff together. Was very pleased. And Dr. Idris Gharbaoui made me feel very comfortable.
					
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						Both Dr. Brock and Dr. Gharbaoui are so personable and I’m so grateful to have them to explain and guide me in the process of treating my baby’s condition.			
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Kara Reinecke		
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Kara Reinecke

						Both Dr. Brock and Dr. Gharbaoui are so personable and I’m so grateful to have them to explain and guide me in the process of treating my baby’s condition.
					
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						Excelente cada vez que vamos nos atienden súper rápido el Dr es paciente , responde a nuestras dudas .. estamos muy satisfechos			
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Alexander Terrenos		
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Alexander Terrenos

						Excelente cada vez que vamos nos atienden súper rápido el Dr es paciente , responde a nuestras dudas .. estamos muy satisfechos
					
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						I felt like they really knew what they were doing and it made me comfortable that I was finally getting some help			
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Jaime Ledesma		
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Jaime Ledesma

						I felt like they really knew what they were doing and it made me comfortable that I was finally getting some help
					
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						Very Kind and careing professional Doctor who helped me type and write again thank you I really appreciate it!			
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Cathy Winkler		
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Cathy Winkler

						Very Kind and careing professional Doctor who helped me type and write again thank you I really appreciate it!
					
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						Very prompt and competent care. My surgical procedure was well explained. I felt I was in excellent hands!			
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Karen Duersch		
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Karen Duersch

						Very prompt and competent care. My surgical procedure was well explained. I felt I was in excellent hands!
					
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						Dr G saved from a needless surgery that was recommended by another doctor. I am super super grateful			
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Brian Crumby		
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Brian Crumby

						Dr G saved from a needless surgery that was recommended by another doctor. I am super super grateful
					
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						Dr. Gharbaoui was very informative and spent a good time with me. I highly recommend him.			
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Jay Doshi		
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Jay Doshi

						Dr. Gharbaoui was very informative and spent a good time with me. I highly recommend him.
					