Dr Thomas Mehlhoff | Hand Surgery Pearland | Wrist Surgery Baytown

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Location

Fondren Main

Thomas L. Mehlhoff, M.D.

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Areas of Expertise

Hand & Wrist Surgery Elbow Surgery Sports Medicine

Additional Services

Fracture Care
Wrist Arthroscopy

Hospital Affiliations

Texas Orthopedic Hospital

Board Certifications

Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certified for Added Qualifications in Surgery of the Hand by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Years Of Experience

Total: Since 1982
At Fondren: Since 1989

Learn More About Thomas L. Mehlhoff, M.D.

About Your Doctor

Hall of Fame Doctor – 10 – 14 years

Education

Undergraduate: University of South Dakota 1978

Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine 1982

Residency: Baylor College of Medicine 1988

Fellowship: Baylor College of Medicine 1989

Fellowship: Mayo Clinic 1989

Publications

“Reconstruction of the Medial Collateral Ligament of the Elbow,” The Journal of Hand Surgery, November 2009, Volume 34A, Number 9, pages 1729-1733.

“Bilateral ruptures of the distal biceps brachii tendon,” Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, Volume 18, pages 804-807, (2009).

Faculty Appointments

Team Physician, Houston Astros, Association of Major League Baseball Team Physicians

Chairman of Ethics Committee, Texas Orthopedic Hospital

Physician Peer Review and Quality Improvement Committee, Texas Orthopedic Hospital

Texas Orthopedic Hospital Board of Trustees, Texas Orthopedic Hospital

Medical Societies

American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons

American Society for Surgery of the Hand

Association of Major League Baseball Team Physicians

Harris County Medical Society

Houston Hand Study Group

Texas Medical Association

Texas Medical Foundation

Texas Orthopedic Association

Texas Society of Sports Medicine

Awards

Paul Harrington Award for Excellence in Orthopedics , Orthopedic Surgery Residency

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What Our Patients Say

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						I saw Dr. Thomas Mehlhoff at Texas Orthopedic Hospital in Houston for a second opinion re possible surgery to remove the volar plate that had been used in California to repair my badly fractured wrist. He was extremely knowledgeable, patient with my questions, and clearly committed to helping me make an informed decision. I was very glad to have met him and recommend him most highly.			
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Leone Buyse		
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Leone Buyse

						I saw Dr. Thomas Mehlhoff at Texas Orthopedic Hospital in Houston for a second opinion re possible surgery to remove the volar plate that had been used in California to repair my badly fractured wrist. He was extremely knowledgeable, patient with my questions, and clearly committed to helping me make an informed decision. I was very glad to have met him and recommend him most highly.
					
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						Dr. Mehlhoff and his staff are the best. Thanks to him I can play the guitar again! 60 years of playing can take a toll on hands. Thankfully Dr. Mehlhoff’s surgery was just the ticket I needed to regain the dexterity for once again playing the acoustic guitar. Thank you Fondren Orthopedic Group and Dr. Mehlhoff and his outstanding team.			
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David Kelldorf		
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David Kelldorf

						Dr. Mehlhoff and his staff are the best. Thanks to him I can play the guitar again! 60 years of playing can take a toll on hands. Thankfully Dr. Mehlhoff’s surgery was just the ticket I needed to regain the dexterity for once again playing the acoustic guitar. Thank you Fondren Orthopedic Group and Dr. Mehlhoff and his outstanding team.
					
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						I had to hand surgery that only made it bad so I went to see Thomas L. Mehihoff M.D thank God for him he operated on my left index and middle finger and fixed them so I could use them I recommend him to everyone he has awesome bedside manners his office staff is awesome thank you again Dr. Melihoff for everything.			
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Ellen VANIER

						I had to hand surgery that only made it bad so I went to see Thomas L. Mehihoff M.D thank God for him he operated on my left index and middle finger and fixed them so I could use them I recommend him to everyone he has awesome bedside manners his office staff is awesome thank you again Dr. Melihoff for everything.
					
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						Outstanding doctor and a very kind, and considerate person. Thoroughly explained my injury, the plan for surgery, and a general timeline for recovery. Answered all my questions, I was very comfortable proceeding with the surgery. I’m giving 10 stars out of 5 ?			
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K M

						Outstanding doctor and a very kind, and considerate person. Thoroughly explained my injury, the plan for surgery, and a general timeline for recovery. Answered all my questions, I was very comfortable proceeding with the surgery. I’m giving 10 stars out of 5 ?
					
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						Dr. Mehlhoff and his entire staff were excellent! Dr. M is very attentive and extremely clear on explaining what procedure he’s going to follow and why. Went into surgery feeling very confident in him and his team and I am very happy with the experience.			
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Geno Morelli		
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Geno Morelli

						Dr. Mehlhoff and his entire staff were excellent! Dr. M is very attentive and extremely clear on explaining what procedure he’s going to follow and why. Went into surgery feeling very confident in him and his team and I am very happy with the experience.
					
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						Dr. Mehlhoff Is a wonderful Doctor very knowledgeable,very passionate, listen to you, answer what ever questions you have, ask for your input, explains everything were you can understand. I would highly recommend to my family and friends. Great staff.			
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Sandra Vallien		
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Sandra Vallien

						Dr. Mehlhoff Is a wonderful Doctor very knowledgeable,very passionate, listen to you, answer what ever questions you have, ask for your input, explains everything were you can understand. I would highly recommend to my family and friends. Great staff.
					
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						Dr. Mehlhoff is an exceptional physician. He takes the time to listen to your issues, makes sure that you understand the situation and discuss the plan for a solution with you. I truly feel comfortable recommending Dr. Mehlhoff and his staff.			
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Marie Simien		
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Marie Simien

						Dr. Mehlhoff is an exceptional physician. He takes the time to listen to your issues, makes sure that you understand the situation and discuss the plan for a solution with you. I truly feel comfortable recommending Dr. Mehlhoff and his staff.
					
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						I’ve seen Dr. Melhoff for many years, for many different hand problems. He’s, performed surgery on myself and two of my son’s broken hands, and sport’s injuries. I love Dr. Melhoff as a doctor. As a person, he’s even a nicer man..			
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Charles Koenig		
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Charles Koenig

						I’ve seen Dr. Melhoff for many years, for many different hand problems. He’s, performed surgery on myself and two of my son’s broken hands, and sport’s injuries. I love Dr. Melhoff as a doctor. As a person, he’s even a nicer man..
					
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						Dr Melhoff relieved my Dupuytrens contracture. He and the staff both in surgery and his office were kind knowledgeable and took wonderful care of me. After six weeks I have full function of my hand. Thank you all so much.			
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Judith Swanson		
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Judith Swanson

						Dr Melhoff relieved my Dupuytrens contracture. He and the staff both in surgery and his office were kind knowledgeable and took wonderful care of me. After six weeks I have full function of my hand. Thank you all so much.
					
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						Dr.Mehlhoff is very caring and easy to understand. Front desk is great. Nurse is great. Was not very satisfied with the man. ( not for sure if he’s a nurse or doctor) who gave me the injection in my wrist and hand.			
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Nannie Rhew		
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Nannie Rhew

						Dr.Mehlhoff is very caring and easy to understand. Front desk is great. Nurse is great. Was not very satisfied with the man. ( not for sure if he’s a nurse or doctor) who gave me the injection in my wrist and hand.
					
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						Dr. Mehlhoff is wonderful. He listens, he’s understanding, he breaks everything down so that you understand. I would definitely recommend him to anyone needing carpel tunnel surgery.			
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Michelle Phillips		
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Michelle Phillips

						Dr. Mehlhoff is wonderful. He listens, he’s understanding, he breaks everything down so that you understand. I would definitely recommend him to anyone needing carpel tunnel surgery.
					
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						Thoroughly professional. He took the time to explain my condition, told me how surgery was going to proceed, and answered every question I have. I recommend him enthusiastically!			
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Monica Wilhelm		
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Monica Wilhelm

						Thoroughly professional. He took the time to explain my condition, told me how surgery was going to proceed, and answered every question I have. I recommend him enthusiastically!
					
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						Everyone is kind and polite. Dr Mehlhoff is so professional and kind. I definitely suggest everyone with hand problems to see him. Thank you Dr. Mehlhoff ???			
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Fahime		
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Fahime

						Everyone is kind and polite. Dr Mehlhoff is so professional and kind. I definitely suggest everyone with hand problems to see him. Thank you Dr. Mehlhoff ???
					
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						Excellent all around visit. Staff was very professional and took the time to answer all questions. dr. Mehlhoff is amazing!			
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Dave Wood		
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Dave Wood

						Excellent all around visit. Staff was very professional and took the time to answer all questions. dr. Mehlhoff is amazing!
					
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						Dr. Mehlhoff is nice and very thorough. He gave specific details on my procedure and what exactly will take place.			
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Derwin Seals		
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Derwin Seals

						Dr. Mehlhoff is nice and very thorough. He gave specific details on my procedure and what exactly will take place.
					
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						I have been a patient for multiple surgeries and I would not to to anyone for hand/arm surgeries but Dr Melhoff			
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Randy Greathouse		
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Randy Greathouse

						I have been a patient for multiple surgeries and I would not to to anyone for hand/arm surgeries but Dr Melhoff
					
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						Dr. Mehlhoff is an excellent surgeon. He and his staff care about the patients. I highly recommend.			
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Melba Stieber		
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Melba Stieber

						Dr. Mehlhoff is an excellent surgeon. He and his staff care about the patients. I highly recommend.
					

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