James Rizkalla, MD

University	Degree	Focus	Graduated
Indiana University School of Medicine (Degrees)	Other Degree	Other	Not Specified
Indiana University School of Medicine - Indianapolis	Doctorate	Other	2017

Institution	Focus	Year
Residency - Baylor University Medical Center	Orthopaedics	2022
Fellowship - AO Spine-Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Spine Ortho Clinic, Melbourne, Australia	Other	Not Specified
Fellowship - University of Utah	Spine Surgery	2023
Internship - Baylor University Medical Center	Orthopedics	2018

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Review by Anonymous on January 13, 2026 -

Baylor Scott & White Spine & Scoliosis Center - Baylor University Medical Center - 3900 Junius St Ste 705

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Comment - “ Very pleased... ”

Very pleased

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“Very pleased...”

Very pleased

Anonymous 01/13/2026

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Review by Anonymous on January 05, 2026 -

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Comment - “ One of my doctors recommended hi... ”

One of my doctors recommended him and my best friend just had back surgery by him and highly recommended him.

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“One of my doctors recommended hi...”

One of my doctors recommended him and my best friend just had back surgery by him and highly recommended him.

Anonymous 01/05/2026

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Review by Anonymous on December 19, 2025 -

Baylor Scott & White Spine & Scoliosis Center - Baylor University Medical Center - 3900 Junius St Ste 705

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Comment - “ Baylor Hospital told me that he ... ”

Baylor Hospital told me that he has good hands and for a surgeon that a great reputation to have to rely on prior to a spinal operation.

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“Baylor Hospital told me that he ...”

Baylor Hospital told me that he has good hands and for a surgeon that a great reputation to have to rely on prior to a spinal operation.

Anonymous 12/19/2025

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Review by Anonymous on December 03, 2025 -

Baylor Scott & White Spine & Scoliosis Center - Baylor University Medical Center - 3900 Junius St Ste 705

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Comment - “ Answered all my questions... ”

Answered all my questions

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“Answered all my questions...”

Answered all my questions

Anonymous 12/03/2025

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Review by Anonymous on November 18, 2025 -

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Comment - “ The Doctor was very interactive ... ”

The Doctor was very interactive and answered all my questions. He did not seemed rushed.

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“The Doctor was very interactive ...”

The Doctor was very interactive and answered all my questions. He did not seemed rushed.

Anonymous 11/18/2025

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Review by Anonymous on January 10, 2026 -

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Comment - “ I liked him. He was great... ”

I liked him. He was great

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“I liked him. He was great...”

I liked him. He was great

Anonymous 01/10/2026

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Review by Anonymous on December 20, 2025 -

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Comment - “ He made us feel better about wha... ”

He made us feel better about what's going to happen

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“He made us feel better about wha...”

He made us feel better about what's going to happen

Anonymous 12/20/2025

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Review by Anonymous on December 09, 2025 -

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Comment - “ Very good information about my h... ”

Very good information about my health status!

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“Very good information about my h...”

Very good information about my health status!

Anonymous 12/09/2025

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Review by Anonymous on November 21, 2025 -

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Comment - “ He honestly cares. He's a good m... ”

He honestly cares. He's a good man and a great surgeon. I have every confidence in him, and I've recommended several people to him.

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“He honestly cares. He's a good m...”

He honestly cares. He's a good man and a great surgeon. I have every confidence in him, and I've recommended several people to him.

Anonymous 11/21/2025

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Review by Anonymous on November 15, 2025 -

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Comment - “ They both were very kind, they e... ”

They both were very kind, they explained everything so well, was in no rush at all. We understand each others well. I was very pleased with my visit with this doctor. I will recommend this doctor to my friend and family. Thank you so much.

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“They both were very kind, they e...”

Anonymous 11/15/2025

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Baylor Scott & White Spine & Scoliosis Center - Baylor University Medical Center

Baylor Scott & White Spine & Scoliosis Center - Waxahachie

Baylor Scott & White Spine & Scoliosis Center - Plano

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Kassidy Rico, PA - Orthopaedic Surgeon, Physician Assistant

LaCinda Bugarin, FNP - Family Medicine Physician, Nurse Practitioner

Abby Fontenot, PA - Orthopaedic Surgeon, Physician Assistant

Ioannis Avramis, MD - Orthopaedic Surgeon

Eric Sims, PA - Orthopaedic Surgeon, Physician Assistant

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