Michael D. Kent, MD

University	Degree	Focus	Graduated
American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (Board Certification)	Other Degree	Other	Not Specified
Texas Lutheran College - Seguin, TX	Bachelors Degree	Bachelor of Science	1996
University of Texas Health Science Center - Houston, TX	Doctorate	Other	2000

Institution	Focus	Year
Residency - University of Texas Health Science Center - Houston, TX	Orthopedic Surgery	2005

Certification	Cert. Body	Year
Orthopaedic Surgery	Orthopaedic Surgery	Not Specified

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Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine - 16811 Southwest Freeway - Suite 200 - 77479 - 16811 Southwest Freeway Suite 200

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Comment - “ Dr Kent simply is the best! I re... ”

Dr Kent simply is the best! I recommend him to everyone who may be considering knee replacement

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“Dr Kent simply is the best! I re...”

Dr Kent simply is the best! I recommend him to everyone who may be considering knee replacement

Anonymous 05/05/2026

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Review by Anonymous on April 18, 2026 -

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Comment - “ Dr. Kent is very professional, p... ”

Dr. Kent is very professional, personal, and clear in explaining my situation and the future surgery.

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“Dr. Kent is very professional, p...”

Dr. Kent is very professional, personal, and clear in explaining my situation and the future surgery.

Anonymous 04/18/2026

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Review by Anonymous on February 27, 2026 -

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Comment - “ Very GOOD.... ”

Very GOOD.

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“Very GOOD....”

Very GOOD.

Anonymous 02/27/2026

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Review by Anonymous on January 20, 2026 -

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Very Excellent

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“Very Excellent...”

Very Excellent

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Review by Anonymous on January 11, 2026 -

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Comment - “ Dr. Kent is the best in so many ... ”

Dr. Kent is the best in so many ways. Kind, caring, helpful, knowledgeable and easy to communicate with. Always appreciate time spent with him!

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“Dr. Kent is the best in so many ...”

Dr. Kent is the best in so many ways. Kind, caring, helpful, knowledgeable and easy to communicate with. Always appreciate time spent with him!

Anonymous 01/11/2026

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Review by Anonymous on May 01, 2026 -

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Comment - “ Dr. Kent is thorough and explain... ”

Dr. Kent is thorough and explains everything so I understand

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“Dr. Kent is thorough and explain...”

Dr. Kent is thorough and explains everything so I understand

Anonymous 05/01/2026

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Review by Anonymous on February 27, 2026 -

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Comment - “ Dr. Michael Kent is always profe... ”

Dr. Michael Kent is always professional, clear in his communication, an expert in his field, listens to patients/concerned family members, & when you leave, you have a clear understanding of your treatment &/or any future options. The office is run very efficiently and team members want to work together to deliver the best health care possible.

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Anonymous 02/27/2026

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Review by Anonymous on January 31, 2026 -

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Comment - “ Very professional and patient... ”

Very professional and patient

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“Very professional and patient...”

Very professional and patient

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Review by Anonymous on January 20, 2026 -

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Comment - “ Very personable and professional... ”

Very personable and professional at the same time

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“Very personable and professional...”

Very personable and professional at the same time

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Review by Anonymous on January 06, 2026 -

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Comment - “ Dr Kent is simply excellent!!!... ”

Dr Kent is simply excellent!!!

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“Dr Kent is simply excellent!!!...”

Dr Kent is simply excellent!!!

Anonymous 01/06/2026

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Mark Vann, MD - Orthopaedic Surgeon

Alessandra Falk, MD - Orthopaedic Surgeon

Alexander Molinari, DO - Orthopaedic Surgeon

David Braunreiter, MD - Family Medicine Physician

Carl Hicks, MD - Orthopaedic Surgeon

D. Dominy, MD - Orthopaedic Surgeon

Thomas Rivers, MD - Orthopaedic Surgeon

Mark Maffet, MD, CAQSM - Orthopaedic Surgeon

Matthew Pearl, MD - Orthopaedic Surgeon

Jamie Radley, PA - Physician Assistant

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