Orthopaedics

Donald Stafford, MD

Assistant Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery

Cypress, TX

Dr. Donald R. Stafford, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee reconstructive surgery, with a primary focus on total joint replacement for hip, knee, and shoulder. He treats conditions such as complex arthritic shoulder disorders, non-arthritic knee and shoulder pathologies including rotator cuff tears, meniscus cartilage injuries, and anterior cruciate ligament disruptions, as well as articular cartilage defects amenable to procedures like OATS (osteochondral a

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS)

Education & Training

Medical School: University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine (MD, 1993)
Residency: University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals (Orthopaedic Surgery, 1998)

Years in Practice

30+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2026
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Joint Replacement

Conditions & Treatments

Hip ReplacementKnee ReplacementJoint Replacement

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital
McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston
Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center
Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital
Memorial Hermann Greater Heights Hospital

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Stafford treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Stafford accept Aetna insurance?

Donald Stafford's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 5 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Stafford practice?

Donald Stafford practices in Cypress, TX with hospital affiliations including Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital, McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, and Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center.

What does Dr. Stafford specialize in?

Donald Stafford is a board-certified orthopaedics specialist with focus areas in Joint Replacement.

How long has Dr. Stafford been practicing?

Donald Stafford has 33+ years of clinical experience in orthopaedics.

What is Dr. Stafford's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine (MD, 1993); Residency: University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals (Orthopaedic Surgery, 1998).