Casey Cates, MD, is a board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon who specializes in the care of fractures and post-traumatic reconstruction. He has particular interest in articular fractures (bone breaks near major joints), injuries to the pelvis and acetabulum, and fracture non-union and mal-union. Dr. Cates earned his medical degree from The University of Texas Health Sciences Center in San Antonio, TX, before completing an internship and residency at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. He then completed a fellowship in Orthopedic Trauma at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, NC.
Dr. Cates earned his medical degree from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and completed his orthopedic surgery internship and residency at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. He then completed fellowship training in orthopedic trauma at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Recognized as one of Texas Monthly's Texas Super Doctors, Dr. Cates has earned repeated recognition for excellence in orthopedic care and was inducted into the publication's prestigious Texas Super Doctors Hall of Fame, an honor recognizing physicians who have consistently demonstrated outstanding professional achievement and peer recognition throughout their careers.
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Baylor Scott & White Orthopedics, Dr. Cates is backed by a comprehensive team of orthopedic experts across North Texas. Our extensive network offers specialized care for every part of the body, with convenient access through more than 30 locations. D Magazine has named Baylor Scott & White Orthopedics the "Face of Orthopedics" for 2026. Read more
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Dr. Casey Cates is committed to educating patients and the community about fracture care, orthopedic trauma and advances in reconstructive surgery. Explore his featured articles and expert insights on complex fractures, joint injuries, post-traumatic reconstruction and recovery after orthopedic trauma below.
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Osteoporosis vs. osteoarthritis: How to tell the difference.