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Dr. Ugo Ihekweazu, MD

Dr. Ugo Ihekweazu, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Ugo Ihekweazu, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Houston, TX and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in 2012. He is affiliated with medical facilities Texas Orthopedic Hospital and HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 111 reviews 5 Star Rating (111 reviews)

Locations

Fondren Orthopedic Group - Fondren Main St

Fondren Orthopedic Group - Fondren Main St7401S Main St # 2 Houston, TX 77030
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Fondren Orthopedic Group

Fondren Orthopedic Group18220 Tx-249 Ste 330 Houston, TX 77070
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Ihekweazu is affiliated with Texas Orthopedic Hospital Houston, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Ihekweazu specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Ihekweazu's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ihekweazu

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111 ratings, 95 with a written review
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Great experience
The doctor is excellent, his indications and recommendations were on point. Surgery went well and I strongly recommend him.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 24, 2025
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Best care ever!
Always early or on time. Very caring and compassionate. Knowledgeable, great surgeon that knew how to fix a complex problem with unexpected findings during surgery. I had been in constant pain for a year. Follow-up and recovery were well orchestrated. I have made a total recovery with no pain in 3 months. I am so grateful to Dr. Ihekweazu!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Valarie – Apr 07, 2025
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Dr. Ihekweazu surpassed my expectations.
Had my right knee surgery in 2017 but my left knee surgery performed in December of 2024 was 100% better than my first surgery. Was able to walk my daily 5000 steps after the 2nd week. Recovery was so much better this time. Dr. Ihekweazu is a gifted surgeon. PT from Dr. Warnock’s office are amazing. Holly, Rosa, Hillary and Aaron worked me hard but the results were incredible. Three months (and after many years) I’m walking up and downstairs. Yes, I would highly recommend Dr. Ihekweazu and the PT team at Willowbrook.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dwg – Apr 03, 2025
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Knee replacement
Good doctor discussed xrays of replacement and gave me copies. Addressed questions with me. Great job with knee replacement
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Fredrica Foster – Apr 02, 2025
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Outstanding
Dr. Ugo answered my questions that I had. He very personable and he listened to my concerns. The experience he had on partial knee replacement was right on. My recover time 3-4 weeks.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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John Helton – Mar 27, 2025
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Highly recommend Dr. Ihekweazu!
Total hip replacement was a resounding success. Dr. Ihekweazu is very skilled and also very kind.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Genie Bopp – Mar 16, 2025
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Compassionate Exceptional Surgeon
Dr. Ihekweazu is exactly the orthopedic surgeon I needed to replace my left hip. He is a thorough and highly technical surgeon as well as first and foremost a caring person. I felt that my physical and mental health were addressed while being evaluated for surgery, during surgery, and post surgery through recovery. I am so grateful for he and his staff. His staff has always been responsive whenever I have had questions. I have recommended Dr. Ihekweazu to several friends looking to have their hips or knees replaced. You won’t be disappointed being a patient of Dr. Ihekweazu.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Metal Hipster Mom – Mar 16, 2025
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Great Orthopedic Surgeon
Told it like it was, needed both knees replaced. Cannot recommend Dr Ihekweazu more highly. Everyone stays knee replacement surgery is and the recovery is long and hard. I was walking around after each separate knee surgery on day two with little pain and had exceeded the knee flexibility goals with two weeks. Do the work and it's nothing like the rumors say. Great surgeon!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tony Kirby – Feb 04, 2025
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Hip replacement x 2
Dr. Ihekweazu relaced both my hips a year apart. He is very patient and answered all my questions . Going into surgery, I felt very prepared going into surgery. Recovery was easy because of the knowledge I had going in. I would 100% recommend him!!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 26, 2025
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The BEST there IS!
I had two total hip replacement surgeries this year performed by Dr Ihekweazu. Both came out great and were a complete success in every way. This is directly attributable to his skill and efforts as the surgeon and the supporting staff of Texas Orthopedic Hospital.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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K. DeLany – Jan 06, 2025
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Great recovery time due to excellent surgeon
Short waiting time
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 06, 2025
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The entire staff were very professional and interacted with personal concerns
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 09, 2024
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Thank you for your outstanding dedication and care. Your compassion and kindness have made a difference in my recovery and a better quality of life.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kimberly Atkins – Dec 09, 2024
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Second post op
The doctor is a very competent and compassionate professional.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 18, 2024
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My Experiences With Dr. Ihekweazu
When I walked into Dr. Ihekweazu’s office early summer 2022 I could barely walk, my two knees were gone and I needed total knee replacement surgery on both of them. On my first visit to him was my daughter who is also an MD, and when we left Dr. Ihekweazu’s office I was convinced that he will take care of my knees. My daughter said Dr. Ihekweazu was as recommended by other Physicians. The two knee surgeries done by Dr. Ihekweazu were flawless and today I walk four miles every day as a form of exercise five to six times a week. After the surgeries Dr. Ihekweazu’s bedside manners were very excellent. He didn’t hesitate to tell me all I needed to know and answered all my questions in the most simplest terms. Post surgery during office visits I received excellent care from him and his staff. Working with Dr. Ihekweazu one can tell he was created by God to be an Orthopedic Surgeon. He loves taking care of his patients . He is God sent and God Bless him.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 23, 2024
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Wonderful experience
The professional and sincere treatment by all the staff is to be commended. I would recommend Dr. Ihekweazu to any one needing knee replacement surgery! Great doctor!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Hoyt Simmons – Sep 18, 2024
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Best Doctor for so many reasons!!
What is so important to me is a doctor & staff that smile. It is a funny thing but when they smile you start to relax a little bit with each person. When the doctor shakes your hand it feels like he is trying to connect with you to let you know he will take care of you. Third the way the doctor speaks in a very calming way makes you already feel you’ve made the right choice. Doctor Ihekwauzu was not recommended to me - I read his profile along with so many other doctors. His kindness & understanding is reflected in his words. By him saying he treats every patient like family I just knew then that this was the person I was going to trust to help me.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Deb LaMer – Aug 24, 2024
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Best orthopedic surgeon around!
Dr. Ihekweazu is wonderful! Anything you might want in a surgeon he has. He is very personable and truly cares about his patients. I had a knee replacement 10 years before and swore I would never do that again. Dr. Ihekweazu showed such compassion and explained everything. Literally up to the moment I checked in for surgery, I thought I would cancel. The surgery was a 180 degree opposite of my first. Pain was minimal. The hospital staff was very caring and professional. Recovery and rehab were very smooth. Anyone facing the need for knee surgery should see Dr. Ihekweazu. He and his staff are the best. I refer everyone I know with knee problems to him. I can’t thank him enough.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Cherry Beckworth – Jul 25, 2024
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This surgeon is excellent!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 18, 2024
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Dr. Ihekweazu is the best!!!!
As always, the entire staff is fantastic!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Deborah Henderson – May 15, 2024
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care philosophy

He believes in being conservative with his treatment recommendations and only recommends surgery when less-invasive treatments have failed. Most importantly, Dr. Ihekweazu takes great pride in treating each patient as if they were a member of his family and in his leading patients back to their active lifestyles.

biography

Dr. Ugo Ihekweazu is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with the Fondren Orthopedic Group at Texas Orthopedic Hospital located in the Texas Medical Center. He has quickly emerged as an expert in the field of Next Generation hip and knee Replacement...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Hospital For Special Surgery

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Hôpitaux Universitaires De Genève

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Baylor College Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital
  • Weill Cornell Medical College

    Medical School, 2012
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Texas Orthopedic Hospital

    7401 Main St
    Houston, TX 77030
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    93%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    14% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center

    1313 Hermann Dr
    Houston, TX 77004
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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