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Dr. Kelly Cunningham, MD

Dr. Kelly Cunningham, MD

Orthopedic Sports Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Kelly Cunningham, MD is a sports medicine orthopedic surgeon in West Lake Hills, TX and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Cunningham has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. David's Medical Center and Guadalupe Regional Medical Center. He is not accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 79 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (79 reviews)

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5300 Bee Caves Rd Bldg 1 West Lake Hills, TX 78746
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Dr. Cunningham's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cunningham

4.5
79 ratings, 58 with a written review
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Got my shoulder function back!
After being told I needed a total reverse shoulder replacement, I got a second opinion from Dr. Cunningham, who offered an alternative of biologic treatment which he said could offer me a 70% chance of relief for a year and a half to two years. He was completely open about costs, expectations, and the procedure. He performed an extraction of my bone marrow cells, processed them in the office, and injected it in my shoulder (about an hour). I can now take a full swing on a golf ball, can cast a fishing rod, and can be active at the gym, without pain, for the first time in 5 years. All at the age of 75! I can't recommend Dr. Cunningham highly enough. He is professionally beyond competent, he listens, sets very reasonable expectations, and is very easy to work with. His staff is highly supportive, and my recent experience with him was the easiest I could imagine.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Steve Allmand – Mar 13, 2022
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Great visit
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Tom Hatch – Jan 11, 2022
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Overall a good experience.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mary A. D. – Oct 28, 2021
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Very friendly and informative
What went well
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Dustin Lyman – Oct 19, 2021
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Listened in detail and gave me great input
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Taya S. – Aug 03, 2021
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Amazing results. Dr. Cunningham and his staff are humble, well-informed, polite, and, frankly, a lot of fun to be around. You should look forward to your visit!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Blair D. – May 07, 2021
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surgery
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Robert N. – Apr 23, 2021
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Ongoing issues with right knee due to OLD sports injuries. Looking for treatment options as opposed to knee replacement. Outstanding interactive visit with Dr. Cunningham with an agreed upon treatment protocol.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Leo R Dunn – Apr 19, 2021
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Dr. Cunningham performed a meniscus repair and prp injection. My recovery was very fast and easy. My knee has never felt better. Dr. Cunningham spent a lot of time with me in my appointments, thoroughly explaining his plan, my options, and recovery. He really is a fantastic surgeon, and he and his staff are very kind and professional. I had a great experience and trust him implicitly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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A. S. – Jan 06, 2021
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I feel like a new man - he helped me get my right arm back
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Rick R. – Jan 05, 2021
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our experience has been very positive with great outcomes for our daughter. Dr. Cunningham is extremely professional and provides excellent care for knee injuries!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Carrie H. – Dec 14, 2020
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What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Alex R. – Nov 23, 2020
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Great!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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B. D. – Nov 11, 2020
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3 months out from shoulder surgery with stem cell treatment. Could not be happier and would highly recommend Dr. Cunningham for this type of procedure.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Steve B. – Oct 08, 2020
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I ruptured an Achilles Tendon just before Christmas. Dr. Cunningham was able to fit me in before New Years. He prescribed PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) therapy at the time of surgery I did not know what to expect so the good results I obtained were either a good Physical Therapist or great genes. But, I had injured my knew at the time I ruptured the Achilles. This time we decided to just try a PRP injection. The results were very quick! And what a difference. I've got motion on the knee that I haven't had for years. There's still some pain but with all the arthritis this knee has I'm not surprised. I've known Dr. Cunningham from my son's sports injuries but now he's my Ortho Dr and will stay that way. And you've just got to try the PRP. This is a great office with really good support personnel. I was able to establish and excellent rapport with the staff and Dr. Cunningham. The key has been the trust and value that they have built into the relationship. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Earl B. – Sep 30, 2020
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Awesome provider.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous N. – Sep 03, 2020
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Amazing staff, friendly and knowledgable.. Beautiful office
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Christie L. – Jul 22, 2020
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The initial thought was an 80% rotator cuff tear. It ended up being 100% and I needed smoothing of bone. Dr. Cunningham gave me great info and took the time to explain what was going on. I had PRP in my hip earlier in the year. I took his advice and did it with my shoulder, also. The physical therapist commented that my recovery was *way* beyond normal and after five weeks I already have 100% range of motion over my head. Angelique, Bill, and Sergio (his staff) have been helpful, professional, and always willing to answers questions and explain the procedures.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Mateo (. H. – Jul 21, 2020
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Pain from October 2019 till surgery in February 2020 after surgery, about 3 months to feel back to normal. Thank-you for giving me the option for NO KNEE REPLACEMENT LOVES< HUG< AND KISSES for my continuing life as I know it!!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Lisa I. – Jul 13, 2020
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very responsive with the COVID 19 issues as well.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Michael C. – Jul 02, 2020
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About Me

care philosophy

My philosophy and passion is personalized treatment and patient care.

As a Dr. Richard Steadman surgical fellow during the development of "microfracture", the world-renown joint cartilage treatment protocol used for the past 25 years...read more

biography

University of Texas Austin Summa Cum Laude / Phi Beta Kappa graduate. UT Southwestern Dallas MD degree / Hudson Penn award  - most outstanding surgical student. Internship/residency in general surgery/orthopedic surgery - Parkland, Scottish...read more

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

  • Sports Medicine

  • Sports Medicine Pain Management

  • Sports Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

  • Pediatric Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Bone & Joint Non-Surgical Orthopedics

  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

  • Cell Immunology

  • Regenerative Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • 1979

    Undergraduate School

  • University Of Texas / Austin Campus

    Undergraduate School

  • Steadman-hawkins Sports Medicine Clinic

    Fellowship Hospital, 1990

  • Parkland Health And Hospital System

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • Ut Southwestern/parkland Dallas

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • University Of British Columbia

    Fellowship Hospital, 1989

  • Norfolk And Norwich Hospital

    1988

  • Parkland Health And Hospital System

    Internship Hospital, 1985

  • University Tex Sw

    Internship Hospital, 1984

  • University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    Medical School, 1983
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Arise Surgery Solutions LLC5300 Bee Caves Rd Bldg 1 West Lake Hills, TX 78746
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(512) 410-0767
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