About Dr. Ankur Mehta

Dr. Ankur Mehta is Board Certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and the American Board of Pain Medicine. He attended medical school at Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences, and completed his internship and residency at Loyola University Chicago. During his residency, he published multiple research presentations and worked closely in the areas of orthopedic surgery and pain management. During his training, he was named chief resident and received the Department of Orthopedic Surgery Research award.

In 2010, Dr. Mehta received the prestigious American Pain Society’s Fellows scholarship. He received certification from Harvard Medical School in structural acupuncture. He is part of the Texas Pain Society, Texas Medical Association, and The Harris County Medical Society. He has also presented his research at five national conferences over the last several years.

His practice philosophy pivots around improving daily function and the idea that the body intrinsically wants to heal itself. He firmly believes the physician’s role is to help the body achieve this homeostasis. Dr. Mehta has completed many Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate injections and has helped countless number of patients to recover their function and mobility.

Dr. Mehta utilizes the most cutting edge treatments, such as spinal cord stimulation, radiofrequency nerve ablation, and vertebral augmentation, and combines all of his techniques with a holistic approach. Dr. Mehta’s patient clientele ranges from pro-golfers to veterans. He is proud to be a part of the Houston medical community and enjoys treating and helping patients restore their functionality and mobility by using a full spectrum of medical treatments.

At TX Spine & Joint, he provides a comprehensive treatment plan that includes physical therapy, occupational therapy, aqua therapy, as well as post-surgical therapy. As a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation doctor his focus is on function and return to pre-injury activities.

Dr. Mehta is an accomplished athlete, having completed three triathlons and a half marathon. He also greatly enjoys spending his free time in the outdoors.

His care is holistic, individualized and focussed on helping the patient reach their functional goals as naturally as possible.