David Nathan Shau, MD
A member of Texas Health Physicians Group
David Nathan Shau, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
Joint Replacement
Ste 300
Fort Worth, TX 76132-4266
About Me
Specialties
Orthopaedic Surgery
Joint Replacement
Hospital Affiliations
Texas Health Southwest
Gender
M
Languages
Mandarin
English
Education
University of California, San Francisco - Department of Orthopaedic Surgery - Fellowship - 2021
Emory University School of Medicine Department of Orthopaedic Surgery - Residency - 2020
Emory University School of Medicine - Graduate School - 2020
Vanderbilt University Owen Graduate School of Management - Graduate School - 2015
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine - Medical Education - 2015
Bio
Dr. David Shau is a Fort Worth native who is fellowship-trained in reconstructive surgery of the hip and knee. He serves as a Fellowship Co-Director at the Texas Hip and Knee Center as well as a Physician Development Coach at the Anne Burnett Marion School of Medicine at Texas Christian University. He was first exposed to orthopedics in high school following his own sports-related injuries but gained further interest through his undergraduate studies in biomedical engineering at the University of Texas at Austin, where he was first introduced to biomechanics, material science, and healthcare technology, among many other related topics.
He then attended Vanderbilt University for a dual MD/MBA program and was active in orthopedic research and clinical participation, which earned him the Orthopaedic Clerkship Award. Next, he completed his orthopedic surgery training at Emory University and also completed a healthcare management residency. He was selected to serve as an administrative chief resident during his final year of residency and completed a fellowship in hip and knee arthroplasty at the University of California, San Francisco.
Dr. Shau utilizes a variety of techniques and approaches for hip and knee care and offers technology-assisted surgeries, partial and total joint replacements, as well as same-day surgeries for appropriate candidates. He places a priority on communication, teamwork, and perioperative care for his patients, with the aim of improving quality of life for both patients and their loved ones alike.
Dr. Shau is one of the physicians of Texas Hip and Knee Center, a part of Texas Health Physicians Group. All Texas Hip and Knee Center physicians are on the medical staff of Texas Health Harris Hospital Southwest. They primarily practice at Texas Health Clearfork, a part of Texas Health Southwest that is a premier destination for joint care®, where they collectively perform more than 3,000 hip and knee replacements annually.
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4.9 out of 5 (199 Ratings, 84 Comments)
Sep 2025I absolutely love my doctor and he gave me my quality of life backSep 2025VERY GOODSep 2025Everything work together seamlesslySep 2025I have complete trust in Dr. Shau and he always treats me with respect and kindness as does his staff. He's amazing!Sep 2025GoodSep 2025GoodSep 2025Really liked Dr. ShauSep 2025Dr. Shau spoke in high-level, detailed medical terms which I appreciated and even enjoy the fact that I didn't understand some of it at a certain point. I appreciated him showing that side of him that indicated passionate knowledge.Sep 2025I liked how there were multiple team members coming in and out taking care of me. I wasn't left alone for long.Sep 2025They were awesomeSep 2025All the staff very friendly and attentive I am very happy with the attention they gave me thank you.Sep 2025Dr.Shau is interested in saving my knee to the best of his ability, unlike the 1st orthopedic surgeon who said that my only option was to do above the knee amputation. I was not going to having that, so I met Dr.Shau.Sep 2025The entire office staff is very helpful and polite. They are GOD'S true angelsSep 2025Overall everything was great. [...]Sep 2025I feel like they took me in their arms and carried me through the whole process. [...] Consistently helpful and professional staff.Sep 2025Very attentive to all questions during visit. As well as those questions that were missed during the visit through the potal.Sep 2025Understanding about the pain that I was in and their patients.Sep 2025Staff and physician was very personable and easy to approachSep 2025It's obvious Dr. Shau cares about his patients. He goes the extra mile.Sep 2025Good communication among the staff. They work together like a team.Aug 2025It was a great experience with my appointmentAug 2025All great, Dr Shau is a true proffesionalAug 2025Everything went great. Great visit w/ [...] PA and a great visit w/ Dr. Shau! Both expressed that I have made great progress and surgery and recovery, all were going well.Aug 2025It was such a relief to have my concerns finally understood. Dr. Shau was amazing.Aug 2025There was a delay seeing the doctor, but apologized for that. I have no negative feelings regarding that. I was able to get some extra time in regarding a new problem.Aug 2025The people who work in this office are the nicest and most considerate people in any doctor's office I have graced.Aug 2025I am completely satisfied with the care that I have received from Dr. Shau.Aug 2025Dr Daid Shau is very good.Aug 2025All of the staff members were wonderful. I appreciate their kindness and compassion.Aug 2025Very professional and outstanding visitAug 2025Caring & professionalAug 2025This practice is always professional & very kind!Aug 2025Always the very best!Aug 2025Dr. Shay treated us like he would treat his family. Best doctor I've seen sine coming to Texas 3 years ago.Jul 2025Dr. Shau was extremely thorough in examining my back and hips. He pointed out all areas of issues and possible treatments and outcomes.Jul 2025Dr Shau did a great job. His attention to details in my knee was amazing!! He is a great doctor that produces great results!!Jul 2025Very personable, explained my condition, made me feel very comfortable.Jul 2025Both the PA and doctor provided options and a detailed description of the proceduresJul 2025Dr. Shau is the best!!Jul 2025Everyone worked well together.Jul 2025Dr Shau was beyond excellent. I have worked with many Drs in my former profession, I would rate Dr.at the top!Jul 2025Wonderful, caring, full of energy, delightful to visit with, extremely informative about surgery or alternative treatments!Jul 2025So glad I was referred to Dr. Schau!..... He's one helluva surgeon!.... Y'all are the BEST!Jul 2025Very comfortable with entire processJul 2025Dr Shau is the physician you wish treated everything. He is engaging, concerned, and informativeJul 2025[...] is an asset to Dr Shau, a good team.He listens and is informativeJul 2025Everyone is awesomeJul 2025Excellent PEOPLE SKILLS by all!Jul 2025Excellent Overall ExperienceJul 2025Very goodJul 2025Dr. Shau and team are fabulous! Couldn't have imagined a better experience overall with my surgery! From consult, to diagnosis, to treatments, to surgery.Jul 2025[...] Dr Shau make a great team!Jul 2025I always feel relief after my visits. Feel like I'm in good hands.Jul 2025Very well organized.Jul 2025Dr Shau is exceptional and sensitive to pain management.Jul 2025Everyone was outstanding!Jul 2025Exemplifies TeamworkJul 2025Dr Shau is personable, caring, attentive and justrelational.Jul 2025Every person that I had contact with was kind and caring.Jul 2025Dr Shau is caring - excellent explaining results of X-rays & treatment optionsJul 2025Excellent ExperienceJun 2025I was very happy on my first visit. Everyone was friendly, my wait was short, and problem explained to meJun 2025Everything was timely and thorough instructions were given.Jun 2025An outstanding doctor and staff. Professional, knowledgeable and caring. Explained everything in easy to understand terms. I am extremely satisfied.Jun 2025Dr Shau is both professional and extremely caring I absolutely trust him and highly recommend himJun 2025Dr Shau and his staff has provided exceptional are for me throughout my knee replacement journey. I have never experienced such warm, caring treatment from a doctor and am grateful to have him as mine.Jun 2025Amazing , warm , caring staff - very patient and kind !Jun 2025Great sense of humorJun 2025Great experienceJun 2025Great experienceJun 2025This man Dr Shau has saved my life!!Jun 2025Amazing DrJun 2025Dr Shau treats you with respect and listens to my concerns .Jun 2025The staff really care about you as a person.Jun 2025I love this man. He does not judgeJun 2025Very professional and efficientJun 2025Very friendly and caringJun 2025All goodJun 2025Dr Shau and his staff are very attentive and pleasant to be with. I highly recommend him to anyone considering knee or hip surgery!Jun 2025Dr. Shau and the nurse practitioner explained everything very clearly and thoroughly. Everyone was very pleasant and approachable.Jun 2025I am very appreciative that Dr. Shau was willing to explore and suggest options to improve knee mobility. Encouraged me to call if interested in scheduling physical therapy for knee mobility.Jun 2025My first visit to Fort Worth was made very pleasant by the way I was treated by Dr. Shau and all the nursing staff!Jun 2025All good!Jun 2025My visit with any of the staff was very professional and very helpful.