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 (157 Ratings, 72 Comments)
Feb 2026Everything went perfectly.Feb 2026All was perfectFeb 2026Dr Shau is awsomeFeb 2026Dr Shau has a top notch PA and a great staffFeb 2026Very professional and thorough in assessmentFeb 2026Good serverFeb 2026Good customer serviceFeb 2026Excellent explanation and professional approach to my orthopedic issuesFeb 2026Everyone was very helpful and took interest in me as a patient. I loved the ease of meeting the doctor and his wonderful personality.Feb 2026I am EXTREMELY pleased and impressed by Dr. David Shau! He has such a wonderful "bed-side-manner" and was so very kind, personable, caring and concerned with what I have going on. I've been VERY nervous/anxious/scared about my knee replacement surgery and he pretty much put all of my worries and concerns to rest. He gladly answered ALL of my questions, and I had a bunch, without making me feeling "rushed" or that he was trying to "hurry up and get out of the room and on to another patient". (If you know, you know.) I feel so incredibly blessed that all roads lead me to the Texas Hip and Knee Center and Dr. Shau! God BlessFeb 2026Wry good experience with everyone we came in contact with.Feb 2026I am very impressed with Dr Shau and his very caring attitude, he just replaced my wife's knee and now will replace mine, Dr Shau is the most professional Doctor I have ever known.Feb 2026The biggest issue to me is wait time.Feb 2026Once I get to see the doctor he has always spent as much time with me as I needed and he listened and answered all questionsFeb 2026I'm so glad I found Dr. Shau. I'm absolutely satisfied with my new knee and the whole experience at Texas Hip and Knee. The absolute best facility and Doctor to have a [...].Feb 2026I had been to 3 other orthopedic surgeons regarding my hip pain and Dr. Shau was the only one who took additional x-rays in his office and took the time to explain I had 3 areas of pain. He is the only one who told me to get [...] to determine the degree of relief that I could get with a [...]. He was extremely thorough and really cared about my pain relief.Feb 2026Dr Shau is the most caring , compassionate and knowledgeable Dr I have ever had and he is WONDERFUL. The world needs more men and Drs like Dr Shau. He sees the patients concerns (and genuinely cares) does his very best to answer those concerns and seeks to find the best answers for the situation/issue for the best outcome for his patients!Feb 2026De Shau is the best!Feb 2026Staff is amazing! Organized, knowledgeable, friendly,Feb 2026We really like Dr. ShauFeb 2026We really like Dr. ShauFeb 2026Dr. Shau and his staff were very professional and respectful. They each provided explanations for what they were doing and Dr. Shau provided very thorough explanations of what was taking place and the recommended treatment.Feb 2026Always a great experience.Feb 2026I was very impressed with the service and the personality of Dr. Shau. I told him that day.Feb 2026Dr Shau was super He explained my condition so I understood what my problem is and what I need to do to work on it Great doctorFeb 2026Outstanding ServiceFeb 2026Dr. Shau and his staff are excellentFeb 2026I always feel like I'm in good hands with Dr Shau and his staffFeb 2026First time meeting Dr at my 1 year f/u post LTK surgery. Very thorough and answered all my questions.Feb 2026Loved everything about the practice and all staffFeb 2026I highly recommend Dr. ShauFeb 2026Dr. Shau and his staff are very good. They always show concern and always ask if I have any questions..Feb 2026Visits at Texas Health & with Dr. Shau are always very good. They are the best.no question! I recommend to everyone!Feb 2026Xray people were quick and good in taking my right leg pictures.Feb 2026Was included in assessment of my condition so I could determine further treatment of my right leg.Feb 2026Dr. Shau is one of the best doctors I have ever visited!Jan 2026Awesome experience.Jan 2026Dr. Kulik is an absolutely outstanding doctor!Jan 2026Excellent experience!Jan 2026This was the most satisfying and rewarding as well relaxing appointment I've ever hadthank you to all that attended me!Dec 2025Dr Shau went the extra mile when a problem arose. Most doctors would have delayed the procedure but he took the time to test for the problem just to be safe and proceed with the surgery.Dec 2025Dr. Shau and his staff are the absolute best. I can't say enough positive things about them.Dec 2025It's a good experience every time I come here.Dec 2025Everyone listens to my concerns and addresses them all.Dec 2025ZERO SURPRISES!Dec 2025Excellent Surgical Result. Complete Healing @ 4mos.Dec 2025The people were exceptional.Dec 2025All staff, including the doctor, were professional, courteous, and we'll informed about my concerns@Dec 2025Love Dr Shau and his office staff. Very greatful for them in my life.Dec 2025D Shau was my surgeon & he & his nurse were excellent.Dec 2025Again, the medical staff were excellent. Dr Shau is an excellent surgeon. […]Dec 2025I was more than pleased overall.and I have recommended to my friends and family alreadyDec 2025Dr. Shau is the most caring and sincere Dr I have seen in my 75 years. So very thankful for him.Dec 2025I was well informed on all options of my concerns. They were each addressed and I was able to make a conscious decision on what path I needed to take.Dec 2025The nurse came in and provided more information on the surgery and what to look forward to in dealing with the recovery in the hospital and possible rehab hospital as well.Dec 2025The doctor was overly enthusiastic in the forthcoming surgery he was going to provide for me which put my mind at ease that he would be a good surgeon to do the deed. I was glad to see the smile on his face and the confidence he showed in being able to do the surgery to the best of his ability. I was glad to have met him and to now look more forward to having the surgery done and over so I could get on with the recovery of the leg.Dec 2025The doctor was running behindDec 2025The staff worked well together to get me out on timeDec 2025Very caring docDec 2025Always listen to meDec 2025Great staff with a warm and friendly atmosphereDec 2025Great experience, very professional surgeonDec 2025Already have! Bedside manner and good staff and communication are a must for me.Dec 2025Everyone is very friendly and listened to concerns and questions.Nov 2025Interviewed by student practitioner prior to doctor. Helped get my concerns noted, questions answered, thoughts ordered. Very thoughtful person.Nov 2025[…] and Dr Shau were awesome! Never had such a great appt!!!Nov 2025Dr Shau is so easy to talk with and very caring!Nov 2025From nurse taking you back to xray to PA to Doctor all was excellent.Nov 2025Texas hip and knee has a wonderful staff. They are friendly concerning and very through.Nov 2025Best Dr and Staff ever! Will highly recommend to friends and family.Nov 2025Dr Shau and his PA were very polite, professional, informative and, yes, felt like family. Much appreciated.Nov 2025Dr. Shau is a very outgoing, friendly, knowlegable. Makes you feel he is really a good doc.