Robert Herman Schmidt, MD
A member of Texas Health Physicians Group
Robert Herman Schmidt, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
Joint Replacement
Offers Video Visits
3 Locations 6301 Harris Pkwy
Ste 300
Fort Worth, TX 76132-4266
Texas Hip and Knee Center - Fort Worth
Ste 300
Fort Worth, TX 76132-4266
About Me
Specialties
Orthopaedic Surgery
Joint Replacement
Hospital Affiliations
Texas Health Southwest Fort Worth
Gender
M
Languages
English
Education
New England Baptist Hospital Program - Fellowship - 1984
University of Virginia Program - Orthopaedic Surgery - Residency - 1983
UCLA Medical Center Program - Surgery - Internship - 1979
University of Virginia School of Medicine - Medical Education - 1978
Bio
Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
Fellowship-Trained in Adult Reconstructive Surgery
Specialties: Adult Reconstructive Surgery of the Hip and Knee, Total Joint Replacement of the Hip and Knee
Dr. Schmidt is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in total hip and total knee replacement surgery, arthroscopic surgery of the knee, and complex reconstruction of the hip and knee. He founded Texas Hip and Knee Center in 1989.
Dr. Schmidt graduated from Williams College in Williamstown, Mass., and received his medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine in Charlottesville. After an internship in general surgery at UCLA, he completed his residency training in orthopedic surgery at the University of Virginia. He subsequently was a recipient of the esteemed Otto E. Aufranc Fellowship in Adult Reconstructive Surgery at the New England Baptist Hospital in Boston, Mass. During that time, he also served as a clinical instructor in orthopedic surgery at Tufts University in Medford, Mass.
Dr. Schmidt has performed over 10,000 hip and knee surgeries. His current research interests include knee component design, ligament balancing in knee replacement surgery, and the treatment of hip and knee prosthetic infection.
Dr. Schmidt is the co-designer of the Advance© and Evolution© Medial Pivot knee systems, and the Marathon© and Epic© femoral hip stems. He shares several patents in the field of knee design, and was the principal designer of the “Double High©” articular implant. Most recently, he served as a co-designer of the Medial Congruent© polyethylene insert.
Dr. Schmidt has served as president of the Society for Arthritic Joint Surgery and as a member of the Board of Counselors of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. In addition, he has served as chairman of the Department of Orthopedics at Harris Methodist Fort Worth Hospital and a 4-year term as chief of staff at Plaza Medical Center in Fort Worth. He has been published numerous times in peer-reviewed journals, and has presented on a wide range of orthopedic related topics across the country and worldwide. He has been consistently listed as one of the “Texas Super Doctors” by Texas Monthly magazine and one of the Best Doctors in Tarrant County by Fort Worth Magazine.
Dr. Schmidt and his wife live in Aledo, Texas, and raise and train German warmblood horses. He has served as a member of the Texas Racing Commission since 2007, and was appointed by the Governor in 2013 as Chairman of the Racing Commission. He has a daughter currently attending Texas Christian University.
Fellowship-Trained in Adult Reconstructive Surgery
Specialties: Adult Reconstructive Surgery of the Hip and Knee, Total Joint Replacement of the Hip and Knee
Dr. Schmidt is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in total hip and total knee replacement surgery, arthroscopic surgery of the knee, and complex reconstruction of the hip and knee. He founded Texas Hip and Knee Center in 1989.
Dr. Schmidt graduated from Williams College in Williamstown, Mass., and received his medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine in Charlottesville. After an internship in general surgery at UCLA, he completed his residency training in orthopedic surgery at the University of Virginia. He subsequently was a recipient of the esteemed Otto E. Aufranc Fellowship in Adult Reconstructive Surgery at the New England Baptist Hospital in Boston, Mass. During that time, he also served as a clinical instructor in orthopedic surgery at Tufts University in Medford, Mass.
Dr. Schmidt has performed over 10,000 hip and knee surgeries. His current research interests include knee component design, ligament balancing in knee replacement surgery, and the treatment of hip and knee prosthetic infection.
Dr. Schmidt is the co-designer of the Advance© and Evolution© Medial Pivot knee systems, and the Marathon© and Epic© femoral hip stems. He shares several patents in the field of knee design, and was the principal designer of the “Double High©” articular implant. Most recently, he served as a co-designer of the Medial Congruent© polyethylene insert.
Dr. Schmidt has served as president of the Society for Arthritic Joint Surgery and as a member of the Board of Counselors of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. In addition, he has served as chairman of the Department of Orthopedics at Harris Methodist Fort Worth Hospital and a 4-year term as chief of staff at Plaza Medical Center in Fort Worth. He has been published numerous times in peer-reviewed journals, and has presented on a wide range of orthopedic related topics across the country and worldwide. He has been consistently listed as one of the “Texas Super Doctors” by Texas Monthly magazine and one of the Best Doctors in Tarrant County by Fort Worth Magazine.
Dr. Schmidt and his wife live in Aledo, Texas, and raise and train German warmblood horses. He has served as a member of the Texas Racing Commission since 2007, and was appointed by the Governor in 2013 as Chairman of the Racing Commission. He has a daughter currently attending Texas Christian University.
Accepted Insurance
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6 Degrees-Fort Worth Firefighters
Aetna Medicare Adv
Aetna TX HealthAetna
Ambetter-ACA/Marketplace
American Health Advantage
BCBS Blue Advantage HMO(ACA)
BCBS Blue Choice PPO
BCBS Blue Essentials (HMO Blue)
BCBS Blue Medicare Advantage HMO
BCBS Blue Medicare Advantage PPO
BCBS MyBlueHealth
Care N Care Medicare Adv
Cigna Commercial
Cigna Medicare Adv HMO
Cigna Medicare Adv PPO
Coventry First Health
Galaxy
HealthFirst TPA-Ardent Health Services
HealthSmart
Humana ChoiceCare Commercial
Humana HMO PPO Medicare Adv
Medicare Railroad
Medicare Tarrant
PHCS Multiplan
ProCare Advantage Medicare HMO
QuickTrip
Self-pay
Texas Independence Health Plan (TIHP)
Tricare Humana Military
TriWest (BCBS)
UHC AARP Medicare Adv
UHC Commercial
USA Commercial PPO
WellCare Medicare HMO/PPO
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Comments
4.8 out of 5 (163 Ratings, 60 Comments)
May 2024The PA who asked the initial questions was especially helpful and positive. I especially appreciate Dr. Schmidt's thorough, conservative and, consistent approach to care of my knees. He explained fully blood test results ordered by my infectious disease doctor for my left knee. He was positive and reassuring.May 2024The PA and the staff member who checked me out were especially positive and helpful. The staff at this practice have been consistently positive and helpful in the 11 years Dr. Schmidt has been my "knee doctor."May 2024No problemsMay 2024No problemsMay 2024Overall an amazing experienceMay 2024It was a good experienceMay 2024Very friendly and caringMay 2024Fabulous appointment due to the doctor being so professional so warm and caring, and so efficient. He's the best.May 2024Everyone was very informative and patient. Friendly. No bad experience.May 2024I feel very confident in the staff.May 2024Staff very kind and professional.May 2024Wonderful group of professionals - was quite pleased with the services providedMay 2024Excellent careMay 2024Very good serviceMay 2024My upcoming surgery was explained completely, and my aftercare would be provided and implemented upon my leaving the hospital. I like that all things I need were addressed. A terrific visit...I am now an informed patient.May 2024Dr Schmidt made me feel very comfortable and made everything very clear' I'M glad he is my doctor,May 2024Dr. Schmidt is very caring and concerned about what your problem is and finding a way to help. He's very helpful and concerned about my issue and has gone to great lengths to try and figure it out. I trust him totally!!May 2024Very professional, listen, highly recommend this doctor and staffMay 2024Very good comradery between the workers you could tell they were happy in their work.May 2024GoodMay 2024GoodMay 2024Dr. Schmidt and his staff are all very professional at what they do. Highly recommended.Apr 2024Very good Dr.Schimd Is the greatestApr 2024D. Schmidt is the greatest and would recommend him to anyone.Apr 2024My visit in general was satisfactory, all staff members were professional, and trying there bestApr 2024Good experience, I did not have any problems in my visitApr 2024Everybody knows Dr. Schmidt is the best there is. And everybody is right.Apr 2024I wish all practices were like Dr. Schmidt's.Apr 2024Very compassionateApr 2024Very polite , never felt rushedApr 2024I have recommended Dr. Schmidt many times already to my family and friends.Apr 2024I'm Pleased with Texas Health Folks. Dr. [...] , Dr. Smidt, Dr. [...] and all the rest In the hospital on all my visits. Thank You for asking.Apr 2024Dr. Schmidt is my hero. He has restored my function and quality of life. I'm grateful for him.Apr 2024I have felt very comfortable and positive at each of my visits with Dr. Schmidt.Apr 2024Most pleasant complete staff I have ever dealt with.Apr 2024Dr Schmidt is very caringMar 2024Dr. Schmidt and his entire staff deserve Daisy AwardsMar 2024All is goodMar 2024I feel better about where I am I am after visiting with the doctorMar 2024They listenedMar 2024Everyone was was very friendly and helpful.Mar 2024Excellent crew.Mar 2024Extremely knowledgeable, professional and caring.Mar 2024All of the staff worked well with each other.Mar 2024GoodMar 2024GoodMar 2024Very professionalMar 2024Most pleasant and attentive staff. Dr. Schmidt was awesome. The experience was great and kudos to the facility for theirs care and attention.Mar 2024They were most helpful and friendly.Mar 2024Very impressed with entire experience.Feb 2024As always, Dr. Schmidt gave me his full attention and time, answered all my questions, and suggested alternatives and future treatment options. He and every member of the staff with whom I spoke was not only courteous and professional, but also pleasant and cheerful.Feb 2024Because I was flying across the country the next day, Dr. Schmidt was especially helpful in suggesting treatment options and in allaying my immediate concerns. He even wrote a script I could take with me the next day because my appointment ended late in the afternoon.Feb 2024Great job! I know I'm in good hands!Feb 2024Dr.Schmidt is an excellent provider. His staff is great.Feb 2024GreatFeb 2024GreatFeb 2024Everything and everybody are super. This is the greatest hospital I have ever been in.Feb 2024I highly recommend this hospital because of its staff, friendliness, professionalism and results to anyone with knee and or hip issues.Feb 2024Dr Schmidt and the staff were very courteous and knowledgeable. Dr. Schmidt also answered all my questions and made me feel very comfortable about the upcoming surgery next week.Feb 2024All staff seemed to b in the same page.