"I believe in establishing a partnership between the patient and physician in order to achieve the best and safest outcome."
Dr. Landon joined Kelsey-Seybold Clinic in 1993, and currently serves as the Chief of Orthopedics. He cares for his patients primarily at St. Luke’s Episcopal Hospital, but also sees them at Clear Lake Clinic and at the Main Campus. Dr. Landon is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Professional Background
After earning a Bachelor of Science at Carnegie-Mellon University in 1972, Dr. Landon attended medical school at the Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine. In 1979, he completed his residency with the Mayo Graduate School of Medicine’s Department of Orthopedic Surgery.
Academic and Clinical Position
Dr. Landon a clinical associate professor of orthopedic surgery at Baylor College of Medicine.
Clinical Interests
In addition to studies in joint surgery of the hip and knee, Dr. Landon’s clinical interests also include infections associated with orthopedic devices.
Publications
Dr. Landon has published a wealth of abstracts and papers and books. He wrote Physical Examination of the Adult Hip Joint and authored chapter 8 of the book Physical Examination of the Musculoskeletal System.
Professional Associations
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons- Fellow
- Texas Medical Association
- Harris County Medical Society
- Orthopaedic Research Society
- Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Fraternity
- Tau Beta Pi National Engineering Honorary Fraternity
- Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society
- Pi Tau Sigma National Mechanical Engineering Honor Society
Hobbies and Special Interests
Despite the hectic schedule that accompanies his dedication to his field, Dr. Landon reserves ample time to spend with his four children, and travel.?