11555 University Blvd.,
Sugar Land,
TX
77478
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About the Provider
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Education & Board Certification
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Professional Associations
Kenneth R. Kemp, Jr., MD, attended the University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine at Galveston. After completing his medical degree in 1993, he went to Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, where he completed his Physical Medicine residency in 1997. He also completed an Interventional Spine fellowship at East Texas Medical Center, now part of UT Health East Texas, in 2003. After spending nearly three decades in patient care and academic settings, Dr. Kemp joined Kelsey-Seybold in October 2025. He is double board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and in Pain Management.
At the age of 17, Dr. Kemp suffered an injury that required a long course of physical therapy—an experience that sparked his interest in helping people regain their functional abilities. He primarily provides patient-centered, interventional management of back and neck pain caused by spinal disorders and injuries. Dr. Kemp’s favorite part of practicing medicine is seeing his patients improve and thrive despite their medical issues.
Philosophy of Care
Dr. Kemp listens intently to his patients’ problems, personalizing appropriate treatments to help reduce pain, increase function, enhance their lifestyles, and achieve their goals. He also finds that empowering patients to take an active role in their medical care can improve outcomes.
Hobbies & Interests
Away from Kelsey-Seybold, Dr. Kemp enjoys spending time with his wife, family, and grandchildren. He also loves traveling when he has the opportunity.
Awards & Publications
Awards
- Baylor College of Medicine Department of PMR clinical excellence award - 2020, 2022, and 2024
Publications
- Chiou-Tan FY, Kemp K, Elfenbaum M, Chan K, Song J. Lumbosacral Plexopathy in Gunshot Wounds and Motor Vehicle Accidents: A Comparison of Electrophysiologic Findings. AM J PM&R 2001; 80: 280-285.
- Hou S, Kemp, K, Grabois, M. A Systematic Evaluation of Burst Spinal Cord Stimulation for Chronic Back and Limb Pain; Neuromodulation: Technology at the Neural Interface 2016; 19: 398-405.
Book Chapters
- K Kemp K, Grabois M. “Regulation of Opioid Medications in the United States”. Schepis, TS. Editor. The Prescription Drug Abuse Epidemic: Incidence, Treatment, Prevention and Policy. 1st Edition, California: ABCCLIO 2018. Pgs. 193-205.
- Kemp K, Vennix M. “Peripheral Neuropathy and Plexus Injury”. Garrison SJ. Editor. Handbook of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. 2nd edition, Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins 2003. Pgs. 227-240.
- Kemp K, Grabois M. “Evaluating and Rating of Physical Impairment”. Tollison CD editor, Practical Pain Management 3rd edition, Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins 2002. Pgs. 704-715.
Medical School
- University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine – Galveston, TX, 1993
Internship/Residency
- Baylor College of Medicine Physical Medicine Program – Houston, TX, 1997; Interventional Spine fellowship: East Texas Medical Center, now UT Health East Texas - Tyler, TX, 2003
Board Certifications
- American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - Pain Management
- American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Dr. Kemp is a member of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and the Alpha Omega Alpha National Honor Society.
