General Practitioners

• Arthritis

Gynecologists

• Gynecology
  When he isn’t at the office, Dr. Walker likes to spend time with his family and play multiple sports. He is married to Christy W. Walker, M.D., who specializes in cosmetic surgery and gynecology. They are the proud parents of two children. Dr. Walker’s commitment to the community extends beyond his practice; he also enjoys serving as team physician for local college and high-school teams.

Psychiatrists

• Mental Health
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Radiologist

• Ultrasound
  Arthroscopic surgery is not appropriate for patients with severe arthritis, but it’s an exciting option for many patients who are too young to consider a total hip replacement procedure. The primary long-term solution for people with severe hip pain and arthritis is total hip replacement. Surgery-delaying tactics, such as ultrasound guided injection procedures and pain medications, have also been commonly used.
• MRI
  With an earlier diagnosis, patients may be candidates for a hip preservation procedure such as hip arthroscopy. The detailed history and dynamic examination of the patient is important in establishing the correct diagnosis in non-arthritic hip pain. Static radiographs have a limited reliability in determining the diagnosis of femoroacetabular impingement. Advanced imaging techniques such as MRI and CT help to clarify pathomechanics of hip pain, characterize bony deformity, determine the extent and pattern of cartilage and labral damage, and rule out other causes. The hip arthroscopy procedure offers an alternative for patients with persistent hip pain. Many patients are told they have "mild arthritis" and must wait until they are older for hip replacement.

Surgeons

• Arthroscopy
  Up-to-date care is just a phone call away. Call Dr. Walker in Fort Worth, Texas today at 972.392.3330 or use our Online Appointment Request Form. Our arthroscopy patients come to us from Plano, Richardson, Frisco, Garland, Dallas and Fort Worth.
• Joint Replacement
  Resurfacing is a bone tissue preserving procedure and an alternative to total knee joint replacement. Partial knee resurfacing or PKR is designed to relieve arthritis damage in one of the three compartments of the knee. The three compartments of the knee are the medial (inside) compartment, the lateral (outside) compartment and the patellofemoral (kneecap) compartment. Based on the location of your knee arthritis, partial knee resurfacing may be an option for you.
• Orthopedic Surgery
  Orthopedic surgeon Torrance Walker, MD, offers you lasting solutions with state-of-the-art techniques and the latest technology. He always looks for nonsurgical approaches first and only recommends orthopedic surgery if it’s clearly the best or only choice for solving your problem.
• Arthroscopy
  The main reason for ACL reconstruction surgery is to help a patient return more quickly to a high level of competition or activity. Dr. Walker uses some of the most advanced knee arthroscopy techniques to reduce postoperative discomfort and recovery time. He is a sports medicine physician who has been trained in arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery of the knee. So you’ll always be in the best hands. He delivers all the evidence-based care you need and works with dedicated physical therapists.
• Hip Replacement
  Hip resurfacing may be an alternative to total hip replacement for certain patients. Patients with advanced hip arthritis may be candidates for either traditional total hip replacement (arthroplasty) or hip resurfacing (hip resurfacing arthroplasty). Both procedures are types of hip replacement, but there are key differences. Your orthopaedic surgeon will discuss your options and recommend the procedure that is best for your condition.
• Knee Replacement
  PKR only replaces the damaged surface of the knee joint. This helps minimize trauma to the healthy tissues. Your orthopaedic surgeon removes only damaged bone and fits the implant to that bone. PKR artificial joints are smaller than total knee implants, and your surgical incision may be smaller as well. We leave most of the knee joint unaffected and basic knee structure stays intact. Your post-surgical pain may be eased and your recovery may be shorter than what you might experience with a total knee replacement.
• Knee Arthroscopy
  We use arthroscopy to diagnose and treat a wide range of knee problems. During a knee arthroscopy we insert an arthroscope with its small camera into your knee joint. Using the camera to display images from inside your knee joint on a video monitor, we guide the arthroscope’s miniature surgical instruments. The arthroscope and instruments are thin enough to allow very small incisions rather than the large incision necessary for traditional open surgery. Patients experience less pain, less joint stiffness and shorter recovery times plus a faster return to their daily activities.
• Reconstructive Surgery
  When you’re being cared for by a highly trained medical professional, you can rest assured that you’re in the best of hands. Dr. Walker is an orthopedic surgeon in the Dallas - Fort Worth, Texas area with outstanding credentials that inspire confidence. He has completed years of specialized training in arthroscopy and reconstructive surgery, and he takes far more than average continuing education to stay abreast of the latest advances in orthopaedics. Dr. Torrance Walker is board-certified in Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine.

Plastic Surgeons

• Cosmetic Surgery

Physical Therapists

• Sports Medicine
  No matter what type of musculoskeletal problem you have, you’ll find the comprehensive, personal care you need with Torrance A. Walker, MD, a highly trained sports medicine specialist who can help you get out of pain, back in the game or back to your everyday routine.
• Physical Therapy
  Because physical therapy plays an important role in the healing process, Dr. Torrance Walker may use some combination of physical therapy and nonsurgical treatment to maximize patient rehabilitation and convenience. He works closely with nearby rehabilitation specialists to achieve the best possible results, since many athletic hip injuries do not require surgery and can be treated with nonsurgical therapy interventions.
• Frozen Shoulder
• Shoulder Pain
• Manual Therapy
  Physical therapists are experts in human anatomy and physical movement. They can use a variety of techniques – from hands-on manual therapy to ultrasound – to help reduce your pain and make you stronger and more flexible so you can perform the usual activities of daily living.
• Orthotics and Prosthetic Therapy

Podiatrists

• Podiatric Surgery
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