The San Antonio metropolitan area, including the surrounding communities of Schertz, Westover Hills, and the greater Bexar County region, supports a diverse regenerative medicine market shaped by the city’s deep military medical heritage at Brooke Army Medical Center and San Antonio Military Medical Center, its academic medical community anchored by UT Health San Antonio, and a strong sports culture connected to the NBA San Antonio Spurs. The region provides access to the Lead Team Orthopaedic Surgeon of the San Antonio Spurs, military-trained surgeons who served as deployed orthopedic physicians in Iraq and Afghanistan, Regenexx-certified interventional physicians with fellowship training at New York University, and board-certified physiatrists with sports medicine subspecialty certifications offering autologous bone marrow concentrate, platelet-rich plasma, and orthobiologic injection therapies for musculoskeletal conditions across San Antonio and Bexar County. The providers listed below represent established practices with verified addresses, documented treatment offerings, and publicly available contact information.
This directory is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice, endorsement, or recommendation. Inclusion in this directory does not imply certification or quality rating. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before pursuing any treatment.
Quick Guide by Condition
If you are looking for a provider based on your specific concern, this overview may help narrow your search:
Sports medicine and orthobiologics at the academic level: Dr. Leah Brown at UT Health San Antonio is the Lead Team Orthopaedic Surgeon for the NBA San Antonio Spurs, an Associate Professor at UT Health San Antonio, and a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist who completed her fellowship at OrthoCarolina while serving as team physician for the NFL Carolina Panthers.
Military-trained orthopedic sports medicine: Dr. Travis Burns at Orthopaedic San Antonio completed his orthopedic training at San Antonio Military Medical Center and the John A. Feagin Jr. Sports Medicine Fellowship, served as Chief of Sports Medicine at SAMMC, and deployed as an orthopedic surgeon to Iraq and Afghanistan. He is board-certified in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine with over 35 peer-reviewed publications.
Regenexx bone marrow concentrate and interventional orthopedics: Texas Interventional Orthopedic and Regenerative Medicine is San Antonio’s Regenexx-certified provider, led by a physician with fellowship training in interventional radiology from New York University who has specialized in image-guided musculoskeletal injections and interventional pain management in South Texas since 2001.
1. UT Health San Antonio Orthopaedics (Dr. Leah Brown)
UT Health San Antonio Orthopaedics is home to Dr. Leah C. Brown, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and Associate Professor at UT Health San Antonio who serves as the Lead Team Orthopaedic Surgeon for the NBA San Antonio Spurs. Dr. Brown received her Bachelor of Science in Genetics from the University of Georgia, where she was a 14-time NCAA All-American and two-time NCAA National Gymnastics Champion and was later inducted into the University of Georgia’s Circle of Honor. She received her medical degree from The Ohio State University College of Medicine and Cleveland Clinic Foundation, completed her orthopedic surgery residency at Naval Medical Center in San Diego, and completed a fellowship in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine at OrthoCarolina in Charlotte, North Carolina, where she served as team physician for the NFL Carolina Panthers and several collegiate athletic programs. She is a decorated U.S. Navy veteran who deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan in support of Special Operations missions and was awarded the Bronze Star; she continues to serve as a Navy Reserve Captain. She previously served as team orthopaedic surgeon for the WNBA Phoenix Mercury. She joined UT Health San Antonio and was announced as the San Antonio Spurs’ Lead Team Orthopaedic Surgeon in 2025. The practice offers platelet-rich plasma and orthobiologic treatments alongside comprehensive orthopedic surgical care for the knee, shoulder, and elbow.
Address: 7946 North Loop 1604 West, San Antonio, TX 78249
Phone: (210) 567-9040
Website: https://www.leahbrownmd.com
Key Personnel:
- Dr. Leah C. Brown, MD, Lead Physician and Associate Professor, board-certified orthopedic surgeon with subspecialty in sports medicine, University of Georgia BS (2x NCAA gymnastics champion), Ohio State/Cleveland Clinic MD, Naval Medical Center San Diego orthopedic surgery residency, OrthoCarolina sports medicine fellowship (Carolina Panthers NFL team physician), Lead Team Orthopaedic Surgeon for the NBA San Antonio Spurs, U.S. Navy Captain and Bronze Star recipient
Services Offered:
- Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy
- Orthobiologic treatments for joint and soft tissue conditions
- Knee, shoulder, and elbow arthroscopy and reconstruction (when indicated)
- Sports medicine consultation
Conditions Treated: Knee and shoulder injuries, ACL and ligament tears, rotator cuff conditions, cartilage damage, hip conditions, sports injuries, joint arthritis, degenerative joint disease
2. Orthopaedic San Antonio (Dr. Travis Burns)
Orthopaedic San Antonio is a multi-location practice led by Dr. Travis C. Burns, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist with dual certification by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery who received his training through some of the country’s most rigorous military and academic programs. Dr. Burns graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point and earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston McGovern Medical School, where he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at San Antonio Military Medical Center, where he subsequently served as Chief of Sports Medicine, and completed his subspecialty fellowship in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine through the John A. Feagin Jr. Sports Medicine Fellowship program. In 2014, he was selected for the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine international traveling fellowship to South America. During his military career, he was deployed as an orthopedic surgeon to Mosul, Iraq, and Kabul, Afghanistan, treating combat casualties and injured service members. He has published over 35 peer-reviewed articles, co-authored five book chapters, and served as principal investigator on three nationally funded clinical trials evaluating new orthopedic treatments. The practice offers regenerative medicine including platelet-rich plasma alongside a full range of arthroscopic and reconstructive surgical care for the shoulder, hip, and knee.
Address: 11212 State Highway 151, Suite 200, San Antonio, TX 78251
Phone: (210) 705-5060
Website: https://www.travisburnsmd.com
Key Personnel:
- Dr. Travis C. Burns, MD, Lead Physician, double board-certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, West Point BS, UT Health Science Center at Houston MD (Alpha Omega Alpha), San Antonio Military Medical Center orthopedic surgery residency, John A. Feagin Jr. Sports Medicine Fellowship, AOSSM International Traveling Fellow, former Chief of Sports Medicine at SAMMC, deployed orthopedic surgeon in Iraq and Afghanistan
Services Offered:
- Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy
- Orthobiologic and regenerative medicine treatments
- Cartilage repair procedures including OATS and MACI (when indicated)
- Shoulder replacement and arthroscopy (when indicated)
- Sports medicine and orthopedic consultation
Conditions Treated: Shoulder and elbow injuries, rotator cuff conditions, hip conditions and impingement, knee injuries and ACL tears, cartilage damage, sports injuries, joint arthritis, degenerative joint disease
3. Texas Interventional Orthopedic and Regenerative Medicine
Texas Interventional Orthopedic and Regenerative Medicine is San Antonio’s Regenexx-certified provider of bone marrow concentrate procedures, led by Dr. Aadam Quraishi, a physician with advanced fellowship training in interventional radiology who has specialized in image-guided musculoskeletal and interventional pain management in South Texas since 2001. Dr. Quraishi earned his medical degree from Stony Brook University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine, completed a four-year residency in Diagnostic Radiology at Columbia University through Harlem Hospital, and completed a fellowship in Interventional Radiology at New York University School of Medicine through Bellevue Hospital, where he also served as a Clinical Assistant Professor. He is a diplomat of the American Board of Radiology. His deep background in fluoroscopy, musculoskeletal ultrasound, CT, and MRI guidance allows him to deliver precision image-guided Regenexx bone marrow concentrate and platelet-rich plasma injections throughout the musculoskeletal system, including complex spine injections. The practice has been training in regenerative injection therapy using Regenexx protocols and is the certified Regenexx provider for the San Antonio region.
Address: 7300 Blanco Road, Suite 401, San Antonio, TX 78216
Phone: (210) 446-0106
Website: https://www.texasinterventional.com
Key Personnel:
- Dr. Aadam Quraishi, MD, Lead Physician, diplomat of the American Board of Radiology, Stony Brook University MD, Columbia University/Harlem Hospital Diagnostic Radiology residency, NYU School of Medicine/Bellevue Hospital Interventional Radiology fellowship, former Clinical Assistant Professor at NYU, Regenexx-certified provider
Services Offered:
- Bone marrow concentrate (Regenexx protocol) procedures
- Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy
- Image-guided musculoskeletal injection procedures (fluoroscopy, ultrasound, CT-guided)
- Non-surgical orthopedic and pain management
Conditions Treated: Knee and hip arthritis, shoulder and rotator cuff conditions, spine and disc conditions, tendon and ligament injuries, sports injuries, chronic musculoskeletal and pain conditions
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
4. Sports Medicine Associates of San Antonio
Sports Medicine Associates of San Antonio is a practice led by Dr. Daniel L. Santa Maria, a dual board-certified physiatrist and sports medicine specialist who has practiced in San Antonio for over 20 years. Dr. Santa Maria graduated from the University of Kansas School of Medicine, completed his Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency at the University of Texas at San Antonio, and completed his sports medicine fellowship at the Christus Santa Rosa Family Practice Residency Program in San Antonio. After completing his training, he served as a faculty attending at UT Health San Antonio for three years and continues to hold a teaching appointment there. He has served as an oral boards examiner in his specialty and has co-authored peer-reviewed research articles on sports medicine, electrodiagnostic medicine, and orthobiological and regenerative medicine for the treatment of osteoarthritis. He has served as team physician for the San Antonio Rampage (AHL), provided physician coverage for Division I college athletic programs, and has covered major events including the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon. The practice offers platelet-rich plasma and orthobiologic treatments as non-surgical options for joint and tendon pain alongside comprehensive physiatry and sports medicine care.
Address: 5921 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209
Phone: (210) 832-5430
Website: https://www.sportsmedsa.com
Key Personnel:
- Dr. Daniel L. Santa Maria, MD, Lead Physician, dual board-certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine, University of Kansas School of Medicine MD, UT San Antonio PM&R residency, Christus Santa Rosa sports medicine fellowship, faculty at UT Health San Antonio, team physician for the San Antonio Rampage (AHL)
Services Offered:
- Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy
- Orthobiologic and regenerative medicine treatments
- Electrodiagnostic medicine
- Sports medicine and physiatry consultation
Conditions Treated: Joint pain and osteoarthritis, tendon and ligament injuries, sports injuries, musculoskeletal pain, shoulder and knee conditions, degenerative joint disease
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
5. Stem Cell Institute of Texas
The Stem Cell Institute of Texas is a San Antonio practice led by Dr. Vernon F. Williams, a physician with over 40 years of clinical experience who holds fellowship status with the American Academy of Regenerative Medicine and certification in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine. Dr. Williams received his Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Harvard College and earned his medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York in 1983. He completed two years of General Surgery residency at Allegheny General Hospital before serving as a Flight Surgeon in the United States Air Force for three years, including a residency at Wilford Hall Medical Center in San Antonio. He founded the Stem Cell Institute of Texas and serves as Medical Director of The Wellness and Aesthetics Medical Center in San Antonio. He is a diplomat and fellow of the American Academy of Anti-Aging, Regenerative, and Functional Medicine (A4M), a Fellow of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, and a member of the Texas Medical Association. The practice uses adult stem cells and platelet-rich plasma to treat orthopaedic conditions, cosmetic concerns, and other conditions, as reported by the provider.
Address: 540 Oak Centre Drive, Suite 114, San Antonio, TX 78258
Phone: (210) 985-1700
Website: https://www.stemcellinstituteoftx.com
Key Personnel:
- Dr. Vernon F. Williams, MD, FAARFM, ABAARM, Medical Director, certified in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine, Harvard College BA, Albert Einstein College of Medicine MD, Allegheny General Hospital general surgery residency, U.S. Air Force Flight Surgeon, Wilford Hall Medical Center residency
Services Offered:
- Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy
- Adult stem cell therapy
- Non-surgical regenerative injection treatments
Conditions Treated: Orthopaedic and joint conditions, sports and musculoskeletal injuries, cosmetic and aesthetic concerns, and other conditions as reported by the provider
About This Directory
This listing is part of a national regenerative medicine directory covering major metropolitan areas across the United States. Clinics included in this directory are real, operating practices with verified addresses and publicly available contact information. Inclusion does not imply endorsement, certification, or quality rating. Patients should independently verify provider credentials, treatment protocols, and regulatory compliance before pursuing any regenerative medicine treatment.
Many regenerative medicine treatments, including stem cell therapy and PRP, are considered investigational by the FDA for most orthopedic and musculoskeletal applications. Insurance coverage for these treatments is generally not available. Patients are encouraged to discuss all treatment options, risks, benefits, and costs with their healthcare provider before making any decisions.
Last updated: March 2026