Advanced orthopedic care for injuries, pain, and performance, right here in Texas.

Meet James Burnett

MD

Joint Replacement Doctor in Arlington, TX

Areas of Expertise

About

Dr. Burnett

Dr. Burnett

Originating from Lodi, California, Dr. James Burnett now specializes in Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine at AOA Orthopedic Specialists and sits as the current Board President of the Organization. Dr. Burnett completed Medical School in 1996 at Tulane Medical University (New Orleans).

Dr. Burnett completed Medical School in 1996 at Tulane Medical University (New Orleans), his Residency at Texas A&M University Scott & White Hospital (Temple, TX) in 2001, before serving our country as an Orthopaedic Surgeon in the United States Navy until 2004.

Dr. Burnett sees patients at the AOA Arlington location and has been frequently featured as a “Top Doc” in Tarrant County for exemplary surgical and patient care. As a board-certified Sports Medicine surgeon, Dr. Burnett is multi-accomplished surgeon and is currently affiliated with Baylor, Scott, and White Orthopedic and Spine Hospital at Arlington. In addition to speaking English, he also speaks Spanish.

Outside of his busy work life, Dr. Burnett enjoys relaxing at home, lifting weights, cross-training, going on vacation, and supporting his favorite football team, the Pittsburg Steelers.

Try to treat people the way I want to be treated, explaining and educating patients regarding their conditions and injuries and providing them their options for treatment and recovery.

Fort Worth Magazine Top Doctor 2012, 2013, 2016, 2017, 2021, 2022, 2025

Bachelor of Science

Biological Science: University of California (Davis, CA) July 1988-1992

Doctor of Medicine: Tulane Medical University (New Orleans, LA) July 1992- 1996

Orthopaedic Surgery Internship: Texas A&M University, Scott & White Hospital (Temple, TX) July 1996-1997

Orthopaedic Surgery Residency: Texas A&M University, Scott & White Hospital (Temple, TX) July 1997-2001

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (July 2003)

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery – Orthopaedic Sports Medicine – (November 9, 2007)

Texas Medical License (August 1997)

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

Texas State Medical Society

American Medical Association

Tarrant County Medical Association

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Working with Dr. Burnett

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Loren Lopez

Dr. Burnett Specialties

Total Joint Replacement

Joint replacement at OrthoTexas is led by a team of fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons who specialize in restoring mobility, reducing pain, and improving quality of life

Sports Medicine

OrthoTexas is a leading provider of orthopedic sports medicine care in North Texas, offering comprehensive treatment for athletes of all ages.

Elbow

OrthoTexas treats elbow pain, stiffness, and nerve-related symptoms like tingling or numbness, from common overuse injuries to more complex conditions.

Hand & Wrist

OrthoTexas treats hand, wrist, and finger conditions, from everyday overuse injuries to complex issues affecting nerves, tendons, and bones.

Knee

OrthoTexas treats knee pain, instability, and injury, from acute sports injuries to chronic conditions like arthritis, starting with conservative care when possible.

Location

Arlington

Address

800 Orthopedic Way, Arlington, TX 76015, USA
Arlington, Texas 76015

Contact

Clinic Phone: (817) 375-5200

PT & OT Phone: (817) 375-5310

Clinic Fax: (817) 299-1789

PT Fax: (817) 299-1795

Hours

Clinic: Mon-Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

PT: Mon-Fri 7:00 am - 5:00 pm