Andrew L. Whaley, MD
Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
Andrew L. Whaley, MD, a Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon, specializes in Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS), trauma, sports medicine and adult joint reconstruction (replacement) involving the shoulder, hip, and knee. Dr. Whaley, who is specialty trained for sports medicine injuries, has a distinct certification in this area called the Subspecialty Certification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS). This area of expertise includes repair of torn tendons or muscles, ligament reconstruction around joints as well as arthroscopy of the joints. Reconstructive orthopedic surgery focuses on the surgical reconstruction of the musculoskeletal system, or bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, and related structures. In Adult Reconstruction, Dr. Whaley performs both partial and total knee replacement, total hip replacement, and shoulder replacement. Part of Dr. Whaley’s practice particularly emphasizes minimally invasive and tissue-sparing surgery, and the practice is unique as it does not surcharge for these procedures. Dr. Whaley provides care, both operative and non-operative, for the trauma of the extremities-the arms and legs. Dr. Whaley is proud to provide a level of care and empathy that treats all patients as family. Dr. Whaley takes his time to teach and explain in easily understandable terms your orthopedic issue and the treatment options. Andrew L. Whaley, MD is highly qualified to take care of your injuries and orthopedic conditions from beginning to end.
Although Dr. Whaley was born and raised in Dallas, Texas, he has many family ties to San Antonio. His lineage in orthopedic surgery dates back to 1947 when his grandfather, John J. Hinchey, M.D., was one of the first orthopedically trained surgeons to serve South Texas from right here in San Antonio. Dr. Whaley strives for the standard of care that his heritage demands.
After receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree from Texas A&M University, Dr. Whaley went on to earn his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center of San Antonio. He followed this with his internship and residency in orthopedic surgery at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. The Mayo Clinic’s Orthopaedic Program was rated #1 by US News and World Report during Dr. Whaley‘s five years of training and it continues to be ranked at the top of the high performing hospitals on this prestigious list. Following this training at Mayo Clinic, another year was then spent by Dr. Whaley focusing solely on sports medicine at the Hughston Clinic in Columbus, Georgia. Since completing his training in 2003, Dr. Whaley has been in practice in San Antonio. Dr. Whaley has served in leadership roles as both the Medical Director and Chief of Staff at various locations.
Dr. Whaley and his wife, Susan, have one daughter and two sons.
Our practice accepts most insurance plans and worker‘s compensation insurance.
Education
- Sports Medicine Fellowship- Hughston Clinic, Columbus, Georgia
- Orthopedic Internship and Residency - Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
- Medical Degree - University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
- Bachelor of Arts - Texas A&M University, College Station, TX
Certification and Licensure
- Diplomate, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- ABOS Subspecialty Certification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Hospital Privilege's
- Methodist Hospital System
- Baptist Hospital System
- Spine Hospital of South Texas
- Christus Santa Rosa Hospital System
- Advanced Surgery Center of San Antonio
- Resolute Health Hospital – New Braunfels
Professional Affiliations:
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Fellow
- Texas Orthopaedic Association
- Mayo Alumni Association
- Doctor’s Mayo Society
- Arthroscopy Association of North America
- Texas Medical Association
- Bexar County Medical Society
- American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons
- American Orthopedic Society for Sport Medicine
- International Congress for Joint Replacement
Teaching Experience
- Clinical Professor, Department of Community and Family Medicine, 2017-Present
- University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
- Clinical Professor, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2006-2017
- University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Michael E. Rodriguez, PA-C, MBA
Physician Assistant
Michael E. Rodriguez, PA-C, MBA, grew up in El Paso, Texas. Mr. Rodriguez has a passion for orthopedic surgery and assists Dr. Whaley in a team approach designed to accomplish the best clinic experience and surgical outcomes for our patients by ... conducting physical examinations, diagnosing, and treating orthopedic injuries. In addition, performing medical procedures such as ultrasound-guided joint injections, being a first assist to Dr. Whaley in surgery. Michael E. Rodriguez, PA-C, MBA, makes it his bottom line to do his best from the time he walks into the patient room with the goal of restoring patient function and overall quality of life within the realm of orthopedic surgery.
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology from the University of Texas at El Paso
- Master's Degree in Business Administration.
- Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies
Experience
- Work in healthcare for 6 years at world-renowned Texas Medical Center in Houston, Texas
- Performed his elective rotation in surgical oncology at MD Anderson Cancer Center at Houston
- A year of PA school working closely in orthopedics and plastic surgery.
Specialty & Certifications
- Certified through the National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
- Licensed through the Texas State Medical Board
- Member of the Texas Academy of Physician Assistants (TAPA)
- Member of the Physician Assistants in Orthopaedic Surgery (PAOS)
- Member of the Association of Physician Assistants in Oncology (APAO)
5 out of 5 stars based on 2019 patient satisfaction surveys
- For Being Knowledgeable Providers
- For Providing Treatment Options
- For Showing Respect to Patients
- For Explaining Material in a Relatable Manner.