Meet David R. Sollaccio, MD
A board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in treatment for hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder conditions with personalized care and advanced solutions to help patients regain function and comfort.
A board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in treatment for hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder conditions with personalized care and advanced solutions to help patients regain function and comfort.
David R. Sollaccio, MD
Orthopaedic Hand & Upper Extremity Surgeon
Originally from Orlando, Florida, I grew up with a love for helping others and a curiosity about how things work, traits that eventually led me to specialize in the intricate field of hand and upper extremity surgery. I earned my undergraduate degree at Wake Forest University, followed by medical school at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.
I honed my orthopaedic skills during my residency at the University of Florida College of Medicine, where I also participated in care for the Florida Gators athletics teams. I then completed my training with a fellowship in hand and microvascular surgery at the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine.
After eight years in practice in Los Angeles, I am excited to call Houston home and build a practice that reflects my commitment to personalized care. I believe every patient is unique and ought to be informed on all options, so that we can tailor treatments, whether that is repairing a ligament, managing arthritis, or treating a fractured bone, to fit your specific needs and goals. My favorite part of the work? Seeing you get back to what you love, whether that’s playing an instrument, swinging a golf club, or simply holding a loved one’s hand without pain.
When I’m not in the operating room or clinic, you’ll find me exploring local trails, fishing along the coast, or hitting the golf course. I’m an avid traveler, hiker, guitar player, and snowboarder who cherishes time with family. I’m thrilled to serve the community with the same care and dedication I bring to everything I do. I look forward to meeting you and helping you regain the function in your hand, wrist, elbow, or shoulder so that you can get back to living life on your terms!
Joseph H. Boyes Hand Surgery Fellowship, Keck School of Medicine of University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
Aug. 2016 – July 2017
Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, FL
July 2011 – July 2016
M.D., University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL
Aug. 2007 – May 2011
B.S. in Biology and Minor in Chemistry, Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC
Aug. 2003 – May 2007
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery – Board Certified
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery CAQ in Hand Surgery
- Medical Board of California License
- Texas Medical Board Full License
- USMLE
- Sollaccio DR, King JJ, Struk A, Farmer KW, Wright TW. Clinical predictors for optimal forward elevation in primary reverse total shoulder arthroplasty. Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Arthroplasty. Jan 2019.
- Sollaccio DR, Navo P, Ghiassi A, Orr CM, Patel BA, Lewten KL. Evaluation of articular surface similarity of hemi-hamate grafts and proximal middle phalanx morphology: a 3D geometric morphometric approach. J Hand Surg Am. 2019 Feb;44(2):121-128.
- Jefferson GD, Sollaccio D, Gomez-Fernandez CR, Civantos F Jr. Evaluation of immunohistochemical fine sectioning for sentinel lymph node biopsy in oral squamous cell carcinoma. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2011 Feb;144(2):216-9.
- Sollaccio DR, Navo P, Ghiassi A, Orr CM, Patel BA, Lewten KL. Evaluation of articular surface similarity of hemi-hamate grafts and proximal middle phalanx morphology: a 3D geometric morphometric approach. 2018 American Society for Surgery of the Hand Annual Meeting. September 15, 2018.
- Sollaccio D, Struk A, Farmer K, Wright T. Clinical predictors for optimal functional outcomes in reverse total shoulder arthroplasty. 2016 University of Florida College of Medicine Celebration of Research. February 22, 2016.
- Sollaccio D, Struk A, Farmer K, Wright T. Clinical predictors for optimal functional outcomes in reverse total shoulder arthroplasty. 2015 Florida Orthopaedic Society Annual Scientific Meeting – Residents Research Competition. June 7, 2015.
- Jefferson G, Sollaccio D, Civantos F, Gomez C. Immunohistochemical fine sectioning for sentinel lymph node biopsy in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma. 2009 American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery Foundation Annual Meeting and OTO Expo. October 6, 2009.
Compassionate Care for Every Patient
At our practice, patient care always comes first. We treat every case with the same level of dedication and precision as if caring for our own family. Our goal is to provide high-quality, compassionate treatment that helps you heal and regain function with confidence.
Hand, Wrist, Elbow, & Shoulder Conditions
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Specialized Surgical Treatments
Advanced Hand & Wrist Procedures
Your hands and wrists are essential for everything you do. If pain or injury is limiting your movement, we’re here to help with effective treatments to restore function.
- Carpal Tunnel Release
- Trigger Finger Release
- Finger Tendon Repair
- Wrist Fracture Surgery
- Hand Arthritis Surgery
- Basilar Thumb Joint Surgery
- Dupuytren’s Surgery
