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Dr. Robert Foster, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 60
Dr. Robert Foster, MD
4.8 (134 Ratings)

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Dr. Robert Foster, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Austin, TX.
Dr. Robert Foster, MD
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Dr. Robert Foster, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 60
Austin, TX
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Robert Foster, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Austin, TX.

About

Dr. Foster graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch and completed a residency at Oregon Health & Science University. Dr. Robert Foster, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Austin, TX. Dr. Foster currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Ascension Seton Northwest and St. David's North Austin Medical Center. Dr. Foster has experience treating conditions like Osteoarthritis of Hand among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Foster received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 134 times. Dr. Foster's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Foster is board certified in Hand Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Explains Conditions Well

Patients said this doctor explains conditions well.

Trustworthy

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Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

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Experience Check

Enter a condition or procedure
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Steroid Injection
Excision of Ganglion
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Steroid Injection
Excision of Ganglion
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Steroid Injection
Excision of Ganglion
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Wrist Sprain or Strain
De Quervain's Disease
Dupuytrens Contracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Release
De Quervain's Release
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Hand Tendon Repair
Trigger Finger Release
Wrist Replacement
Bursitis
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Fracture
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Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteophyte of Hand
Wrist Disorders
Wrist Osteophyte
Arm Surgery
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand Fracture Treatment Closed
Hand Surgery
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Wrist Fusion

Insurance Accepted

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  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Medicare
  • Superior Health Plan
  • National (BlueCard) PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Texas Orthopedics Sports & Rehabilitation Associates PA
    4700 Seton Center Pkwy Ste 200, Austin, TX 78759
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (512) 439-1000
    Monday
    08:00 - 19:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 19:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 19:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 19:00

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Foster
4.8
Based on 134 Reviews
5 Stars (124)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (3)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (4)

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Patient Reviews
Feb 05, 2025
Dr. Foster is a great doctor! Patient, knowledgeable, listens and simply is a great surgeon.
Debbie Kelsey — Feb 05, 2025
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About Me

Specialties*
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Texas Medical Branch
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • St Joseph Medical Center
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Oregon Health & Science University
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Minnesota
Fellowship Hospital
Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. Foster communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Foster offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
3 users said yes.
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Does Dr. Foster offer an online patient portal?
9 users said yes.
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Does Dr. Foster have free onsite parking?
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Does Dr. Foster offer weekend visits?
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Does Dr. Foster offer evening visits?
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Robert Foster, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Foster's profile.

Dr. Robert Foster, MD is affiliated with Ascension Seton Northwest and St. David's North Austin Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Robert Foster, MD holds board certification in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Ascension Seton Northwest

    11113 Research Blvd, Austin, TX

  • St. David's North Austin Medical Center

    12221 N Mopac Expy, Austin, TX