Dr. Eifler performs shoulder and knee arthroscopy, knee ligament reconstruction, meniscal repair, and advanced cartilage restoration including biologic treatments and allograft transplantation. He treats all aspects of shoulder disorders including dislocation, separations, labral tears, and rotator cuff tears. ERIC EIFLER, MD
Undergraduate: University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA)
Medical School: University of Texas Health Science Center (UTHSCSA)
Residency: Orthopedic Surgery, UTHSCSA)
Fellowship: Sports Medicine, University of Texas / Jesse DeLee, MD, UTHSC
Board Certification: American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
Additional Certification: Orthopedic Surgery Sports Medicine, CAQSM
Awards:
Castle Connolly Top Doctor North Texas Castle Connolly Top Doctor Arizona Patient’s Choice Award Compassionate Doctor Recognition Clinical Philosophy
Dr. Eifler’s #1 priority is to get his patients back to enjoying their favorite activities. Whether supporting a collegiate athlete, a “weekend warrior”, or 45 year old software engineer with a new injury, his expertise is customizing a treatment plan for maximum functional recovery. His experience as the Team Orthopedic Surgeon for Division 1 athletes at the University of North Texas benefits every patient that he sees in the office.
Success for Dr Eifler is looking out for the best interest of the patient, as an athlete today and as an adult in the future. He understands the expectations of recovery vary depending on the age, occupation and lifestyle of the patient- be it a 40 year-old mechanic or a 75 year-old, retired teacher.
During his time in Texas, Dr Eifler reconstructed the shoulders and knees of high school students that subsequently earned scholarships to play Division 1 football, tennis, basketball, soccer, volleyball, baseball, and softball. He has helped hundreds of collegiate athletes return to their sports after injury.
Collegiate athletic awards his patients have gone on to win include:
Big 12 Offensive Freshman of the Year Sun Belt First Team All – Conference Sun Belt Defensive Player of the Year Conference USA Defensive MVP All-Big 12 Defensive Second Team Conference USA All-Tournament Team Conference USA Top Goaltender Weurffel Trophy Nominee Conference USA First Team All – Conference National Soccer Coaches’ Association of America (NSCAA) First Team All-Region
Dr. Eifler’s reputation allowed him to the opportunity to serve as the Team Physician for teams in the National Indoor Football League and the American West Hockey League. The coaches, players, and parents have come to trust Dr. Eifler for effective diagnosis and treatment of their orthopedic injuries.
“Dr. Eifler has been our team doctor for nine years. He has treated my son and wife, the other coaches’ families, teachers and their families. We trust him because he speaks to our level. He treats everyone like his family; he does what is best for the kids, regardless what the coach wants. I respect that approach to care. When I have an injured player, I tell the mom and dad to do whatever Dr. Eifler says. I am not going to let him play until Dr. Eifler determines it’s safe for him to play. Dr. Eifler is going to treat your kid like he would his own.’”
– John Walsh, athletic director and head football coach, Guyer High School, Dallas; winner of two state football titles
A Track Record of Excellence
Committed to excellence throughout his education and training, Dr. Eifler distinguished himself during his academic and medical training through the following recognitions and awards:
Magna Cum Laude UCLA Departmental Honors UCLA Honors Status Honors Thesis in Biomechanics UCLA Senior Merit Award Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honors Society Medical Dean’s Research Fellowship Most Outstanding Voluntary Faculty Award
Dr. Eifler has also shared his expertise, providing clinical instruction, preceptorship, consultation at the following institutions:
University of Texas Southwestern Medical School University of Texas Health Science Center Midwestern State University University of North Texas University of Texas- Pan American University of Ohio University of Wisconsin Texas Woman’s University University of Indiana/Purdue University at Indianapolis
Dr. Eifler is a member of the following medical associations:
American Orthopedic Society of Sports Medicine Arthroscopy Association of North America American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons Arizona Medical Association Texas Medical Association
TOP important and interesting reviews from patients
- Dr Eifler took care of me urgently regardless of issues with my insurance, gave me a functional brace for my wrist fracture and enabled me to continue working that very evening (I’m a professional acrobat and my work is essential to my livelihood). Cannot thank him enough and am beyond blessed that I ended up at his office by chance (I somehow had his office number in my phone when I was struggling to find a doctor urgently. Highly recommend, he is exceptionally kind and caring and not like most surgeons : )
- I do not have to give it a second thought.
Dr Eifler and his staff get 5 stars! They are professional, kind, caring and very knowledgeable. Dr Eifler and Jordan never seem to be "bothered" when I ask a slew of questions. They take their time and answer every question I have. I always know I will be taken care of in the most professional manner. If you are researching orthopedic physicians look no more! Dr. Eifler and his staff are exactly who you need.
- Dr. Eifler is willing to take his time and listen as well as review all possible options. I came in with knee pain and after MRI showed bone on bone on inner knee surface. He covered the options of both surgical on non-surgical. Currently I'm doing Gel shots combined with PRP. I'm only 3 weeks in and have already had imlrovement.
