Dr. Ashish Vala – Sports Medicine

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Board-Certified in Family Medicine and Sports Medicine | Non-Surgical Orthopedic Specialist | Based in Sugar Land, TX

Dr. Ashish Vala is a highly trained physician specializing in non-surgical orthopedic and sports medicine, serving athletes and active adults throughout Sugar Land and the Greater Houston area. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Family Medicine, with a Certificate of Added Qualification (CAQ) in Sports Medicine, reflecting his advanced clinical training and commitment to evidence-based care.

Dr. Vala graduated Cum Laude from the University of Houston and earned his medical degree with Honors from Ross University School of Medicine. He completed his Family Medicine residency at the University of Texas Southwestern in Austin, where he served as Chief Resident, followed by a Sports Medicine fellowship at Christus Santa Rosa in San Antonio.

Experience with All Levels of Athletes
With hands-on experience treating professional, collegiate, high school, and recreational athletes, Dr. Vala has worked with teams including the San Antonio Spurs, San Antonio Missions, San Antonio Silver Stars, UT San Antonio, and Trinity University. He also cares for active adults and weekend warriors—those who pursue fitness, sports, or physically demanding hobbies in their personal time. Dr. Vala’s approach supports patients of all activity levels, helping them recover from injuries, prevent future issues, and return to doing what they love.

Local Roots and Personal Passions
Born and raised in Houston, Dr. Vala is proud to serve the community he calls home. A lifelong fan of Houston’s sports teams, he enjoys spending time with family and friends, attending games, playing basketball, and scuba diving.

Conservative, Patient-Centered Care
Dr. Vala prioritizes non-surgical treatment options that are tailored to the individual. His toolbox includes:
• Ultrasound-guided injections for accuracy and effectiveness
• Regenerative medicine (e.g., Platelet Rich Plasma – PRP Injections)
• Steroid injections and viscosupplementation (gel injections)
• Orthotics, bracing, and physical therapy orders
• In office diagnostic ultrasound

Whether you’re recovering from an injury, managing chronic pain, or aiming to enhance performance, Dr. Vala provides thoughtful, evidence-based care to help you stay active and achieve your goals.

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