Next available appointments
Times may vary. Displayed times are for in-person visits. Additional times may be available for both new and current patients.
Mon, 6/22
- 1:00 PM
- 1:15 PM
- 1:30 PM
Tue, 6/23
- 1:00 PM
- 1:15 PM
- 1:30 PM
Fri, 6/26
- 1:30 PM
- 2:00 PM
Locations of Esai Rodriguez, PA-C

Baylor Scott & White Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Institute - Waxahachie
2360 N Interstate 35E Ste 320, Waxahachie, TX, 75165- Monday:8:00 am-4:30 pm
- Tuesday:8:00 am-4:30 pm
- Wednesday:8:00 am-4:30 pm
- Thursday:8:00 am-4:30 pm
- Friday:8:00 am-4:30 pm
Office Hours
Biography
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Esai Rodriguez, PA-C, is a certified physician assistant, specializing in orthopedic surgery. His professional interests include general orthopedic care, total hip and knee replacements, osteoarthritis, sports medicine and joint infections. ... Esai is passionate about building strong relationships with his adolescent and adult patients and providing both clinical and surgical treatments to help them return to the activities they love and improve their quality of life. Born and raised in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, he feels grateful to serve the community he grew up in. Esai is a proud member of the American Academy of Physician Associates, Physician Assistants in Orthopaedic Surgery and the Texas Academy of Physician Assistants. Outside of work, Esai enjoys exercising, baseball, traveling and trying new coffee shops. He also likes cheering for the Dallas Cowboys and the Texas Rangers. D Magazine has named Baylor Scott & White Orthopedics the "Face of Orthopedics" for 2026. Read more here. View More |
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| Adolescents (ages 12-18) |
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| Geriatrics |
| Language(s) Spoken |
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| English |
| Education |
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| Education: The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas (2024) |
| Certifications |
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| Physician Assistant- National Comm on Certif of Physician Assistants |
| Hospital Affiliations |
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| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Waxahachie |
Insurances accepted
Baylor Scott & White has established agreements with several types of insurance to ensure your health needs are covered.
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Aetna - (12)Aetna-Choice POS IIAetna-Group Retiree Medicare PPO - Limited to Exxon/MobilAetna-Health Network OnlyAetna-Health Network OptionAetna-HMOAetna-Managed ChoiceAetna-Open Access Elect ChoiceAetna-Open Access Managed ChoiceAetna-Open Access SelectAetna-Open Choice PPOAetna-QPOSAetna-Select
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Cigna - (6)Cigna-BSW Extended PPOCigna-Choice FundCigna-LocalPlusCigna-LocalPlus In-NetworkCigna-Open Access PlusCigna-Open Access Plus In-Network
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DFW ConnectedCare - (1)DFW ConnectedCare-American Airlines Employee Benefit Plan
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EHN - (1)EHN-Employers Health Network
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HealthSmart - (2)HealthSmart-Accel NetworkHealthSmart-Preferred Network
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Imagine Health - (1)Imagine Health-Imagine Health Network
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Nebraska Furniture Mart - (3)Nebraska Furniture Mart-EmeraldNebraska Furniture Mart-OnyxNebraska Furniture Mart-Pearl
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PHCS Network - (1)PHCS Network-PHCS Primary PPO
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Superior Health Plan - (17)Superior Health Plan-Ambetter Core EPO - BronzeSuperior Health Plan-Ambetter Core EPO - GoldSuperior Health Plan-Ambetter Core EPO - SilverSuperior Health Plan-Superior STAR+PLUS (MMP)Superior Health Plan-Wellcare Assist (HMO)Superior Health Plan-Wellcare by Allwell Complement Assist (HMO)Superior Health Plan-Wellcare by Allwell Dual Access Harmony (HMO D-SNP)Superior Health Plan-Wellcare by Allwell Dual Liberty Nurture (HMO D-SNP)Superior Health Plan-Wellcare by Allwell Patriot No Premium (HMO)Superior Health Plan-Wellcare Dual Access (HMO D-SNP)Superior Health Plan-Wellcare Dual Access Open (PPO D-SNP)Superior Health Plan-Wellcare Dual Liberty (HMO D-SNP)Superior Health Plan-Wellcare Giveback (HMO)Superior Health Plan-Wellcare No Premium Open (PPO)Superior Health Plan-Wellcare No Premium Rx Plus Open (PPO)Superior Health Plan-Wellcare Specialty No Premium (HMO C-SNP)Superior Health Plan-Wellcare TexanPlus No Premium (HMO)
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United HealthCare - (23)United HealthCare-All SaversUnited HealthCare-ChoiceUnited HealthCare-Choice PlusUnited HealthCare-CoreUnited HealthCare-Core EssentialUnited HealthCare-EDGEUnited HealthCare-Erickson Advantage Champion (HMO-POS C-SNP)United HealthCare-Erickson Advantage Freedom (HMO-POS)United HealthCare-Erickson Advantage Guardian (HMO-POS I-SNP)United HealthCare-Erickson Advantage Liberty with Drugs (HMO-POS)United HealthCare-Erickson Advantage Liberty without Drugs (HMO-POS)United HealthCare-NavigateUnited HealthCare-Navigate BalancedUnited HealthCare-Navigate PlusUnited HealthCare-Nexus ACO - Open AccessUnited HealthCare-Nexus ACO - Referral RequiredUnited HealthCare-OptionsUnited HealthCare-SelectUnited HealthCare-Select PlusUnited HealthCare-UnitedHealthcare Assisted Living Plan (PPO I-SNP)United HealthCare-UnitedHealthcare Group Medicare Advantage (PPO)United HealthCare-UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage Choice (Regional PPO)United HealthCare-UnitedHealthcare Nursing Home Plan (PPO I-SNP)
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WellMed - (11)WellMed-AARP Medicare Advantage (HMO-POS)WellMed-AARP Medicare Advantage (HMO)WellMed-AARP Medicare Advantage Choice (PPO)WellMed-AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot (HMO-POS)WellMed-AARP Medicare Advantage SecureHorizons Plan 1 (HMO-POS)WellMed-AARP Medicare Advantage SecureHorizons Plan 2 (HMO-POS)WellMed-AARP Medicare Advantage Walgreens (PPO)WellMed-UnitedHealthcare Dual Complete (HMO DSNP)WellMed-UnitedHealthcare Group Medicare Advantage (HMO)WellMed-UnitedHealthcare Medicare Gold (Regional PPO CSNP)WellMed-UnitedHealthcare Medicare Silver (Regional PPO CSNP)
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Patient Ratings (158)
The patient rating score is an average of all responses to physician-related questions on our nationally recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey .
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| 4.8 | Friendliness/Courtesy of Care Provider | |
| 4.8 | Rate Care Provider | |
| 4.8 | Provider included you in decisions | |
| 4.8 | Wait Time at Clinic | |
| 4.9 | Provider showed concern | |
| 4.8 | Time Care Provider spent with Patient |
Patient Comments (58)
Overview of patient comments
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Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey and are displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
Patients appreciate
Patients consistently praise Esai Rodriguez, PA for his exceptional communication skills, thoroughness, and genuine compassion. Many reviewers highlight his ability to clearly explain diagnoses, treatment options, and procedures — including X-ray findings, surgical plans, and injury details — in ways that are easy to understand. His attentiveness and willingness to answer all patient questions is one of the most frequently mentioned strengths. Patients also frequently describe him as kind, professional, respectful, and caring, with many noting that he takes his time and does not make them feel rushed.
Patients also share
The reviews offer very little in the way of criticism or areas for improvement. One reviewer noted that with more experience, Esai will become an even stronger provider, suggesting some room to grow with time. No other specific or recurring concerns were raised across the reviews, which is a strong indicator of consistent patient satisfaction.