Canon C. Cornelius, M.D.

About Dr. Cornelius

Dr. Canon Cornelius is a fellowship-trained foot and ankle orthopaedic surgeon. He specializes in a variety of procedures and techniques for the foot and ankle as well as other areas of the body to help reduce pain and maximize his patients’ function. Dr. Cornelius takes a conservative approach to care, and he works with each patient to find solutions that help them return to doing what they love most.

Originally from Burkburnett, Texas, where he graduated valedictorian, Dr. Cornelius attended Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, graduating cum laude from the honors college. He then earned his Doctor of Medicine degree, qualifying for AOA distinction as a top performer in his class, and completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth in Houston. Dr. Cornelius went on to complete additional subspecialty training in foot and ankle surgery through a fellowship at Duke University School of Medicine in Durham, North Carolina.

Dr. Cornelius has been published in many facets of orthopaedic surgery, including foot and ankle, total joint replacement, and trauma. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Cornelius values conservative care and considers surgery to be a last option. However, when surgery is necessary, perfection and attention to detail are crucial, and he has the expertise to deliver the care needed. He develops comprehensive treatment plans to help his patients live with freedom from chronic pain.

In his free time, Dr. Cornelius enjoys spending time with his wife and three children. He keeps an active lifestyle and enjoys reading, traveling, skiing, and cooking.

Dr. Cornelius is available to see patients in need of care at our Dallas and Frisco locations.