Dr. Kristopher L. Downing, MD | La Jolla, CA | Hand Surgeon

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Dr. Downing graduated from the David Geffen School of Medicine At Ucla in 2004. He works in La Jolla, CA and 4 other locations and specializes in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Downing is affiliated with University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital and Sharp Mary Birch Hospital For Women And Newborns.

accepting new patients
4.5

35 Ratings
22 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla
11 written reviews
2 specialties
16 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
6 hospital affiliations
7 office locations
Male

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Dr. Downing did my shoulder surgery a year ago after an accident. He is a compassionate and caring man, skillful surgeon, a teacher that uses the latest technology. I am and forever will be thankful to him. I have been back working full time and playing competitive table tennis. “Thank you Dr. Downing” doesn’t seem enough !!

February 22nd, 2020

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Dr. Downing did my shoulder surgery a year ago after an accident. He is a compassionate and caring man, skillful surgeon, a teacher that uses the latest technology. I am and forever will be thankful to him. I have been back working full time and playing competitive table tennis. “Thank you Dr. Downing” doesn’t seem enough !!

February 22nd, 2020

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Dr. Downing did my shoulder repair a year ago, after a fall with dislocation and full thickness tear of the ligaments. He is a compassionate and caring man, a skillful surgeon, a teacher, using the latest technology. I am and will be for good, very thankful to him. I have been back working full time, and able to play competitive table tennis. “Thank you Dr. Downing” does not seem enough!

February 22nd, 2020

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Dr. Downing did my shoulder repair a year ago, after a fall with dislocation and full thickness tear of the ligaments. He is a compassionate and caring man, a skillful surgeon, a teacher, using the latest technology. I am and will be for good, very thankful to him. I have been back working full time, and able to play competitive table tennis. “Thank you Dr. Downing” does not seem enough!

February 22nd, 2020

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He has done two surgeries for me. These surgeries included five different procedures. He is extremely professional, compassionate, kind and very knowledgeable. He is absolutely the best surgeon. My surgeries have helped improve my quality of life and the scars are vanishing... he is that good!

February 1st, 2019

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He is superb. He pays attention to detail and then recommends the best treatment that is to the best interest to his patients.

January 28th, 2019

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Long waits of over an hour after appointment time

April 3rd, 2015

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worst staff make wait over 1 hour

February 24th, 2015

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Very happy with the results of my thumb surgery. Very good Doctor

December 17th, 2011

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Dr.Downing is one of the most caring,compassionate Dr.s I have ever met! His bedside manner--so caring and kind! Dr.Downing's ability as a surgeon-- amazing!! Dr.Downing is one of the BEST orthopedic surgeons I have met. He is a Dr. That many should strive to be! I would give him 10 stars if I could....thank you!

February 17th, 2011

Synergy Orthopedic Specialists Medical Group

9834 Genesee Ave Ste 228La Jolla, CA 92037

Tel: (858) 455-9942

Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm

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9834 Genesee Ave

9834 Genesee Ave Ste 228La Jolla, CA 92037

Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Fri9:00 am - 2:00 pm

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750 Medical Center Ct

750 Medical Center Ct Ste 14Chula Vista, CA 91911

Scripps Green Hospital

10666 N Torrey Pines RdLa Jolla, CA 92037

Tel: (858) 554-9100

University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center

9300 Campus Point DrLa Jolla, CA 92037

Tel: (858) 657-7000

Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla

9888 Genesee AveLa Jolla, CA 92037

Tel: (858) 626-4123

9834 Genesee Ave

9834 Genesee Ave Ste 228La Jolla, CA 92037

Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Fri9:00 am - 2:00 pm

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Dr. Kristopher Lee Downing, MD	Dr. Claire Webb Bonnyman	Dr. William John Ferris	Dr. Alan Guillermo Valdovino Gonzalez
Hand Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients
4.5 (35 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
22 Years of Experience	3 Years of Experience	6 Years of Experience	7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
La Jolla , CA	San Diego , CA	San Diego , CA	San Diego , CA
Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla	Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School	Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Herniated Disc
Hip Osteoarthritis
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee Surgery
Laminectomy
Orthopedic Surgery
Osteoarthritis
Scoliosis
Sports Medicine
Surgery
Wrist Injury

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

David Geffen School Of Medicine At UclaGraduated in 2004

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Which hospitals is Dr. Kristopher Downing affiliated with?: Dr. Kristopher Downing is affiliated with University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, and Sharp Mary Birch Hospital For Women And Newborns.
What languages does Dr. Kristopher Downing speak?: Dr. Kristopher Downing speaks English and Spanish.
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