Summary

Dr. Paul Girard is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in surgery and orthopedic surgery with three decades of experience in the field. He earned his medical degree from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Sciences and completed his residency training at Maricopa Medical Center. Dr. Girard speaks English and brings extensive expertise to his orthopedic practice.

Dr. Girard is affiliated with University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center and practices in La Jolla, California. He focuses on treating complex conditions including fractures, deformity correction following trauma, and lower extremity reconstruction. His approach to care includes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques. Patients have rated Dr. Girard an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 30 years of experience
  • 42 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Maricopa Medical Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

UC San Diego Health

9300 Campus Point DrLa Jolla, CA 92037
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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SurgeryOrthopedic SurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
4.3 
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30 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
La Jolla , CALA MESA , CALa Jolla , CASan Diego , CA
Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Paul Joseph Girard

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Brand New Day - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • EmblemHealth
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Paul Joseph Girard has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Paul Joseph Girard has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • General Orthopedics
  • General Surgeon
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Maricopa Medical Center

Medical School

CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE
Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & SciencesGraduated in 1996

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Where is Dr. Paul Girard's office located?
Dr. Paul Girard's office is located at 9300 Campus Point Dr, La Jolla, CA, 92037.
Which hospitals is Dr. Paul Girard affiliated with?
Dr. Paul Girard is affiliated with University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center.

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