Dr. James M. Fait, MD | Temecula, CA | Orthopedic Surgery

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Dr. James Fait is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in treating musculoskeletal conditions and injuries. He earned his medical degree from the University of California Davis School of Medicine and has been practicing medicine for three decades. Dr. Fait is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Fait practices at San Diego Medical Center and Temecula Valley Hospital, with locations in Temecula, California. He focuses on treating joint pain, shoulder problems, and rotator cuff injuries. His approach to care includes physical therapy, strength training, and hands-on therapeutic techniques to help patients recover and regain function. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 on Vitals.

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4.6

23 Ratings
30 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA DAVIS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
8 written reviews
3 specialties
5 areas of expertise
3 board certifications
2 hospital affiliations
2 office locations
Male

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Absolutely knowledgeable, patient, compassionate and courteous.

July 18th, 2018

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Dr. Fait did a total right hip replacement on me on Jan. 2nd, 2003, at the Coronado, CA. Hospital. He did an excellent job. No one could have done it better. It has been 15 years now and most of the time it's like it never even happened. The artificial joint is fine as a light-to-medium duty hip but when I overstress it on hikes in the mountains or desert trails it will hurt a bit. Jumping from rock to rock with a 20lb backpack is a bit much for it... but I do it anyway. I like to camp out and hike the back country. Because of Dr. Fait I can still do these things. Dr. Fait is an expert at this type of surgery and a real pro. I am forever grateful to him for what he did for me. I cannot recommend him too highly.

December 21st, 2017

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I was so lucky to have Dr. Fait do my surgery. As far as I'm concerned, he is the best. I have been surfing for 58 years and thanks to Dr. Fait I am still going strong and able to enjoy surfing everyday. Mahalo, Dr. Fait

September 23rd, 2017

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Dr Fait was the best Orthopedic Doctor i have ever been to. He's amazing, caring and overall the best Ortho doctor.

July 16th, 2012

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Excellent doctor-patient relationship. Caring,ethical and truthful. Knowledgeable. Practices evidenced based medicine. I have had him for two joint replacements with good outcomes.

April 19th, 2012

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I met Dr. Fait yesterday for the first time and he made me feel extremely comfortable and confident that he was the best choice I could have made for my upcoming surgery. The thing that impressed me the most was how we discussed alternative solutions rather than hearing what he thought was best for me. The end result was a compromise that were both happy with. With Dr. Fait you cant help but feel hes doing more than his job but he really cares about what he is doing and care for the treatment of his patients as well.

January 10th, 2012

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Dr. Fait has cared for myself as well as my 70 yr old mother, and he has always been very caring, knowledgeable and extremely professional. I would highly recommend him with any ortho problem big or small.

July 19th, 2009

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KAISER MUST RESTRICT HIS ABILITY TO FOLOW PATIENTS IN HOSPITAL AND OUT.

May 7th, 2009

Zahra Surgery Center

28975 Old Town Front St # StsteTemecula, CA 92590

Tel: (951) 553-7110

Mon8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Tue8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Wed8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Thu8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Fri8:30 am - 3:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Temecula Valley Hospital

31700 Temecula PkwyTemecula, CA 92592

Tel: (951) 331-2200


Dr. James Michael Fait, MD	Dr. Michael Klassen, MD	Dr. Victor Hugo San Roman	Dr. Lucia Avila, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Other	Other
	Accepts New Patients
4.6 (23 Ratings)	4.9 (764 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
30 Years of Experience	37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English
Temecula , CA	Monterey , CA	Beaumont , CA	Oceanside , CA
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA DAVIS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE	Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA
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Hip Osteoarthritis
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Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA DAVIS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

University Of California Davis School Of MedicineGraduated in 1996

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