4.8
25 Ratings with 9 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. David Skaggs is an orthopedic surgeon with 37 years of experience specializing in spine conditions. He earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and completed his residency at New York Presbyterian-Columbia Medical Center in 1994. Dr. Skaggs furthered his training with a fellowship at Children's Hospital of Los Angeles in 1995, focusing on pediatric spine care. He maintains board certification in Orthopaedic Surgery from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and provides care in English.
Dr. Skaggs practices at the Cedars-Sinai Spine Center - Guerin Children's Pediatric Spine in Los Angeles, California, and holds an affiliation with Children's Hospital Los Angeles. His expertise centers on treating scoliosis and back pain in children and teens, along with back pain during pregnancy. He offers comprehensive treatment approaches including physical therapy and strength training programs. Patients consistently rate Dr. Skaggs highly for …his care, giving him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Read More Read less Dr. Skaggs practices at the Cedars-Sinai Spine Center - Guerin Children's Pediatric Spine in Los Angeles, California, and holds an affiliation with Children's Hospital Los Angeles. His expertise centers on treating scoliosis and back pain in children and teens, along with back pain during pregnancy. He offers comprehensive treatment approaches including physical therapy and strength training programs. Patients consistently rate Dr. Skaggs highly for …his care, giving him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 37 years of experience
- 40 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Children's Hospital of Los Angeles
- 9 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 27 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Cedars-Sinai Spine Center - Guerin Children's Pediatric Spine
444 S San Vicente Blvd Ste 901Los Angeles, CA 90048 Tel: (310) 423-6665
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 37 Years of Experience | 23 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, Russian, English, Farsi | ||
| Los Angeles , CA | Sherman Oaks , CA | Los Angeles , CA | Marina Del Rey , CA |
| Med School: Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons | Med School: University of California, Irvine | Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine | Med School: Washington University - St Louis School of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by David L Skaggs
Medical Specialties
David L Skaggs has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
David L Skaggs has the following 27 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
37 Years Experience
David L Skaggs holds an expired medical license in the state of California. They are board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Children's Hospital of Los Angeles in 1995.
Residency
Completed their residency at New York Presbyterian-Columbia Medical Center in 1994.
Medical School
Graduated from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1989.
NPI Number
David L Skaggs' NPI number is 1245333061.
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- David Skaggs is affiliated with Childrens Hospital Los Angeles.
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- What languages does David Skaggs speak?
- David Skaggs speaks English.
- Where is David Skaggs's office located?
- David Skaggs's office is located at 444 S San Vicente Blvd Ste 901, Los Angeles, CA, 90048.
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