Summary

Dr. Joseph Schwab treats malignant bone cancer, primary bone conditions, and joint and muscle conditions, and performs lateral lumbar spinal fusion, herniated disc surgery, and spinal fusion. He practices orthopedic surgery and has 27 years of experience. Dr. Schwab is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital and Cedars Sinai Medical Center. He completed his residency at Mayo Clinic in Rochester in 2004, followed by fellowships at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York, the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, and AO in Bologna, Italy. He sees patients in Los Angeles, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Schwab 4.18 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 27 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • AO, Bologna, Italy
  • 14 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 23 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Cedars-Sinai Spine Center

444 S San Vicente Blvd Ste 800Los Angeles, CA 90048
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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27 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Los Angeles , CAMonterey , CAMarina Del Rey , CALong Beach , CA
Med School: University of California, Berkeley (Education) Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA Med School: Washington University - St Louis School of Medicine Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Joseph H Schwab

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Medical Specialties

Joseph H Schwab has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Joseph H Schwab has the following 23 areas of expertise

  • Ankylosing Spondylitis
  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Chordoma
  • Ewing's Sarcoma
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Malignant Bone Tumors/Cancer (Osteosarcoma)
  • Metastatic Cancer
  • Osteitis Deformans (Paget's Disease)
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Polyostotic Fibrous Dysplasia
  • Radiculopathy
  • Scoliosis
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Joseph H Schwab holds an expired medical license in the states of California and Massachusetts.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2025 and an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at AO, Bologna, Italy in 2010, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York in 2007, and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York in 2006.

Residency

Completed their residency at Mayo Clinic, Rochester in 2004.

Medical School

Graduated from University of California, Berkeley (Education) in 2024, Harvard-MIT Division of Health Sciences and Technology (Education) in 2010, and Rosalind Franklin University Of Medicine and Science in 1999.

NPI Number

Joseph H Schwab's NPI number is 1568667731.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Joseph Schwab speak?
Joseph Schwab speaks English.
Which hospitals is Joseph Schwab affiliated with?
Joseph Schwab is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital and Cedars Sinai Medical Center.
Where is Joseph Schwab's office located?
Joseph Schwab's office is located at 444 S San Vicente Blvd Ste 800, Los Angeles, CA, 90048.
Does Joseph Schwab accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Joseph Schwab accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Joseph Schwab accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Joseph Schwab has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Data Sources

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  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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