Summary

Dr. Joseph Schwab is an orthopedic surgeon who has been practicing medicine for 27 years. He earned his medical degree from the University of California, Berkeley and completed his residency at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester. Dr. Schwab pursued multiple specialized fellowships to advance his expertise, including training at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York in 2007, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York in 2006, and AO in Bologna, Italy in 2010. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Schwab practices at the Cedars-Sinai Spine Center in Los Angeles, California and maintains affiliations with Massachusetts General Hospital and Cedars Sinai Medical Center. He specializes in treating back pain across different patient populations, including pregnant women and children. His approach to care includes physical therapy and strength training programs. Patients have given Dr. Schwab an average rating of 4.1 stars for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 27 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • AO, Bologna, Italy
  • 12 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 23 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 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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Joseph H Schwab, MDDr. Terrence T Kim, MDDr. Neil Bhamb, MDDr. Reza Jazayeri, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
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4.1 
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27 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 English, Spanish, Farsi
Los Angeles , CALos Angeles , CAMarina Del Rey , CALos Angeles , CA
Med School: University of California, Berkeley (Education) Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: Washington University - St Louis School of Medicine Med School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine
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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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What languages does Joseph H Schwab speak?
Joseph H Schwab speaks English.
Where is Joseph H Schwab's office located?
Joseph H Schwab's office is located at 444 S San Vicente Blvd Ste 800, Los Angeles, CA, 90048.
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Which hospitals is Joseph H Schwab affiliated with?
Joseph H Schwab is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital and Cedars Sinai Medical Center.

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