Summary

Dr. Kathryn Tift specializes in orthopedic surgery, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. She earned her medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and has dedicated two decades to helping patients recover from bone and joint injuries. Dr. Tift is fluent in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, allowing her to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Tift practices at multiple locations in Fountain Valley, California, including Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center and UCI Health Fountain Valley. She treats conditions such as arm fractures, joint pain, and wrist fractures. Her expertise includes performing extremity X-rays and spinal X-rays to diagnose orthopedic conditions. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 20 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish, Vietnamese
  • TULANE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
  • 9 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Kathryn Caldwell Perkins Tift has 3 locations

Coastline Orthopaedic Associates

8700 Warner Ave Ste 140Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Uci Health Fountain Valley

17100 Euclid StFountain Valley, CA 92708

Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center

9920 Talbert AveFountain Valley, CA 92708

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4.7 
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20 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish, Vietnamese Speaks English
Fountain Valley , CALong Beach , CAMonterey , CAEncino , CA
Med School: TULANE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA Med School: Marian Universitys Tom And Julie Wood College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kathryn Caldwell Perkins Tift

  • Accepts Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kathryn Caldwell Perkins Tift has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kathryn Caldwell Perkins Tift has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

Dr. Kathryn Caldwell Perkins Tift holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from TULANE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 2007 and Tulane University School Of Medicine in 2006.

NPI Number

Dr. Perkins Tift's NPI number is 1831382662.

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Dr. Kathryn Perkins Tift is affiliated with Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center and Uci Health Fountain Valley.
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Dr. Kathryn Perkins Tift's office is located at 8700 Warner Ave Ste 140, Fountain Valley, CA, 92708.

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