363 Orthopedic Surgeons Found in La Mesa, CA

We found 363 Orthopedic Surgeons available in La Mesa, CA with an average 4 stars across 4,611 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 154 Orthopedic Surgeons listed are accepting new patients and 135 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Michael Klassen, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
Provided follow-up after the visit
1 Award
37 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Monterey, CA
Michael Klassen, MD, FAAOS in Monterey, California, specializes in orthopaedic surgery and sports medicine. View Profile

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Dr. Michael Klassen, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
Provided follow-up after the visit
1 Award
37 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Monterey, CA
Michael Klassen, MD, FAAOS in Monterey, California, specializes in orthopaedic surgery and sports medicine. View Profile

Dr. Scott Alan Hacker, MD

Sports Medicine
29 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA0.5 mi
"I feel truly blessed to have been referred to Dr Hacker for my knee replacement surgery." View Profile

Dr. Brooke Laura Ballard, MD

Hand Surgery
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA0.7 mi
"So my review for Dr Brooke Ballard would be summed up she is an excellent surgeon she made me feel safe she cared about my concerns she let me know if my options up front." View Profile

Dr. Enass Nader Rickards, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
33 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA0.5 mi
Dr. Enass Nader Rickards, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and San Diego, CA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Peter Bagley Hanson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
40 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA0.5 mi
"i loved his bedside manner and his brains. Most Definitely would recommend!" View Profile

Dr. Anthony Gerard Sanzone, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
35 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA0.5 mi
Dr. Anthony Gerard Sanzone, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in Chula Vista, CA and San Diego, CA(and 10 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Steven Richard Allsing, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
33 years exp
La Mesa, CA0.5 mi
"Years of living with RA, the hips were bone on bone in so much pain." View Profile

Dr. Eric Robert Horton, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
36 years exp
La Mesa, CA0.5 mi
"Dr. Horton helped me with a complex leg problem (knee and ankle) when nobody else could. He is the best doc and surgeon I have ever had. I would Rec to anyone." View Profile

Dr. Louis Joseph Levy, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
54 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA0.8 mi
"I have had two surgeries with Dr. Levy and both were completely successful. They both had the best possible outcomes. I have recommended him to several other people." View Profile

Dr. William H. Baumgartl, MD

Pain Medicine
39 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA0.5 mi
Dr. William H. Baumgartl, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in Las Vegas, NV and Castro Valley, CA(and 5 other locations). View Profile

Dr. James Eric Bates, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
36 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA0.5 mi
"I saw Dr Bates for a botched foot surgery and he gave me very good direction. Then I had him do the fix on my other foot and he took care of things so totally differently." View Profile

Dr. Alan Lyle Rosenfield, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
38 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA0.8 mi
Dr. Alan Lyle Rosenfield, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in Chula Vista, CA and Chula Vista, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Thomas Francis Moyad, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
La Mesa, CA0.5 mi
"Caring, Professional, Knowledgable and Listens Well" View Profile

Dr. Ben Dubois, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
28 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA0.5 mi
"He did shoulder surgery for me in 2015. My shoulder was a hot mess. I went in a few days ago for a new separate elbow issue. Really a Great doctor. A+" View Profile

Dr. Steven Tradonsky

Orthopedic Surgery
44 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA0.5 mi
Dr. Steven Tradonsky is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and Chula Vista, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Robert Hyun Cho, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
22 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Beverly Hills, CA
"One of the best people on the planet!!" View Profile

Dr. Joel James Smith, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
35 years exp
La Mesa, CA0.5 mi
"This is my second fracture he is treating and I wouldn’t go anywhere else." View Profile

Dr. Hans Johannes Anderson, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery
54 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA0.8 mi
"Great Doctor and Very Personable!" View Profile

Dr. John Glenn Finkenberg, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery
42 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA0.5 mi
Dr. John Glenn Finkenberg, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and Coronado, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Ralph Erik Rynning, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
24 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA0.5 mi

Dr. John William Miles, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
43 years exp
La Mesa, CA0.5 mi
"Great doctor with a highly competent staff." View Profile

Dr. James Patrick Tasto, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
61 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA0.5 mi
Dr. James Patrick Tasto, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and San Diego, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Mark David Jacobson, MD

Hand Surgery
37 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA0.5 mi
"Dr. Jacobson made me feel very much at ease...( or was that the Xanax I took before I went there???ð???) He explained everything to me in lay terms....very nice dr.!!!" View Profile

Dr. Philip John Krueger, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
24 years exp
La Mesa, CA0.5 mi
Dr. Philip John Krueger, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in Arroyo Grande, CA and Santa Maria, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Michael Patton Kimball, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
40 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA0.5 mi
"Very happy with Dr. Kimball. It is obvious that he puts a great deal of thought into "next steps" rather than giving brash knee-jerk quick conclusions." View Profile

Dr. Bradford Hugh Stiles, MD

Family Medicine
37 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA0.5 mi
Dr. Bradford Hugh Stiles, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and Coronado, CA(and 5 other locations). View Profile

Dr. William Lon Lukavsky, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
La Mesa, CA0.5 mi
"Had ORIF left ankle 1984. Think of Bill often with thanks for a wonderful job. I have no pain, swelling or signs of traumatic arthritis." View Profile

Dr. Roman B Cham, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
49 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA0.5 mi
Dr. Roman B Cham, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with another office in La Mesa, CA. He has 49 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Andrew Eliot Yoo, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
10 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA0.5 mi
"Dr. Andrew Yoo completed a robotically assisted total knee replacement on my right knee almost 7 weeks ago at Sharp Grossmont Hospital." View Profile

Dr. Darren Drew Thomas, MD

Hand Surgery
19 years exp
La Mesa, CA0.5 mi
Dr. Darren Drew Thomas, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in La Mesa, CA and PORTLAND, OR. He has 19 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. John Russell Lake

Orthopedic Surgery
60 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA0.5 mi
Dr. John Russell Lake is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with another office in La Mesa, CA. He has 60 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Thomas Detienne Petersen, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
62 years exp
La Mesa, CA1.5 mi
Dr. Thomas Detienne Petersen, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA. They have 62 years of experience. Their specialties include Orthopedic Surgery. View Profile

Dr. Matthew Charles Shillito, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
1 Award
18 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA2.5 mi
"Pleasant smile, answered all my questions." View Profile

Dr. Michael Alexander Sirota, MD

Hand Surgery
1 Award
19 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA2.5 mi
"It's a pleasure to have him like my doctor!" View Profile

Dr. David James Burnikel, MD

Sports Medicine
1 Award
20 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA2.5 mi
"Dr. Burnikel was amazing throughout my whole treatment process." View Profile

Dr. Mark Schultzel, MD

Sports Medicine
1 Award
17 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA8.8 mi
"I had shoulder labrum repair surgery (my first surgery ever) in summer 2025 after 10–15 years of shoulder pain, and I was cleared earlier this year." View Profile

Dr. David William Fabi, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
22 years exp
San Diego, CA8.8 mi
"Dr Fabi and his staff are exceptional. Smart, knowledgeable, compassionate. Had total knee replacement. So far making great recovery. Very grateful!!" View Profile

Dr. Ramin Raiszadeh, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
28 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA2.6 mi
Dr. Ramin Raiszadeh, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in Escondido, CA and El Centro, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Larry David Dodge, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
46 years exp
San Diego, CA8.8 mi
"Dr. Larry Dodge has been my doctor for several years. He is incredibly knowledgeable, kind, humble, a great listener and an outstanding Orthopedist. " View Profile

Dr. Richard Myron Braun, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
68 years exp
San Diego, CA2.8 mi
"A more charming person I have not met! Personable caring knowledgeable and highly recommended. Thank You, Ricky Grasser" View Profile

Dr. Maneesh Bawa, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
26 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA8.6 mi
"Saw P.A. today. Was quick but thorough after viewing X-rays with Me. Office staff was Great" View Profile

Dr. Scot Alan Youngblood, MD

Foot & Ankle Surgery
1 Award
29 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA2.5 mi
"I had broken a fibula bone in January. And Dr. Youngblood was listening and not judging and cared about my concerns." View Profile

Dr. Joseph John Jankiewicz, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
41 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA7.6 mi
"Dr. Jankiewicz repaired both my hips through hip resurfacing in 2010 and I have been a new man ever since." View Profile

Dr. Jeremy McCandless

Orthopedic Surgery
22 years exp
San Diego, CA8.8 mi
"Dr. M is very generous with his time and his knowledge. He has a great bedside manner and is an exceptional listener." View Profile

Dr. Harish Sadanand Hosalkar, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
31 years exp
Accepting New Patients
National City, CA7.3 mi
Dr. Harish Sadanand Hosalkar, MD is a health care provider primarily located in National City, CA, with other offices in National City, CA and San Diego, CA(and 6 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Franz John Kopp, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
28 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA8.5 mi
"Dr. Kopp is a super specialist at his profession and a wonderful and kind doctor at that." View Profile

Dr. Andrew Philip Hartman, MD

Hand Surgery
28 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA9.0 mi
"i am appreciate Dr. Hartman to charm away my left hand stenosing tenosynovitis pain." View Profile

Dr. Steven Copp, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA8.6 mi
Dr. Steven Copp, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with another office in La Jolla, CA. He has 43 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Nithin C Reddy, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
28 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA5.0 mi
Dr. Nithin C Reddy, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and San Diego, CA. He has 28 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Steven Eric Horowitz, DO

Family Medicine
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA5.0 mi
"Best doctor I ever had. He cares about you." View Profile

Dr. Norman Kane, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
53 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA8.5 mi
Dr. Norman Kane, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in Oceanside, CA and Carlsbad, CA(and 8 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Karimdad Amir Otarodifard, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
17 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA5.0 mi
"Had a complex shoulder socket fracture that ended up requiring major surgery, and hadn't been tended to timely due to delays experienced initially pursuing through the VA." View Profile

Dr. David Gordon Levinsohn, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
40 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA8.5 mi
Dr. David Gordon Levinsohn, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and Quincy, IL(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Michael Arthur Flippin, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
26 years exp
San Diego, CA5.0 mi
Dr. Michael Arthur Flippin, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and San Diego, CA. He has 26 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Richard Felice Santore, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
51 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA8.7 mi
"Dr. Santore’s surgical consultation clarified complex hip replacement surgery that put my mind at ease." View Profile

Dr. Kristopher Lee Downing, MD

Hand Surgery
22 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA8.5 mi
"Dr. Downing did my shoulder surgery a year ago after an accident. He is a compassionate and caring man, skillful surgeon, a teacher that uses the latest technology." View Profile

Dr. Harbinder Singh Chadha, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
35 years exp
Accepting New Patients
National City, CA7.3 mi
"He was the ONLY Doctor to explain in detail what is wrong with my bones. Very kind & sensitive to my feelings. I would recommend Dr. Harbinder to everyone I know." View Profile

Dr. Choll Wan Kim, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
30 years exp
Accepting New Patients
San Diego, CA8.6 mi
Dr. Choll Wan Kim, MD is a health care provider primarily located in San Diego, CA. He has 30 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Yong Ryong Kwon, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
23 years exp
Accepting New Patients
El Cajon, CA2.3 mi
"Great doctor , truly cares about his patients. He did total knee replacement on me and repaired dislocated knee cap and derangement . Everything came out great" View Profile

Dr. Alexandra Elizabeth Page, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
34 years exp
San Diego, CA5.0 mi

What is an Orthopedic Surgeon and How Can They Help You?

An orthopedic surgeon diagnoses and surgically treats musculoskeletal system disorders affecting bones, joints, soft tissues, and connective structures. These surgeons restore mobility and alleviate pain from injuries, degenerative conditions, and structural abnormalities.

Orthopedic surgeons complete medical school and a five-year orthopedic surgery residency. Many pursue subspecialty fellowship training in athletic medicine, joint reconstruction, spinal surgery, hand surgery, or pediatric orthopedics.

An Orthopedic Surgeon's practice includes:

  • Specializes in skeletal structures, articulations, soft tissues, and musculoskeletal mechanics
  • Assesses patients, orders imaging, diagnoses musculoskeletal pathology, provides operative and conservative management
  • Treats skeletal fractures, degenerative joint disease, athletic trauma, vertebral disorders, articular problems, and skeletal neoplasms
  • Performs arthroplasty, arthroscopic procedures, fracture fixation, immobilization, therapeutic injections, and rehabilitation
  • Also known as: orthopedic specialist, bone surgeon, musculoskeletal surgeon, MD, DO

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best way to search for an Orthopedic Surgeon in La Mesa who accepts my health insurance?
Navigate to the insurance filter located at the top of the search page and select your health plan. This will display only Orthopedic Surgeons in La Mesa who are in-network with your carrier. For additional confirmation, visit each doctor's profile or reach out to their office by phone.
Where can I find Orthopedic Surgeons in La Mesa who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Orthopedic Surgeons providing telehealth services in La Mesa. Check each doctor's profile for video visit options and online scheduling availability. You may also call their office to set up a remote consultation.
What's the easiest way to locate highly-rated Orthopedic Surgeons in La Mesa?
Use the "Ratings" filter at the top of the search page to filter results by the average star rating. Browse individual profiles to see patient reviews and ratings in detail. When comparing Orthopedic Surgeons, look at both the average star rating and how many patients have submitted reviews.
Is it possible to schedule a same-day visit with an Orthopedic Surgeon in La Mesa?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in La Mesa. If you don't see same-day openings listed online, try calling their office—walk-in times may be available that don't appear on the website.
Which Orthopedic Surgeons in La Mesa have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in La Mesa. This helps you find an Orthopedic Surgeon that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Orthopedic Surgeons in La Mesa without calling?
Search for Orthopedic Surgeons who have "Book Online" or "Request Now" options on their profiles. Click these buttons to access online appointment scheduling. If a provider doesn't offer web-based booking, their phone number will be available for traditional scheduling.
How do I locate an Orthopedic Surgeon in La Mesa with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Orthopedic Surgeons in La Mesa. This helps you find providers with non-traditional availability. For the most accurate information about extended availability, call the office directly.
How do I leave feedback about my appointment with an Orthopedic Surgeon in La Mesa?
Go to your doctor's profile page and click the "Leave a Review" button or link. You can share your rating and write about your experience. Patient reviews like yours help others in the community choose the right Orthopedic Surgeon.
How can I locate an Orthopedic Surgeon in La Mesa who is fluent in my preferred language?
Review the language information displayed on individual profiles for Orthopedic Surgeons. If this information isn't available online, contact the office directly to ask about the doctor's language capabilities or whether interpreters are available.
How do I search for an Orthopedic Surgeon in La Mesa who works at a particular hospital or medical center?
Check the "Hospital Affiliation" and "Locations" sections on each provider's profile to see where Orthopedic Surgeons practice. You can also enter a specific hospital or medical group name into the search tool to find Orthopedic Surgeons who work there.

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