Orthopedics and Sports Medicine |
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Orthopedics is the branch of medicine that deals with disorders of the bones, joints, muscles, connective tissue and other related structures including ligaments and cartilage.
The new UCSF Orthopaedic Institute treats orthopedic conditions — ranging from disorders of the ankle and foot to hip and knee to spine — and provides comprehensive services in one, fully equipped location.
Specialized clinics and programs include:
Treatments range from simple lifestyle changes to surgery, such as non-invasive "arthroscopic" procedures performed through tiny incisions.
Major surgeries — such as joint replacement of the hip, knee or shoulder are performed in UCSF Medical Center's hospital at Parnassus.
For more information or to make an appointment, please call the Orthopaedic Institute:
| Appointments |
(415) 353-2808 |
| Main Line |
(415) 353-9400 |
| Fax |
(415) 885-3862 |
For other services, call:
See our orthopedic experts on "Medical Mondays" on KRON-TV, channel 4 in San Francisco.
Hear audio interviews with our Sports Medicine experts.
ACL Injuries and Women — The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the most commonly injured ligaments of the knee and interestingly, women are more prone to have ACL tears than men. Hear an interview with Dr. Christina Allen, who talks about ACL injuries in women.
Arthroscopic Surgeries and Joint Repair — Are you bothered by shoulder, knee or hip joint pain? Hear Dr. C. Benjamin Ma, chief of UCSF Sports Medicine, discuss the differences between arthroscopic and traditional surgery.
Cartilage Repair and Regeneration — New procedures are making it easier and less painful to repair and regenerate cartilage. Hear Dr. Hubert Kim, director of the Center for Cartilage Repair and Regeneration, discuss who are candidates for these new treatments and how they're performed.
Dance Injuries — Tendonitis, shin splints and problems with ankles, feet, hips, knees and lower back are common injuries among dancers. Some of these injuries can end a dancer's career. Hear Dr. Nancy Kadel, an orthopedic surgeon and former professional dancer, discuss how treating the early signs of stress and strain can prevent debilitating injuries.
For assistance finding a doctor, please contact:
Reviewed by health care specialists at UCSF Medical Center.
Last updated January 19, 2010
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