Orthopedics

We provide nonsurgical and surgical treatments for orthopedic injuries and conditions, helping you heal and regain mobility.

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Why choose UCSF Health for orthopedic care?

At UCSF Health, we provide expert orthopedic care tailored to your needs, including spine care, sports medicine, joint replacement surgery and arthritis therapies.

Whether you have an injury or chronic joint pain, our orthopedic specialists offer nonsurgical and surgical treatments to get you back to your regular activities.

  • Tailored treatments

    We provide personalized orthopedic care, including nonsurgical and surgical options, for a range of orthopedic conditions — from routine to complex.

  • Top rankings

    U.S. News & World Report ranks UCSF Health as a top hospital in the nation for orthopedic care.

  • Expert providers

    Our specialists are at the forefront of new orthopedic advances and treatments. We are leaders in our field, setting the standards for orthopedic care.

  • Specialty clinics

    Our Bay Area orthopedic specialty clinics provide advanced, targeted care for specific musculoskeletal conditions and injuries.

  • Musculoskeletal research

    We lead innovative research to improve musculoskeletal care and patient outcomes.

  • Data-informed care

    Our team tracks patient outcomes and uses that data to improve care and treatment plans.

  • Collaborative team

    Experts from multiple specialties work together to optimize your care and recovery to help you feel your best.

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Our orthopedic services

At UCSF Health, you receive personalized care from providers with expertise in the condition or injury you have. Our experienced team includes:

  • Orthopedic surgeons

  • Physiatrists (physical medicine specialists)

  • Sports medicine physicians

  • Women's sports medicine specialists

  • Pediatric orthopedic surgeons

  • Spine specialists

We use the latest diagnostics, including electrodiagnostic testing, to help us create a tailored care plan and track your progress.

Orthopedic care we provide

Your care plan may include:

  • Sports medicine services. Sports medicine providers care for athletes of all ages and skill levels. We treat injuries with a customized care plan that helps you recover quickly and prevent re-injury.

  • Spine care. Our world-renowned spine specialists offer effective treatments with outstanding outcomes. You receive complete spine care, including top-tier diagnostic imaging, pain management, physical therapy and surgery.

  • Orthotics and prosthetics. We offer custom prosthetics (artificial limbs) and orthotics (limb supports) to keep you moving and active.

  • Orthopedic surgery. Our skilled orthopedic surgeons use minimally invasive techniques, which typically lead to less scarring and a quicker recovery. We routinely perform complex bone, joint and ligament surgeries, helping you regain mobility.

  • Orthopedic oncology care. Our surgical oncologists diagnose and treat benign (noncancerous) and malignant (cancerous) bone and soft tissue tumors.

  • Foot and ankle services. Our experts diagnose and treat foot and ankle problems with nonsurgical and surgical treatments, including custom orthotics.

  • Upper extremity care. You receive targeted care from providers specializing in conditions affecting the hands, wrists, elbows, arms and shoulders.

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    Award-winning orthopedic care

    Our commitment to providing excellent patient care has earned us top accolades.

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    UCSF Health helps people affected by limb loss regain mobility and stay active. We offer community clinics, such as adaptive yoga, swimming and climbing for amputee athletes of all skill levels.
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    Kid-focused orthopedic care

    Pediatric specialists treat orthopedic concerns in kids of all ages, from newborns to young adults.
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