Arthritis and Joint Replacement Center
Orthopedic surgeons at the UCSF Arthritis and Joint Replacement Center provide a wide range of treatments for patients with traumatic, degenerative or inflammatory joint diseases. Treatment ranges from bracing and physical therapy to surgery – including joint replacement – and is tailored to best fit your age, condition and lifestyle. A patient educator and a patient advocate make sure that you and your family are fully informed and your care is personalized, comprehensive and convenient.
Our locations
Our team
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Jeff Barry
MD
Orthopedic surgeon -
Stefano Bini
MD
Orthopedic surgeon -
Carlotta Cavazos
PA
Physician assistant -
Julie Cragholm
PA-C, MA
Physician assistant -
Erik Hansen
MD
Orthopedic surgeon -
Becky Hwang
MS, PA
Physician assistant -
Hubert Kim
MD, PhD
Orthopedic surgeon -
C. Benjamin Ma
MD
Orthopedic surgeon -
Thomas Parker Vail
MD
Orthopedic surgeon -
Derek Ward
MD
Orthopedic surgeon
Clinical trials
Awards & recognition
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Best hospital in Northern California
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Best in Northern California for orthopedics
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Ranked No. 4 in the nation for orthopedics
Support services
Plan your visit
International Services
If you live in another country and are coming to UCSF for medical
treatment, our patient liaisons can help coordinate all aspects of your visit.
Interpreters
UCSF offers language services at no charge for patients with limited
English, as well as for patients who are deaf or have trouble hearing.
Hospital Stays
Checking into the hospital? Find helpful information by clicking on the relevant “Your Hospital Stay” booklet: Mission Bay, Parnassus or Mount
Zion.
Your Doctor Visit
See our top 10 tips for making your UCSF doctor’s appointment as stress-free and productive as possible.
Learn moreWhat to Bring
- Photo I.D.
- Health insurance card
- Insurance authorization, if required
- Doctor's referral, if required
- Recent test results related to your condition
- List of your medications, including dosages, plus any you're allergic to
- List of questions you may have
- Device or paper for taking notes
Our research initiatives
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UCSF Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Research
The UCSF Department of Orthopaedic Surgery has several research programs dedicated to investigating different areas of musculoskeletal health care, such as hip, knee and spine surgery.
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