Drew Lansdown

MD

Orthopedic surgeon

Dr. Drew Lansdown is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine and surgeries of the knee, shoulder and elbow. He treats a wide range of conditions, including knee ligament injuries, meniscus and other cartilage injuries, rotator cuff tears, shoulder instability, shoulder arthritis, and shoulder and elbow injuries related to throwing. He cares for athletes of all ages and skill levels.

Lansdown performs total shoulder replacements and reverse shoulder replacements, and he is trained in advanced arthroscopic techniques. He also has experience in procedures for knee joint preservation.

Lansdown's research interests include anterior cruciate ligament injuries, rotator cuff tears and cartilage injuries. He studies how to use advanced MRI techniques to improve diagnosis and treatment of knee and shoulder conditions. He reviews articles for numerous medical journals, including the American Journal of Sports Medicine, Journal of Orthopaedic Research and Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery.

Lansdown earned his medical degree at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, graduating with honors. While completing a residency in orthopedic surgery at UCSF, he received the UCSF Exceptional Physician Award. He completed a fellowship in sports medicine and shoulder surgery at Rush University Medical Center.

Lansdown is part of the San Francisco Giants and UCSF Health's partnership to provide players and staff with top-tier medical care and promote community well-being. He has served as an assistant team physician for the Chicago White Sox and Chicago Bulls, and as team physician for high school football teams in both Chicago and the Bay Area. He also co-hosts the podcast "Six to Eight Weeks: Perspectives on Sports Medicine."

  • Education

    University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, 2010

  • Residencies

    UCSF, Orthopedic Surgery, 2016

  • Fellowships

    Rush University Medical Center, Sports Medicine, 2017

  • Board Certifications

    Orthopaedic Surgery, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

  • Academic Title

    Associate Professor

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    My reviews

    4.9

    Overall Experience
    326 Ratings
    About our process
    Dec 27, 2024
    Dr. Lansdown is superb.
    Dec 27, 2024
    Drew Lansdown is not only a skilled physician, he is a lovely person who listens. UCSF is lucky to have someone like him in its staff. Let's keep him for the long term!
    Dec 27, 2024
    Dr.Lansdown is a terrific doctor/surgeon. He cares and has impeccable bedside manner, which we find rare these days. He called to check on our son nightly after surgery and was quick to respond when we had complications.
    Dec 26, 2024
    Dr. Lansdown is an incredible physician, surgeon, & individual who is very skilled, has an outstanding bedside manner & in the midst of a very busy schedule is always there for his patients. Very rare to find doctors like this. He is extremely humble, down to earth, & has the utmost care, regard, & empathy for his patients, gives 150% all the time, answers me on My Chart same day or after hours in the midst of a very busy day. Came to see me in recovery right after surgery & also that night at 8 pm after all his surgeries. Very impressive doctor, surgeon, & human being. A rare situation & he is a role model for all other doctors who should be like him. A shining example in the medical profession. Me rating for him is above very good & more like exemplary & outstanding. His reputation is stellar & he is surrounded by an excellent team also.
    Dec 12, 2024
    Dr. Lansdown was good.
    Dec 06, 2024
    Dr. Lansdown greeted me with a big smile when I walked by him to my room.
    Nov 09, 2024
    Dr. Landsdown took the time to review all the images from my MRI and explained what we're looking at. He asked me how my knee had been feeling after my last visit with him and we discussed how to treat it moving forward.
    Oct 25, 2024
    Drew really cares
    Oct 10, 2024
    Dr Lansdown did a thorough Job with me
    Sep 26, 2024
    Dr Lansdown is the best. I'm learning to be patient with my healing process.
    Sep 15, 2024
    A breath of fresh air
    Sep 14, 2024
    Everything excellent
    Sep 13, 2024
    Great doctor! Took his time with me
    Sep 12, 2024
    Dr. Lansdown is excellent.
    Sep 06, 2024
    Dr. Lansdown is AWESOME!!!
    Aug 14, 2024
    Dr Lansdown has a wonderful bedside manner He is patient and thorough . He has a great attitude and obviously enjoys his profession!
    Aug 13, 2024
    Drew Lansdown is awesome. He listens, explains carefully, he's focused. UCSF is lucky to have someone like him.
    Aug 07, 2024
    Really Enjoy This Practice
    Aug 02, 2024
    Dr. Landsdown is the best doctor. KInd and a great listener.
    Jun 30, 2024
    Dr was better than "very good". He was excellent. He listened beyond my simple questions he also recognized and validated. My concerns by patiently addressing them & checking back to ensure I had sufficient response.
    Jun 28, 2024
    Dr Lansdown was great-in addition to being an excellent surgeon, he is personable and willing to both listen to and take the time needed to answer my many questions. I'd highly recommend him.
    Jun 08, 2024
    Dr. Lansdown and his assistant were attentive and helpful in describing the procedure and answering my (many) questions. Appreciate Dr. Lansdown's down-to-earth communication style.
    May 29, 2024
    Doctor Lansdown was the best
    May 16, 2024
    The doctor as well as the assistant were very understanding , loving and caring.
    May 07, 2024
    Dr,Lansdown is very precitive to his patients needs .
    Apr 05, 2024
    Dr Lansdown is very pleasant. He is very professional. Showed me X-rays of my fracture past/present. I'm very pleased with the care he has provided
    Mar 15, 2024
    Excellent doctor
    Mar 12, 2024
    Doctor Lansdown was very good at listening to my concerns
    Mar 10, 2024
    Dr Lansdown discussed my condition clearly. Elicited and listened to my questions. Discussed and showed me the X-ray for my fracture. Showed an interest in my care. Discussed healing time, physical limitations.
    Jan 05, 2024
    Dr. Lansdowne was very approachable and kind. He made sure to explain things to me clearly.
    Dec 31, 2023
    Dr Lansdown and his ass. Physician were both great! They were informative, they listened, I felt heard and that they cared about my well being. Calm domineer and clear explanation help to alleviate any fears /concerns I had.
    Dec 24, 2023
    Dr. Lansdown is The Best! He consistently takes very good care of our family--my daughter, me, and now my son have all been patients of his. We wouldn't think of going to anyone else.
    Dec 17, 2023
    A friend recommended Dr. Lansdown and I did have a good experience. He had a good summary of what to do now and future options depending on how things go over time. He seemed to cover all options.One thing I did wonder if I have a question before my next appointment in 3 months does he communicate in email ?
    Nov 10, 2023
    Dr. Lansdown is very friendly and listens to my concerns.
    Nov 09, 2023
    Dr. Lansdown is professional and attentive. He always has a smile on his face and a pleasant demeanor.
    Oct 27, 2023
    Good
    Oct 19, 2023
    Dr Lansdown has a compassionate positive personality. We trust him totally
    Oct 13, 2023
    He l showed genuine interest. He listened patiently. He explained things. Great!
    Oct 10, 2023
    Friendly and courteous, directly assessed needs and presented options clearly. Listed well.
    Oct 03, 2023
    Impressed me with his expertise and warmth.
    Sep 15, 2023
    Dr. Lansdown was really informative and he listens and addressed all my concerns. I feel more at ease with my upcoming surgery.
    Sep 08, 2023
    The entire experience was very positive. Everyone expressed appreciation for my completing on line forms. All very courteous and concerned. All aspects on-time and not all rushed.
    Aug 15, 2023
    Most definitely, I would recommend
    Aug 12, 2023
    Dr. Landsdown is great. I'm trying to get a friend who is in the Kaiser program to consult Dr. Landsdown at least for a second opinion.
    Aug 10, 2023
    Dr. Lansdown is a compassionate MD and it shows with listening to his patients. This was crucial for me as I had been to several doctors before him who couldn't help me. Dr. Lansdown spent the time listening and looking thoroughly at my past medical hx.
    Aug 03, 2023
    Dr. Lansdown was very professional and approached and treated my problem with great recommendations and treatment.
    Jul 28, 2023
    I will have to wait till after the procedure to determine whether or not I will recommend this caregiver to others with regards to the procedure to be performed. With that said, the doctor was very informative and respectful.
    Jul 28, 2023
    One of the best Dr's on the planet!
    Jul 09, 2023
    Seems like a very good doctor
    Jun 13, 2023
    Dr Lansdown has such a great positive presence . He explains problems clearly and follows up with solutions. You can tell he really cares !!
    Jun 02, 2023
    Excellent doctor. I am very glad I chose to see hi.
    May 19, 2023
    Professional and thorough Detailed in explanation and following questions
    May 11, 2023
    I would recommend anybody to this hospital. Very well run facility.
    May 08, 2023
    Dr Landsdown is one of the most empathetic providers I've every encountered. He really does seem to care. He answered by boat load of questions, showed me models and CatScan results so I can better understand the procedure. I trust his skills and judgement. I don't feel like I understand much about the post-surgical at home experience and what I can do to prepare for it. Sounds like a lot of that will happen in the hospital, but I feel like I'll be overwhelmed and need to prepare earlier.
    May 04, 2023
    Very professional, personable, and knowledgable
    May 04, 2023
    Never a problem with this department from being making a appointment to Dr Lansdown he's a very good Doctor
    Apr 30, 2023
    I was previously seen by this health care provider and was told I required surgery of both shoulders and X-rays were taken prior to seeing him and they weren't included in my in person visit. Also I mentioned that an MRI is the proper method of determining whether the automobile accident I recently was involved in had caused further complications of which X-rays won't determine this.
    Apr 09, 2023
    Dr. Lansdown is a fantastic surgeon and caregiver. I will highly recommend him to anyone I know who needs support that Dr. Lansdown can support. Dr. Lansdown also helped me with an ongoing issue with a foreign body left in my non-surgery hand by a nurse. The foreign body had nothing to do with Dr. Lansdown's work, and is in no way his fault. However, he recognized my concern and helped me get further support.
    Apr 02, 2023
    The doctor well explained the procedure he would recommend, but not much discussion of alternatives. I am reading up on these on line. I have scheduled surgery (that person was helpful), but I don't know what to do next. How will I dress? How do I sleep sitting up? I'm reading up on this with useful information from the Mayo Clinic and Stanford websites, but what do I need to know from UCSF? I have great faith in Dr Landsdown. I just don't know all the details of what I'm committing to or when I'll know that
    Mar 02, 2023
    All was explained very clearly to me.

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