Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Trust your orthopedic care to some of the nation’s top specialists.
Why Choose UCLA Health for Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
If you’re dealing with joint pain, a lingering injury or a condition affecting how you move, UCLA Health can help. We listen to your concerns and build a plan to reduce pain, restore mobility and help you stay active.
Orthopedic services at UCLA Health address the full range of joint, bone and muscle conditions, from everyday aches to complex injuries. Our orthopedic specialists focus on preventing and treating activity-related injuries so you can move with confidence at any age.
Types of Care
We diagnose and treat a wide range of orthopedic and sports medicine injuries and conditions, including:
Not sure which orthopedic specialist you need to see? Call 310-319-1234 and we’ll help you decide.
Find Your Care
Call to schedule an appointment with an orthopedic expert.
Orthopedic Walk-In Clinic
Our Orthopedic Walk-In Clinic is available for patients with new injuries affecting a bone, joint, tendon or muscle that require urgent orthopedic care. The Santa Monica Orthopedic Walk-In Clinic is open weekdays from 11 am to 7 pm.
Official Team Doctors
Highlights of Our Program
Partner to elite athletes
We are the official medical partners of the Los Angeles Dodgers, Lakers, Chargers and Sparks, as well as team physicians for USA Basketball and UCLA Athletics.
Surgical excellence
We maintain excellent outcomes, even for rare or complex cases. Our minimally invasive techniques result in less pain and faster recovery.
Nationally recognized services
U.S. News & World Report ranked UCLA Health No. 9 in the country for orthopedic care.
History of caring for our community
Our research gives you early access to leading-edge advancements, such as orthobiologics and ultrasound-guided procedures.
Leadership
UCLA Health is home to fellowship programs in sports medicine, joint replacement, spine care and hand surgery.
Innovations in care
We collaborate with top programs nationwide to explore new treatments for common conditions like osteoarthritis.
Programs and Services
We provide comprehensive care, including diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and preventive services to help you move and feel better.
Orthopedic services
Our team includes orthopedic experts specializing in areas such as spine care, joint replacement, hand surgery and pediatric care. Many people get better with nonsurgical treatments, such as physical therapy or injections. If you do need surgery, you're in expert hands.
Our orthopedic experts run many specialized programs to bring you targeted care.
Sports medicine
Sports medicine doctors focus on injuries and conditions related to physical activity. They help you recover and avoid future problems. For severe injuries, orthopedic experts specializing in reconstructive surgery help you get back to doing what you love.
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At UCLA Health, you get orthopedic care from some of the nation’s top experts. Trust us to deliver effective, research-driven orthopedic treatment, surgery and sports medicine.
Contact Us
Call to reach an orthopedic expert. For new and urgent injuries, you may be able to access same-day care through our Santa Monica Orthopedic Walk-In Clinic.