---
title: "Santa Cruz, CA Orthopedists | Sutter Health Doctors"
description: "Looking for Orthopedists in Santa Cruz, CA? Find doctors and clinicians at Sutter Health you can trust for compassionate, personalized care."
url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-doctor/city/santa-cruz/orthopedists-1042266209"
---

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5.  Orthopedists

# Orthopedists in Santa Cruz, CA

Our orthopedic surgery team in Santa Cruz, CA at Sutter Health includes doctors, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants who provide the same high-quality care.

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