S. Kevin Nayar, M.D.

S. Kevin Nayar, M.D., is a board-certified Harvard and Johns Hopkins–trained orthopedic surgeon with subspecialty training in hand/wrist, elbow and shoulder surgery. He offers specialized diagnostics, non-operative treatment, and surgery for a wide array of upper extremity conditions.

Dr. Nayar treats a wide variety of conditions, including, but not limited to: hand/wrist, elbow, and shoulder sports injuries, arthritis, trauma, joint replacement, and arthroscopy; peripheral nerve pathology; microsurgery; pediatrics; and general orthopedic trauma. He treats all of his patients as he would treat his own family and helps them arrive at highly personalized plans. As one who has taken care of several of his own family members following surgery, he understands how hard the process can be. He has treated athletes at all levels–from youth leagues and high school to former and current members of the NFL, NBA, and MLB, among other major professional sports leagues.

Further, he always seeks the most contemporary care and practice for his patients by staying educated on current research trends and novel therapeutics. He has co-authored over 60 peer-reviewed journal articles and has presented over a hundred presentations, papers, and book chapters both at regional and national conferences, earning multiple awards of distinction in the process. Dr. Nayar also serves as a consultant reviewer for multiple orthopedic journals as well as biomedical companies.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, Grinnell Community Meal, Baltimore Rescue Mission, Multiple mission trips

In his free time, Kevin loves traveling with his wife, a Bay Area native. He enjoys guitar, cooking, hiking, tennis, golf, and basketball and has recently discovered a newfound passion for amateur skiing and surfing.

Sports Medicine