Alta Bates Summit Orthopedic Services

Chronically painful joints and muscle injuries can stop you from participating in the activities you love. At Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, orthopedic surgeons and sports medicine experts work with you to heal damage, reduce pain and prevent future problems so you can get back in the game.

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Advanced Orthopedic Care

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Sutter’s network of 400 orthopedic and sports medicine experts perform more than 10,000 orthopedic procedures a year, placing us among the most experienced providers in Northern California.

We cover the full range of orthopedic procedures including:

ACL reconstruction
Carpal tunnel procedures
Ankle surgery
Hip replacement and hip resurfacing
Knee replacement
Shoulder arthroscopy

We’re also home to nationally acclaimed sports medicine doctors who work with athletes of all levels to treat injuries and boost performance. Experts in the Sutter Health network have served as team doctors and consultants for professional teams including the Oakland Raiders, San Jose Earthquakes, Golden State Warriors, San Francisco Giants, San Francisco Ballet and the Olympic Track and Field team.

Helpful Resources

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Patient Information

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The Joint Commission

Alta Bates Summit Medical Center received the Gold Seal of Approval Certification for hip joint replacement and knee joint replacement in 2017.

Special Programs

Rehab and Injury Prevention Programs

Preventing or recovering from injuries can be a multi-step process, from conditioning to rehabilitation. Our rehab and sports medicine programs offer services like nutrition counseling, fitness assessments, sport-specific training, concussion clinics, physical therapy and more.

Education and Support

Classes and Events

Find nearby options for arthritis, osteoporosis, injury prevention and more.

Bone, Joint and Muscle Health

See the latest on preventing injury, managing pain and staying strong.

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Ask an Expert

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Musculoskeletal Disorders Research

Musculoskeletal disorders are injuries or pain in the body's joints, ligaments, muscles, nerves, tendons and other structures that support the arms, legs, neck and back. Specific disorders include such things as carpal tunnel syndrome, epicondylitis and tendinitis. It can also include cuts and fractures due to accidents. Research in this area seeks to improve the treatment of disorders and the prevention of accidents, especially in the work environment.

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