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Orthopedic Services

Chronically painful joints and muscle injuries can stop you from participating in the activities you love. In the Sutter Health network, 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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Featured Services

  • Back and Spine
  • Foot and Ankle
  • Hand, Wrist and Elbow
  • Hip
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee
  • Pediatric Orthopedics
  • Shoulder
  • Sports Medicine
  • Tendon and Ligament Repair
  • Trauma

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 USA Olympic Track and Field team.

Special Programs

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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.

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

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Have a question about bone, muscle or joint problems? Ask our experts!

Patient Stories

As Luck — and a Good Treatment Plan — Would Have It

David's diabetic ulcer treatment had not been healing his wound. Physicians recommended amputating his foot before he visited the Wound Care Clinic.

Two New Hips Keep Mike Nick Active

After two hip replacements, Mike Nick is more active than ever.

Shoulder Surgery Keeps Man Hang Gliding

Although doctors had advised Eves to quit hang gliding, the man who holds a world’s record for hang-gliding flights would not hear of it.

Master Gardener Returns to One of Her Great Joys

Years kneeling over the flower beds had finally taken its toll. With three disintegrating lumbar discs, Gillian reached out for help.

Surgeries Help 71-year-old Woman Ride Motorcycle

A 71-year-old woman is still riding her Harley-Davidson® motorcycle despite having hip replacement surgery.

Surgery for Spondylolysis Relieves Athlete's Back Pain

Jaime Sconberg is no stranger to the world of competitive athletics, or to the hospital operating room. Back surgery has helped her keep moving.

New Hip Lets Father Be a Dad Again

At age 45, Shahnam Davani’s hip pain prevented him from playing with his young son. After a hip replacement at CPMC, he’s an active dad again.

Shoulder Surgery Repairs Coach's Shredded Rotator Cuffs

After 25 years of playing and coaching rugby, Justin Prichard found that his shoulders had taken a severe beating. His rotator cuffs were shredded.

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Musculoskeletal Disorders Research

Sutter Health 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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Doctor Profiles

The following doctors are part of the Sutter Health network. Learn about the doctors on this site.
John H. Welborn, Jr., M.D.

John H. Welborn, Jr., M.D.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Peter Slabaugh, M.D.

Peter Slabaugh, M.D.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

James D. Spiegel, M.D.

James D. Spiegel, M.D.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Nuvpreet S. Bhandal, M.D.

Nuvpreet S. Bhandal, M.D.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Sports Medicine

Robert D. Jamieson, D.O.

Robert D. Jamieson, D.O.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Dirk Diefendorf, M.D.

Dirk Diefendorf, M.D.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Sports Medicine

Laura N. Sciaroni, M.D.

Laura N. Sciaroni, M.D.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Patrick Osgood, M.D.

Patrick Osgood, M.D.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Roberto (Bobby) Diaz, M.D.

Roberto (Bobby) Diaz, M.D.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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