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Dr. Christian Heywood, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 49
Dr. Christian Heywood, MD
4.8 (53 Ratings)

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Dr. Christian Heywood, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 49
Capitola, CA
Accepting new patients
21 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Christian Heywood, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Capitola, CA.

About

Dr. Heywood graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences. Dr. Christian Heywood, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Capitola, CA and has 21 years experience. Dr. Heywood currently practices at Golden State Orthopedics & Spine - Capitola and are affiliated with Watsonville Community Hospital and Dominican Hospital. Dr. Heywood has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain, Hip Sprain and Shoulder Impingement Syndrome among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Heywood received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 53 times. Dr. Heywood's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Heywood also speaks Spanish. Dr. Heywood is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Joint Pain
Hip Sprain
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Joint Pain
Hip Sprain
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Joint Pain
Hip Sprain
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Meniscus Tear
Broken Arm
Knee Sprain
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Shoulder Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Clavicle Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Sprain
Ganglion Cyst
Genu Valgum
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hip Fracture
Hip Osteophyte
Hip Tendinitis
Humerus Fracture
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Radiculopathy
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sacral Fracture
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Osteophyte
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Tibial Fracture
ACL Surgery
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hip Arthroscopy
Hip Labral Repair
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Peripheral Nerve Block
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Impingement
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Bone Cancer
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Cerebral Palsy
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Osteophyte
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Stress Fracture
Foot And Ankle Osteophyte
Foot Fracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Genu Varum
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Heel Spur
Herniated Disc
Hip Dysplasia
Hip Impingement
Hip Pointer
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Medial Epicondylitis
Muscle Cramping
Myelopathy
Neck Muscle Strain
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Ottos Pelvis
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Pellegrini-Stieda Syndrome
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hip
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Shoulder
Rib Fracture
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Snapping Hip
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tenosynovitis
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Ankle Arthroscopy
Biceps Tendon Repair
Bursal Drainage
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Dislocation Open Reduction
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Repair
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand Tendon Repair
Hip Dislocation
Joint Drainage
Knee Dislocation Treatment
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Partial Knee Replacement
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Separated Shoulder Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Replacement Revision
Synovial Biopsy
Tommy John Surgery
Total Hip Replacement
Total Shoulder Replacement
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 Golden State Orthopedics & Spine - Capitola
    4140 Jade St Ste 100, Capitola, CA 95010
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    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Heywood
4.8
Based on 53 Reviews
5 Stars (49)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (1)

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Nov 16, 2023
Dr Heywood is great, I highly recommend him to anyone who needs an orthopedic dr.
N8 — Nov 16, 2023
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences
    2003
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Christian Heywood, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Heywood's profile.

Dr. Heywood frequently treats the following conditions: Joint Pain, Hip Sprain and Shoulder Impingement Syndrome. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Christian Heywood, MD is affiliated with Watsonville Community Hospital and Dominican Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Christian Heywood, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Watsonville Community Hospital

    75 Nielson St, Watsonville, CA

  • Dominican Hospital

    1555 Soquel Dr, Santa Cruz, CA