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Dr. David Burnikel, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 45
Dr. David Burnikel, MD
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Dr. David Burnikel, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA.
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Dr. David Burnikel, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 45
San Diego, CA
Accepting new patients
Dr. David Burnikel, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA.

About

Dr. Burnikel graduated from Temple University and completed a residency at Oshsner Clinic. Dr. David Burnikel, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA. Dr. Burnikel currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital. Dr. Burnikel has experience treating conditions like Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear, Knee Sprain and Meniscus Tear among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Burnikel received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 37 times. Dr. Burnikel's office accepts new patients. Dr. Burnikel is board certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Knee Sprain
Meniscus Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Knee Sprain
Meniscus Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Knee Sprain
Meniscus Tear
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Ligament Tears
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Steroid Injection
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Bursitis
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Chondromalacia
Difficulty With Walking
Gait Abnormality
Genu Valgum
Genu Varum
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Joint Pain
Knee Tendinitis
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Tendonitis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sciatica
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Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Tenosynovitis
ACL Surgery
Arthrocentesis
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Meniscectomy
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Broken Arm
Broken Neck
Bunion
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Fracture
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Heel Spur
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Osteophyte
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Humerus Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Knee Osteophyte
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lupus
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Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Piriformis Syndrome
Plantar Fasciitis
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Radiculopathy
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Scapular Fracture
Scoliosis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Fracture
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Tibial Fracture
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arm Surgery
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Carpal Tunnel Release
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Repair
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement Revision
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Dislocation Treatment
Knee Replacement Revision
Knee Surgery
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Partial Knee Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
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
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Replacement Revision
Somatic Nerve Block
Synovial Biopsy
Trigger Finger Release
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • UC Medicare with Prescription Drugs-CA PPO
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Health Net
  • Cigna
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • United Healthcare
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
  • Health Premier
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Humana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
  • Aetna
  • Blue Shield of California

Locations

  1. 1 James P Tasto MD Inc
    6719 Alvarado Rd Ste 200, San Diego, CA 92120
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 229-3932
    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
  2. 2 Coast Surgery Center
    3444 Kearny Villa Rd Ste 100, San Diego, CA 92123
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 268-3566
  3. 3 Grossmont Hospital Corporation
    5555 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (610) 740-6000
  4. 4 Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group Inc
    5525 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 740-4561

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Burnikel
4.6
Based on 37 Reviews
5 Stars (31)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (3)

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Aug 07, 2024
Dr. Burnikel is very profesional in discussing symptoms to properly address issues with my shoulders. I feel confident that I am in the best care for any treatment needed!
Laura Garcia — Aug 07, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Temple University
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Oshsner Clinic
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • New England Baptist Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. Burnikel communicate via email?
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. David Burnikel, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Burnikel's profile.

Dr. Burnikel frequently treats the following conditions: Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear, Knee Sprain and Meniscus Tear. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. David Burnikel, MD is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital.

Yes, Dr. David Burnikel, MD holds board certification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Sharp Grossmont Hospital

    5555 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA