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Dr. Joel Smith, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 60
Dr. Joel Smith, MD
3.5 (18 Ratings)

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Dr. Joel Smith, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 60
Chula Vista, CA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Joel Smith, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Chula Vista, CA.
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Dr. Smith graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School and completed a residency at University Of Mn Med School. Dr. Joel Smith, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Chula Vista, CA. Dr. Smith currently practices at Joel J Smith MD Inc. and are affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Poway, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center and Sharp Grossmont Hospital. Dr. Smith has experience treating conditions like Shoulder Dislocation among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Smith received an average rating of 3.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 18 times. Dr. Smith's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Smith also speaks Spanish. Dr. Smith is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Locations

  1. 1 South Bay Office
    750 Medical Center Ct Ste 6, Chula Vista, CA 91911
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 456-9916
  2. 2 Joel J. Smith M.d. Inc.
    3750 Convoy St Ste 116, San Diego, CA 92111
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Experience and Background Check

Shoulder Dislocation
Scapular Fracture
Femur Fracture
Shoulder Dislocation
Scapular Fracture
Femur Fracture
Shoulder Dislocation
Scapular Fracture
Femur Fracture
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Back Pain
Broken Arm
Bursitis of Hip
Difficulty With Walking
Femoral Neck Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Hip Fracture
Hip Tendinitis
Humerus Fracture
Internal Derangement of Knee
Joint Pain
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Fracture
Tibial Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Hip Replacement
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Clubfoot
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Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Foot Fracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Genu Varum
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Hand Fracture
Heel Spur
Hip Sprain
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Pain
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Ligament Disorders
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lupus
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Medial Epicondylitis
Meniscus Tear
Muscle Cramping
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteomyelitis
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Piriformis Syndrome
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Pseudoarthrosis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Rib Fracture
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Sacral Fracture
Sacrum Disorders
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Osteophyte
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprain
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Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Sternum Fracture
Tarlov Cyst
Tenosynovitis
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
ACL Surgery
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Carpal Tunnel Release
Elbow Dislocation Open Reduction
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Facet Blocks
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot Fracture Treatment Closed
Foot Fracture Treatment Open
Fracture Care
Hammer Toe Repair
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Hip Resurfacing
Joint Drainage
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Meniscectomy
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Dislocation Surgery
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Spinal Nerve Block
Spine Fracture Treatment
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Wound Repair

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3.5
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Patient Reviews
Jul 24, 2018
I had some complicated fructures and a lot of recovery time. He and his staff was and is there for me the whole time. Very energetic and kind person. His knoledge and precision is fascinating as He cares for His patients like no other. I’d recommend Him to anyone.
Norbert Namenyi in Escondido, CA — Jul 24, 2018
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Joel Smith, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Chula Vista, CA. He specializes in Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine, and more.
Biography
Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Sports Medicine
Hip & Knee Orthopedics
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • University of Minnesota Medical School
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Of Mn Med School
    1997
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Research Fellowship Biomechanics Laboratory University Of Minnesota Minneapolis|Sports Medicine Ulleval Hospital Oslo Norway
    1993
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Joel Smith, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Smith's profile.

Dr. Joel Smith, MD is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Poway, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center and Sharp Grossmont Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Joel Smith, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Palomar Medical Center Poway

    15615 Pomerado Rd, Poway, CA

  • Palomar Medical Center Escondido

    2185 Citracado Pkwy, Escondido, CA

  • Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido

    555 E Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA

  • Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

    751 Medical Center Ct, Chula Vista, CA

  • Sharp Grossmont Hospital

    5555 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA

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