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Dr. Larry Herron, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 78
Dr. Larry Herron, MD
3.3 (26 Ratings)
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Dr. Larry Herron, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in San Luis Obispo, CA.
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Dr. Larry Herron, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 78
San Luis Obispo, CA
Accepting new patients
52 years of experience
Dr. Larry Herron, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in San Luis Obispo, CA.

About

Dr. Herron graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine. Dr. Larry Herron, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in San Luis Obispo, CA and has 52 years experience. Dr. Herron currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with French Hospital Medical Center, Adventist Health Sierra Vista and Marian Regional Medical Center. Dr. Herron has experience treating conditions like Lumbar Compression Fracture among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Herron received an average rating of 3.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 26 times. Dr. Herron's office accepts new patients. Dr. Herron is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Back Pain
Cervical Radiculopathy
Degenerative Disc Disease
Herniated Disc
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Radiculopathy
Sciatica
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Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spondylolisthesis
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Spinal Fusion
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Gout
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Hip Fracture
Joint Pain
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Limb Pain
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Myelopathy
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Orthopedic Disorders
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Pseudoarthrosis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Sacral Fracture
Sacrum Disorders
Scoliosis
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Osteophyte
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Spondylosis
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Stenosis
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Facet Blocks
Herniated Disc Surgery
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Periacetabular Osteotomy
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Nerve Block
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
Spine Surgery
Steroid Injection
Sympathetic Nerve Block

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 Kenneth L Baldwin M D Inc
    1304 Ella St Ste B1, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (805) 541-4700
  2. 2 Gary L. Cushing M.D. A Medical Corp.
    1551 Bishop St Ste 510, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (805) 541-4700

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Herron
3.3
Based on 26 Reviews
5 Stars (13)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (10)

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Patient Reviews
Nov 17, 2021
I've seen him multiple times over the past ten years. Dr. Herron is straightforward and refreshing in demeanor. He will avoid small talk and get right to the point. His recommendations and treatments have always been conservative, which has allowed me to avoid spinal surgery for a long time. His depth of experience as a seasoned practitioner is impressive. I think he's the best in our area.
Rick — Nov 17, 2021
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine
    1972
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • University of California Los Angeles
    1973
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Los Angeles or Hospital
    1978
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Larry Herron, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Herron's profile.

Dr. Herron frequently treats the following conditions: Lumbar Compression Fracture. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Larry Herron, MD is affiliated with French Hospital Medical Center, Adventist Health Sierra Vista and Marian Regional Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Larry Herron, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • French Hospital Medical Center

    1911 Johnson Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA

  • Adventist Health Sierra Vista

    1010 Murray Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA

  • Marian Regional Medical Center

    1400 E Church St, Santa Maria, CA