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Dr. Steven Garfin, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 78
Dr. Steven Garfin, MD
3.6 (25 Ratings)
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Dr. Steven Garfin, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA.
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Dr. Steven Garfin, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 78
San Diego, CA
Accepting new patients
52 years of experience
Dr. Steven Garfin, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA.

About

Dr. Steven Garfin, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA and has 52 years experience. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA / TWIN CITIES CAMPUS. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center. Dr. Garfin has experience treating conditions like Back Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Garfin received an average rating of 3.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 25 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Garfin is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Back Pain
Limb Pain
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Back Pain
Limb Pain
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Back Pain
Limb Pain
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Herniated Disc
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Radiculopathy
Sacrum Disorders
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spondylolisthesis
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Avascular Necrosis
Bone Cancer
Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Dupuytrens Contracture
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Foot Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Gout
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Hip Sprain
Knee Fracture
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spinal Cord Injury
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Lupus
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Muscle Cramping
Myelopathy
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Fracture
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Piriformis Syndrome
Plantar Fasciitis
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sacral Fracture
Schmorl's Nodes
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Osteophyte
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tenosynovitis
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Thoracic Stenosis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Torticollis
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Herniated Disc Surgery
Joint Drainage
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Percutaneous Kyphoplasty
Percutaneous Vertebroplasty
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Fusion
Spine Fracture Treatment
Steroid Injection
Trigger Point Injection

Insurance Accepted

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    Choice Plus POS II
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    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
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Locations

  1. 1 UC San Diego
    200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 657-8200
  2. 2 Office
    9350 Campus Point Dr Ste 1B, La Jolla, CA 92037
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 657-7000
  3. 3 Regents of the University of California
    9400 Campus Point Dr, La Jolla, CA 92093
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 657-8200
    Monday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    07:30 - 17:00

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Garfin
3.6
Based on 25 Reviews
5 Stars (14)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (3)
1 Star (6)

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Nov 19, 2021
I highly recommend Dr. Steven Garfin for any spine related issues to me he is the best surgeon at this hospital and I trust him with my life. He's very nice and he listens to you and explains everything you want to know about what's going on with you and how he can help.
Lisa — Nov 19, 2021
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA / TWIN CITIES CAMPUS
    1972
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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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. Steven Garfin, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Garfin's profile.

Dr. Steven Garfin, MD is affiliated with UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Steven Garfin, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center

    200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA