The 20 Best Bursitis Doctors Near Me in la jolla, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 136 doctor with experience in Bursitis near la jolla, CA. Of these, 122 are Experienced and 14 are Advanced.

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136 providers found
    Experienced in Bursitis
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Bursitis
    Orthopedics
    Referral may be required

    University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center

    9300 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bryan Leek is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Leek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Tenosynovitis, and Tendinitis.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Sports Medicine
    Experienced in Bursitis
    Sports Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Office

    4520 Executive Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amy Leu is a Sports Medicine provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Leu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tendinitis, Tennis Elbow, and Bursitis.

    Advanced in Bursitis
    Advanced in Bursitis
    Referral may be required

    Regents Of The University Of California

    9400 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gregory Middleton is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Middleton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rhizarthrosis, Tenosynovitis, Bursitis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Middleton is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Bursitis
    Experienced in Bursitis
    Referral may be required

    Office

    9350 Campus Point Dr Ste 2C, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Doquyen Huynh is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Huynh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Polyarteritis Nodosa, Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Huynh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Experienced in Bursitis
    Referral may be required

    University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center

    9300 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Pedersen is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Pedersen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scleroderma, Scleroma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), and Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (EGPA, Churg-Strauss Syndrome). Dr. Pedersen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Bursitis
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    Janet Kim, M.D.

    9850 Genesee Ave, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Janet Kim is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriasis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis. Dr. Kim is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Bursitis
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Green Hospital

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Weis is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Weis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis with Tylosis, Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis, Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. Dr. Weis is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Experienced in Bursitis
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Green Hospital

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Keating is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Keating is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Arthritis, Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis, and Rheumatoid Lung Disease. Dr. Keating is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Bursitis
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Green Hospital

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Vikram Garg is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Garg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Sjogren Syndrome. Dr. Garg is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Experienced in Bursitis
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Clinic And Research Foundation

    10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gary Williams is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Williams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteopenia, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Osteoporosis. Dr. Williams is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Sports Medicine
    Experienced in Bursitis
    Sports Medicine
    Referral may be required

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kenneth Taylor is a Sports Medicine provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Taylor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tennis Elbow, and Rhizarthrosis.

    Advanced in Bursitis
    Advanced in Bursitis
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines

    10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Keefe is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Keefe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Frozen Shoulder, Bursitis, Tendinitis, and Tenosynovitis.

    Advanced in Bursitis
    Advanced in Bursitis
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines

    10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cameron Barr is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Barr is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tendinitis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Bursitis, and Tenosynovitis.

    Advanced in Bursitis
    Advanced in Bursitis
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines

    10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anna Kulidjian is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Kulidjian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. She is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bone Tumor, Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, Epithelioid Sarcoma, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Experienced in Bursitis
    Referral may be required

    Office

    9350 Campus Point Dr Ste 1B, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amelia Eastman is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Eastman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, Spinal Stenosis, and Sciatica.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Experienced in Bursitis
    Referral may be required

    Torrey Pines Orthopaedic Medical Group Inc.

    9850 Genesee Ave Ste 210, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Thunder is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Thunder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Sciatica, Coccydynia, Hip Replacement, and Microdiscectomy.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Experienced in Bursitis
    Referral may be required

    Marshall Orthopedics Inc.

    7300 Girard Ave Ste 204, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stuart Marshall is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Marshall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Tenosynovitis, and Bursitis.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Experienced in Bursitis
    Referral may be required

    Regents Of The University Of California

    9400 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Douglas Chang is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Chang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Foot Drop, and Sciatica.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Experienced in Bursitis
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla

    9888 Genesee Ave, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Enass Rickards is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Rickards is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Trigger Thumb, and Ganglion Cyst.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Bursitis
    Orthopedics
    Referral may be required

    Office

    4520 Executive Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ian Foran is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Foran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achilles Tendon Rupture, Metatarsalgia, Multiple Pterygium Syndrome X Linked, Popliteal Pterygium Syndrome, and Osteotomy.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Bursitis?

    Bursitis is the swelling and irritation of a bursa. A bursa is a fluid-filled sac that acts as a cushion between muscles, tendons, and bones.

    When should I see a Bursitis doctor near la jolla, CA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Bursitis doctor near la jolla, CA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Bursitis doctors near la jolla, CA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Bursitis doctors near la jolla, CA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Bursitis doctor near la jolla, CA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Bursitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Bursitis doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Bursitis doctor near la jolla, CA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Bursitis doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Bursitis doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Bursitis doctors near la jolla, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Bursitis doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Bursitis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Bursitis doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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