The 20 Best Frozen Shoulder Doctors Near Me in San Francisco, CA

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The 20 Best Frozen Shoulder Doctors near San Francisco, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 114 doctor with experience in Frozen Shoulder near San Francisco, CA. Of these, 88 are Experienced, 24 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    James L. Chen
    Advanced in Frozen Shoulder
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
    Advanced in Frozen Shoulder
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine

    Advanced Orthopedics And Sports Medicine

    450 Sutter St, Ste 400, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Chen, MD is a board-certified general orthopaedic surgeon practicing in San Francisco. He earned his MPH at Cal Berkeley and his MD from Cal Davis. He completed his residency at the University of Hawaii, Queens Medical Ctr. Orthopaedic Surgery, and a prestigious fellowship at UCSF in Orthopaedic Surgery Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy.Dr. Chen specializes in sports-related injuries, and is fellowship-trained in minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery for the knee, shoulder, elbow, hip, and ankle. This state-of-the-art technique reduces surgical incisions from roughly 5 to 7 inches down to 4 millimeter portals, which results in a quicker, easier recovery from treatment, with less scarring. In addition to his private practice, Dr. Chen works with several local schools and athletic organizations, the semi-professional San Francisco City Football Club, and the National Football League (NFL).I strive to help patients return from injury or disability to an active lifestyle, specific sport, or hobby. I believe in tailoring a patient's care to their specific circumstances and goals. I generally will exhaust all conservative measures first and recommend surgery only if needed. My job is to give the patient the best possible medical advice and to perform surgery when required to return them to optimal function. Dr. Chen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, and Bursitis.

    Karina G. Arzumanova
    Advanced in Frozen Shoulder
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Frozen Shoulder
    Internal Medicine

    Karina G. Arzumanova, MD Private Practice

    2299 Post St, Ste 203, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Armenian, Russian
    Accepting New Patients

    Karina Arzumanova is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Arzumanova is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Arzumanova is currently accepting new patients.

    Kenneth H. Akizuki
    Advanced in Frozen Shoulder
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
    Advanced in Frozen Shoulder
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine

    West Coast Sports Institute

    2250 Hayes St, Ste 208, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    caring, good listener, dedicated, intelligent, compassionate, committed, healing and reassuring. Dr. Akizuki is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, Synovitis, and Tenosynovitis.

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    Robert C. Vazquez
    Experienced in Frozen Shoulder
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Frozen Shoulder
    Family Medicine

    Potrero Hill Care Center

    350 Rhode Island Street, Suite 200, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Vazquez is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Vazquez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Low Sodium Level, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Vazquez is currently accepting new patients.

    Victor A. Prieto
    Experienced in Frozen Shoulder
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
    Experienced in Frozen Shoulder
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine

    Orthopedic And Sports Medicine Institute

    900 Hyde St, 11th Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Prieto is an orthopedic surgeon who has been in practice for more than 20 years. He is physician member of the Saint Francis Memorial Hospital. Total Joint Center and the Centers for Sports Medicine. He specializes in hip/knee replacements, and shoulder surgery. His expertise includes mini-incision hip replacement, Mumford procedure, knee arthroscopy, uni-compartment knee replacement, computer navigated joint replacement, as well as non-surgical procedures such as cortisone injections. Dr. Prieto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, and Hip Replacement.

    Robert J. Purchase
    Experienced in Frozen Shoulder
    Experienced in Frozen Shoulder

    Robert John Purchase, MD Private Practice

    900 Hyde St, 11th Flr, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    My approach to patient care is rather simple, listen; engage; and educate. As a prior collegiate football player and life-long athlete, I understand the importance of getting people back to the activities they love. I am a board certified orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in surgery of the shoulder and knee & use minimally invasive techniques to treat rotator cuffs, meniscus tears, ACL injuries, etc. I perform total joint replacements of the shoulder and knee including partial replacements. If you want to wait forty minutes to spend five minutes with a doctor who doesn't make eye contact or explain anything, there are many good options. If you want to be treated like an adult, become informed about your health, and participate in the process; then please make an appointment. Dr. Purchase is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Frozen Shoulder.

    Edward C. Shin
    Experienced in Frozen Shoulder
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Frozen Shoulder
    Orthopedics

    SF Hip And Knee Institute

    490 Post St, Ste 900, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Shin's goal is to provide timely, professional, and cutting edge care for specialized treatment of the shoulder, hip and knee. He utilizes the latest minimally invasive surgical techniques to provide the best care for sports injuries such as labral tears in the hip, ACL and meniscus tears in the knee, and rotator cuff injuries in the shoulder. He also treat more advanced joint pathology with partial and complete joint replacement when necessary. At Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, we serve as leaders in the innovation of Orthopaedic surgical treatment with nationally recognized and award winning research in arthroscopic treatment of shoulder and knee injuries. Our team works hard to provide each patient with the respect and attention that we would give to our own families.Our goal is to make your relationship with us as successful as possible. Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine has thrived because of the thousands of satisfied and devoted patients who have become the referral source for family and friends. We believe in making certain that you not only understand the surgical process, but also play an integral role in the decision making process. Dr. Shin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

    Patrick J. Mcgahan
    Experienced in Frozen Shoulder
    Experienced in Frozen Shoulder

    Patrick J. McGahan, MD Private Practice

    450 Sutter St, Ste 400, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    My passion is taking care of my patients. My goal is to provide patient-centered care that allows each patient to return to the level of activity that he or she desires. Dr. Mcgahan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Tendinitis, Endoscopy, and Tenotomy.

    Jeffrey L. Halbrecht
    Experienced in Frozen Shoulder
    Experienced in Frozen Shoulder

    Institute Of Arthroscopy And Sports Medicine

    2100 Webster St, Ste 331, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    As an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine doctor, I believe my patients are the center of my practice. Dr. Halbrecht is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Osgood-Schlatter Disease, Osteochondritis Dissecans, Frozen Shoulder, and Osteoarthritis.

    John A. Selle
    Experienced in Frozen Shoulder
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Frozen Shoulder
    Internal Medicine

    John A. Selle, DO Private Practice

    2250 Hayes St, Ste 206, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I am a doctor of osteopathic medicine (D.O.) who uses a balanced, integrative, and holistic approach to health and healing. I explore non-pharmaceutical options whenever possible and seek to create a dialogue with patients to better understand their health concerns. By working with patients as a team, we together craft a personalized plan aimed at optimizing health. The office utilizes an electronic health record (EHR) and a website featuring a personal health record (PHR) and secure e-mail to maximize communication with both patients and caregivers. We make every attempt to schedule same day, urgent appointments whenever possible. I also utilize a handful of osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) techniques for selective musculoskeletal conditions. Dr. Selle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Insomnia, Asthma in Children, Asthma, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Brian Feeley
    Advanced in Frozen Shoulder
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
    Advanced in Frozen Shoulder
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine

    Sports Medicine Center

    1500 Owens St., 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Feeley is a Sports Medicine specialist and an Orthopedics provider in San Francisco, California. Dr. Feeley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Muscle Atrophy, Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Endoscopy, and Osteotomy. Dr. Feeley is currently accepting new patients.

    C B. Ma
    Advanced in Frozen Shoulder
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
    Advanced in Frozen Shoulder
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine

    Arthritis And Joint Replacement Center

    1500 Owens St., Suite 430, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. C. Benjamin Ma is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine, arthroscopic shoulder surgeries to repair rotator cuff tears and ligament instability, shoulder replacements, knee ligament reconstruction, and procedures to address meniscus and other cartilage injuries. From 2007 through 2019, he was the chief of sports medicine and shoulder service at UCSF, where he assembled an outstanding group of clinicians, scientists and athletic trainers. He currently serves as the chair of orthopedic surgery at UCSF. Ma became the Dr. Peter and Sophie Pappas Endowed Chair in 2025 and has been the V-Nee Yeh Endowed Professor since 2021. He is involved in research on cartilage imaging and dynamic MRI scans of knees with injuries to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). His work has focused on early detection of cartilage injuries following ACL reconstruction surgery and improving ACL reconstruction outcomes. He has published extensively on the improvement of outcomes following rotator cuff surgeries and replacements. Ma earned his medical degree at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. He completed a residency in orthopedic surgery at the University of Pittsburgh, where he also completed a fellowship in musculoskeletal research. He subsequently completed a fellowship in shoulder and knee surgery and sports medicine at the Hospital for Special Surgery. Ma has received many awards for his patient care, teaching and research, including the UCSF Health Exceptional Physician Award; UCSF Excellence in Teaching Award; O'Donoghue Award from the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine; Patellofemoral Research Excellence Award from the International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine; and New Investigator Recognition Award from the Orthopaedic Research Society. Also, his peers have placed him on the Top Doctors list in San Francisco and Marin counties for the past 10 years. He is a member of the prestigious American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons society, which honored his research with the Charles S. Neer Award. Ma is part of the San Francisco Giants and UCSF Health's partnership to provide players and staff with top-tier medical care and promote community well-being. Dr. Ma is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Frozen Shoulder, Arthritis, and Tendinitis.

    Experienced in Frozen Shoulder
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Frozen Shoulder
    Family Medicine

    North East Med Services Stockton Clinic Lab

    1520 Stockton St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Huynh is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Huynh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

    William H. Montgomery
    Advanced in Frozen Shoulder
    Advanced in Frozen Shoulder

    Orthopedic Surgery, Shrader St.

    1 Shrader St., Suite 650, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. William H. Montgomery III is an orthopedic surgeon who cares for patients with a range of musculoskeletal conditions. He specializes in nonsurgical treatments. In his research, Montgomery focuses on developing new knee implants as well as tools and techniques to improve knee, shoulder and elbow surgery. Montgomery earned his medical degree at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University (part of the State University of New York system). He completed a residency in orthopedic surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery and a fellowship in sports medicine at Cedars-Sinai Kerlan-Jobe Institute. Dr. Montgomery is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Frozen Shoulder, Bursitis, and Tendinitis.

    Suresh K. Nayar
    Advanced in Frozen Shoulder
    Advanced in Frozen Shoulder

    Oakland Care Center

    350 30th Street, Suite 320, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Suresh Nayar is an Orthopedics provider in Oakland, California. Dr. Nayar has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Tendinitis, Trigger Thumb, Tenotomy, and Osteotomy. Dr. Nayar is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Frozen Shoulder
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Frozen Shoulder
    Orthopedics

    David W. Lowenberg

    2100 Webster St Ste 117, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gordon Lundy is an Orthopedics provider in San Francisco, California. Dr. Lundy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, Bursitis, and Knee Replacement.

    Ginger Cupit
    Experienced in Frozen Shoulder
    Family Medicine | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Frozen Shoulder
    Family Medicine | Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Women's Health Primary Care Clinic

    2356 Sutter St., Third And Fourth Floors, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ginger Cupit is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Obstetrics and Gynecology in San Francisco, California. Dr. Cupit is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. Her top areas of expertise are Behcet Disease, Frozen Shoulder, Tenosynovitis, and Vertigo. Dr. Cupit is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Frozen Shoulder
    General Practice
    Advanced in Frozen Shoulder
    General Practice

    Cartilage Repair And Regeneration Center

    1500 Owens St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Luke is a General Practice provider in San Francisco, California. Dr. Luke is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, and Bursitis.

    Advanced in Frozen Shoulder
    Sports Medicine
    Advanced in Frozen Shoulder
    Sports Medicine

    Cartilage Repair And Regeneration Center

    1500 Owens St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    William Berrigan is a Sports Medicine provider in San Francisco, California. Dr. Berrigan has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, and Fasciotomy.

    Advanced in Frozen Shoulder
    Sports Medicine
    Advanced in Frozen Shoulder
    Sports Medicine

    Cartilage Repair And Regeneration Center

    1500 Owens St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Drew Lansdown is a Sports Medicine provider in San Francisco, California. Dr. Lansdown is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Hypermobile Joints, Tendinitis, Endoscopy, and Osteotomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Frozen Shoulder?

    Frozen shoulder is a condition in which the shoulder is painful and loses motion because of inflammation.

    When should I see a Frozen Shoulder doctor near San Francisco, 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 Frozen Shoulder doctor near San Francisco, 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 Frozen Shoulder doctors near San Francisco, 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 Frozen Shoulder doctors near San Francisco, 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 Frozen Shoulder doctor near San Francisco, 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 Frozen Shoulder doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Frozen Shoulder 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 Frozen Shoulder doctor near San Francisco, 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 Frozen Shoulder 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 Frozen Shoulder 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 Frozen Shoulder doctors near San Francisco, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Frozen Shoulder 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 Frozen Shoulder doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Frozen Shoulder 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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