George J. Lian
Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

Dr. George J. Lian

Orthopedics
CommonSpirit Health
George Lian MD
2801 K St, Ste 500, 
Sacramento, CA 
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Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
CommonSpirit Health
George Lian MD
2801 K St, Ste 500, 
Sacramento, CA 
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Overview

My goal is to help you to understand your problem, and advise you about the treatment options.  I determine what is bothering you the most, define what your problem is, and explain to you the benefits and consequences of the different treatment options.  Together, we can decide what will be the best treatment plan, and then proceed with that.

Dr. Lian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Flat Feet, Achilles Tendon Rupture, and Hip Replacement.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution
UC San Diego Medical Center
Residency
Orthopedic Surgery, University of California, Los Angeles
Specialties
Orthopedics
Licenses
Orthopaedic Surgery in CA
Board Certifications
Orthopaedic Surgery
Fellowships
UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine - Endocrin.
Hospital Affiliations
Sutter Amador Hospital
Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento
Sutter Roseville Medical Center
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Male

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Locations

George Lian MD
2801 K St, Ste 500, Sacramento, CA 95816
Call: 916-732-3340

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


1 Total Publications

Midterm Outcomes Following Conversion of Failed Ankle Arthrodesis to Total Ankle Arthroplasty, Including Patients With a Deficient Fibula.
Midterm Outcomes Following Conversion of Failed Ankle Arthrodesis to Total Ankle Arthroplasty, Including Patients With a Deficient Fibula.
Journal: Foot & ankle orthopaedics
Published: July 23, 2025
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