The 20 Best Osteoarthritis Doctors Near Me in San Marcos, CA

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The 20 Best Osteoarthritis Doctors near San Marcos, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 225 doctor with experience in Osteoarthritis near San Marcos, CA. Of these, 193 are Experienced, 25 are Advanced and 7 are Distinguished.

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225 providers found
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics

    Orthopedics

    1955 Citracado Pkwy, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Thomas Knutson is an Orthopedics provider in Escondido, California. Dr. Knutson has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Bursitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Knutson is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics

    Orthopedics

    1955 Citracado Pkwy, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kevin Owsley is an Orthopedics provider in Escondido, California. Dr. Owsley is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Owsley is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Experienced in Osteoarthritis

    North County Radiology Escondido LLC

    1955 Citracado Pkwy Ste 100, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arian Nasiri is a Radiologist in Escondido, California. Dr. Nasiri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Ascites, Pleurisy, Gastrostomy, and Vertebroplasty.

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    Advanced in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics

    Cleveland Clinic

    400 Craven Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Surace is an Orthopedics provider in San Marcos, California. Dr. Surace is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bowlegs, Contracture Deformity, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Advanced in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
    Advanced in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine

    San Marcos Medical Offices

    400 Craven Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Schairer is a Sports Medicine specialist and an Orthopedics provider in San Marcos, California. Dr. Schairer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Lordosis, Infectious Arthritis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Schairer is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics

    Orthopedics

    1955 Citracado Pkwy, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Arush Patel is an Orthopedics provider in Escondido, California. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Rhizarthrosis, Trigger Thumb, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren Contracture, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics

    Orthopedics

    1955 Citracado Pkwy, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ariel Palanca is an Orthopedics provider in Escondido, California. Dr. Palanca is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, Flat Feet, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Palanca is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis

    Core Orthopaedic Medical Center

    332 Santa Fe Dr Ste 110, 
    Encinitas, CA 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Hajnik is an Orthopedics provider in Encinitas, California. Dr. Hajnik is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics

    Janet Whitney DO MPH Inc.

    277 Rancheros Dr Ste 101, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hannah Kirby is an Orthopedics provider in San Marcos, California. Dr. Kirby is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Compartment Syndrome, Infectious Arthritis, Radial Nerve Dysfunction, Osteoarthritis, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Internal Medicine

    Truecare

    150 Valpreda Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Samuel Poniachik is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Marcos, California. Dr. Poniachik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, AIDS Dementia Complex, and HIV/AIDS.

    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Internal Medicine

    Truecare

    150 Valpreda Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Izabela Witczak is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Marcos, California. Dr. Witczak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Osteomyelitis in Children, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Experienced in Osteoarthritis

    Kaiser Permanente San Marcos Medical Offices

    400 Craven Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Matthew Pigott is an Orthopedics provider in San Marcos, California. Dr. Pigott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis and Knee Replacement. Dr. Pigott is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics

    San Marcos Medical Offices

    400 Craven Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Praveen Murthy is a Hand Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in San Marcos, California. Dr. Murthy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Thumb, Rhizarthrosis, and Ganglion Cyst. Dr. Murthy is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Family Medicine

    Cleveland Clinic

    400 Craven Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Hackett is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Marcos, California. Dr. Hackett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Orthopedics
    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Orthopedics

    San Marcos Medical Offices

    400 Craven Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Ryan is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine specialist and an Orthopedics provider in San Marcos, California. Dr. Ryan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top area of expertise is Osteoarthritis. Dr. Ryan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics

    Kaiser Permanente San Marcos Medical Offices - Orthopedics Department

    400 Craven Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Andrew Ghatan is a Hand Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in San Marcos, California. Dr. Ghatan has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction, and Osteoarthritis. Dr. Ghatan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics

    Cleveland Clinic

    400 Craven Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ernest Young is an Orthopedics provider in San Marcos, California. Dr. Young is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Caudal Regression Syndrome, Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis Syndrome, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Experienced in Osteoarthritis

    Kaiser Permanente San Marcos Medical Offices - Orthopedics Department

    400 Craven Road, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Amy Steinhoff is an Orthopedics provider in San Marcos, California. Dr. Steinhoff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis and Knee Replacement. Dr. Steinhoff is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Family Medicine

    Office

    420 N Twin Oaks Valley Rd # 2352, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Zachrich is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Marcos, California. Dr. Zachrich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Hyperlipidemia Type 3, Anemia, and Chronic Cough.

    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Family Medicine

    Renjit Sundharradas MD A Professional Corporation

    1030 La Bonita Dr Ste 316, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neil Halim is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Marcos, California. Dr. Halim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Enlarged Liver, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Colorectal Polyps.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Osteoarthritis?

    Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common joint disorder. It is due to aging and wear and tear on a joint.

    When should I see an Osteoarthritis doctor near San Marcos, 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 an Osteoarthritis doctor near San Marcos, 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 Osteoarthritis doctors near San Marcos, 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 Osteoarthritis doctors near San Marcos, 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 an Osteoarthritis doctor near San Marcos, 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 Osteoarthritis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Osteoarthritis 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 an Osteoarthritis doctor near San Marcos, 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 Osteoarthritis 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 Osteoarthritis 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 Osteoarthritis doctors near San Marcos, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Osteoarthritis 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 an Osteoarthritis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Osteoarthritis 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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