The 20 Best Scoliosis Doctors Near Me in San Diego, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 360 doctor with experience in Scoliosis near San Diego, CA. Of these, 314 are Experienced, 38 are Advanced, 5 are Distinguished and 3 are Elite.

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    Elite in Scoliosis
    Elite in Scoliosis

    Rady Children's Hospital San Diego

    3020 Childrens Way, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Behrooz Akbarnia is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Akbarnia is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Lordosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

    Elite in Scoliosis
    Orthopedics
    Elite in Scoliosis
    Orthopedics

    Office

    3030 Childrens Way Ste 410, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Newton is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Newton is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

    Advanced in Scoliosis
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Scoliosis
    Neuroradiology

    Sharp Healthcare

    300 Fir St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charlton Byun is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Byun is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Meningioma, Subependymal Nodular Heterotopia, and Focal or Multifocal Malformations in Neuronal Migration.

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    Advanced in Scoliosis
    Radiology
    Advanced in Scoliosis
    Radiology

    IHS Radiology Medical Group Inc.

    150 W Washington St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gordon Zink is a Radiologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Zink is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, Herniated Disk, Visceromegaly, and Synovial Osteochondromatosis.

    Advanced in Scoliosis
    Advanced in Scoliosis

    IHS Radiology Medical Group Inc.

    150 W Washington St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Phillip Reich is a Radiologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Reich is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Osteopenia, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Melorheostosis.

    Advanced in Scoliosis
    Advanced in Scoliosis

    IHS Radiology Medical Group Inc.

    150 W Washington St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Johnson is a Radiologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Biliary Dyskinesia, Osteopenia, Melorheostosis, and Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis.

    Distinguished in Scoliosis
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Scoliosis
    Orthopedics

    UC San Diego

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

    Richard Allen is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Allen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Advanced in Scoliosis
    Advanced in Scoliosis

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mini Pathria is a Radiologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Pathria is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tenosynovitis, Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, and Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal.

    Advanced in Scoliosis
    Advanced in Scoliosis

    UC San Diego

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

    Joseph Abrams is a Radiologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Abrams is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Lump, Breast Infection, Fibroadenoma, and Giant Mammary Hamartoma.

    Advanced in Scoliosis
    Advanced in Scoliosis

    UC San Diego

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

    Edward Smitaman is a Radiologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Smitaman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Osteopenia, Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, and Fasciotomy.

    Distinguished in Scoliosis
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Scoliosis
    Orthopedics

    California Orthopaedic Institute Medical Associates Inc

    7485 Mission Valley Rd, Suite 104a, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maneesh Bawa is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Bawa is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Sciatica, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Elite in Scoliosis
    Orthopedics
    Elite in Scoliosis
    Orthopedics

    Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines

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

    Gregory Mundis is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Mundis is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Lordosis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Pediatric Radiology
    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Pediatric Radiology

    Sharp Healthcare

    300 Fir St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dawn Engelkemier is a Pediatric Radiologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Engelkemier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Nodule, Scrotal Swelling, Urachal Cyst, and Scoliosis.

    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Neuroradiology

    Sharp Healthcare

    300 Fir St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lily Tang is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Tang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Vertigo, Scoliosis, and Prolactinoma.

    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Experienced in Scoliosis

    Sharp Healthcare

    300 Fir St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marnie Kremer is a Radiologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Kremer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Osteopenia, and Thyroid Nodule.

    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Experienced in Scoliosis

    Office

    2001 4th Ave, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Clay Bowland is a Radiologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Bowland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Short Stature (FSS), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Short Stature (Growth Disorders), and Caffey Disease.

    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Neuroradiology

    IHS Radiology Medical Group Inc.

    150 W Washington St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Cooper is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Cooper is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 51 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Herniated Disk, Osteopenia, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Melorheostosis.

    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Experienced in Scoliosis

    IHS Radiology Medical Group Inc.

    150 W Washington St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Schechter is a Radiologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Schechter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteopenia, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, Thyroidectomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Experienced in Scoliosis

    IHS Radiology Medical Group Inc.

    150 W Washington St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gregory Anderson is a Radiologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Anderson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Herniated Disk, Visceromegaly, Gallbladder Disease, and Pleurisy.

    Experienced in Scoliosis
    Experienced in Scoliosis

    IHS Radiology Medical Group Inc.

    150 W Washington St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Booker is a Radiologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Booker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scoliosis. He is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Herniated Disk, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Angiomyoma.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Scoliosis?

    Scoliosis is an abnormal curving of the spine. Your spine is your backbone. It runs straight down your back. Everyone's spine naturally curves a bit. But people with scoliosis have a spine that curves sideways. The spine might look like the letter C or S.

    When should I see a Scoliosis doctor near San Diego, 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 Scoliosis doctor near San Diego, 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 Scoliosis doctors near San Diego, 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 Scoliosis doctors near San Diego, 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 Scoliosis doctor near San Diego, 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 Scoliosis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Scoliosis 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 Scoliosis doctor near San Diego, 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 Scoliosis 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 Scoliosis 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 Scoliosis doctors near San Diego, CA?

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

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