The 20 Best Septic Arthritis Doctors Near Me in Oakland, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 46 doctor with experience in Septic Arthritis near Oakland, CA. Of these, 41 are Experienced, 4 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Septic Arthritis
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Septic Arthritis
    Orthopedics

    UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland

    747 52nd St, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ishaan Swarup is an Orthopedics provider in Oakland, California. Dr. Swarup is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis, Scoliosis, Knock Knees, Osteotomy, and Hip Replacement.

    Liberty Jenkins
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis

    Van Ness Campus MOB

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 6, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Liberty Jenkins is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Jenkins has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy. Dr. Jenkins is currently accepting new patients.

    Jonathan S. Katz
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis

    Van Ness Campus Medical Office Building

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 6, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonathan Katz is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Katz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy. Dr. Katz is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Septic Arthritis
    Advanced in Septic Arthritis

    Neuromuscular Clinic

    400 Parnassus Ave # 8, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ann Poncelet is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Poncelet is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Hereditary Neuralgic Amyotrophy, Multifocal Motor Neuropathy, Brachial Plexopathy, and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy.

    Thomas G. Sampson
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis

    Post Street Orthopaedics And Sports Medicine

    2299 Post St, Ste 107, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Thomas Sampson, M.D., a world renown orthopaedic surgeon and premiere hip specialist with over 35 years of experience in sports and joint preservation.Dr. Thomas G. Sampson trained in orthopaedic surgery at the University of California, San Francisco, where he currently serves as Medical Director of Hip Arthroscopy at Post Street Surgery Center and Post Street Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, and a Clinical Professor and orthopaedic consultant and surgeon at the Veterans Administration Hospital at Fort Miley, San Francisco. He has been in private practice in San Francisco since 1982, and is recognized nationally and internationally as a pioneer and expert in hip preservation and hip arthroscopy. He developed with his associate James M. Glick numerous advancements in Hip Arthroscopy, most notably the Lateral Approach, Arthroscopic Surgery for FAI, the Use of Extensive Capsulotomy for ideal surgery, and Repair of the FAACD Lesion. He has published numerous peer-reviewed articles, has written numerous chapters for surgical texts and has lectured nationally and internationally as an invited speaker. Dr. Sampson is a active member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA), the Western Orthopaedic Association (WOA), and the California Orthopaedic Association (COA), the Leroy C. Abbott Orthropaedic Society, the Wilson-Bost Interurban Society, International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (ISAKOS) and as a founding member and past president of the International Society of Hip Arthroscopy (ISHA). Dr. Sampson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis, Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease (LCPD), Infectious Arthritis, Septic Arthritis, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Pediatrics

    The Permanente Medical Group Inc

    1800 Harrison St Fl 7, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Cassidy is a Pediatrics provider in Oakland, California. Dr. Cassidy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Headache, Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, Andermann Syndrome, and Hereditary Sensory Neuropathy Type 1 (HSN1).

    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis

    Golden State Orthopedics & Spine - Oakland

    3315 Broadway, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexander Bradley is an Orthopedics provider in Oakland, California. Dr. Bradley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Orthopedics

    Golden State Orthopedics & Spine - Oakland

    3315 Broadway, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Peatman is an Orthopedics provider in Oakland, California. Dr. Peatman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Family Medicine

    Oakland Medical Center

    3801 Howe Street, 3rd Floor Station B #322, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Li Xiao is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Oakland, California. Dr. Xiao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Mycoplasma Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Lemierre Syndrome, and Urethritis.

    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis

    UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland

    747 52nd St, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Coleen Sabatini is an Orthopedics provider in Oakland, California. Dr. Sabatini is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Clubfoot, Claw Foot, Beukes Familial Hip Dysplasia, and Infectious Arthritis.

    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis

    UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland

    747 52nd St, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Hoffinger is an Orthopedics provider in Oakland, California. Dr. Hoffinger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis and Septic Arthritis.

    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

    Childrens Hospital Medical Center Ambulatory Care Pharmacy

    744 52nd St, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alexander Fay is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine provider in Oakland, California. Dr. Fay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Andersen-Tawil Syndrome, Canavan Disease, Hallervorden-Spatz Disease, and CACH Syndrome.

    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Neurology
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Neurology

    Anesthesia Preoperative Evaluation Clinic At Stanford Emeryville

    5800 Hollis St Fl 3, 
    Emeryville, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kathie Lin is a Neurologist in Emeryville, California. Dr. Lin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).

    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    General Surgery

    San Francisco General Hospital

    2550 23rd St Bldg 9, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Meir Marmor is a General Surgeon in San Francisco, California. Dr. Marmor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Compartment Syndrome, Osteoarthritis, Osteonecrosis, Fasciotomy, and Osteotomy.

    Jeffrey W. Ralph
    Distinguished in Septic Arthritis
    Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
    Distinguished in Septic Arthritis
    Neurology | Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

    Neuromuscular Clinic

    400 Parnassus Ave., Eighth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Jeffrey W. Ralph is a neurologist who specializes in diseases of the nerve, muscle and neuromuscular transmission, the nerve activity that leads to muscle movement. He is an expert in the category of nerve damage called peripheral neuropathy, with a particular interest in neuropathies that result from immune system activity. In 2004, he became director of the Neuropathy Center at UCSF Medical Center, founded in part with funding from the Neuropathy Association. In addition to treating patients in the clinic, he performs electromyograms – diagnostic tests that record muscles' electrical activity – including such specialized tests as single-fiber electromyograms and multiple-channel recordings for analyzing abnormal muscle tone. Ralph completed a neurology residency as well as fellowships in neuromuscular medicine and clinical neurophysiology at UCSF. His research has addressed treatments for neuropathy caused by HIV and AIDS. Dr. Ralph is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, and Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis.

    Swathy Chandrashekhar
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis

    Neuromuscular Clinic

    1651 Fourth St., 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Swathy Chandrashekhar is a neurologist who provides comprehensive, compassionate care for patients with complex neuromuscular disorders. She is particularly interested in myositis (conditions in which the immune system attacks the muscles); autoimmune neuropathies (conditions in which the immune system attacks the nerves), such as chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy; motor neuron diseases, such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS); myasthenic syndromes (conditions in which muscles become weak and easily fatigued), such as myasthenia gravis; and genetic diseases, such as muscular dystrophies (in which there is progressive loss of muscle mass) and Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (a condition that damages peripheral nerves, leading to muscle weakness). She performs electromyography and nerve conduction studies to diagnose nerve and muscle disorders, and she has advanced training in conducting and analyzing muscle biopsies. Chandrashekhar has published and presented research on ALS as well as on genetic and immune-related neuropathy. She has been an investigator on clinical trials to evaluate promising treatments for various neuromuscular disorders. She also has a keen interest in medical education and is passionate about training the next generation of neurologists and neuromuscular specialists. She received several awards for teaching excellence during her training. Before joining UCSF, she served as associate fellowship director for the University of Kansas. Chandrashekhar earned her medical degree at Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences. She completed a residency in neurology at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center and a fellowship in neuromuscular medicine at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Dr. Chandrashekhar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Foot Drop, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Inclusion Body Myositis, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Gastrostomy.

    Rosanna Wustrack
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Orthopedics | Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Orthopedics | Surgical Oncology

    Birthmarks & Vascular Anomalies Center

    1825 Fourth St., Fourth Floor, 4B, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Rosanna Wustrack is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in diagnosing and treating patients with musculoskeletal tumors and fragility fractures (breaks that happen during normal activities because bones have become weak). In research, Wustrack's interests include functional outcomes in cancer patients, osseointegration (bone growth that serves to secure a surgical implant) and optimizing treatment for patients when cancer has spread in the body. She also studies osteoporosis in cancer survivors as well as issues related to global health. Wustrack earned her medical degree from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. She completed a residency in orthopedic surgery at UCSF and fellowship training in musculoskeletal oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Wustrack is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Bone Tumor, Osteosarcoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Osteotomy, and Hip Replacement.

    Derek Ward
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Orthopedics

    Arthritis And Joint Replacement Center

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

    Dr. Derek Ward is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in adult reconstruction of the knee joint. He sees patients with all types of degenerative disease of the knee including osteoarthritis, inflammatory arthritis (such as rheumatoid arthritis), post-traumatic arthritis and avascular necrosis. He is an expert in knee replacement in addition to specializing in revision surgery treating patients with complications from previous joint replacements. Ward takes a comprehensive approach to the diagnosis and management of knee pain, incorporating the latest advancements in perioperative pain management, surgical reconstruction, and recovery including robotic surgery, partial knee replacement and complex revision surgery. Ward completed his undergraduate training at Williams College and then spent several years working in Washington D.C. in health care policy and in Africa working in global health. He completed his medical training at UCSF in 2010 where he spent an extra year studying health care policy. He remained at UCSF to complete his residency in orthopedic surgery in 2015 followed by a fellowship in adult reconstruction at the prestigious Rothman Institute in Philadelphia. He joined the UCSF faculty in 2016. Ward has won multiple awards for patient care, teaching, and research including the James A. Rand Award from the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons and the John Charnley Award from the Hip Society, as well as the Maxine Papadakis Award for Professionalism and Respect and the James Morris Award for Physician Compassion. Ward is also affiliate faculty at the UCSF Philip R. Lee Institute for Health Policy Studies. His research interests include health care policy and cost effectiveness, perioperative risk assessment and optimization, medical education, and revision hip and knee replacement. He is a fellow of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, and the American Orthopedic Association, and reviews research for several major journals. Ward serves in multiple leadership roles at UCSF including as the executive medical director for the UCSF-MarinHealth Orthopedic Department at MarinHealth Medical Center and as the orthopedic medical director for the UCSF Hip Fracture Initiative. He is dedicated to educating the next generation of physicians and is actively involved in all levels of medical education. In addition, he is co-director of an annual continuing medication education course at UCSF, Arthroplasty for the Modern Surgeon: Hip, Knee and Health Innovation Technology. Dr. Ward is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Infectious Arthritis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Stefano Bini
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Orthopedics

    Arthritis And Joint Replacement Center

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

    Stefano Bini is an Orthopedics provider in San Francisco, California. Dr. Bini is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Arthritis, Acute Pain, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Bini is currently accepting new patients.

    Brian Feeley
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine

    Sports Medicine Center

    1500 Owens St., 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (7.2 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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Muscle Atrophy, Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Endoscopy, and Osteotomy. Dr. Feeley is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Septic Arthritis?

    Septic arthritis is inflammation of a joint due to a bacterial or fungal infection. Septic arthritis that is due to the bacteria that cause gonorrhea, has different symptoms and is called gonococcal arthritis.

    When should I see a Septic Arthritis doctor near Oakland, 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 Septic Arthritis doctor near Oakland, 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 Septic Arthritis doctors near Oakland, 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 Septic Arthritis doctors near Oakland, 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 Septic Arthritis doctor near Oakland, 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 Septic Arthritis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Septic Arthritis 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 Septic Arthritis doctor near Oakland, 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 Septic Arthritis 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 Septic Arthritis 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 Septic Arthritis doctors near Oakland, CA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Septic Arthritis 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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