Overview
David Cortese, MD, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, joint replacement and fracture care. His particular practice interests include arthroscopic management of tendon, ligament and articular cartilage disorders of the knee and shoulder.Dr. Cortese values a collaborative relationship with his patients to educate them on their condition, the variety of treatment options available and their treatment goals. By partnering with his patients, he develops individualized treatment plans that optimize outcomes and enable his patients to return to the active lifestyle they enjoy.Dr. Cortese is a Fellow of both the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (FAAOS) and the Arthroscopy Association of North America, and is a 12 year U.S. Army veteran. When away from work, he enjoys hiking, cycling and skiing the trails in the region.Request an orthopedic appointment.
Dr. Cortese is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
11511 Canterwood Blvd NW, Suite 205, Gig Harbor, WA 98332
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. David Cortese
How do I make an appointment with Dr. David Cortese?
You can book an appointment with Dr. David Cortese by calling their office at 253-530-2663. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. David Cortese a top-rated expert for Osteoarthritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David Cortese is classified as an Advanced expert for Osteoarthritis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. David Cortese specialize in?
While Dr. David Cortese is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Tenosynovitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. David Cortese participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. David Cortese has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteoarthritis. You can view a list of Dr. David Cortese's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. David Cortese accept my insurance?
Dr. David Cortese accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 253-530-2663 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
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- OsteoarthritisDr. Cortese isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- TendinitisDr. Cortese isAdvanced. Learn about Tendinitis.
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- Achilles Tendon RuptureDr. Cortese isExperienced. Learn about Achilles Tendon Rupture.
- Baker CystDr. Cortese isExperienced. Learn about Baker Cyst.
- BursitisDr. Cortese isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Caffey DiseaseDr. Cortese isExperienced. Learn about Caffey Disease.
- Calcium Pyrophosphate ArthritisDr. Cortese isExperienced. Learn about Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis.
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeDr. Cortese isExperienced. Learn about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.