Overview
Dr. David Downs is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon who specializes in joint replacement and sports injuries. His clinical interests include hip replacement/arthroplasty, knee replacement/arthroplasty, ACL reconstruction, meniscus repair, cartilage restoration, knee instability, rotator cuff repair, labral repair, shoulder instability, sports injuries and treatment of athletes.He earned his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. He completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery at Loma Linda University Hospital, followed by a fellowship at Kaiser Permanente Irvine Medical Center.He works with patients to tailor treatment plans that optimize activities of daily living and return to sports while minimizing pain. Downs has returned to the area where he was raised, and now serves as team physician for his alma mater, Troy High School in Fullerton, Calif.This practitioner is part of UCI Health Clinical Associates.
Dr. Downs is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Frozen Shoulder, Bursitis, and Tendinitis.
Dr. Downs is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
680 Langsdorf Drive, Suite 103, Fullerton, CA 92831
1301 North Rose Drive, Placentia, CA 92870
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 J. Downs
How do I make an appointment with Dr. David J. Downs?
You can book an appointment with Dr. David J. Downs by calling their office at 714-879-0050. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. David J. Downs a top-rated expert for Osteoarthritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David J. Downs 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 J. Downs specialize in?
While Dr. David J. Downs is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Frozen Shoulder, and Bursitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. David J. Downs participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. David J. Downs has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteoarthritis. You can view a list of Dr. David J. Downs's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. David J. Downs accept my insurance?
Dr. David J. Downs accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 714-879-0050 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- OsteoarthritisDr. Downs isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
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- BursitisDr. Downs isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Frozen ShoulderDr. Downs isExperienced. Learn about Frozen Shoulder.
- TendinitisDr. Downs isExperienced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- TenosynovitisDr. Downs isExperienced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.