Overview
Michael P. Leathers, MD is a skilled orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine physician in Sacramento, California. Inspired by his patients, Dr. Leathers chose to pursue a specialty in sports medicine because the men and women he treats are highly motivated to improve their health and performance.Dr. Leathers earned his medical degree and graduated with honors of the highest distinction from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. While there, Dr. Leathers was invited to join Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA), the most prestigious honor society exclusive to only the top medical students in the country.Following graduation, Dr. Leathers went on to complete his internship in general surgery and his residency in orthopedic surgery at the University of California, Los Angeles. He then completed his fellowship in sports medicine and shoulder replacement at the University of California, San Francisco. This fellowship emphasized advanced reconstruction of knee ligaments, shoulder ligaments, tendons, and replacements for arthritis, as well as hip arthroscopy.In addition to attending the top orthopedic training programs in the country, Dr. Leathers is an accomplished presenter and has authored publications on multiple topics, including shoulder replacements, ACL reconstructions, pediatric fractures, and cartilage defects in the knee.Whether he's reconstructing a torn ACL in a professional football player or repairing a rotator cuff in a weekend tennis player, Dr. Leathers is motivated by the enthusiasm of the athletes in his care.I believe that as a physician my job is help educate and inform the patient so that he or she can make the best healthcare decision for themselves. While some conditions are amenable to surgery, most problems can be solved with a nonoperative or conservative approach and it is important to review these choices with the patient to help optimize his or her care. My goal and care philosophy centers around trying to get patients back to the activites they love to do.
Dr. Leathers is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Trochlear Dysplasia, Infectious Arthritis, Osteotomy, and Hip Replacement.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
2801 K St, Suite 330, Sacramento, CA 95816
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. Michael P. Leathers
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael P. Leathers?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael P. Leathers by calling their office at 916-732-3000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael P. Leathers a top-rated expert for Osteoarthritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael P. Leathers 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. Michael P. Leathers specialize in?
While Dr. Michael P. Leathers is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Osteotomy, and Hip Replacement. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Michael P. Leathers participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michael P. Leathers has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteoarthritis. You can view a list of Dr. Michael P. Leathers's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Michael P. Leathers accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael P. Leathers accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 916-732-3000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- OsteoarthritisDr. Leathers isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- OsteotomyDr. Leathers isAdvanced. Learn about Osteotomy.
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- Hip ReplacementDr. Leathers isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- Infectious ArthritisDr. Leathers isExperienced. Learn about Infectious Arthritis.
- TendinitisDr. Leathers isExperienced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- Trochlear DysplasiaDr. Leathers isExperienced. Learn about Trochlear Dysplasia.