Dr. Nirav Pandya
Overview
"Dr. Nirav Pandya is a pediatric orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine for young athletes. He uses a variety of traditional and minimally invasive surgical techniques, providing care in both clinic and hospital settings. He has a particular interest in arthroscopic treatment (techniques that use a specialized endoscope) for cartilage and ligament injuries of the ankle, knee, elbow and shoulder. He serves as vice chair and division chief of pediatric orthopedics, and director for the Center for Sports Medicine for Young Athletes. Pandya's research interests include how single-sport specialization affects young athletes, developing techniques for treating cartilage and ligament injuries in growing athletes, and techniques for improving the outcomes of cartilage and ligament surgeries for the same group. He also studies outcomes of traumatic injuries in pediatric patients. Pandya earned his medical degree at the University of Chicago and completed a residency in orthopedic surgery at the University of Pennsylvania. He then completed a fellowship in pediatric orthopedic surgery at Rady Children's Hospital – San Diego. Pandya is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and a founding member of the Pediatric Research in Sports Medicine Society. He is also a member of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America and Arthroscopy Association of North America. As an undergraduate at the University of Chicago, Pandya was on the track and field team, serving as captain during his senior year. He remains one of the top 10 triple jumpers in the school's history. While in medical school, he served as an assistant coach for the school's track and field team, coaching several national qualifiers in the long and triple jump. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, and exploring the outdoors in the Bay Area. He also co-hosts the podcast "" Six to Eight Weeks: Perspectives on Sports Medicine .""".
Dr. Pandya is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteochondritis Dissecans, Compartment Syndrome, Osgood-Schlatter Disease, Osteotomy, and Endoscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 108 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1500 Owens St., San Francisco, CA 94158
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Dr. Pandya has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nirav Pandya
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nirav Pandya?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Nirav Pandya by calling their office at 415-353-9400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Nirav Pandya a top-rated expert for Osteochondritis Dissecans?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nirav Pandya is classified as an Advanced expert for Osteochondritis Dissecans, 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. Nirav Pandya specialize in?
While Dr. Nirav Pandya is a Sports Medicine, they have specific expertise in Osteochondritis Dissecans, Osteotomy, and Compartment Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Sports Medicine.
Does Dr. Nirav Pandya participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Nirav Pandya has published 108 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteochondritis Dissecans. You can view a list of Dr. Nirav Pandya's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Nirav Pandya accept my insurance?
Dr. Nirav Pandya accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-9400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Osteochondritis DissecansDr. Pandya isAdvanced. Learn about Osteochondritis Dissecans.
- OsteotomyDr. Pandya isAdvanced. Learn about Osteotomy.
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- Bone GraftDr. Pandya isExperienced. Learn about Bone Graft.
- BursitisDr. Pandya isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- ClubfootDr. Pandya isExperienced. Learn about Clubfoot.
- Collins Pope SyndromeDr. Pandya isExperienced. Learn about Collins Pope Syndrome.
- Compartment SyndromeDr. Pandya isExperienced. Learn about Compartment Syndrome.
- EndoscopyDr. Pandya isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.