Dr. Paul Toogood
Overview
Dr. Paul Toogood is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in traumatic injuries and hip and knee replacement. He primarily treats adults but occasionally provides care for children. Toogood has been the Academy Chair in Orthopaedic Surgery since 2018. His research examines the care of patients with traumatic injuries or arthritis. He focuses particularly on vulnerable patients, such as those with a substance use disorder. Toogood earned his medical degree at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, where he also completed a master's degree in medicine. He completed a residency in orthopedic surgery at UCSF, a fellowship in orthopedic trauma at Harborview Medical Center (an affiliate of the University of Washington) and a fellowship in hip and knee replacement at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Toogood is a member of the Orthopaedic Trauma Association, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and AO North America.
Dr. Toogood is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Lordosis, Infectious Arthritis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 26 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1500 Owens St., San Francisco, CA 94158
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. Paul Toogood
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Paul Toogood?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Paul Toogood 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. Paul Toogood a top-rated expert for Osteoarthritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Paul Toogood 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. Paul Toogood specialize in?
While Dr. Paul Toogood is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Hip Replacement, and Lordosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Paul Toogood participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Paul Toogood has published 26 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteoarthritis. You can view a list of Dr. Paul Toogood's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Paul Toogood accept my insurance?
Dr. Paul Toogood accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. 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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- OsteoarthritisDr. Toogood isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
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- Acute PainDr. Toogood isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pain.
- Bone GraftDr. Toogood isExperienced. Learn about Bone Graft.
- BursitisDr. Toogood isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Fractured SpineDr. Toogood isExperienced. Learn about Fractured Spine.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Toogood isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- Infectious ArthritisDr. Toogood isExperienced. Learn about Infectious Arthritis.