Overview
Dr. Russell N. Stitzlein is a fellowship-trained UCI Health orthopaedic surgeon who specializes adult and pediatric orthopaedic oncology, bone and soft-tissue tumors as well as hip and knee replacement, .His clinical interests include treatment of malignant tumors of the bones or soft tissues (e.g., muscles, nerves, tendons, fat), including tumors that have metastasized from other primary tumor sites (e.g., lung, breast, prostate, kidney, thyroid) and limb salvage. He also treats adults with hip and knee arthritis and .Stitzlein earned his medical degree with special qualifications in biomedical research at Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine at Case Western Reserve University. He completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, followed by a fellowship in musculoskeletal oncology at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.Stitzlein has published several research papers and book chapters in his field. His research interests include outcomes after limb salvage surgery in orthopaedic oncology, as well as developing and using custom guides and implants for bone tumor patients.
Dr. Stitzlein is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Rhabdoid Tumor, Rhabdoid Tumor Predisposition Syndrome, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.
Dr. Stitzlein is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 17 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
101 The City Drive South, Building 29, Orange, CA 92868
101 The City Drive South, Orange, CA 92868
101 The City Drive South, Building 23, Orange, CA 92868
19200 Jamboree Road, Suite 4100, Irvine, CA 92612
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Stitzlein 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.
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Russell N. Stitzlein
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Russell N. Stitzlein?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Russell N. Stitzlein by calling their office at 714-456-7012. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Russell N. Stitzlein a top-rated expert for Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Russell N. Stitzlein is classified as an Distinguished expert for Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, 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. Russell N. Stitzlein specialize in?
While Dr. Russell N. Stitzlein is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Rhabdoid Tumor, and Rhabdoid Tumor Predisposition Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Russell N. Stitzlein participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Russell N. Stitzlein has published 17 articles and abstracts on conditions like Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma. You can view a list of Dr. Russell N. Stitzlein's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Russell N. Stitzlein accept my insurance?
Dr. Russell N. Stitzlein accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 714-456-7012 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Stitzlein isDistinguished. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Alveolar Soft Part SarcomaDr. Stitzlein isDistinguished. Learn about Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma.
- Bone TumorDr. Stitzlein isDistinguished. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- GanglioneuroblastomaDr. Stitzlein isDistinguished. Learn about Ganglioneuroblastoma.
- HemangiopericytomaDr. Stitzlein isDistinguished. Learn about Hemangiopericytoma.
- Rhabdoid TumorDr. Stitzlein isDistinguished. Learn about Rhabdoid Tumor.
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- AcrospiromaDr. Stitzlein isAdvanced. Learn about Acrospiroma.
- AngiomyomaDr. Stitzlein isAdvanced. Learn about Angiomyoma.
- Caffey DiseaseDr. Stitzlein isAdvanced. Learn about Caffey Disease.
- Carney ComplexDr. Stitzlein isAdvanced. Learn about Carney Complex.
- ChondroblastomaDr. Stitzlein isAdvanced. Learn about Chondroblastoma.
- ChondromaDr. Stitzlein isAdvanced. Learn about Chondroma.
- Experienced
- AlkaptonuriaDr. Stitzlein isExperienced. Learn about Alkaptonuria.
- BursitisDr. Stitzlein isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- ChordomaDr. Stitzlein isExperienced. Learn about Chordoma.
- Fibrodysplasia Ossificans ProgressivaDr. Stitzlein isExperienced. Learn about Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva.
- Ganglion CystDr. Stitzlein isExperienced. Learn about Ganglion Cyst.
- Hereditary Multiple OsteochondromasDr. Stitzlein isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Multiple Osteochondromas.