UCSD is at the forefront of recent technological advances in the field of orthopedic medicine.
The Department of Orthopedic Surgery research scientists are recognized internationally as leaders in their field and are committed to opening new frontiers for the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders. Their discoveries translate into the advanced patient care provided by our physicians.
The Foot & Ankle Service is focusing on research in the areas of:
- Sports injury surgery
- Functional repair of tendon and ligament ruptures and tears
- Minimally invasive internal fixation