Dr. Padilla has been practicing Orthopaedic Surgery in San Diego since 1995. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery with a sub-specialty certification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the Arthroscopy Association of North America.
Dr. Padilla attended undergraduate school at Pepperdine University receiving a B.S. degree in Sports Medicine. At the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) he pursued graduate studies in Kinesiology as well as his Doctor of Medicine degree. He completed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at Duke University Medical Center.
Dr. Padilla has a long resume of athletic accomplishments. He was a Division 1 two-sport athlete in Swimming and Waterpolo competing in the NCAA Championship Final Four, a 5x finisher of the Hawaii Ironman Triathlon, Sprint Triathlon National Champion, and 5x member of the USA Triathlon Team.
If you are a elite athlete or weekend warrior Dr. Padilla has the training, experience and is committed to helping you acheive your goals.
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Education Background
RESIDENCY
Duke University Medical Center
MEDICAL SCHOOL
David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla - 1988
Languages Spoken
Spanish
English
Location & Hours
Orthopaedic Specialists Of North County
351 Santa Fe Dr Ste 100, Encinitas, CA 92024
Mon:8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tue:8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wed:8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thu:8:00 am - 5:00 pm Fri:8:00 am - 4:00 pm Sat:Closed Sun:Closed
Specialties Treated
Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
Conditions Addressed
Internal Derangement of Knee
Osteoarthritis
Internal Derangement of Knee Cartilage
Spinal Stenosis
Osteomyelitis
Fractures, Dislocations, Derangement, and Sprains
Sciatica
Rotator cuff syndrome
Intervertebral Disc Degeneration
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Procedures Performed
Lower Leg/Ankle Fractures and Dislocations
Occupational Therapy Evaluation
Lower Leg/Ankle Fractures and Dislocations
Hip/Femur Fractures and Dislocations
Lower Arm/Elbow/Wrist Fractures and Dislocations
Shoulder Surgery
Knee Arthroscopy
Hip Replacement
Physical Therapy
Knee Replacement
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Insurance Accepted
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