Dr. James Tibone, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
1520 San Pablo St, Ste 2000, Los Angeles, CA 90033
At a glance
4.97 stars (29 reviews)
99% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 45 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, UnitedHealthcare Oxford, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Thomas Jefferson University, Doctor of Medicine
Works at Keck Medicine of USC - Orthopedic Surgery
2 office locations · View practice profile
4.97
29 reviews
Bedside manner
5.0
Wait time
4.9
Recent reviews
Dr. Tibone was patient and heard my issues. The wait was not long and I was able to get my xrays at the office.
September 5, 2019Bowen J.Verified patient
Awesome! I always feel that doctor & staff care about me. Very professional and friendly. I am confident that I am receiving the best care possible!
More than 1 year agoRS
Office location
Keck Medicine of USC - Health Sciences Campus
1520 San Pablo St, Ste 2000, Los Angeles, CA, 90033
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Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare Oxford
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Pain in joint
Arthritis
Pain in joint
Arthritis
More about Dr. James Tibone, MD
Dr. Tibone holds the Moss Foundation Professorship in Sports Medicine in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Keck School of Medicine of USC and he is the medical director for USC's Athletic Department. Dr. Tibone is an internationally recognized expert in sports injuries of the shoulder, knee and elbow and total and reverse shoulder replacement surgeries. A prolific writer and speaker, Dr. Tibone has extensive experience working with professional athletes. He is a team physician for USC's football team and has also served as team physician for numerous sports organizations, including the Los Angeles Kings. He is also the consulting physician for the Los Angeles Dodgers and Lakers, as well as the Anaheim Ducks. He recently started working with the Los Angeles Rams since they returned to L.A. Dr. Tibone has been voted a Super Doctor by Los Angeles Magazine and was the North American editor for the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery. He has served on numerous national professional committees, and is a past president of the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons. He received his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia and completed his fellowship in sports medicine at the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic in Los Angeles.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Thomas Jefferson University, Doctor of Medicine
Los Angeles County Harbor–UCLA Medical Center, Internship in Surgery
Los Angeles County Harbor–UCLA Medical Center, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic, Fellowship in Sports Medicine
Practice
Affiliation
Keck Hospital of USC
Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery)
Awards and publications
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Los Angeles Magazine: Top Doctors, 2018
AOSSM: Robert E Leach Sports Medicine Leadership Award , 2018
Best Doctors: Best Doctors in America, 2017-2018
Voted one of World's Leading Doctors
Los Angeles Magazine: Super Doctor, 2016-2018
Bicruciate lesion biomechanics, Part 1-Diagnosis: translations over 15 mm at 90° of knee flexion are indicative of a complete tear Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc. 2018 Jun 08.
Glenohumeral Internal Rotation Deficit and Risk of Upper Extremity Injury in Overhead Athletes: A Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review Sports Health. 2018 Mar/Apr; 10(2):125-132.
National Athletic Trainers' Association Position Statement: Evaluation, Management, and Outcomes of and Return-to- Play Criteria for Overhead Athletes With Superior Labral Anterior-Posterior Injuries J Athl Train. 2018 Mar; 53(3):209-229.
Return to Play After Shoulder Instability Surgery in National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Intercollegiate Football Athletes Am J Sports Med. 2017 Aug; 45(10):2329-2335.
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1831174523
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Overall rating
4.97
Wait time
4.92
Bedside manner
5.00
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Dr. Tibone was patient and heard my issues. The wait was not long and I was able to get my xrays at the office.
September 5, 2019Bowen J.Verified patient
Everyone was very professional but friendly. Great!
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Everyone was very professional but friendly. Great!
More than 1 year agoMG
Everything was fine. No issues.
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Awesome! I always feel that doctor & staff care about me. Very professional and friendly. I am confident that I am receiving the best care possible!
More than 1 year agoRS
The very best.
More than 1 year agoRA
I would highly recommend Dr Tibone! He is terrific! Excellent! So caring! Dr. Tibone's bedside manner is awesome! We didn't have to wait. Also we loved Dr John - He was outstanding! My shoulder is better and I don't need surgery! Yay!
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Which hospital is Dr. James Tibone affiliated with?
Dr. James Tibone is affiliated with Keck Hospital of USC.
What practice does Dr. James Tibone work with?
Dr. James Tibone works with Keck Medicine of USC - Orthopedic Surgery.
Where is Dr. James Tibone's office located?
Dr. James Tibone has 2 office locations in Los Angeles, view full addresses on Dr. Tibone's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Tibone have?
Dr. James Tibone is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. James Tibone?
Dr. James Tibone frequently sees patients for Arthritis, Knee Pain, Knee Problems, Orthopedic Consultation, and Sports Injury. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. James Tibone on their profile.
What languages does Dr. James Tibone speak?
Dr. James Tibone speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. James Tibone in reviews?
29 patients have reviewed Dr. James Tibone. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.97/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.92/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.