Dr. Thomas Schmalzried, MD
Hip and Knee Surgeon
2200 West Third Street, Suite 400, Los Angeles, CA 90057
At a glance
4.73 stars (11 reviews)
95% are satisfied with this provider ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from University of California, Los Angeles
Works at Joint Replacement Institute
Affiliated with Saint Vincent Medical Center
4.73
11 reviews
Bedside manner
4.7
Wait time
4.2
Recent reviews
He was honest, professional, and very pleasant. I felt comfortable with his overall diagnosis and suggested treatment.
September 23, 2013Initials hidden
I am so happy with the outcome of my visit with Dr. Schmalzried! For 36 years I have been living with knee pain that no other doctor had been able to diagnose. Dr. Schmalzried was able to explain to me exactly why I was feeling pain and showed me in detail with x-rays and charts. I wish I had found him earlier! Mystery solved! :)
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Office location
Joint Replacement Institute
2200 West Third Street, Suite 400, Los Angeles, CA, 90057
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Popular visit reasons
Degenerative Disease
Hip Problems
Knee Problems
Orthopedic Consultation
Orthopedic Follow Up
Sports Injury
Worker's Compensation Evaluation
X-ray
Degenerative Disease
Hip Problems
Knee Problems
Orthopedic Consultation
More about Dr. Thomas Schmalzried, MD
Attending Stanford University on a Roscoe Maples Athletic Scholarship, Dr. Schmalzried, was an honor student and varsity letterman in Basketball. He received a degree in Human Biology, with honors and distinction and was elected to the Phi Beta Kappa honor society. Dr. Schmalzried attended UCLA Medical School on the Bicknell Scholarship. He continued at UCLA completing an Internship in Surgery, an Orthopaedic Residency, and a Research Fellowship in Joint Replacement. In 1990-91, he was the Hip and Implant Fellow at Harvard University and served as an Assistant in Orthopaedic Surgery at the Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Schmalzried is currently the Medical Director of the Joint Replacement Institute at St. Vincent Medical Center. Dr. Schmalzried is also on the faculty at the Harbor-UCLA Medical Center.
Dr. Schmalzried is an internationally known leader in total hip and total knee arthroplasty having received numerous awards and honors. He is a three-time recipient of the John Charnley Award for ground-breaking research in hip arthroplasty and has more than 150 academic publications. Dr. Schmalzried has served on the Board of Directors of numerous professional organizations including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the Western Orthopaedic Association, the Orthopaedic Research Society, the Hip Society, and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons. In addition, Dr. Schmalzried is the Joint Arthroplasty Section Editor of Orthopedics Today, the most widely read orthopaedic periodical and serves on several other review and editorial boards.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - University of California, Los Angeles
University of California, Los Angeles, Internship in General Surgery
University of California, Los Angeles, Residency in Orthopedics
Harvard University, Fellowship in Hip and Implant
University of California, Los Angeles, Fellowship in Joint Replacement
Practice
Joint Replacement Institute
Affiliation
Saint Vincent Medical Center
Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Professional memberships
Orthopaedic Research Society
California Orthopaedic Association
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation
Western Orthopaedic Association
The Hip Society
American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons
The American Orthopaedic Association
The Knee Society
Awards and publications
Hip Society - John Charnley Award
AOA-Zimmer Travel Award for Orthopaedic Fellows
John J. Fahey North American Traveling Fellow of the American Orthopaedic Association (AOA)
Presidential Guest Speaker, Orthopaedic Research Society
Presidential Guest, Korean Orthopaedic Association
Elected to Active Membership in The Knee Society
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1841225042
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.73
Wait time
4.18
Bedside manner
4.73
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11 reviews
Most relevant
He was honest, professional, and very pleasant. I felt comfortable with his overall diagnosis and suggested treatment.
September 23, 2013Initials hidden
Great Doc. I would recommend him to anyone considering hip surgery. All support staff were terrific.
May 7, 2013Paul K.Verified patient
Best surgeon ever. Appreciates your business and the opportunity to improve your health.
Marc
February 28, 2013Marc D.Verified patient
He took a call on his cellphone while seeing me. Seemed to be making a lunch date.
December 4, 2015Kevin K.Verified patient
It was a very fruitful consutation
May 1, 2013Leslie W.Verified patient
I love him and his staff - he changed my life
More than 1 year agoKevil L.Verified patient
I am so happy with the outcome of my visit with Dr. Schmalzried! For 36 years I have been living with knee pain that no other doctor had been able to diagnose. Dr. Schmalzried was able to explain to me exactly why I was feeling pain and showed me in detail with x-rays and charts. I wish I had found him earlier! Mystery solved! :)
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Depending on the time of day that your appt is you may have a wait I noticed. But like they say good things come to those that wait. Great doc!
More than 1 year agoLW
DR. SCHMALZRIED AND HIS STAFF ARE VERY PROFESIONAL, DR. ANSWERED ALL MY QUESTION & CONCERNS I WOULD STRONGLY RECOMEND THIS DOCTOR
More than 1 year agoTB
The clinic was very busy on this particular day I went but everyone was very professional and kept me informed and the doctor apoligized for the wait.
More than 1 year agoKB
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Which hospital is Dr. Thomas Schmalzried affiliated with?
Dr. Thomas Schmalzried is affiliated with Saint Vincent Medical Center.
What practice does Dr. Thomas Schmalzried work with?
Dr. Thomas Schmalzried works with Joint Replacement Institute.
Where is Dr. Thomas Schmalzried's office located?
Dr. Thomas Schmalzried's office is located at 2200 West Third Street, Los Angeles, CA 90057.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Schmalzried have?
Dr. Thomas Schmalzried is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Thomas Schmalzried?
Dr. Thomas Schmalzried frequently sees patients for Knee Problems, Orthopedic Consultation, Orthopedic Follow Up, Sports Injury, and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Thomas Schmalzried on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Thomas Schmalzried speak?
Dr. Thomas Schmalzried speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Thomas Schmalzried in reviews?
11 patients have reviewed Dr. Thomas Schmalzried. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.73/5. They have a 4.73/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.18/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.