Dr. Tigran Garabekyan, MD, Santa Monica, CA

About Dr. Tigran Garabekyan

Dr. Tigran Garabekyan is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in complex hip preservation for adolescents and young adults. From labral tears and impingement to hip dysplasia and his deep expertise in PAO (periacetabular osteotomy) surgery, he’s one of the few surgeons nationally focused on treating pre-arthritic conditions with precision and long-term stability in mind. Patients consistently describe Dr. Garabekyan as patient, highly knowledgeable, and deeply reassuring—someone who listens closely and explains everything in a way that makes sense. Dr. Garabekyan earned his Doctor of Medicine from the University of California, San Diego. He completed an internship in General Surgery at the University of California, San Francisco, followed by a residency in Orthopedic Surgery at Marshall University. He then pursued a fellowship in Sports Medicine and Hip Preservation Surgery at the University of Colorado. He has authored and co-authored numerous journal articles, textbook chapters, and online publications in orthopedic surgery. Dr. Garabekyan has been an invited speaker at national and international conferences, presenting the results of his work. His research interests include improved characterization of acetabular dysplasia, the role of femoral torsion and acetabular version in borderline dysplasia, and capsular management during hip arthroscopy. Additionally, Dr. Garabekyan has served as the Assistant Team Physician for Marshall University, treating sports injuries in Division I athletes and successfully returning them to play.

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Popular visit reasons

Arthroscopy

Hip Pain

Hip Problems

Hip Replacement Surgery

Orthopedic Consultation

Orthopedic Follow Up

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Osteoarthritis

Arthroscopy

Hip Pain

Hip Problems

Hip Replacement Surgery

Office location

Commons Clinic

2901 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 300, Santa Monica, CA 90403

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Education and background

Practice names

Commons Clinic

Board certifications

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Education and training

Medical School - University of California San Diego, Doctor of Medicine
University Cal San Francisco, Internship in General Surgery
Marshall University, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
University of Colorado, Fellowship in Sports Medicine and Hip Preservation Surgery

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1659532331

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What practice does Dr. Tigran Garabekyan work with?

Dr. Tigran Garabekyan works with Commons Clinic.

Where is Dr. Tigran Garabekyan's office located?

Dr. Tigran Garabekyan's office is located at 2901 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90403.

Which board certifications does Dr. Tigran Garabekyan have?

Dr. Tigran Garabekyan is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Tigran Garabekyan?

Dr. Tigran Garabekyan frequently sees patients for Arthroscopy, Hip Pain, Hip Problems, Orthopedic Consultation, and Orthopedic Follow Up. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Tigran Garabekyan on their profile.