Newport Orthopedic Institute

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Orthopedic Surgeon, Andrew Gerken, MD, comments and answers questions regarding the new craze of barefoot running.

16300 Sand Canyon Ave Suite 400 Irvine, CA 92618 Hours Our standard business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Phone (949) 722-7038 Fax (949) 630-4900 Driving Directions The Irvine facility is located in the medical office building adjacent to Hoag Hospital Irvine and Hoag Orthopedic Institute off the Sand Canyon exit. [...]

In addition to our current locations in Newport Beach and Huntington Beach,Newport Orthopedic Institute is excited to announce our new location in Irvine will be open July 1st!

Dr. Gordon appears on the American Health Journal and discusses common back problems.

Before Your Visit Schedule your appointment by calling (949) 722-7038 or request an appointment online Bring all relevant X-rays, MRIs and test results to the office with you Bring any written referral from your primary care physician or internist Bring your a picture ID and insurance card(s) and complete the attached forms before your visit. [...]

By James T. Caillouette, MD Osteoarthritis (OA) is a progressive disease that is sometimes referred to as “wear and tear” arthritis. It is the most common form of the disease?OA accounts for 80% of all arthritis cases–and about 30 million Americans are afflicted with the condition. What happens with OA? Within the joints, an elastic [...]

By Russell S. Petrie, MD Although some orthopedic conditions are more common within certain age groups than others, shoulder problems are now becoming an ?equal opportunity? affliction in all age brackets. Why? Because the rise in popularity of extreme sports?such as daredevil BMX riding and snowboarding–has young people literally throwing their joints out of whack. [...]

By Bill Gabriel, MPT Ski season is just around the corner in southern California, as the weather gets colder and the mountains begin to get snowfall. Before you hit the slopes this year, be sure that your body is prepared to avoid injury. “Skiing and snowboarding are just like any other sport–they require training”, notes [...]

By Michael L. Gordon, MD Osteoporosis is a progressive disease of bone loss that afflicts 28 million Americans. When bones lose their density, they become more porous and susceptible to fracture. It is estimated that 1.5 million bone fractures occur each year. Why is this alarming? Only 25 percent of hip fracture patients will make [...]