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If your injury requires professional evaluation, here are trusted sports medicine and orthopedic resources in Orange County. Always check with your insurance provider before booking an appointment.
Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Clinics
UCI Health Sports Medicine
Comprehensive sports medicine care for high school, college, and recreational athletes across Orange County. Fellowship-trained physicians specialize in running-related musculoskeletal injuries, injury prevention, and personalized treatment plans.
714-456-7012 — ucihealth.org/medical-services/programs/sports-medicine
CHOC Orthopaedic Institute
Specialized orthopedic and sports medicine care specifically for children and adolescent athletes. One of the most appropriate resources for high school runners in Orange County.
714-633-2111 — choc.org
Hoag Sports Medicine
Sports medicine specialists serving athletes at every level from high school to professional, with expertise in non-surgical management of running injuries, orthopedic conditions, and rehabilitation.
hoag.org/programs/sports-medicine
Newport Orthopedic Institute
Orthopedic surgeons and certified athletic trainers serving Orange County high schools directly. Athletes referred by their athletic trainers are typically seen within 24 hours.
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Specialists in Orange County
Dr. John Schlechter, DO — CHOC Orthopaedic Institute
Pediatric orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and arthroscopy for children and adolescents. Team physician for several local Orange County high schools and one of the most directly relevant specialists for high school runners in the area.
- 714-633-2111 — youthsportsortho.com
- Appointments available directlyDr. Dean Wang, MD — UCI Health
Chief of Sports Medicine at UCI Health and Head Team Physician for UCI Athletics. Board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports-related injuries of the knee, shoulder, hip, and elbow.
- 714-456-7012 — ucihealth.org
- Appointments typically require a referral from your primary care physicianDr. Tyler Johnston, MD — UCI Health
Dual fellowship-trained orthopedic sports medicine surgeon and Team Physician for UCI Athletics. Specializes in sports-related musculoskeletal injuries of the upper and lower extremities.
- 714-456-7012 — ucihealth.org
- Appointments typically require a referral from your primary care physician