Home to some of the world’s leading bone, joint, and muscle experts, Southern California Orthopedic Institute is frequently featured in the news. We encourage you to check this page often to see our updates, news, and events as your premier source for orthopedic care and education.
At Southern California Orthopedic Institute, we proudly offer world-class, specialized diagnostics and treatment for the foot and ankle; back, neck and spine; elbow and shoulder; hand and wrist; and hip and knee throughout Southern California in Van Nuys, Bakersfield, Valencia, Simi Valley, Westlake, Beverly Hills, and Porter Ranch.
Dr. Todd Shapiro is featured on Studio 17 Live discussing how to prevent orthopedic injuries in young athletes. Click here to watch the full interview.
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The Southern California Orthopedic Institute offers a free Sports Injury Screening Clinic every Saturday from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. (except holiday weekends) on the second floor of our Van Nuys office. Click here to learn more.
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Golden State Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson underwent successful surgery with our very own Dr. Richard Ferkel to repair his torn right Achilles tendon. Dr. Ferkel's name is one the Warriors undoubtedly remember as he operated on Steph Curry's oft-injured right ankle following the 2011-12 season. The Warriors announced that the operation was "considered a success," but Thompson is going to miss...
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Dr. Gregory Hanker has recently been designated by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as an Aviation Medical Examiner - AME. This enables him to perform “flight physicals” for applicant airmen so that they may obtain their Airman Medical Certificate. Approximately 450,000 applications for airman medical certification are processed each year by the FAA. As an AME, Dr. Hanker is a...
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Barbara and Ed Schriber are very active retirees. Barbara, 67, is an avid pickle ball player and long-distance marathon walker. Her husband Ed, 78, is a former college football player and pickle ball enthusiast as well. Between the two of them, this dynamic duo have six joint replacements between them! Fast-forward to March 2020 – Barbara was playing pickle ball...
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Fellowship-trained sports medicine and arthroscopy surgeon Dr. Theodore Shybut has recently coauthored a new study. The study found that delaying surgery for a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) can increase the risk of damage to the knee joint. The study showed that patients who waited more than 40 days for ACL surgery were more likely to have additional injuries. This is because...
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Board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic sports medicine surgeon Dr. Theodore Shybut was one of four North American orthopedic surgeons selected for the 2023 traveling fellowship for the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA). The prestigious fellowship led Dr. Shybut to gain valuable insights as well as tips and tricks at renowned medical institutions and events across North America, including: ABC Medical Center, Mexico City,...
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Dr. Richard Spelts, nonsurgical sports medicine doctor at SCOI, along with 4 other physicians recently discussed the most contentious trend in sports medicine with Becker's Spine Review. When asked "What is the most contentious trend in sports medicine today?," Dr. Spelts replied with the following: Richard Spelts, DO. Southern California Orthopedic Institute (Los Angeles): For years, we have always been taught...
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On Wednesday, May 8, 2024, fellowship-trained sports medicine and reconstructive knee and shoulder surgeon Dr. Richard Ferkel was inducted into the Smith+Nephew Hall of Fame. He was honored for his contributions to orthopedic surgery and innovation and his commitment to helping patients. Dr. Ferkel is only the eighth surgeon ever inducted in the company's 168-year history. A fellowship-trained sports medicine and reconstructive...
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