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Nationally Recognized Sports Medicine Doctors

Sports injuries can keep you off the field, off the court and away from the activities you love. At Hoag Orthopedic Institute, our fellowship-trained sports medicine specialists provide advanced, personalized care to athletes at every level, from club sports and high school athletes to the pros. From knees and shoulders to hips, ankles and spine, we help you back to your life’s pursuits faster.

Our commitment to exceptional outcomes is reflected in our low complication rates and continued national recognition as one of the nation’s top-performing orthopedic programs.

Getting You Back to Your Life’s Pursuit. Hoag Orthopedic Institute.

At your first appointment, you’ll meet with a board-certified, fellowship-trained sports medicine doctor who will take the time to understand your injury, training demands, and performance goals. You'll have a detailed discussion of your symptoms, medical history, and any imaging or test results you bring. Next, your sports medicine specialist will perform a focused physical exam to assess strength, range of motion, and joint stability.

If additional insight is needed, advanced imaging, such as X-rays, MRI, or ultrasound, can be arranged on-site. Together, you’ll review the findings, explore treatment options, and decide on the next steps. Before you leave, our sports injury doctor will design a personalized treatment plan to maximize your recovery and return to your sport safely and confidently.



Why Choose Us?

Our fellowship-trained orthopedic sports medicine specialists are trusted leaders for providing the most advanced care to competitors of all levels.

Our physicians provide innovative treatments, ranging from PRP injections and cartilage restoration to minimally invasive surgery to get you back to your life’s pursuits faster and safer.

If surgery is right for you, our experienced, fellowship-trained surgeons provide the most advanced treatment options available. Most of our surgical patients go home the same day.

If you’re seeking a second opinion, our sports medicine experts can provide the expertise and clarity you need to make a confident, informed decision to get you back on the field faster.

Division Chief of Sports Medicine: David Gazzaniga, MD

David Gazzaniga, MD is a renowned orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in sports medicine, and injuries of the shoulder, elbow, knee, and hip. Dr. Gazzaniga serves as a consulting physician for the Los Angeles Chargers while serving as the Division Chief of Sports Medicine for Hoag Orthopedic Institute in Orange County, CA. Dr. Gazzaniga’s goal is to improve access to orthopedic care with a commitment to research, education, and the latest advancements in sports medicine. Over the years, Dr. Gazzaniga has also served as the head team physician for professional and Olympic sports teams, including the New York Jets, New York Islanders and USA Women’s Water Polo.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • At your first appointment, you’ll meet with a board-certified, fellowship-trained sports medicine doctor who will take the time to understand your injury, training demands, and performance goals. You'll have a detailed discussion of your symptoms, medical history, and any imaging or test results you bring. Next, your sports medicine specialist will perform a focused physical exam to assess strength, range of motion, and joint stability.

    If additional insight is needed, advanced imaging, such as X-rays, MRI, or ultrasound, can be arranged on-site. Together, you’ll review the findings, explore treatment options, and decide on the next steps. Before you leave, our sports injury doctor will design a personalized treatment plan to maximize your recovery and return to your sport safely and confidently.

  • When you're ready to meet with an experienced sports medicine doctor at Hoag Orthopedic Institute, call (949) 890-0464 or complete our online request form. We’ll match you with the orthopedic sports medicine specialist best suited to your needs and help arrange any imaging or records in advance.

    From your very first visit, you’ll have access to a dedicated team of sports medicine specialists and the latest diagnostic tools and advanced treatment options to get you back to your sport safely and with confidence.

  • Our award-winning team of orthopedic sports medicine specialists treats injuries ranging from sprains and tendonitis to complex ligament tears, fractures, and joint damage. HOI’s sports medicine doctors do not just treat an injury—they dig deeper to diagnose any underlying issues to get patients back to doing what they love sooner.

    HOI sports medicine doctors start with non-surgical options whenever possible, including seamless access to imaging, physical therapy and performance specialists, bracing, activity modification, and image-guided injections to reduce pain and speed your healing.

    When surgery is your best path forward, our orthopedic sports surgeons perform procedures such as arthroscopic ligament reconstruction, rotator cuff repair, cartilage restoration, and others.

    Our sports medicine surgeons use the most advanced minimally invasive techniques designed to restore full function and support long-term performance while preserving the healthy surrounding tissues.

    We customize your treatment to your sport and performance goals, helping you recover fully, protect against re-injury, and return to play with confidence.

  • At Hoag Orthopedic Institute, our board-certified, fellowship-trained sports medicine doctors, orthopedic surgeons, and rehabilitation specialists bring advanced expertise to diagnosing and treating sports-related injuries. Whether you’re a competitive athlete or simply embrace an active lifestyle, our sports medicine specialists design your care around your performance goals and your long-term health. Unlike primary care sports medicine doctors who typically see just a small number of sports injuries, HOI’s sports medicine team only treat sports medicine injuries and conditions—day in and day out.

    When you need surgery, our sports orthopedic surgeons use the most advanced technology and non-operative treatment options to achieve exceptional accuracy in repair and reconstruction to help safeguard healthy tissues, restore proper mechanics, and support a faster, more confident return to play.

    From your first consultation through recovery, you’ll work with a team that understands the demands of your sport and is committed to getting you back to doing what you love—safely and at your highest level.

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