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Robotic Joint Surgery At Sharp HealthCare

Synergy Orthopedic specialists provide orthopedic evaluation, surgical consultation, and robotic-assisted joint replacement procedures at participating Sharp HealthCare hospitals in San Diego.

Robotic-assisted technology may be used during certain orthopedic procedures to support surgical planning and implant positioning. Treatment recommendations are based on a patient’s diagnosis, anatomy, overall health, and goals of care.

Orthopedic Services Provided by Synergy Orthopedic Specialists at Sharp HealthCare

  • Joint replacement surgery
  • Hip preservation procedures
  • Sports medicine care
  • Spine care
  • Shoulder and elbow treatment
  • Fracture and trauma care
  • Revision joint replacement surgery

Availability of specific services may vary by physician, facility, and patient condition.

Conditions and Procedures Commonly Treated Through Robotic Assistance

Orthopedic surgical services provided by Synergy Orthopedics at Sharp HealthCare via robotic assistance include total hip and total knee replacement, both of which may incorporate robotic-assisted technology for enhanced precision, as well as partial knee replacement. Other treatments include hip preservation procedures, revision joint replacement, among others.

Synergy Orthopedics Specialists Affiliated with Sharp HealthCare

Joint Replacement Specialists

Harbinder Chadha, MD

Fellowship-trained adult reconstruction. Primary and revision joint replacement, robotic partial knee and hip. Chief of Orthopedics at Chula Vista Sharp Hospital.

Thomas Hong, MD

Fellowship-trained adult reconstruction. Hip and knee arthritis, primary and revision joint replacement. Chula Vista + San Diego. Sharp Coronado, Chula Vista, Grossmont, Memorial. Sharp Community Medical Group network.

Michael Muldoon, MD

Fellowship-trained adult reconstruction.Hip arthroscopy and hip/knee arthroplasty. Primary and complex revision, arthroscopic hip surgery. Interest in hip problems in young active patients. Sharp Coronado, Grossmont, Memorial. San Diego Hip Preservation Center.

Rina Jain, MD

Fellowship-trained adult reconstruction.Primary and revision joint replacement, robotic partial knee. Former Chief of Staff. Sharp Grossmont. Sharp Coronado, Grossmont, Memorial. Sharp Community Medical Group

Sports Medicine Specialists

Tal S. David, MD

Subspecialty certification in orthopedic sports medicine. Regional leader in arthroscopic shoulder/knee surgery. Clinical faculty UCSD. NFL/AHL team physician experience.
Synergy San Diego (4910 Directors Place)

Jonathan Myer, MD

Fellowship-trained in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, and knee/shoulder reconstruction. Leadership at Sharp Grossmont. SDFC sports medicine team.
Sharp Community Medical Group

David J. Burnikel, MD

Ligament reconstruction, rotator cuff repair, cartilage restoration. Also, joint replacement + fracture care.
Synergy Mission Valley, Sharp Coronado, Grossmont

Michael Sirota, MD

ACL reconstruction, rotator cuff repair, and labral surgery. Shoulder, hip, and knee arthroscopy.
Primary base: Sharp Grossmont. Sharp Community Medical Group

John ‘Andy’ Grotting, MD

Board-certified, fellowship-trained sports orthopedic surgeon.
Sharp Coronado

Andromahi Trivellas, MD

Joint Preservation and Sports Medicine. Hip Preservation Clinic at Sharp Memorial. Sharp Chula Vista, Coronado, Grossmont, Memorial. Sharp Community Medical Group. Emphasis on women’s orthopedic health.

Shoulder & Elbow Specialists

Daniel S. Brereton, DO

Complex reconstruction, arthroplasty, arthroscopy, sports injuries.
Sharp hospitals, including Coronado.

Hand & Upper Extremity Specialists

Matthew C. Shillito, MD

Complex reconstruction of the hand, wrist, forearm, and elbow.
Sharp Grossmont and Sharp Community Medical Group

Michael Lucius Pomerantz, MD

Hand/upper extremity.
Sharp Coronado, Chula Vista, and Scripps sites

Jerrick Robker, DO

Hand/upper extremity.
Sharp Coronado, Chula Vista, and Scripps sites

Foot & Ankle Specialists

Scot A. Youngblood, MD

Fellowship-trained foot/ankle specialist, Coronado resident/community leader, Navy, and academic experience. Complex reconstruction, deformity correction, and ankle preservation.
Sharp Coronado

Spine Specialist

Matthew Follett, MD

Fellowship-trained in orthopedic spine, spinal deformities, compression fractures, and revision.
Sharp Chula Vista

Non-surgical specialist

Enoch Chang, MD

Triple-certified physiatrist (PM&R, Sports Medicine, Electrodiagnostic Medicine), image-guided injections, nerve blocks, and biologic treatments.
Synergy Mission Valley, Sharp Community Medical Group

Sharp HealthCare Hospital Locations for Orthopedic Surgery in San Diego

Sharp Memorial Hospital

Located in Kearny Mesa, Sharp Memorial Hospital provides orthopedic services, including joint replacement procedures.

Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

Located in Chula Vista, this facility offers orthopedic care and rehabilitation services for patients in South San Diego County.

Sharp Coronado Hospital

Located in Coronado, Sharp Coronado Hospital provides orthopedic services and inpatient care for eligible patients.

Sharp Grossmont Hospital

Located in La Mesa, Sharp Grossmont Hospital offers orthopedic and joint replacement services for East County residents.

Why Choose Synergy Orthopedics?

Synergy Orthopedics brings together experienced orthopedic specialists across multiple areas of care, allowing patients to receive treatment tailored to their specific condition and goals. Whether you are dealing with chronic joint pain, a sports injury, a fracture, or a spine condition, our team works to provide clear diagnosis, thoughtful treatment planning, and coordinated care from evaluation through recovery.

FAQs

Robotic-assisted joint surgery uses computer-assisted planning and robotic technology to support surgeons during selected orthopedic procedures. The surgeon remains responsible for all surgical decisions and actions.

Robotic-assisted systems may be used for certain total hip replacements, total knee replacements, and partial knee replacements. Procedure availability varies by physician and facility.

Recovery timelines vary based on the procedure performed, the patient’s overall health, rehabilitation progress, and other individual factors. Your surgeon can provide guidance based on your specific treatment plan.

No. Patient eligibility depends on factors such as diagnosis, anatomy, medical history, and surgeon evaluation.

Many patients participate in physical therapy or rehabilitation following orthopedic surgery. Recommendations are based on the procedure performed and the patient’s recovery needs.

Schedule an appointment with a Sharp-affiliated Synergy orthopedic specialist.