Dr. James J. Reid, MD
Orthopedist
3831 Hughes Ave Suite 700 Culver City CA, 90232About
Dr. James Reid is dual Fellowship trained/Board Certified orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Reid specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the body's musculoskeletal system. He has extensive experience in trauma, fracture care, reconstruction/joint replacements, sports medicine/arthroscopy and limb salvage. He has extensive clinical and bench top reasearch, coupled with his numerous articles/chapters in the area of Orthopaedic Surgery.
As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Reid treats various conditions of bones, ligaments, muscles, joints, nerves and tendons. Orthopaedic surgeons can specialize in certain areas like the hand, hip, foot and ankle, shoulder and elbow or the knee; and Dr Reid treats all these body parts.
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Education and Training
University of Southern California Bachelor of Science degree in Biology 0
Albert Einstein College of Medicine MD 0
LAC + USC Medical Center Orthopaedic Surgery Residency 0
The Palo Alto Medical Foundation Sports Medicine/Arthroscopy Fellowship 0
Baylor University Medical Center Foot/Ankle Surgery Fellowship 0
Board Certification
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
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Dr. James J. Reid, MD's Expert Contributions
Can a disc hernia cause leg pain?
Absolutely if it impinges on a nerve READ MORE
About knock knee
You would only treat that if it causes pain or loss of function READ MORE
How long does it take to feel good after hip replacement?
Depends on where the incision is READ MORE
left lower leg pain
Perhaps. Go get checked out READ MORE
Can a dislocated arm heal itself?
Not sure where “dislocated” part of arm is READ MORE
How can I stop my knee pain?
Go see a doctor for an evaluation READ MORE
What helps pain after patella surgery?
Your operating physician should be of help READ MORE
How do you fix bursitis in the shoulder?
Typically injection and physical therapy READ MORE
What type of massage is best for arthritis?
Sport massage/range of motion READ MORE
Can you fix a slipped rib?
Depends. Sometimes these require surgery to correct READ MORE
When should I worry about knee swelling?
Yes. You should see a physician READ MORE
Is a chiropractor good for upper back pain?
Typically- especially if it is acute READ MORE
Can a chiropractor help with wrist pain?
Unlikely READ MORE
How can I relieve knee cap pain?
Many reasons for it. Difficult to answer, physical therapy is typically the first mode of treatment. READ MORE
i just need to know if it hurts to get a cast on a broken leg
If you can walk on your on your leg; it’s probably not broken. If the leg continues to hurt, an xray should be performed. READ MORE
Cortisone Shot and Nausea
No. You should contact your physician. READ MORE
My Back Pain is Killing Me!
Have your parents take you to your doctor for an examination. READ MORE
Wrist and hand pain
It sounds like you may need injections and bracing, but sometimes carpal tunnel release. You should speak to your doctor. READ MORE
Does walking help bad knees that are extremely painful?
You should exercise as tolerated/low impact-swimming, etc. However, the damage to your knees is significant and may require surgical treatment. READ MORE
knee pain
It could be a meniscal or other structural damage. You should discuss with your physician. READ MORE
Professional Memberships
- Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
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Get to know Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. James J. Reid, who serves patients in California.
Dr. Reid is a dual fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopedic surgeon and extremity specialist. He serves the community of Culver City in Los Angeles, California, with the highest level of skilled care for his patients.
At his practice, he offers a broad complement of orthopedic and sports medicine nonoperative and operative treatments: including injections, joint replacement arthroplasty, joint arthroscopy, as well as fracture care. His many years of training and experience offer accurate diagnoses and treatments for all upper extremity injuries and foot/ankle injuries.
After growing up in the Bay Area, Dr. Reid went on to complete his undergraduate studies at the University of Southern California, where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences. Following this, he completed a pre-medical, post baccalaureate program for minority medical student applicants at the University of California, San Diego, where he graduated with Provost’s Honors.
Furthering his education, Dr. Reid went to medical school at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx, New York. In between his second and third years of medical school, he was awarded the prestigious American Heart Association Research Fellowship and completed the year of benchtop medical research at the University of California, San Francisco.
After graduating from medical school, Dr. Reid completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at LAC + USC Medical Center. He then performed two orthopedic fellowships: in arthroscopy/sports medicine at the Palo Alto Medical Foundation, and in foot/ankle surgery at Baylor University Medical Center.
Providing skilled, compassionate care for patients of all ages, the doctor is board-certified in orthopedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS). The ABOS is an organization with the goal of establishing educational and professional standards for orthopedic residents and surgeons as well as evaluating the qualifications and competence of orthopedic surgeons.
Since 2010, Dr. Reid has been serving as the Medical Director of Delphi Healthcare Partners Orthopedic Program, Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital. He can also be found on the Surgical Monitoring Committee at the said hospital.
Previously, from 2007 until 2011, he served as the Assistant Medical Director at Tissue Banks International. He was also a part of the San Francisco Orthopedic Residency Program at St. Mary’s Medical Center from 2008 until 2009, after which he served in many other positions until he opened his private practice in May of 2019.
Maintaining several memberships in professional orthopedic surgery organizations, Dr. Reid is a member of the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society, the Arthroscopy Association of North America, and the Southern Graduate Orthopedic Society. He is also a current Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.
Orthopedic surgery is the branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. Orthopedic surgeons use both surgical and non-surgical means to treat musculoskeletal trauma, sports injuries, degenerative diseases, infections, tumors, and congenital disorders.
Throughout his brilliant career, Dr. Reid has authored countless orthopedic publications/book chapters, and has spoken at several national/international surgical conferences. He has also earned distinguished positions and numerous awards, including: “2016 Top Doctors”, Pasadena Magazine – 2016; “Top Orthopedists”, Consumer Research Council of America – 2014; Orthopedic Basic Science Research Paper Award, USC Keck School of Medicine-USC Graduate Orthopedic Society, Los Angeles, California – 2005; Minority Medical School Scholarship, Albert Einstein College of Medicine; The Bronx, New York – 1995-1997, 1998-2000; American Heart Association Research Fellowship Recipient – 1997-1998; and Provost’s Honors, University of California San Diego School of Medicine Post Baccalaureate Program; San Diego, California – 1994-1995.
Looking forward to helping patients gain their quality of life back after an injury, Dr. Reid was a fellow team physician for the Raiders and spent time working with intercollegiate and Olympic athletes. In addition, his critical analytical orthopedic expertise has allowed him to serve as an expert witness to help injured patients.
Outside of practicing medicine, he enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, snowboarding, as well as playing basketball and football. He speaks English and medical Spanish.
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