
Dr. Joel Michael Matta M.D.
Orthopedist
2001 Santa Monica Blvd 1090 Santa Monica CA, 90404About
Specializing in orthopedic surgery, Dr. Joel Matta, MD is one of the country's most highly rated doctors. He currently sees patients in Los angeles, California and Santa monica, California. Dr. Matta ...
Education and Training
Or Hlth Sci Univ Sch of Med, Portland Or 1973
Oregon Health And Science University School of Medicine,Portland, Or, United States 1973
Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine 1973
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Surgical treatment of acetabular fractures.
- Periacetabular osteotomy through the Smith-Petersen approach.
- MRI and avascular necrosis.
- Factors related to hip muscle weakness following fixation of acetabular fractures.
- Striving for statistical significance: how important is it?
- Superior gluteal artery in the extended iliofemoral approach.
- Multicenter trials.
- Acetabular fractures.
- Bilateral THA.
- Letournel classification for acetabular fractures. Assessment of interobserver and intraobserver reliability.
- Hip arthrodesis: a procedure for the new millennium?
- The Levine anterior approach for total hip replacement as the treatment for an acute acetabular fracture.
- Surgical management of pelvic ring injuries.
- Excellence in clinical practice: how to improve your clinical results.
- Safety and efficacy of the extended iliofemoral approach in the treatment of complex fractures of the acetabulum.
Awards
- 2010-2012 Southern California Super Doctors
- 2009 Southern California Super Doctors 2008
Treatments
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Birth Defects
- Pain
Dr. Joel Michael Matta M.D.'s Practice location
Joel Matta
2001 Santa Monica Blvd 1090 -Santa Monica, CA 90404Get Direction
VAIL, CO 81657Get Direction
The Steadman Clinic
181 W Meadow Dr 400 -Vail, CO 81657Get Direction
Dr. Joel Michael Matta M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewRecommended Articles
- Know Your Risk for Bone Fractures
Have you ever received a bone density test? This test is crucial for women who are experiencing menopause, as it tests how thin and frail their bones are. One might be prescribed medications to help this condition.“Bone density tests are good indicators for the risks of fractures”, says...
- Hip Pain: Causes and Treatment
Any pain that is felt around the hip joint is usually referred to as hip pain. This is a very common condition and often confusing, as there are several reasons for the pain in the hip region. Hip pain can make everyday activities more difficult. Many people feel a snapping sound in the hip joint....
- Diagnosis of Osteoporosis
It is important to get a diagnosis for osteoporosis as soon as you experience any of the symptoms associated with the condition. One should not prolong a visit with a doctor because the sooner the diagnosis, the sooner the individual will receive treatment.About 80% of your bone density is...
- What Are the Risks of Laminectomy?
Your doctor will first attempt to give you other alternative treatments before recommending surgery. If your back pain still persists after treatment, your doctor may suggest for surgery as one of the solutions. Laminectomy is the most probable surgical procedure that you will have to undergo.Facts...
- Everything You Need to Know About Carpal Tunnel Surgery
Carpal tunnel surgery is a medical procedure that is done to treat a condition known as carpal tunnel syndrome. Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition where a ligament known as the transverse carpal ligament lies over the median nerve, putting pressure on it. The condition causes numbness, weakness,...
- Do You Need a Bone Density Examination?
What is a bone density examination?A bone density examination is the only examination that will diagnose osteoporosis before its signs and symptoms become visible and before any bone fractures occur. With the help of a bone density test, your doctor will know more about the density and health of...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Robert E. Klenck M.D.2001 Santa Monica Boulevard Santa Monica CA 90404
- Dr. Bert Mandelbaum M.D.2020 Santa Monica Blvd Santa Monica CA 90404
- Dr. Andrew Glen Yun MD2001 Santa Monica Blvd Santa Monica CA 90404
- Dr. Alexandre Rasouli MD1301 20th St Santa Monica CA 90404
- Dr. Jason J Boyer MD2020 Santa Monica Blvd Santa Monica CA 90404
- Dr. Susan V Bukata M.D.1250 16th St Santa Monica CA 90404
Nearest Hospitals
PROVIDENCE SAINT JOHN'S HEALTH CENTERl
2121 SANTA MONICA BLVD SANTA MONICA CA 90404SANTA MONICA - UCLA MED CTR & ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITALl
1250 16TH STREET SANTA MONICA CA 90404RONALD REAGAN U C L A MEDICAL CENTERl
757 WESTWOOD PLAZA LOS ANGELES CA 90095ST ANTHONY SUMMIT MEDICAL CENTERl
340 PEAK ONE DRIVE FRISCO CO 80443ST VINCENT HOSPITAL GENERAL DISTRICTl
822 W 4TH STREET LEADVILLE CO 80461