Dr. Dr. Vlad Gendelman, MD, FAAOS, Orthopedist | Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery
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Dr. Dr. Vlad Gendelman, MD, FAAOS

Orthopedist | Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery

6200 WILSHIRE BLVD 910 LOS ANGELES CA, 90048
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Dr. Vlad Gendelman is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in LOS ANGELES, CA. Dr. Gendelman specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Gendelman tends to bones, ligaments, muscles, joints, nerves and tendons. Orthopaedic surgeons can specialize in certain areas like the hand, spine, hip, foot and ankle, shoulder and elbow or the knee.

Education and Training

University of CA at Irvine – College of Medicine MD 2004

University of Southern CA Bachelor's Degree 1998

Board Certification

Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS

Provider Details

Male English, Russian
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Dr. Dr. Vlad Gendelman, MD, FAAOS's Expert Contributions
  • Dr. Vlad Gendelman - What Is Orthopedic Surgery?

    What is orthopedic surgery?Orthopedic surgery is the branch of medicine focused on conditions affecting muscles, bones, and joints. Orthopedic surgeons use both surgical and non-surgical methods to treat musculoskeletal trauma, degenerative diseases, sports injuries, spine diseases, tumors, and...

  • EMG/NCS Test Question

    No, the fact that you didn't have symptoms at the time of the exam would not have effected study results. The study tests for nerve compression and nerve irritation as a result and if nerve compression exists the study will be positive whether or not you have symptoms at that point in time. However, EMG/NCV is a study which is operator dependent which means that getting an accurate result and diagnoses does depend on how good the person performing the study is. READ MORE

  • Can you fix torn ligaments?

    Yes READ MORE

  • How can I stop my knee pain?

    Knee pain is not a diagnosis, it's a symptom. I recommend you get your knee evaluated to determine why you have knee pain and establish a diagnosis, but in the meantime you can treat the symptom (pain) by taking over the counter medications such as Tylenol, Motrin or Aleve (per directions on the packaging) and icing your knee (put ice in a bag, put a towel on your knee and bag of ice on top; NEVER put ice directly on the skin). You can ice for 20 min 1-3 times per day depending on severity of your symptoms, until you can see a doctor. READ MORE

  • Can a chiropractor help with carpal tunnel syndrome?

    No, generally chiropractors are trained in non-surgical treatment of the conditions of the spine. Since carpal tunnel syndrome is not related in any way to the spine, it should not be treated by a chiropractor, even if they tell you that they can treat it for you. READ MORE

  • I hurt my knee this morning

    Based on your description you could have potentially torn something, more likely a meniscus (type of cartilage) then a ligament but still. You should see an orthopaedic surgeon and be evaluated properly and you may need an MRI to make final diagnosis and create a treatment plan. READ MORE

  • How long do you stay in hospital after heel surgery?

    Heel is a part of your body. You did not mention what type of surgery you are referring to so your question can't be answered. Most surgeries today are done as an outpatient and you get to go home the same day but not all. READ MORE

  • How long do you stay in hospital after hammertoe surgery?

    Hammertoe surgery is an outpatient procedure and doesn't require a hospital overnight stay. READ MORE

  • left lower leg pain

    It's not shin splints based on described location. It's likely a sprain which is not getting better due to over-working (you are basically not letting it get better) READ MORE

  • Is knee massage good for knee pain?

    Knee pain can be caused by dozens of different problems. Massage by a medical professional who knows your diagnosis can be helpful. Massage by someone who does not know what your knee pain is caused by can make your pain worse. You first have to get your knee evaluated by an orthopaedic surgeon to determine the cause of your pain, who can then prescribe appropriate treatment. READ MORE

  • Femur related questions?

    These rods generally do not need to be removed and are kept permanently. If you feel that you are having symptoms due to the rod, you need to be evaluated by an orthopaedic surgeon to see if this is a possibility and if it is then you can be indicated for a removal. Removing a rod like this can be complicated and can cause issues, such as a fracture of the femur during removal. If everything goes smoothly there should be no issues afterwards due to removal of rod and your recovery is going to be only until the skin/soft tissue heals from your removal surgery. READ MORE

  • Surgical question (distal bicep tendon)?

    The longer you wait the more difficult the surgery will be because the tendon retracts into the biceps (up the arm) over time and will have to be fished out / extracted towards where it has to be fixed back into the bone. Over time it will start scarring into the muscle there and at some point it will become impossible to do a direct repair but this will not happen in 3 weeks (takes longer for that to happen) READ MORE

  • Retained wooden foreign body?

    Our bodies are unable to dissolve wood therefore if there is in fact wood fragments in your hand, they will remain there. READ MORE

  • Is my ankle broken or sprained?

    Get an x-ray. READ MORE

  • How much pain is too much in a medical boot?

    Some pain is ok. I would say about 4/10 or so if fine with weight-bearing as long as when you stop weight-bearing/walking the pain goes away. If it lingers for 15+ minutes you are probably putting too much weight on it. READ MORE

  • When can you walk after knee cap surgery?

    You can walk immediately with crutches. If you are asking when you can put weight on the leg that you had surgery on, that depends on what type of surgery you had on the knee / knee cap, but most likely you are talking about a surgery for knee cap fracture (broken knee cap), in which case as long as your leg is properly braced and is prevented from bending at the knee by the brace, you can put weight on it right away as long as the pain allows you to. READ MORE

  • How do you treat a dislocated finger?

    Have a physician relocate it as quickly as possible, then get x-rays to check if you broke anything in the process of dislocating it. READ MORE

  • What do chiropractors do for plantar fasciitis?

    Technically... nothing. Chiropractors are practitioners trained in the treatment of the spine such as spinal adjustments - manipulation and physiotherapy. I have worked closely with chiropractors for the past 30 years, nevertheless it is my opinion that extremities, whether upper or lower, is not something that they should be treating aside from physician prescribed physiotherapy. READ MORE

  • What is the fastest way to heal a dislocated ankle?

    Ankles generally do not dislocated without an associated fracture, and if this is the case then my answer does not apply, however answering your question, fastest way to heal a dislocated ankle would be to relocate it, preferably either within minutes of dislocation OR under anesthesia, immobilize it for 4-6 weeks in a cast or CAM walker boot and then start gentle ROM followed by physical therapy for stretching and strengthening. READ MORE

  • How do you tell if lower back pain is muscle or disc?

    There is not really a way to tell them apart by the pain. MRI would be the way to see if you have disc problems. Usually disc issues will result in something called radiculopathy, which is symptoms going down one or both legs, however that is not always the case. Radiculopathy is rare with just muscle issues. So if you have radiculopathy it's more likely to be a disc problem. If you don't, there is no way to tell aside from MRI. READ MORE

  • Broken toe or jammed?

    The way you would find that out is by getting an x-ray. READ MORE

Awards

  • Chief Resident of the Year Award 2010 Kings County Hospital 
  • Associated Medical Students Government Service Award 2004 UCI College of Medicine 

Treatments

  • Musculoskeletal (orthopedic) Rehabilitation
  • Arthroscopic And Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Joint Fusion
  • Tendon Repair
  • Tendon Transfers
  • Fracture Surgery
  • Ankle Ligament Reconstruction
  • Arthoscopic Ankle Surgery
  • Hand Surgery
  • Carpal Tunnel Surgery
  • Rheumatic Diseases, Arthritis, General Care
  • Dupuytren's Contracture
  • Grafting Procedures
  • Mls Laser Therapy
  • Scar Reduction

Professional Memberships

  • California Medical Association  
  • Los Angeles County Medical Association  
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons  
  • California Orthopaedic Association  

Dr. Dr. Vlad Gendelman, MD, FAAOS's Practice location

6200 WILSHIRE BLVD 910 -
LOS ANGELES, CA 90048
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Get to know Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Vlad Gendelman, who serves patients in Los Angeles, California.

When patients want to see a doctor who can draw on an incredible wealth of experience to treat them compassionately, they come to see Dr. Gendelman. His passion for serving his community and seeing the world have taken him from Los Angeles, where he was the official team physician of the LA Blues SC, to the Philippines, where he worked as a member of volunteer surgical team in impoverished communities. Today, Dr. Gendelman is serving patients at Urgent Orthopaedic care – his private practice located in Los Angeles, California – where he offers treatment for both acute and chronic orthopaedic disorders.

Dr. Gendelman received his Bachelor of Science in Biology at the University of Southern California, and his Doctorate from the University of California at Irvine. He then went on to complete his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at SUNY Downstate in Brooklyn, New York. During his time in Brooklyn, he has served as a team physician of Sheepshead Bay High School Varsity and Junior Varsity Football Teams.

Dr. Gendelman is board-certified by American Board of Orthopaedic 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. 

Dr. Gendelman holds professional memberships with several organizations, including the Los Angeles County Medical Association, the California Medical Association, and the California Orthopaedic Association. He is also a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery. Founded in 1933, the Academy is the preeminent provider of musculoskeletal education to orthopaedic surgeons and others in the world. 

Dr. Gendelman has completed extensive research over the course of his career (much of which was conducted at such prestigious organizations as the Dorr Arthritis Institute), thereby making it easy for him to maintain a cutting-edge knowledge of medicine and technology. He is also a published author, contributing his expertise to the field of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Orthopedic surgery or orthopedics, also spelled orthopaedics, is the branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Gendelman believes that patient education is a crucial aspect of successful treatment. He gives each patient the time they need to understand their diagnosis and treatment options in order to help them make informed decisions about their care.

Dr. Gendelman is fluent in both English and Russian.

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