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From the website:Alexandra Schwartz, MD, is a board -certified orthopedic surgeon. She specializes in orthopedic trauma and surgery to treat fractured or broken bones, including clavicle, pelvic, foot, ankle, arm, elbow, knee, and shoulder injuries. Dr. Schwartz also cares for patients with complications from these injuries, such as infections and poor -healing or non -healing bones. As an orthopedic traumatologist, she has expertise working in emergency settings and with people whose injuries were caused by accidents or violence. As a professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. Schwartz instructs medical students, residents and fellows at UC San Diego School of Medicine, including directing the department's residency program and the Division of Orthopedic Trauma's fellowship program. Her research focuses on clavicle fractures, pelvic fractures, ankle fractures, compartment syndrome, and cartilage injury after knee fractures. She has co -authored many peer -reviewed articles, and her work has been published in journals including The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery . Dr. Schwartz frequently speaks about best practices for treating fractures at regional and national conferences. She has won several School of Medicine awards for her teaching ability, and has repeatedly been named a

James H. Flint, MD, FACS, FAAOS is a board-certified orthopedic oncologist in San Diego, CA, specializing in the surgical treatment of cancerous and non-cancerous tumors, including bone and soft tissue sarcoma. With expertise in arthroscopic and minimally invasive techniques, Dr. Flint also offers osseointegration surgery, a cutting-edge amputation technique. He is an associate professor at Uniformed Services University and a voluntary assistant professor at UC San Diego School of Medicine, actively involved in research to improve patient care and prevent musculoskeletal injury in the military. Dr. Flint is known for his dedication to his patients and has received numerous awards for his exceptional clinical and surgical care. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. In addition to his work at UC San Diego Health, Dr. Flint serves on active duty in the US Navy, providing orthopedic care to military members, families, and retirees. Outside of his practice, he enjoys spending time with his wife and five children, engaging in outdoor activities and adventures.Generated from the website

Frank E. Chiarappa, MD is an orthopedic oncologist based in San Diego, CA. He specializes in treating both children and adults with cancerous and non-cancerous musculoskeletal tumors, including soft tissue sarcoma and primary bone tumors. Dr. Chiarappa is known for his expertise in performing limb-sparing surgeries for bone and soft sarcomas. He is a member of various medical societies and has received extensive training in musculoskeletal oncology. Outside of work, he enjoys scuba diving and fly fishing. UC San Diego Health, where Dr. Chiarappa practices, is a NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, offering personalized cancer care and expertise in every medical subspecialty. Patients seen at this center have better outcomes, as these federally recognized centers are dedicated to improving approaches for preventing, diagnosing, and treating cancers. UC San Diego Health accepts most major insurance plans.Generated from the website