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Nirav Amin, MD, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon at the four Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute offices in Victorville, Pomona, Barstow, Banning, and Loma Linda, California. He received specialized training in the preservation, investigation, and restoration of the extremities and spine and treats patients with musculoskeletal problems.
He enjoys helping patients with orthopedic injuries, degenerative diseases to reduce pain and help them return to their daily activities as soon as possible. He stays up-to-date with the latest orthopedic treatment and technologies and offers in-office arthroscopy for accurate diagnoses and treatment.
Dr. Amin earned his medical degree at the Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and stayed in the city to complete his orthopedic surgery residency at the Hahnemann University Hospital.
Dr. Amin traveled to Ohio to complete a sports medicine fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic, followed by an adult reconstruction and orthopedic surgery fellowship at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City.
Kunal Kalra, MD, of the Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon whose areas of expertise include sports medicine and shoulder surgery. Dr. Kalra treats shoulder, hip, ankle, knee, and elbow injuries and disorders, seeing patients at the in Victorville, Pomona, Banning, Loma Linda and Chino, California, offices.
Dr. Kalra attended the University of Mumbai's Grant Government Medical College and Sir JJ (Jamsetjee Jeejebhoy) Group of Hospitals in Mumbai, India, where he earned his medical degree. He stayed in Mumbai to complete his orthopaedic surgery residency at TN Medical College and BYL Nair Hospital, then moved to the United States.
He studied for his orthopaedic sports medicine fellowship at New York City’s Lenox Hill Hospital and NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital in Manhattan's Upper East Side and then traveled to the West Coast to attend the University of California in San Francisco (UCSF) for fellowship training in adult joint reconstruction. Dr. Kalra also received specialist training in pediatric orthopaedics at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts, and is an AFTS Fellow (Paris) in shoulder surgery.
Dr. Kalra speaks fluent Hindi, English, and Marathi, so he can cater to patients from a variety of cultures and backgrounds. For most patients, he considers comprehensive non-surgical management first, offering advanced evidence-based treatments where necessary.
He aims to help people enjoy a healthier life, and he firmly believes that patients play a vital role in their therapy. He works with each person to help them make better choices that promote good health. Dr. Kalra says his goal is to keep patients out of his office because he'd much rather they are well and doing the activities they love.
Board-certified orthopaedic surgeon Samir Nayyar, MD, of the Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute, specializes in joint replacement and reconstruction and loves helping people get back to an active, pain-free lifestyle. Dr. Nayyar sees patients at the practice's three locations in Victorville, Pomona, Barstow, Banning, and Loma Linda, California, office and relishes being able to make a positive impact on his patients' quality of life that's both immediate and long-lasting.
Dr. Nayyar was born in New York but relocated to Apple Valley, California, where he attended Granite Hills High School. He returned to New York to study for his medical degree at the State University of New York at Buffalo, receiving the Excellence in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery Award and the SUNY Chancellor's Award.
During Dr. Nayyar's time at NYU Langone Orthopaedic Hospital in New York City, he trained under some of the most esteemed orthopedic surgeons, gaining experience in joint replacement and reconstruction and achieving a fellowship in orthopaedic surgery.
Dr. Nayyar uses innovative, minimally invasive techniques during surgery that reduce blood loss and postoperative pain, ensuring the experience is less traumatic for his patients. He sees patients of all ages, from children to seniors, and all walks of life, from athletes specializing in many different sports to older patients who just want to remain active and play with their grandchildren.
He undertakes a variety of surgical cases, performing delicate nerve repairs one day and major joint replacement surgery the next. He believes that while everyone feels fragile at times, people are extraordinarily resilient, and with the high-class treatment and ongoing support he provides, his patients can overcome their injuries.
Dr. Nayyar is proud of his ability to help patients regain mobility and find relief from pain and is excited about using his skills to assist people back home in the High Desert area of California, where he grew up.
David Eldringhoff, MD, is a leader in sports medicine, hip, knee, and shoulder surgery, and the care of the injured athlete. He is skilled in orthopedic surgery and cares for patients in the Los Angeles area at Samimi Orthopedic Group in Brentwood, West Covina, and Sherman Oaks, California.
Dr. Eldringhoff was raised in Kansas City, Kansas. He attended Kansas State University, where he received a Bachelor of Science in 2008 with a major in chemistry and minors in physics and microbiology. He received his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine in 2012. Dr. Eldringhoff completed a residency in orthopedic surgery at Saint Louis University Hospital in Missouri.
He then completed a sports medicine fellowship at Congress Orthopaedic Associates in Pasadena, California. His fellowship focused on the treatment of injuries to the hip, knee, shoulder, and elbow, with a special emphasis on minimally invasive arthroscopic treatment. During his fellowship, Dr. Eldringhoff provided sports-related care for Occidental College, Pasadena City College, and several local high school football teams.
Dr. Eldringhoff has extensive and specialized training in orthopedic surgery, joint replacements, fracture care, sports medicine, and hip arthroscopy. His emphasis is on arthroscopic and open surgery of the hip, shoulder, elbow, and knee.
He has a unique interest in arthroscopic treatment of hip pathology that may one day be shown to prevent or delay the onset of hip arthritis in adolescent, young adult, and adult hips. Dr. Eldringhoff addresses hip impingement and labral tears with arthroscopic labral repair, using bioabsorbable bone anchors similar to those used in shoulder surgery. He also removes the bony abnormalities associated with this condition entirely through the arthroscope.
Dr. Eldringhoff also performs total joint replacement for patients with advanced hip, shoulder, and knee arthritis that cannot be treated with arthroscopy. For hip replacements, he utilizes the newest anterior approach, improving post-operative pain and providing quicker recovery.
Throughout his academic career, Dr. Eldringhoff has had substantial involvement in orthopedic research. Specific projects have focused on advances in tibial plateau fracture treatment, cartilage regeneration, and arthroscopic surgical efficiency.
Experienced orthopedic surgeon Babak Samimi, MD, offers patients at Samimi Orthopedic Group unrivaled care and effective treatments for a range of musculoskeletal conditions at its Los Angeles area offices in Brentwood, West Covina, and Sherman Oaks, California.
Dr. Samimi completed his undergraduate studies at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) in 2000, earning a degree in psychobiology and graduating Magna Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa. He attended the UCLA School of Medicine, graduating in 2004 with honors in surgery, and then completed his orthopedic surgery internship and residency at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles from 2004-2009. Dr. Samimi has authored multiple peer-reviewed articles published in esteemed clinical journals and published a book chapter on Musculoskeletal Trauma Surgery in Current Diagnosis & Treatment Orthopedics. He has widely presented his research and instructed numerous courses for orthopedic surgeons on improving outcomes for patients.
Dr. Samimi is Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery. He was a past adjunct clinical professor of orthopedic surgery for residents at Los Angeles County+USC Medical Center's Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is the director of the Orthopedic department for the West Covina Medical Center Podiatric Residency program. He is an active and past member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Arthroscopy Association of North America, Orthopedic Trauma Association, and California Orthopaedic Association.
Dr. Samimi's specialties include sports medicine, shoulder & knee joint preservation, reconstruction and cartilage restoration, shoulder & knee arthroscopy, and shoulder & knee replacement. . He has developed his own surgical techniques for performing ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) repair and posterolateral corner reconstruction and teaches his methods to surgeons across the United States. Dr. Samimi is a leading expert in complex shoulder and knee conditions. Dr. Samimi performs multiple surgeries that equip him with vast experience as well as clinical expertise.
In addition to his devotion to patients at Samimi Orthopedic Group, Dr. Samimi is a volunteer for Health for Humanity, an international nonprofit organization working towards global health. He has also been a recipient of the Patients’ Choice and Compassionate Doctor Awards. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Samimi, call his office or book online today.
Berkay Unal, MD, is a fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in minimally invasive, arthroscopic surgery with an emphasis on shoulder and knee disorders, sports injuries, and arthritis. He treats patients at Samimi Orthopedic Group at its Los Angeles area offices in Brentwood, West Covina, and Sherman Oaks, California.
Dr. Unal completed his undergraduate studies at The University of California, Berkeley, earning his bachelor’s degree in molecular and cell biology. Following his undergraduate studies, he held a research position at The University of California, Irvine, where he was involved in multiple
publications in molecular biology and infectious disease.
Dr. Unal realized his true passion was medicine and direct patient care. He attended medical school at The University of Southern California (USC) in Los Angeles, receiving his medical degree in 2011. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at The University of Southern California (USC) in Los Angeles. Dr. Unal did an additional year of subspecialty training in sports medicine and arthroscopy at The University of Kentucky's Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Fellowship in Lexington.
Dr. Unal started his practice in Bakersfield, California, treating high-complexity injuries. He brings his experience and expertise to the Samimi Orthopaedic Group team.
Dr. Unal believes in a non-surgical approach as the initial step in treating most orthopedic conditions. He believes in a personalized approach and takes pride in providing knowledge and guidance to ensure his patients feel comfortable and informed.
He is a member of the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and the American Medical Association.
Dr. Unal enjoys spending time with his wife and his two daughters, weight lifting, hiking, exploring nature, snowboarding, and a variety of recreational sports in his free time. He likes to maintain an active lifestyle and aims to help his patients do the same.
Considered one of the top physicians in his field, Dr. Steve Mora is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports related trauma, knee, shoulder and arthroscopic treatment of the hip and the elbow. He has a passion for treating and preventing injuries related to mixed martial arts and soccer. Dr. Mora has unique perspective on orthopedic surgery, having suffered from serious orthopedic injury himself that required multiple surgeries and a lengthy recovery time. He knows on a personal level what his patients are going through both physically and emotionally.
Although he has extensive surgical training, Dr. Mora takes a generally conservative, patient-tailored treatment approach, offering non-operative options wherever possible. However, when surgery is necessary, his patients can rest assured that it will be handled with leading-edge technology.
Because of his expertise, Dr. Mora is a frequent lecturer on sports injuries, and has been published extensively on sport injury related topics. He is a member of the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA) and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. Dr. Mora speaks fluent Spanish and is the team doctor for the Pro soccer team the Anaheim Bolts, Foothill High School, and Professional UFC fighters.
– Fractures including olecranon, radial head and coronoid fractures
– Elbow Stiffness due to arthritis and trauma
– Lateral Epicondylitis
– Persistent Bursitis
Hip Arthroscopy for the treatment of labral tears, impingement and loose bodies
Treatment of most fractures including ankle, forearm, tibia and wrist
Non-Operative Orthopedic Procedures include Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) and Bone Marrow Derived Adult Mesenchymal Stem Cell injections and Hyaluronic Acid Injections for the treatment of sports injuries and arthritis.
Education
University of California Irvine (UCI) School of Medicine
Finished top of his class, earing the coveted Alpha Omega Alpha National Medical Honor Society
Residency
University of Southern California (USC/LAC) Medical Center
Gained extensive experience taking care of high energy trauma and complex fractures
Fellowship
Santa Monica Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine Group
Sports arthroscopy, shoulder, knee and cartilage
Message from Dr. Mora
"I hope to create a close patient-doctor relationship based on trust and mutual respect. I believe my patients’ medical treatment begins with their complete understanding of their condition, and I promise to do my very best to understand the cause of your pain and then provide a treatment approach that is tailored to meet your specific needs.
I believe that my success in diagnosing and treating orthopedic problems was borne out of my own personal traumatic injury to my legs. While living in Peru, I was struck by a commuter bus, severely injuring my legs and forever changing my life. I have experienced many of the same surgeries that I now perform on my own patients — and I believe this experience has allowed me to be more in tune with my patients’ concerns, symptoms and experiences.
My family heritage is Peruvian and I speak fluent Spanish."
Gregory Carlson, MD, of Restore Orthopedics and Spine Center in Orange, California, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with subspecialty training in spine surgery. He specializes in minimally invasive spinal surgery for rapid recovery, including diagnosis and repair of previously failed spinal surgeries, revision surgery, and artificial disc replacement and other motion preservation techniques. He also performs microsurgical procedures for herniated discs, spinal stenosis, and other neurocompressive problems.
After completing his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Biology at Southern University in Collegedale, Tennessee, Dr. Carlson attended medical school in California, at Loma Linda University, graduating with Alpha Omega Alpha honors. He did his residency and first year of spine fellowship at the University of California, San Diego, and then finished a second spine fellowship at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland.
Dr. Carlson has published numerous scientific articles on both basic science and clinical topics, and lectures extensively on spinal reconstructive topics. He continues to teach residents and orthopedic surgeons both locally and abroad. Dr. Carlson is also a Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopedics at the University of California, Irvine.
Dr. Carlson serves on the editorial advisory boards for Spine and The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery and regularly provides peer review services for scholarly articles that have been submitted for publication. He has received research funding for clinical and basic research projects resulting in award-winning paper presentations at a number of spine society meetings.
He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the California Orthopedic Association, the Orange County Medical Association, the American Orthopedic Association, and the Cervical Spine Research Society.
Navid Ghalambor, MD, is a Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in shoulder, elbow and wrist surgeries, with special emphasis on the treatment of shoulder and elbow conditions. He received his medical degree from the University of Southern California - Keck School of Medicine. He subsequently completed his orthopaedic surgery residency training at the University of Southern California – Los Angeles County Medical Center. Dr. Ghalambor underwent fellowship training in shoulder arthroscopy and reconstruction at the renowned Harvard Shoulder Program at the Massachusetts General Hospital and the Brigham and Woman’s Hospital in Boston. He also underwent an adult arthritis and reconstruction fellowship at the UCLA/Orthopaedic Hospital in Los Angeles.
Dr. Navid Ghalambor was awarded the graduate research fellowship during his medical school training at USC. During his orthopaedic surgery training at USC, he was chosen by the faculty to be a chief resident of the program, which was one of the largest orthopaedic residencies in the country. Dr. Ghalambor has served as an Assistant Clinical Professor of orthopaedic surgery at USC for 12 years and during this time he has been involved in the training of orthopaedic surgery residents at the USC Sports Service. He has also served as an instructor of orthopaedic surgery at the Harvard Orthopaedic Surgery Program.
Dr. Ghalambor has published numerous articles in peer reviewed orthopaedic surgery journals including articles on shoulder arthroplasty, instability and stiffness. He has given numerous local and national presentations including those at the annual meetings of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. His research has been presented at international orthopaedic surgery meetings. Dr. Ghalambor is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, California Orthopaedic Association, Codman Shoulder Society, and Southern California Society for Surgery of the Hand. He has been voted as being one of the “top doctors” in Orange County by Orange Coast Magazine and Orange County Medical Association. Dr. Ghalambor has also been chosen as one of the Southern California’s top doctors by Castle Connolly Medical, LTD.
Dr. Ghalambor enjoys trail running and hiking. One of his most memorable sports experiences was being the head coach of his son’s AYSO soccer team for 4 years and leading his BU10 Team to local and regional finals. In his spare time, he enjoys traveling and oil painting.
The highly skilled orthopaedic surgeons at the Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute in Victorville, Pomona, San Bernardino, Hemet, Chino, Barstow, Banning and Loma Linda, California, treat a variety of musculoskeletal disorders and sports injuries, from arthritis and ankle sprains to fractures and dislocations. The team uses innovative non-surgical therapies like regenerative medicine and cutting-edge orthopaedic surgery techniques that improve patient mobility and reduce recovery time, as well as addressing the most severe and persistent pain.
The surgical team at Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute has the skills and experience required to handle a comprehensive variety of common and rare orthopaedic conditions while sharing their commitment to helping patients get back to enjoying life to the fullest.
Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute's caring, knowledgeable team has the expertise to ensure optimal treatment outcomes so patients' injuries don't stop them from doing what they love. The team treats orthopaedic and sports-related conditions in children as well as adults of all ages.
In addition to their expertise in sports medicine and pediatric orthopaedics, Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute's board-certified, fellowship-trained surgeons perform expert joint replacements, hand and wrist surgery, and spine surgery. The practice is held in such high esteem that it's won three Best of the Desert awards for orthopaedics and sports medicine.
Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute's patient-first approach and state-of-the-art facilities deliver exceptional, compassionate care that focuses on comfort, privacy, and convenience. The team dedicates themselves to ensuring patients make a complete recovery, whatever condition is causing them problems. They also offer flexible after-hours and urgent care, including walk-ins.
To find out more about the benefits of being a patient at Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute, call the nearest office or book an appointment online today.
Dr. Jason Tani, MD, cares for patients at Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute, with three locations in Loma Linda, San Bernardino, and Pomona, California.
Dr. Tani was born and raised in the Aloha State of Hawaii. He attended a school for ethnic Hawaiians and then traveled to Missouri, where he received a bachelor’s degree in Biology and Education. He then worked as a flight attendant before being accepted into medical school in Hawaii.
Dr. Tani graduated in the top quarter of his class. He completed a surgical internship at UC Davis Medical Center in Sacramento, California, where he met a famous orthopedic trauma surgeon, Michael Chapman, MD, who encouraged him to pursue orthopedic training.
He trained in the West Virginia University (WVU) Orthopedic Program in Morgantown, West Virginia, providing level 1 trauma experience. After completing the program, he accepted a position in Mesa, Arizona, where he practiced for over 20 years.
Following a brief hiatus in Hawaii, Dr. Tani returned to Arizona and practiced in the small rural town of Payson. He now looks forward to living the California life.
His areas of expertise and interest include fracture care, total and partial knee replacement, carpal tunnel, trigger fingers, knee arthroscopy, hip replacement, pediatric fracture care, and amputations.
In his spare time, Dr. Tani loves to golf and traveling to wine country.
Stepan Kasimian, M.D., is an orthopaedic surgeon with specialty training in complex spinal reconstruction and minimally invasive spine surgery. His primary interests include degenerative spine disease and spinal deformity. He has extensive experience in treating multiple spine disorders including disc herniations, spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, kyphosis, scoliosis, tumors, and spinal trauma in the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine.
EDUCATION
Dr. Kasimian received his undergraduate degrees in Microbiology & Molecular Genetics and History from the University of California, Los Angeles. He completed his internship and residency in orthopaedic surgery at the Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center. After residency, Dr. Kasimian obtained further training in complex spinal reconstruction surgery at Cedars-Spinal Medical Center, Institute for Spinal Disorders.
RESEARCH
Dr. Kasimian has presented his research at the International Meeting on Advanced Spine Techniques and has written a chapter on endoscopic thoracic disc herniations in a prominent spine textbook.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS/AFFILIATIONS
He is a member of the American Medical Association, Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society, North American Spine Society, and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. In order to better serve his patients, his practice is located in Beverly Hills, Glendale, and Rancho Cucamonga and he maintains privileges in numerous hospitals including Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and Glendale Adventist Medical Center.
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