Orthopedic Surgeon
9834 Genesee Ave
Suite 228
La Jolla, CA
Top reviews
Appreciate skill level. Probably should return legitimate concerns with call back.
Dr K is awesome eversince I was in the he
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Dr. Nicholas Kusnezov, or "Dr. K" as he is known to his patients, is a premier, nationally recognized, board-certified, and fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon currently practicing in Southern California. At Ortho 1 Medical Group in La Jolla, San Diego and Coronado he specializes in total joint replacement with extensive experience in managing complex sports and traumatic injuries. His interests currently lie in muscle-sparing anterior total hip replacement, state-of-the-art robotic joint replacement, and rapid recovery protocols.
Born on the East Coast, Dr. K spent his formative years in Southern California, graduating summa cum laude from UCLA with a degree in bioengineering and AOA from the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine. He was the only dual recipient of the Edward K Rice Outstanding Undergraduate Student Award and the university-wide Outstanding Bachelor of Science Award. He was also solely bestowed the Longmire Surgical Society Award for his distinctive achievement and surgical aptitude.
After medical school, Dr. K was commissioned into the U.S. Military as an officer. He completed his internship and residency in orthopedic surgery through the U.S. Army at the combined program of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and William Beaumont Army Medical Center in El Paso, Texas. During his tenure at the exceedingly busy Level 1 trauma center, Dr. K served as chief resident, coordinating residency-wide academics and research. He not only graduated with distinguished honors but received the highest score on the Orthopaedic Boards Exam nationwide. He currently holds the record as the only three-time consecutive Texas Orthopaedic Association Quiz Bowl champion in history.
Following graduation, Dr. K served out his military commitment in Nashville, TN, where he built and headed an advanced adult reconstruction program, establishing the infrastructure for a cutting-edge, high-volume joint replacement center of excellence. He dually served as the "team physician" to the revered 5th Special Forces group, 160th and 101st airborne division for four years. Upon deployment with the 349th combat support hospital and 379th air expeditionary wing, he served as the brigade orthopaedic surgeon and group physician to the SOCCENT special operations group.
Dr. K served his country with distinction, earning multiple Meritorious Service and Army Commendation Medals. For his unsurpassed service to the community, he was consecutively bestowed the distinct honor of the Kentucky Colonel and Tennessee Aide de Camp by the respective governors. During his time in Midwest, he went on to complete an Orthopaedic Trauma Apprenticeship at Vanderbilt University and served as Director of Orthopaedic Trauma at Pikeville Medical Center, frequently providing needed coverage to underserved trauma centers throughout Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, and Tennessee.
Upon honorable completion of his military service, he returned to his home in sunny Southern California to complete the nationally renowned Adult Reconstruction Fellowship at the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine, relocating thereafter to San Diego to begin his ultimate practice as the premier Joint Replacement Specialist with Ortho 1 Medical Group in San Diego, in affiliation with the Sharp and Scripps Healthcare systems.
In addition to a decorated career in the U.S. Military, Dr. K is actively engaged in graduate medical education and clinical research, having co-authored over 100 peer-reviewed publications and top-read research manuscripts in top-tier orthopaedic journals. He is a lifelong lover of education and an author and Managing Editor at Orthobullets, the foremost source of orthopaedic education worldwide. Dr. K continues to teach through case-based didactic as a chief contributor to AAOS Orthopaedic Knowledge Update and Figure1.
Dr. Kusnezov has been recognized numerous times not only for his scholarly activity -- receiving first-place podium and research awards both regionally and nationally -- but for his clinical excellence and surgical skill by Top Doctors of America, Continental Who's Who, and Best in California Magazine.
However, beyond the impressive achievements, and perhaps most important of all, there is a man who deeply cares for the well-being of his patients. Dr. K believes that each patient is special and each situation unique and that it is paramount to build a strong doctor-patient relationship in order to understand each patient's goals and to thereby foster the best possible outcomes. Whether this is improved pain and function, returning to an active lifestyle, or going on to gold-medal in a world championship, Dr. Kusnezov has your back and will get you there. He is currently licensed to practice in Texas, Illinois, North Carolina, Kentucky, Tennessee, Pennsylvania and California.
In his leisure time, Dr. K enjoys spending time with his beautiful wife and two daughters, playing occasional pick-up racquetball, and of course, weight training, as a reigning proud member of the 1000lb club.
ACL Repair
Ankle Arthroscopy
Bicep Tendon Repair
Carpal Tunnel
Carpectomy
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
Excisional Mass Biopsy
Foreign Body Removal
Hardware Removal
Knee Arthroscopy
Meniscectomy
Open Reduction Internal Fixation
PRP Injection
Partial Knee Replacement
Rotator Cuff Repair
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Tendon Repair
Total Hip Replacement
Total Knee Replacement
Total Shoulder Replacement
Trigger Finger
Wrist Arthroscopy
Locations (3)
Ortho 1 Medical Group
9834 Genesee Ave
Suite 228
La Jolla, CA, 92037
Ortho 1 Medical Group
5643 Copley Dr
Suite 300
San Diego, CA, 92111
Ortho 1 Medical Group
230 Prospect Place
Suite 230
Coronado, CA, 92118
More About Dr. Nicholas Kusnezov, MD
NPI Number
1396185161
Provider's Gender
Male
Reviews
Dr K is awesome eversince I was in the he
Operation was very successful. Presently in rehab
Dr.Kusnezov is a wonderful doctor!
Appreciate skill level. Probably should return legitimate concerns with call back.
Very professional, exudes confidence
He did a complete hip replacement on me. I was in and out of the new Kearny Mesa surgery center on the same day as the surgery. He is awesome! I was up and walking with a walker with an hours. It’s been five weeks now and am walking without a walker and without a cane, it’s like night and day… No more pain in my hip… The best care I could’ve asked for! Tiny bikini, scar! If you’re thinking about getting your hip replaced… This is the doctor you need to see!!!
Dr. Kusnezov is not only an excellent surgeon.He has an incredible bed side manner .. I fell and had an emergency hip replacement. I feel very fortunate that Dr.Kusnezov was the on call Physician. He always takes his time and answers any questions. I never feel rushed . He really cares .
Good outcome so far.
Great doctor very understanding and helpful
Fantastic Doctor and staff. No complaints at all they were there in every way for me. Thank you.
Dr. Kusnezov is cordial, compassionate and is interested in providing the best care possible.
Great results I have gotten from DR. Kusnesov. Couldn’t be happier.
Dr K is a top notch orthopedic surgeon and I would recommend him to everyone!!!
Dr. K is top—notch surgeon and I would recommend him as that and much much more !!!!
Everyone in the office is knowledgeable and great service
Second knee surgery with Dr. Kusnesov everything when’s great. Great orthopedic surgeon. Thank you Dr. Kusnesov.
Fantastic Doctor and excellent office! Thank You Dr. Kus!
I had a great understanding from my doctor and his recommendations as well. The stuff were very helpful and accommodating as well.
Very good bed side manner and very good at injection . Very professional.
Very good bedside manner.
Dr.Nichkols Knsnezzov is an excellent and thoughtful surgeon. I would recommend his surfaces to anyone.
He takes time, to care and explain all my problems. And also he was very kind to check my shoulders and arms. He also explain me the plans to my treatment.
Dr K was wonderful and helped me through a long recovery process after I broke my ankle Thanksgiving weekend. The staff of ortho 1 were wonderful to work with!
Gave me good information and options. Surgery to this point has gone well.
Dr K. Is great. Beside being the ultimate surgeon, his bedside manner is to be admired. One gets the feeling that you are the one special patient because he gives full attention to you and your needs.
Outstanding staff and Dr. K is knowledgeable and so caring. He explains everything in a summary that is easily understandable. Dr.K takes time to make sure you are comfortable and secure. Again the staff is always there to answer all phone calls and provide feedback quickly. Best medical group ever. Ortho 1 deserves 5 stars. I’d give them 100 if I could. Thank you !!!!
Dr. is very knowledgeable, caring, listens and offers options when available Very pleased.
Very Well Maner Doctor & Staff.Who Care About Our Health..
exelente work on my Keene
My experience Was great. The doctor and his staff were very pleasant Professional and easy to work with.
