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Bert Thomas, MD, Orthopaedic Surgery, Los Angeles, CA

BertJ.ThomasMD

Orthopaedic Surgery Los Angeles, CA

Hip & Knee Reconstructive Surgery, Shoulder Surgery

Professor of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery, UCLA-David Geffen School of Medicine

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  • Office

    10833 Le Conte Ave
    Los Angeles, CA 90095
    Phone+1 310-202-6204
    Fax+1 310-202-0831

Summary

  • Bert Thomas, MD is an experienced Orthopaedic surgeon based in Santa Monica, CA, specializing in Hip & Knee Reconstructive Surgery and Shoulder Surgery. He completed his internship at the University of California (San Diego) Medical Center, followed by residencies at the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center and Hospital for Special Surgery/Cornell Medical Center. Since 1985, Dr. Thomas has served as Chief of Joint Replacement Service at David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. He has a wealth of experience handling cases related to hip osteoarthritis, joint pain, rotator cuff injuries, and unicompartmental knee arthroplasty. He has also contributed significant publications to the field of Orthopaedics. Dr. Thomas has been recognized by Castle Connolly and SuperDoctors.com on multiple occasions for his outstanding service.

Education & Training

  • Hospital for Special Surgery/Cornell Medical Center
    Hospital for Special Surgery/Cornell Medical CenterResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1984 - 1985
  • UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center
    UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical CenterResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1980 - 1984
  • University of California (San Diego) Medical Center
    University of California (San Diego) Medical CenterInternship, Transitional Year, 1979 - 1980
  • Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
    Perelman School of Medicine at the University of PennsylvaniaClass of 1979

Certifications & Licensure

  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 1980 - 2025
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • America's Top Doctors Castle Connolly, 2011-2014
  • Top Doctors:LA Area Castle Connolly, 2013
  • Top Doctors:Southern California Castle Connolly, 2012
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Publications & Presentations

PubMed