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Dr. David Burnikel, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
4.6 (31)
Map Pin Small San Diego, CA
Accepting new patients

Overview of Dr. David Burnikel, MD

Dr. David Burnikel, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in San Diego, CA. They graduated from Temple University and is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital. Dr. Burnikel, completed a residency at Oshsner Clinic. Patients rated Dr. Burnikel an average 4.6 star rating.

Dr. Burnikel works at Practice in San Diego, CA with other offices in La Mesa, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear, Knee Sprain and Internal Derangement of Knee along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Burnikel's Office Locations

  1. 1
    James P Tasto MD Inc
    6719 Alvarado Rd Ste 200, San Diego, CA 92120 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 229-3932
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
  2. 2
    Sharp Rees-stealy Medical Group Inc
    5525 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 740-4561
  3. 3
    Grossmont Hospital Corporation
    5555 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (610) 740-6000
  4. 4
    Coast Surgery Center
    3444 Kearny Villa Rd Ste 100, San Diego, CA 92123 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 268-3566

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Sharp Grossmont Hospital

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Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Knee Sprain
Internal Derangement of Knee
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Knee Sprain
Internal Derangement of Knee

Treatment frequency



Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Knee Sprain
Internal Derangement of Knee
Chondromalacia
Knee Ligament Tears
Meniscus Tear
Miner's Knee
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Avascular Necrosis
Baker’s Cyst
Bursitis
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Difficulty With Walking
Gait Abnormality
Genu Valgum
Genu Varum
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hip Tendinitis
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Joint Pain
Knee Tendinitis
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Tendonitis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sciatica
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Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
ACL Surgery
Arthrocentesis
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Steroid Injection
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Back Pain
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Broken Arm
Broken Neck
Bunion
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Fracture
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Osteophyte
Hip Sprain
Humerus Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Knee Osteophyte
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Piriformis Syndrome
Plantar Fasciitis
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Radiculopathy
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Runner's Knee
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Scoliosis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Fracture
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tenosynovitis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Tibial Fracture
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arm Surgery
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Carpal Tunnel Release
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Tenotomy
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement Revision
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Dislocation Treatment
Knee Replacement Revision
Knee Surgery
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Partial Hip Replacement
Partial Knee Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Replacement
Shoulder Replacement Revision
Trigger Finger Release
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    4.6
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    Based on 31 ratings
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    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Languages Spoken
    • English
    Languages Spoken
    NPI Number
    • 1457541369
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • New England Baptist Hospital
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Oshsner Clinic
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Temple University
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Notre Dame
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. David Burnikel, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Burnikel is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Burnikel has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Burnikel has seen patients for Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear, Knee Sprain and Internal Derangement of Knee, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Burnikel on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    31 patients have reviewed Dr. Burnikel. The overall rating for this provider is 4.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Burnikel.

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