Sports Medicine
Edward Cheung, MD
Assistant Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery, UCLA
Edward C. Cheung, MD, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic sports medicine and shoulder surgeon specializing in the management, complex reconstruction, and minimally invasive arthroscopic treatment of shoulder, elbow, and knee conditions. He treats a broad spectrum of patients, including recreational athletes, weekend warriors, collegiate competitors, professional athletes, and individuals seeking to maintain activity across all life stages. His expertise encompasses rotator cuff
14+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS)
- Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (ABOS)
Education & Training
- Alpert Medical School, Brown University — M.D., 2012
- UCLA Affiliated Hospitals — Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2012-2018
- UCSF Affiliated Hospitals — Fellowship, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine/Shoulder Surgery, 2018-2019
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2025-2026 (2 years)
- Super Doctors — Southern California Rising Stars
2021, 2023-2024 (3 years)
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Honors
- Western Orthopaedic Association 2015, First place poster award
- H&H Lee Surgical Research Scholars Program 2014
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- UCLA Medical Center Santa Monica & Orthopaedic Hospital
- UCLA Orthopaedic Surgery
Languages
English
Experience
14+ years in practice