Orthopaedics

James Tibone, MD

Moss Foundation Professor of Sports Medicine

James E. Tibone, MD, is a renowned orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, with a primary focus on injuries and reconstructive procedures of the shoulder, elbow, and knee. He treats conditions such as sports-related injuries, arthritis, knee pain, shoulder instability, rotator cuff tears, and performs advanced surgeries including total and reverse shoulder replacements, arthroscopic procedures for shoulder and knee conditions, and shoulder reconstruction. Dr. Tibone s

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS)
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (ABOS)

Education & Training

Medical School: Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College (MD, 1973)
Residency: Harbor General Hospital (General Surgery, 1975)
Residency: Harbor General Hospital (Orthopaedic Surgery, 1975-1979)
Fellowship: Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic (Sports Medicine, 1979-1980)

Years in Practice

50+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2023
Super Doctors — Super Doctor

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Sports Medicine

Conditions & Treatments

Musculoskeletal ConditionsShoulder SurgeryKnee SurgeryRotator Cuff RepairACL & Ligament ReconstructionArthroscopic SurgerySports Injuries

Insurance(s) Accepted

90 Degree BenefitsASR Health Benefits

AetnaAllegiance Health Plans

Ambetter

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Keck Hospital of USC
Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

Languages

English, Spanish

Conditions Dr. Tibone treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Tibone accept 90 Degree Benefits insurance?

James Tibone's public profile lists 90 Degree Benefits, ASR Health Benefits, and Aetna plus 44 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Tibone practice?

James Tibone practices in Los Angeles, CA with hospital affiliations including Keck Hospital of USC, Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic, and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

What does Dr. Tibone specialize in?

James Tibone is a board-certified orthopaedics specialist with focus areas in Sports Medicine.

How long has Dr. Tibone been practicing?

James Tibone has 53+ years of clinical experience in orthopaedics.

What is Dr. Tibone's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College (MD, 1973); Residency: Harbor General Hospital (General Surgery, 1975); Residency: Harbor General Hospital (Orthopaedic Surgery, 1975-1979).