Orthopaedics
John Tokish, MD
Vice Chair for Orthopedic Surgery; Orthopedic Sports Medicine Fellowship Director
John M. Tokish, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine at Mayo Clinic in Phoenix and Scottsdale, Arizona. His subspecialty focus encompasses arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, elbow, and knee, treating conditions such as shoulder instability, rotator cuff tears and pathology, biceps pathology, throwing shoulder injuries, knee ligament injuries requiring reconstruction, meniscus tears, complex knee disorders including meniscal transplants, cartilage defects addressed th
30+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS)
- Orthopedic Sports Medicine (ABOS)
Education & Training
- Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine (MD, 1995)
- Residency: University of Arizona Health Sciences Center (Orthopedic Surgery, 2000)
- Internship: University of Arizona Health Sciences Center (General Surgery, 1996)
- Fellowship: Steadman-Hawkins Clinic (Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, 2001)
- Undergraduate: United States Air Force Academy (B.S., Biochemistry)
Peer Recognition
2023
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Mayo Clinic Arizona
- Phoenix Children's Hospital
Languages
English
Experience
30+ years in practice