Orthopaedics

Lionel Metz, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Lionel Metz is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in spine surgery, caring for both children and adults. He is skilled in using minimally invasive techniques to treat spinal disorders. Metz has extensive experience in surgeries for the neck, or cervical spine; for spinal deformities, such as scoliosis and kyphosis; and for spinal stenosis, a condition in which narrowing of the spinal canal leads to pain or loss of function. He also has expertise in revision spine surgery, or procedures to

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Orthopaedic Surgery

Education & Training

Fellowship: Washington University School of Medicine (2015)
Residency: University of CA at San Francisco-Orthopaedic Surg (2014)
Internship: University of CA at San Francisco-Orthopaedic Surg (2009)
Medical School: University of CA at San Francisco (2008)

Years in Practice

18+ years

Peer Recognition

Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Spine Surgery

Conditions & Treatments

ScoliosisSpine Surgery

Insurance(s) Accepted

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Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

UCSF Medical Center

Conditions Dr. Metz treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Metz accept Aetna insurance?

Lionel Metz's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 6 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Metz practice?

Lionel Metz practices in San Francisco, CA with hospital affiliations including UCSF Medical Center.

What does Dr. Metz specialize in?

Lionel Metz is a board-certified orthopaedics specialist with focus areas in Spine Surgery.

How long has Dr. Metz been practicing?

Lionel Metz has 18+ years of clinical experience in orthopaedics.

What is Dr. Metz's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Fellowship: Washington University School of Medicine (2015); Residency: University of CA at San Francisco-Orthopaedic Surg (2014); Internship: University of CA at San Francisco-Orthopaedic Surg (2009).