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Dr. Leslie Kim is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with subspecialization in shoulder and knee arthroscopy. Dr. Kim brings a special interest in sports medicine, workers’ compensation, forensic (medico-legal) orthopedics, and health care innovation to Peninsula Orthopedic Associates to help his patients in Daly City, California, lead healthy, active lives.

Dr. Kim graduated from Stanford University in Stanford, California, in 1974 and Stanford Medical School in 1978. He had completed a general surgery internship and orthopedic surgery residency at the University of California, Los Angeles, by 1983. He also received post-graduate fellowship training in arthroscopic surgery, orthopedic trauma, in Munich and in reconstructive surgery at Scripps Clinic in San Diego.

Following his formal training, Dr. Kim gained additional experience while working at the 1984 Olympics in Los Angeles and serving as a local college team physician. He also gained working knowledge of the workers’ compensation system as the medical director of a large statewide medical group.

Currently, Dr. Kim is the chair of the orthopedic surgery department at Mills-Peninsula Hospital in Burlingame, California, and on staff at Seton Medical Center in Daly City. Physician colleagues have elected him president of the California Orthopaedic Association, president of the San Mateo County Medical Association, a trustee on the Board of the California Medical Association, and Executive Committee member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Board of Councilors.

Outside of his work, Dr. Kim is a sports fitness and physical conditioning enthusiast who has participated in competitive triathlons and marathons. Having been born and raised in Hawaii, he enjoys a variety of water sports and outdoor activities, ranging from sailing and diving to skiing and trekking in the Himalayas.

Dr. A. Shabi Khan is an arthroscopic specialist at Peninsula Orthopedic Associates, helping patients in Daly City, California, address a wide range of issues, including knee, shoulder, hip, and ankle problems. Through his in-depth understanding of the musculoskeletal system and extensive training in arthroscopy, Dr. Khan’s goal is to restore pain-free movement to his patients.

Dr. Khan received his undergraduate degree at the University of California at Berkeley and earned his medical degree at the University of California at San Francisco in 1995. He trained in orthopedic surgery and received his specialist training at Stanford University Hospital in Stanford, California. He subspecialized in arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine at New York University’s Hospital for Joint Diseases.

His affiliations in the past include the New York Mets, U.S. Open Tennis Tournament, and the Alvin Ailey Dance Company. Currently, he has several consulting roles, including with San Francisco State University, City College of San Francisco, and Skyline College in San Bruno, California. Lastly, he consults for many amateur league sports teams in the Bay Area.

Sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery as a medical science are constantly evolving with sophisticated technology, progressive techniques, and exciting new frontiers. In a continuing effort to keep abreast of these new developments, Dr. Khan regularly attends national and international meetings, where he participates in workshops with colleagues and other specialists. This professional exchange of information ensures that his services are the most up-to-date.

Board-certified orthopedic surgeon, Michael F. Dillingham, MD, brings over 30 years of experience in sports medicine, orthopedic surgery, and physical rehabilitation to Peninsula Orthopedic Associates in Daly City and Atherton, California, serving patients throughout San Mateo County and the San Francisco Bay area. 

Dr. Dillingham began his professional career as a team physician for the San Francisco Forty-Niners of the National Football League. After 25 years and four Super Bowls, Dr. Dillingham joined the San Francisco Giants and served as their team physician through three World Series.

While working as a team physician, Dr. Dillingham also co-founded the Sports Orthopedic and Rehabilitation Medicine Associates (SOAR) in San Jose and San Francisco. There, he pioneered the multidisciplinary musculoskeletal group, both in concept and execution, rendering patient care via a true team concept. Dr. Dillingham has also served as the medical director at Stanford Sports Medicine and held the same position at Santa Clara University Athletics. 

Dr. Dillingham treats all types of sports-related issues but primarily focuses on those affecting the knees, shoulders, elbows, and ankles. His background as a team physician in professional, collegiate, and Olympic settings ensures patients receive access to cutting-edge, rehabilitative treatments, and education that can change their lives. 

Whenever possible, Dr. Dillingham recommends minimally invasive measures of care. He regularly develops treatment plans for men and women based on their unique lifestyle, health status, and age. Dr. Dillingham offers traditional treatments including physical therapy, as well as state-of-the-art surgical techniques including limb realignment and biologic resurfacing. 

When he isn’t spending time with patients, you can find Dr. Dillingham training the next generation of orthopedic specialists. He recently completed 25 years as medical director of the SOAR sports medicine accredited fellowship.

Dr. Dillingham welcomes any man or woman seeking high-quality, orthopedic care to Peninsula Orthopedic Associates.

Dr. Victoria Barber is board-certified in orthopedic surgery and joined Peninsula Orthopedic Associates in Daly City, California, in 1996. Her interest in musculoskeletal injuries and diseases developed naturally through her participation in high school and collegiate athletics. Given her own athletic pursuits, Dr. Barber has an empathetic understanding of the impact musculoskeletal trauma and degenerative diseases have on her patients’ lives.

Dr. Barber is a 1986 graduate of Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut, and a 1990 graduate of Yale University School of Medicine. Prior to heading west, Dr. Barber completed her surgical internship at George Washington University in Washington. Between 1992 and 1996, she completed her residency training at the San Francisco Orthopaedic Residency Program. In addition to the four-year residency program, Dr. Barber completed a year-long research fellowship at St. Mary’s Hospital in San Francisco.

Dr. Barber is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the California Orthopaedic Association, and the American Medical Association, and she’s also a California Workers’ Compensation doctor.

Outside of her practice, Dr. Barber frequently participates in research projects and has presented at national conferences. Through her ongoing education, Dr. Barber is able to return her patients to their highest possible level of function using the latest techniques and medicine available.

Board-certified orthopedic surgeon, Michael F. Dillingham, MD, brings over 30 years of experience in sports medicine, orthopedic surgery, and physical rehabilitation to Peninsula Orthopedic Associates in Daly City and Atherton, California, serving patients throughout San Mateo County and the San Francisco Bay area. 

Dr. Dillingham began his professional career as a team physician for the San Francisco Forty-Niners of the National Football League. After 25 years and four Super Bowls, Dr. Dillingham joined the San Francisco Giants and served as their team physician through three World Series.

While working as a team physician, Dr. Dillingham also co-founded the Sports Orthopedic and Rehabilitation Medicine Associates (SOAR) in San Jose and San Francisco. There, he pioneered the multidisciplinary musculoskeletal group, both in concept and execution, rendering patient care via a true team concept. Dr. Dillingham has also served as the medical director at Stanford Sports Medicine and held the same position at Santa Clara University Athletics. 

Dr. Dillingham treats all types of sports-related issues but primarily focuses on those affecting the knees, shoulders, elbows, and ankles. His background as a team physician in professional, collegiate, and Olympic settings ensures patients receive access to cutting-edge, rehabilitative treatments, and education that can change their lives. 

Whenever possible, Dr. Dillingham recommends minimally invasive measures of care. He regularly develops treatment plans for men and women based on their unique lifestyle, health status, and age. Dr. Dillingham offers traditional treatments including physical therapy, as well as state-of-the-art surgical techniques including limb realignment and biologic resurfacing. 

When he isn’t spending time with patients, you can find Dr. Dillingham training the next generation of orthopedic specialists. He recently completed 25 years as medical director of the SOAR sports medicine accredited fellowship.

Dr. Dillingham welcomes any man or woman seeking high-quality, orthopedic care to Peninsula Orthopedic Associates.

Ray Oshtory, MD, MBA, founded the Pacific Heights Spine Center in 2011 and has been providing the best possible orthopaedic and spinal care to his patients in San Francisco ever since. He understands how painful and debilitating spinal conditions can be and believes everyone who comes to his office deserves a comfortable and pleasant experience throughout their treatment.

He began his academic career at MIT, where he received a bachelor’s in mechanical engineering. He earned his MD and MBA from the University of California at Los Angeles before specializing in orthopaedic surgery at Stanford University. He completed his fellowship in spine surgery at Stanford University Medical Center (SUMC) and St. Mary's Hospital in San Francisco. He also served as a clinical instructor at SUMC.

Dr. Oshtory’s special interests are minimally-invasive surgery, cervical spine surgery, spinal deformity surgery, and biomedical device technology.  He has published articles in peer-reviewed journals and presented at national meetings. He is a member of the North American Spine Society and the Society of Lateral Access Surgeons. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (FAAOS).

As a board-certified orthopaedic spine surgeon, Dr. Oshtory is known for his expertise in minimally-invasive surgery for the treatment of back and neck conditions. He offers a range of sophisticated surgical procedures from microdecompression and microdiscectomy to complex spinal deformity reconstructions. He may also recommend alternative treatments such as acupuncture, exercise, or medication.

Dr. Oshtory works with you to evaluate your history and symptoms before he conducts comprehensive tests, such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs. He encourages you to ask questions and research further information so you understand potential outcomes, as well as what you can do to help speed recovery. His goal is to get you back on your feet and enjoying a pain-free life as quickly as possible.

Certifications

Orthopedic Surgery Board Certification

Education

• OrthoCarolina Sports Medicine and Shoulder Elbow Fellowship, 2016
• San Francisco Orthopedic Residency (St. Mary's Hospital), 2015
• Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, Doctor of Medicine, 2010
• Williams College, Bachelor of Arts: Biology and Political Science, 2004

Hobbies

Through-hiking & backpacking, mountaineering, cycling, back-country skiing, traveling.

At Joint Preservation Institute, board-certified orthopedic surgeon Amir Jamali, MD, provides complete orthopedic care to adults in Sacramento, Walnut Creek, and the Lower Nob Hill neighborhood in San Francisco, California. 

Dr. Jamali has more than ten years of experience. He studied at the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond, earning his Doctor of Medicine with Honors. 

After graduation, Dr. Jamali completed an orthopedic internship at the University of California, San Diego, and an orthopedic residency at the University of California San Diego Medical Center. He completed fellowship training in joint preservation surgery at the University of Berne in Switzerland and a second fellowship in joint replacement surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School in Boston.

Dr. Jamali founded the Joint Preservation Institute following the completion of his professional training. The practice provides compassionate and technologically advanced orthopedic care. 

Dr. Jamali pioneered surgical techniques for biological hip and knee replacement. 

People visit the Joint Preservation Institute to receive treatment for musculoskeletal problems, including sacroiliac joint pain, hip arthritis, shoulder injuries, and anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears. Dr. Jamali offers orthopedic surgery, including meniscal transplantation, ACL reconstruction, anterior total hip replacement, and cartilage repair. 

Dr. Jamali takes a conservative, minimally invasive treatment approach. His extensive training in arthroscopic surgery and other procedures allows for smaller incisions, fewer complications, and quicker recoveries. 

Dr. Jamali provides compassionate and personalized care, limiting the number of patients he sees to dedicate time and energy to each individual. Dr. Jamali enjoys continuing education and stays current on the latest research and treatment techniques. 

Call Dr. Jamali at the Joint Preservation Institute today to request a new patient appointment or book your visit online.

Ray Oshtory, MD, MBA, founded the Pacific Heights Spine Center in 2011 and has been providing the best possible orthopaedic and spinal care to his patients in San Francisco ever since. He understands how painful and debilitating spinal conditions can be and believes everyone who comes to his office deserves a comfortable and pleasant experience throughout their treatment.

He began his academic career at MIT, where he received a bachelor’s in mechanical engineering. He earned his MD and MBA from the University of California at Los Angeles before specializing in orthopaedic surgery at Stanford University. He completed his fellowship in spine surgery at Stanford University Medical Center (SUMC) and St. Mary's Hospital in San Francisco. He also served as a clinical instructor at SUMC.

Dr. Oshtory’s special interests are minimally-invasive surgery, cervical spine surgery, spinal deformity surgery, and biomedical device technology.  He has published articles in peer-reviewed journals and presented at national meetings. He is a member of the North American Spine Society and the Society of Lateral Access Surgeons. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (FAAOS).

As a board-certified orthopaedic spine surgeon, Dr. Oshtory is known for his expertise in minimally-invasive surgery for the treatment of back and neck conditions. He offers a range of sophisticated surgical procedures from microdecompression and microdiscectomy to complex spinal deformity reconstructions. He may also recommend alternative treatments such as acupuncture, exercise, or medication.

Dr. Oshtory works with you to evaluate your history and symptoms before he conducts comprehensive tests, such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs. He encourages you to ask questions and research further information so you understand potential outcomes, as well as what you can do to help speed recovery. His goal is to get you back on your feet and enjoying a pain-free life as quickly as possible.