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Laura N. Sciaroni, MD, is an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of orthopaedic and sports medicine injuries and conditions, serving patients at Peninsula Orhtopedic Associates, in their Daly City, CA office.

Dr. Sciaroni is a San Francisco Bay Area native and began practicing in the San Francisco area after completing a fellowship in Sports Medicine at Lake Tahoe Orthopaedic Institute in Zephyr Cove, Nevada. She earned her Bachelor of Arts from the University of California, Santa Cruz and her medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin. She completed her residency training in Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of California, Irvine.

Dr. Sciaroni focuses her practice in sports medicine and general orthopaedic surgery, with particular interest in surgery and rehabilitation of the shoulder and knee.  She is Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery. She has served as a team physician for Skyline College and has worked with the St. Francis Center for Sports Medicine. She holds memberships in the San Francisco Medical Society, Western Orthopaedic Association, California Orthopaedic Association, California Medical Association, and The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

To serve patient throughout the Bay Area on various insurance plans, Dr. Sciaroni maintains staff privileges at St Francis Memorial Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center, and Seton Medical Center, and as well as Pacific Heights Surgery Center and Campus Surgery Center. Dr. Sciaroni is committed to helping her patients maintain a fulfilling and active lifestyle. When out of the office, Dr. Sciaroni can usually be found somewhere on Mt. Tam or the Marin Headlands, hiking or riding her road bike or mountain bike.

Nic Gay, MD, is an orthopaedic surgeon who specializes in lower extremity reconstruction and sports medicine. He is the co-founder of Silicon Valley Orthopaedics in Fremont, California.

Dr. Gay is an orthopaedic surgeon focusing primarily on hip, knee, and ankle reconstruction and surgical conditions of the leg. He treats all musculoskeletal conditions in both adults and children, focusing on the least invasive methods wherever possible. Dr. Gay takes a comprehensive approach to care by customizing a treatment plan that fits each patient’s lifestyle, work requirements, and family situation.

He performs total joint replacements utilizing ROSA robotic assistance technology. ROSA utilizes three-dimensional technology to optimize the placement of implants and patient anatomy. Dr. Gay still performs all aspects of the surgery directly; he simply uses the ROSA as an assistant to check all pre-operative computer measurements.

Dr. Gay was born and raised in Dallas, Texas. He graduated with honors from the University of North Texas. He attended Baylor College of Medicine for his medical degree and completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He completed a fellowship in lower extremity reconstruction under Roger Mann, MD. Dr. Gay serves as editor-in-chief of the Journal of Exercise, Sports & Orthopaedics. When Dr. Gay is not seeing patients, he spends time with his wife, Alana, and son, Ty.

For patients with osteoarthritis, Dr. Gay strives to exhaust conservative measures on all patients, including RICE, therapeutic exercise, and anti-inflammatories. He has trained extensively and regularly performs joint replacement of the hip, knee, and ankle. He performs joint replacement revisions in selected cases.

Many conditions may result from those active in sports and other leisure activities. When pain begins after an injury, Dr. Gay is well-trained in diagnosing and creating a comprehensive treatment plan for sports injuries. He has served as a physician for athletes at numerous colleges and high schools. Dr. Gay has trained extensively in the care of fractures, trauma, injuries, deformities, and reconstruction. Dr. Gay regularly performs surgeries on serious fractures at the surgery center. He will also discuss the risks and benefits with patients before surgery. Dr. Gay treats physically active people of all ages, with special emphasis on degenerative conditions and acute injuries. Dr. Gay and his staff work together with regional therapists, other orthopaedic surgeons, and pain specialists to provide a continuum of care. His entire team is fully committed to the success and happiness of each patient.

Noel Goldthwaite, MD, is an orthopedic spine surgeon with over 25 years of experience practicing at Peninsula Orthopedic Associates in Daly City, California. 

Dr. Goldthwaite earned his Doctor of Medicine at the University of California at Davis and has served as the Chief of orthopedic surgery at the SpineCare Medical Group since 1988. He is also a member of the San Francisco Medical Society.

Dr. Goldthwaite has lectured nationally, authored several research studies, and presented original research on spinal fusions and numerous other state-of-the-art surgical techniques; neck pain treatments; pre- and post-operative evaluations of patient pain and pain management; the lumbar spine; and the effects of surgical decisions on patients. He has also contributed articles to Spine, Surgical Rounds for Orthopedics, International Society for the Study of the Lumbar Spine, and several other medical journals. 

To schedule a consultation with Dr. Goldthwaite and the skilled team at Peninsula Orthopedic Associates, call the office or book online today.

Laura N. Sciaroni, MD, is an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of orthopaedic and sports medicine injuries and conditions, serving patients at Peninsula Orhtopedic Associates, in their Daly City, CA office.

Dr. Sciaroni is a San Francisco Bay Area native and began practicing in the San Francisco area after completing a fellowship in Sports Medicine at Lake Tahoe Orthopaedic Institute in Zephyr Cove, Nevada. She earned her Bachelor of Arts from the University of California, Santa Cruz and her medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin. She completed her residency training in Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of California, Irvine.

Dr. Sciaroni focuses her practice in sports medicine and general orthopaedic surgery, with particular interest in surgery and rehabilitation of the shoulder and knee.  She is Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery. She has served as a team physician for Skyline College and has worked with the St. Francis Center for Sports Medicine. She holds memberships in the San Francisco Medical Society, Western Orthopaedic Association, California Orthopaedic Association, California Medical Association, and The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

To serve patient throughout the Bay Area on various insurance plans, Dr. Sciaroni maintains staff privileges at St Francis Memorial Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center, and Seton Medical Center, and as well as Pacific Heights Surgery Center and Campus Surgery Center. Dr. Sciaroni is committed to helping her patients maintain a fulfilling and active lifestyle. When out of the office, Dr. Sciaroni can usually be found somewhere on Mt. Tam or the Marin Headlands, hiking or riding her road bike or mountain bike.

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.

Noel Goldthwaite, MD, is an orthopedic spine surgeon with over 25 years of experience practicing at Peninsula Orthopedic Associates in Daly City, California. 

Dr. Goldthwaite earned his Doctor of Medicine at the University of California at Davis and has served as the Chief of orthopedic surgery at the SpineCare Medical Group since 1988. He is also a member of the San Francisco Medical Society.

Dr. Goldthwaite has lectured nationally, authored several research studies, and presented original research on spinal fusions and numerous other state-of-the-art surgical techniques; neck pain treatments; pre- and post-operative evaluations of patient pain and pain management; the lumbar spine; and the effects of surgical decisions on patients. He has also contributed articles to Spine, Surgical Rounds for Orthopedics, International Society for the Study of the Lumbar Spine, and several other medical journals. 

To schedule a consultation with Dr. Goldthwaite and the skilled team at Peninsula Orthopedic Associates, call the office or book online today.

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.

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.

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.

Richard Han, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at Burlingame Orthopedics in Burlingame, California. He is a native of San Mateo County and specializes in sports medicine, treating patients of all ages in a welcoming, comfortable setting.

Dr. Han is highly skilled in cartilage restoration and repair, cartilage implantation and transfer, knee arthroscopy, rehabilitation, meniscus repair, rotator cuff repair, shoulder arthroscopy, and many other treatments. His expertise extends to shoulder replacement, treatments for shoulder instability, meniscus and cartilage knee surgery, and ACL repair/reconstruction. 

Dr. Han grew up in Hillsborough, California, and is a local graduate of San Mateo High School.  He attended medical school at the prestigious Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, DC. He completed an internship and residency at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA and a Sports Medicine/Shoulder fellowship at UCSF Medical Center in San Francisco, CA.

He is a member and esteemed fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the Arthroscopy Association of North America, and the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine. He holds an advanced board subspecialty certification in Sports Medicine.

Dr. Han enjoys helping people heal and returning them to their favorite activities. He has taken care of athletes at the University of California, Berkeley and Temple University.

He understands the challenges of caring for athletes as well as those limited in simple daily activities and ensures that they reach their goals, often without the need for surgery. He’s also conducted orthopedic research and authored textbook chapters on orthopedic medicine.

Dr. Han spent 8 years as an orthopedic surgeon in Modesto, CA. He served as the Chair of Orthopedics for Sutter Gould and Sutter Memorial Medical Center. 

In his free time, Dr. Han enjoys spending time with his wife and 3 children, snowboarding, cooking, trying new restaurants and traveling internationally.

He welcomes new and existing patients to Burlingame Orthopedics and looks forward to serving his hometown community.