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Roy Akrakian, MD, is an outstanding orthopaedic specialist passionate about serving his community. An integral part of the team at Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute, Dr. Akarakian helps residents of Victorville, Pomona, and Barstow, California, find relief from various conditions affecting their bone, joint, and muscle health.
Dr. Akarakian began his studies at the University of California, Los Angeles. He completed medical school at Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan, and remained in the area for his residency and fellowship training.
Professional roles as an emergency medicine attending physician and a physician for soccer, baseball, and hockey teams provided different learning environments, expanding Dr. Akarakian’s understanding of sports medicine and orthopedics.
The author of multiple scholarly papers and a forthcoming book, Dr. Akarakian believes in remaining connected to the academic medical community. He also enjoys participating in conferences and workshops as a presenter or attendee.
When not in the office, Dr. Akarakian enjoys playing beach volleyball and soccer and learning new cooking skills and stock trading.
“Dr. Roy is fantastic. I’ve had injections before and they hurt like hell but in his office it was fantastic. Very pleasant experience barely felt anything. My shots were insulin hurt worse. I would recommend them 1000%. Their staff is also fantastic”
Dr. Roy Akarakian, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician
12490 Business Center Drive
Suite 100
Victorville, CA 92395
4.8(121)
4.7
(252)
Dr. David Surdyka, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon 4.4 mi
4.7(252)
12490 Business Center Drive
Suite 100
Victorville, CA 92395
The Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute's David Surdyka, MD, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon offering outstanding services to patients at two of the practice's locations in Victorville and Barstow, California, office. Dr. Surdyka delivers high-quality care to patients with diseases and injuries of the musculoskeletal system, using his many years of experience to create individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Dr. Surdyka earned his medical degree from the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine in Irvine, California. He followed this with internship and residency programs at the University of California, Irvine Medical Center in Orange, California. Since then, he has expanded his knowledge and skills with ongoing professional development and seeks to provide the best possible outcomes for patients using the latest surgical techniques and technologies.
Dr. Surdyka combines outstanding patient care with rigorous standards, advocating noninvasive treatments where possible before considering more invasive procedures or surgery. He treats his patients with confidentiality, compassion, and respect. Their health and well-being are always his top priority.
Kunal Kalra, MD, of the Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon whose areas of expertise include sports medicine and shoulder surgery. Dr. Kalra treats shoulder, hip, ankle, knee, and elbow injuries and disorders, seeing patients at the in Victorville, Pomona, Banning, Loma Linda and Chino, California, offices.
Dr. Kalra attended the University of Mumbai's Grant Government Medical College and Sir JJ (Jamsetjee Jeejebhoy) Group of Hospitals in Mumbai, India, where he earned his medical degree. He stayed in Mumbai to complete his orthopaedic surgery residency at TN Medical College and BYL Nair Hospital, then moved to the United States.
He studied for his orthopaedic sports medicine fellowship at New York City’s Lenox Hill Hospital and NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital in Manhattan's Upper East Side and then traveled to the West Coast to attend the University of California in San Francisco (UCSF) for fellowship training in adult joint reconstruction. Dr. Kalra also received specialist training in pediatric orthopaedics at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts, and is an AFTS Fellow (Paris) in shoulder surgery.
Dr. Kalra speaks fluent Hindi, English, and Marathi, so he can cater to patients from a variety of cultures and backgrounds. For most patients, he considers comprehensive non-surgical management first, offering advanced evidence-based treatments where necessary.
He aims to help people enjoy a healthier life, and he firmly believes that patients play a vital role in their therapy. He works with each person to help them make better choices that promote good health. Dr. Kalra says his goal is to keep patients out of his office because he'd much rather they are well and doing the activities they love.
Lindsey Urband, MD, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained hand, upper extremity, and microsurgeon at the four Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute offices in Victorville, Pomona, and Barstow, California. She specializes in treating complicated fractures, Deupuytren’s contractures, nerve problems, and arthritis of the hand and upper extremity.
Dr. Urband earned her medical degree at the University of Minnesota Medical School in Minneapolis. She completed a general surgery internship at the University of Minnesota and then traveled to the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine for an orthopedic residency. She finished her formal education with an orthopedic surgery fellowship at the Hand Center in San Antonio, Texas.
When she’s not at work, Dr. Urband enjoys traveling and has worked on three surgical mission trips to Guatemala as a medical interpreter and assistant surgeon. She is an active person and likes running, cycling, paddle boarding, alpine skiing, and salsa dancing. Dr. Urband spent some time as a speed skater, which helps her understand athletic injuries and the importance for athletes to safely and effectively return to competition.
Chris Urband, MD, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopaedic sports medicine doctor at the four Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute offices in Victorville, Pomona, and Barstow, California.
He specializes in shoulder surgery and shoulder reconstruction, including anatomic and reverse total shoulder arthroplasty. He is particularly interested in assisting patients with treatment for shoulder, hip, and knee injuries.
Dr. Urband’s background in engineering education allows him to get to the root cause of orthopedic issues. He spends adequate time with each patient to ensure an accurate diagnosis.
Dr. Urband earned his medical degree at the State University of New York at Stony Brook School of Medicine in Stony Brook, New York. He then traveled to Buffalo to complete his orthopedic surgery residency at the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine before completing an orthopedic sports medicine fellowship at the TRIA Orthopaedic Center in Minnesota.
When he’s not at work, Dr. Urband is a triathlete and enjoys cycling, backpacking, surfing, and skiing. He used his education, experience treating the athletic population, and his personal love of sports to author multiple book chapters on upper extremity conditions.
Vikram Parmar, MD, is a highly-skilled, board-certified orthopaedic surgeon working with patients at Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute with four locations in Victorville, Pomona, and Barstow, California. He is also a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Dr. Parmar earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. He completed a fellowship in degenerative spine surgery at the Stanford Medical Center in Palo Alto, California, and then a fellowship in degenerative spine and spine trauma at the Campbell Clinic in Memphis, Tennessee.
He has performed over 4,000 spine procedures and is well-versed in non-operative and operative treatments for spinal pathologies. His area of expertise includes:
spinal reconstruction
minimally invasive surgery
spine trauma
evaluation and treatment of patients with multiple failed previous surgeries
Dr. Parmar has specialized training in kyphoplasty, minimally invasive spine surgery, and artificial disc replacement of the cervical and lumbar spine.
He has published articles and written a textbook chapter studying the pathology and treatment of axial low back pain. Dr. Parmar is also a member of the North American Spine Society.
Nirav Amin, MD, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon at the four Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute offices in Victorville, Pomona, Barstow, Banning, and Loma Linda, California. He received specialized training in the preservation, investigation, and restoration of the extremities and spine and treats patients with musculoskeletal problems.
He enjoys helping patients with orthopedic injuries, degenerative diseases to reduce pain and help them return to their daily activities as soon as possible. He stays up-to-date with the latest orthopedic treatment and technologies and offers in-office arthroscopy for accurate diagnoses and treatment.
Dr. Amin earned his medical degree at the Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and stayed in the city to complete his orthopedic surgery residency at the Hahnemann University Hospital.
Dr. Amin traveled to Ohio to complete a sports medicine fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic, followed by an adult reconstruction and orthopedic surgery fellowship at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City.
Board-certified orthopaedic surgeon Samir Nayyar, MD, of the Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute, specializes in joint replacement and reconstruction and loves helping people get back to an active, pain-free lifestyle. Dr. Nayyar sees patients at the practice's three locations in Victorville, Pomona, Barstow, Banning, and Loma Linda, California, office and relishes being able to make a positive impact on his patients' quality of life that's both immediate and long-lasting.
Dr. Nayyar was born in New York but relocated to Apple Valley, California, where he attended Granite Hills High School. He returned to New York to study for his medical degree at the State University of New York at Buffalo, receiving the Excellence in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery Award and the SUNY Chancellor's Award.
During Dr. Nayyar's time at NYU Langone Orthopaedic Hospital in New York City, he trained under some of the most esteemed orthopedic surgeons, gaining experience in joint replacement and reconstruction and achieving a fellowship in orthopaedic surgery.
Dr. Nayyar uses innovative, minimally invasive techniques during surgery that reduce blood loss and postoperative pain, ensuring the experience is less traumatic for his patients. He sees patients of all ages, from children to seniors, and all walks of life, from athletes specializing in many different sports to older patients who just want to remain active and play with their grandchildren.
He undertakes a variety of surgical cases, performing delicate nerve repairs one day and major joint replacement surgery the next. He believes that while everyone feels fragile at times, people are extraordinarily resilient, and with the high-class treatment and ongoing support he provides, his patients can overcome their injuries.
Dr. Nayyar is proud of his ability to help patients regain mobility and find relief from pain and is excited about using his skills to assist people back home in the High Desert area of California, where he grew up.
Roy Akrakian, MD, is an outstanding orthopaedic specialist passionate about serving his community. An integral part of the team at Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute, Dr. Akarakian helps residents of Victorville, Pomona, and Barstow, California, find relief from various conditions affecting their bone, joint, and muscle health.
Dr. Akarakian began his studies at the University of California, Los Angeles. He completed medical school at Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan, and remained in the area for his residency and fellowship training.
Professional roles as an emergency medicine attending physician and a physician for soccer, baseball, and hockey teams provided different learning environments, expanding Dr. Akarakian’s understanding of sports medicine and orthopedics.
The author of multiple scholarly papers and a forthcoming book, Dr. Akarakian believes in remaining connected to the academic medical community. He also enjoys participating in conferences and workshops as a presenter or attendee.
When not in the office, Dr. Akarakian enjoys playing beach volleyball and soccer and learning new cooking skills and stock trading.
“Dr. Roy is fantastic. I’ve had injections before and they hurt like hell but in his office it was fantastic. Very pleasant experience barely felt anything. My shots were insulin hurt worse. I would recommend them 1000%. Their staff is also fantastic”
Dr. Roy Akarakian, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician
2150 N. Waterman Avenue
Suite 303
San Bernardino, CA 92404
4.8(121)
4.7
(155)
Dr. Vikram Parmar, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon 27.6 mi
4.7(155)
2150 N. Waterman Avenue
Suite 303
San Bernardino, CA 92404
Vikram Parmar, MD, is a highly-skilled, board-certified orthopaedic surgeon working with patients at Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute with four locations in Victorville, Pomona, and Barstow, California. He is also a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Dr. Parmar earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. He completed a fellowship in degenerative spine surgery at the Stanford Medical Center in Palo Alto, California, and then a fellowship in degenerative spine and spine trauma at the Campbell Clinic in Memphis, Tennessee.
He has performed over 4,000 spine procedures and is well-versed in non-operative and operative treatments for spinal pathologies. His area of expertise includes:
spinal reconstruction
minimally invasive surgery
spine trauma
evaluation and treatment of patients with multiple failed previous surgeries
Dr. Parmar has specialized training in kyphoplasty, minimally invasive spine surgery, and artificial disc replacement of the cervical and lumbar spine.
He has published articles and written a textbook chapter studying the pathology and treatment of axial low back pain. Dr. Parmar is also a member of the North American Spine Society.
Dr. Jason Tani, MD, cares for patients at Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute, with three locations in Loma Linda, San Bernardino, and Pomona, California.
Dr. Tani was born and raised in the Aloha State of Hawaii. He attended a school for ethnic Hawaiians and then traveled to Missouri, where he received a bachelor’s degree in Biology and Education. He then worked as a flight attendant before being accepted into medical school in Hawaii.
Dr. Tani graduated in the top quarter of his class. He completed a surgical internship at UC Davis Medical Center in Sacramento, California, where he met a famous orthopedic trauma surgeon, Michael Chapman, MD, who encouraged him to pursue orthopedic training.
He trained in the West Virginia University (WVU) Orthopedic Program in Morgantown, West Virginia, providing level 1 trauma experience. After completing the program, he accepted a position in Mesa, Arizona, where he practiced for over 20 years.
Following a brief hiatus in Hawaii, Dr. Tani returned to Arizona and practiced in the small rural town of Payson. He now looks forward to living the California life.
His areas of expertise and interest include fracture care, total and partial knee replacement, carpal tunnel, trigger fingers, knee arthroscopy, hip replacement, pediatric fracture care, and amputations.
In his spare time, Dr. Tani loves to golf and traveling to wine country.
The Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute's David Surdyka, MD, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon offering outstanding services to patients at two of the practice's locations in Victorville and Barstow, California, office. Dr. Surdyka delivers high-quality care to patients with diseases and injuries of the musculoskeletal system, using his many years of experience to create individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Dr. Surdyka earned his medical degree from the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine in Irvine, California. He followed this with internship and residency programs at the University of California, Irvine Medical Center in Orange, California. Since then, he has expanded his knowledge and skills with ongoing professional development and seeks to provide the best possible outcomes for patients using the latest surgical techniques and technologies.
Dr. Surdyka combines outstanding patient care with rigorous standards, advocating noninvasive treatments where possible before considering more invasive procedures or surgery. He treats his patients with confidentiality, compassion, and respect. Their health and well-being are always his top priority.
Board-certified orthopaedic surgeon Samir Nayyar, MD, of the Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute, specializes in joint replacement and reconstruction and loves helping people get back to an active, pain-free lifestyle. Dr. Nayyar sees patients at the practice's three locations in Victorville, Pomona, Barstow, Banning, and Loma Linda, California, office and relishes being able to make a positive impact on his patients' quality of life that's both immediate and long-lasting.
Dr. Nayyar was born in New York but relocated to Apple Valley, California, where he attended Granite Hills High School. He returned to New York to study for his medical degree at the State University of New York at Buffalo, receiving the Excellence in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery Award and the SUNY Chancellor's Award.
During Dr. Nayyar's time at NYU Langone Orthopaedic Hospital in New York City, he trained under some of the most esteemed orthopedic surgeons, gaining experience in joint replacement and reconstruction and achieving a fellowship in orthopaedic surgery.
Dr. Nayyar uses innovative, minimally invasive techniques during surgery that reduce blood loss and postoperative pain, ensuring the experience is less traumatic for his patients. He sees patients of all ages, from children to seniors, and all walks of life, from athletes specializing in many different sports to older patients who just want to remain active and play with their grandchildren.
He undertakes a variety of surgical cases, performing delicate nerve repairs one day and major joint replacement surgery the next. He believes that while everyone feels fragile at times, people are extraordinarily resilient, and with the high-class treatment and ongoing support he provides, his patients can overcome their injuries.
Dr. Nayyar is proud of his ability to help patients regain mobility and find relief from pain and is excited about using his skills to assist people back home in the High Desert area of California, where he grew up.
“Always happy with my visits or telephone appts .dr is always with full concern of any problems or needs I may have....i feel very grateful to have a Dr. Like this whom I feel I can reach out too at all times.”
Dr. Jason Tani, MD, cares for patients at Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute, with three locations in Loma Linda, San Bernardino, and Pomona, California.
Dr. Tani was born and raised in the Aloha State of Hawaii. He attended a school for ethnic Hawaiians and then traveled to Missouri, where he received a bachelor’s degree in Biology and Education. He then worked as a flight attendant before being accepted into medical school in Hawaii.
Dr. Tani graduated in the top quarter of his class. He completed a surgical internship at UC Davis Medical Center in Sacramento, California, where he met a famous orthopedic trauma surgeon, Michael Chapman, MD, who encouraged him to pursue orthopedic training.
He trained in the West Virginia University (WVU) Orthopedic Program in Morgantown, West Virginia, providing level 1 trauma experience. After completing the program, he accepted a position in Mesa, Arizona, where he practiced for over 20 years.
Following a brief hiatus in Hawaii, Dr. Tani returned to Arizona and practiced in the small rural town of Payson. He now looks forward to living the California life.
His areas of expertise and interest include fracture care, total and partial knee replacement, carpal tunnel, trigger fingers, knee arthroscopy, hip replacement, pediatric fracture care, and amputations.
In his spare time, Dr. Tani loves to golf and traveling to wine country.
Roy Akrakian, MD, is an outstanding orthopaedic specialist passionate about serving his community. An integral part of the team at Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute, Dr. Akarakian helps residents of Victorville, Pomona, and Barstow, California, find relief from various conditions affecting their bone, joint, and muscle health.
Dr. Akarakian began his studies at the University of California, Los Angeles. He completed medical school at Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan, and remained in the area for his residency and fellowship training.
Professional roles as an emergency medicine attending physician and a physician for soccer, baseball, and hockey teams provided different learning environments, expanding Dr. Akarakian’s understanding of sports medicine and orthopedics.
The author of multiple scholarly papers and a forthcoming book, Dr. Akarakian believes in remaining connected to the academic medical community. He also enjoys participating in conferences and workshops as a presenter or attendee.
When not in the office, Dr. Akarakian enjoys playing beach volleyball and soccer and learning new cooking skills and stock trading.
“Dr. Roy is fantastic. I’ve had injections before and they hurt like hell but in his office it was fantastic. Very pleasant experience barely felt anything. My shots were insulin hurt worse. I would recommend them 1000%. Their staff is also fantastic”
Dr. Roy Akarakian, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician
9190 Haven Ave
Suite 200
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91767
4.8(121)
4.7
(289)
Dr. Kunal Kalra, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon 38.8 mi
4.7(289)
9190 Haven Ave
Suite 200
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91767
Kunal Kalra, MD, of the Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon whose areas of expertise include sports medicine and shoulder surgery. Dr. Kalra treats shoulder, hip, ankle, knee, and elbow injuries and disorders, seeing patients at the in Victorville, Pomona, Banning, Loma Linda and Chino, California, offices.
Dr. Kalra attended the University of Mumbai's Grant Government Medical College and Sir JJ (Jamsetjee Jeejebhoy) Group of Hospitals in Mumbai, India, where he earned his medical degree. He stayed in Mumbai to complete his orthopaedic surgery residency at TN Medical College and BYL Nair Hospital, then moved to the United States.
He studied for his orthopaedic sports medicine fellowship at New York City’s Lenox Hill Hospital and NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital in Manhattan's Upper East Side and then traveled to the West Coast to attend the University of California in San Francisco (UCSF) for fellowship training in adult joint reconstruction. Dr. Kalra also received specialist training in pediatric orthopaedics at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts, and is an AFTS Fellow (Paris) in shoulder surgery.
Dr. Kalra speaks fluent Hindi, English, and Marathi, so he can cater to patients from a variety of cultures and backgrounds. For most patients, he considers comprehensive non-surgical management first, offering advanced evidence-based treatments where necessary.
He aims to help people enjoy a healthier life, and he firmly believes that patients play a vital role in their therapy. He works with each person to help them make better choices that promote good health. Dr. Kalra says his goal is to keep patients out of his office because he'd much rather they are well and doing the activities they love.
Lindsey Urband, MD, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained hand, upper extremity, and microsurgeon at the four Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute offices in Victorville, Pomona, and Barstow, California. She specializes in treating complicated fractures, Deupuytren’s contractures, nerve problems, and arthritis of the hand and upper extremity.
Dr. Urband earned her medical degree at the University of Minnesota Medical School in Minneapolis. She completed a general surgery internship at the University of Minnesota and then traveled to the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine for an orthopedic residency. She finished her formal education with an orthopedic surgery fellowship at the Hand Center in San Antonio, Texas.
When she’s not at work, Dr. Urband enjoys traveling and has worked on three surgical mission trips to Guatemala as a medical interpreter and assistant surgeon. She is an active person and likes running, cycling, paddle boarding, alpine skiing, and salsa dancing. Dr. Urband spent some time as a speed skater, which helps her understand athletic injuries and the importance for athletes to safely and effectively return to competition.
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