David M. Contreras, M.D.

Dr. Contreras practices general orthopedic surgery with a special interest in sports medicine and knee replacement at Muir Orthopaedic Specialists. An educator by nature, he has lectured and authored several articles on his specialty.

Dr. Contreras, began practicing orthopedic medicine in 1991 after receiving his medical degree and completing his internship and residency at University of California, San Francisco. His ensuing fellowship in orthopedic trauma prepared him for a challenging position as Assistant Clinical Professor for the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at UCSF’s School of Medicine, and lead to his appointment as the acting Chief of the Orthopaedic Department at San Francisco General Hospital.

Dr. Contreras is Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and has 25 years of experience in treating patients.

My Approach to Treating Patients

I perform several hundred successful orthopedic surgeries annually. Your health and quality of orthopedic care are my two top priorities. My patients participate in a carefully performed physical exam, along with the appropriate x-ray or MRI, here on our orthopedic campus. The results of these tests are explained in detail to my patients by using models or drawings. This facilitates a rapid decision-making process and in many cases leads to non-surgical treatments. I am delighted my patients can experience the care and technology here at Muir Orthopedic Specialists.

My goal is to restore maximum function with the highest level of quality care so you can get back to living life.

My interests include Sports Medicine, Pediatrics and Adult Reconstruction. My 13 years of experience at UCSF and San Francisco General Hospital have provided me with a broad background of treatment options.

Curriculum Vitae

GROUP AFFILIATION:
Muir Orthopaedic Specialists

OFFICE LOCATIONS:
2405 Shadelands Drive
Walnut Creek, CA 94598

EDUCATION:
1978 – University of California, Los Angeles – BA
1982 – University of California, San Francisco – MD

INTERNSHIP:
1982 – 1983 – University of California, San Francisco

RESIDENCY:
1983 -1987 – University of California, San Francisco, Orthopaedic Surgery

FELLOWSHIP:
1987 – 1988 – San Francisco General Hospital, San Francisco, CA Orthopaedic Trauma

BOARD CERTIFICATION:
7/90 – San Francisco General Hospital, San Francisco, CA Orthopaedic Trauma

SPECIALTY ORGANIZATIONS:
Inman-Abbott Society
Western Orthopedic Association
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

EXPERIENCED BACKGROUND:
1988 – 1991 – Assistant Clinical Professor, UCSF, San Francisco General Hospital
1990 – 1991 – Acting Chief of Orthopaedic Surgery, San Francisco General Hospital
1991-Present – Practice of Orthopaedic Surgery

HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS:
John Muir Medical Center
San Ramon Regional Medical Center
Sequoia Surgical Pavilion