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James Dettling, MD, Orthopaedic Surgery, Las Vegas, NV, Summerlin Hospital Medical Center

JamesRichardDettlingMD

Orthopaedic Surgery Las Vegas, NV

Orthopedic Sports Medicine

Medical Director, Vegas Golden Knights NHL

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Summary

  • Dr. James Dettling is an orthopedic surgeon in Las Vegas, NV and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, and Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center. He is the Medical Director/ Head team physician for the Vegas Golden Knights NHL hockey team. He received his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine and has been in practice 24 years. He specializes in orthopedic sports medicine and is experienced in sports medicine, arthritis, shoulder surgery, elbow surgery, and knee reconstruction.

Education & Training

  • Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic
    Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic ClinicFellowship, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, 1998 - 1999
  • University of California (Irvine)
    University of California (Irvine)Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1993 - 1998
  • Georgetown University School of Medicine
    Georgetown University School of MedicineClass of 1993
  • University of Southern California
    University of Southern CaliforniaBS, Exercise Science, Cum Laude, 1983 - 1987

Certifications & Licensure

  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 1994 - Present
  • TX State Medical License
    TX State Medical License 2016 - 2025
  • NV State Medical License
    NV State Medical License 1999 - 2025
  • AK State Medical License
    AK State Medical License 2006 - 2024
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Fellow, American College of Surgeons American College of Surgeons
  • Fellow, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, 2001

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Professional Memberships

Hospital Affiliations

Industry Relationships

  • Medical Director, Las Vegas Golden Knights NHL Team2017 - Present
  • Orthopedic Consult, Cirque du Soleil2001 - Present
  • Ring-side Physician, Nevada State Athletic Association2004 - 2014
  • Orthopedic Surgeon, USOC DelegationAdjuvant Orthopedic Surgery Staff for the USOC Delegation, 2008 Olympic Games, Beijing , China"2008 - 2008