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Susan Bukata, MD, Orthopaedic Surgery, La Jolla, CA, UC San Diego Medical Center - Hillcrest

SusanVBukataMD

Orthopaedic Surgery La Jolla, CA

Musculoskeletal Oncology/Cancer, Clinical Informatics

Professor and Chair of Orthopedic Surgery, UC San Diego

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Education & Training

  • University of Rochester
    University of RochesterResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1995 - 2002
  • Genesee Hospital
    Genesee HospitalInternship, Transitional Year, 1995 - 1996
  • Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
    Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and SurgeonsClass of 1995

Certifications & Licensure

  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 2012 - 2025
  • NY State Medical License
    NY State Medical License 1996 - 2013
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • America's Top Doctors Castle Connolly, 2012-2014
  • Top Doctors:LA Area Castle Connolly, 2013
  • America's Top Doctors for Cancer Castle Connolly, 2012-2013
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Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Recommendations Regarding the Reporting of Economic Evaluations in Osteoporosis  
    S Silverman, K G Saag, S V Bukata, D T Gold, Osteoporosis international

Press Mentions

  • UC San Diego Health Awarded Advanced Certification in Spine Surgery
    UC San Diego Health Awarded Advanced Certification in Spine SurgeryNovember 7th, 2022
  • 30+ Orthopedic Leadership Moves in 2021
    30+ Orthopedic Leadership Moves in 2021October 11th, 2021
  • Susan Bukata, M.D. Named Orthopedic Department Chair
    Susan Bukata, M.D. Named Orthopedic Department ChairJune 3rd, 2021
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Hospital Affiliations