Dr. Ephraim Dickinson attended Williams College where he studied political science and biology. From there he received his MD from Columbia University before moving to San Francisco to complete his orthopedic residency. Following residency, he completed a fellowship in Sports Shoulder and Elbow at OrthoCarolina in Charlotte. While there he was assistant team physician to the Carolina Panthers and the Charlotte Knights. He continues to work with high school and college athletes to develop sport-specific injury prevention protocols.
His surgical specialties include minimally invasive arthroscopic knee, shoulder, and hip surgery. Additionally, he focuses on complex knee and shoulder ligament reconstructions, shoulder replacements, and has a particular interest in cartilage restoration and transplantation procedures for the knee.
Specialities
Shoulder
AC Joint Arthritis and Reconstruction
Anterior and Posterior Labral Repair
Biceps Tenodesis
Rotator Cuff Repair
SLAP Repair
Knee
ACL Reconstruction
Cartilage Restoration
Meniscus Repair
Meniscus Transplant
MPFL Reconstruction
Multi-ligamentous Knee Reconstruction
Osteochondral (OCD) Repair
Patellar Realignment for Instability
Elbow
Distal Bicep Repair
Lateral Epicondylitis Repair (Tennis Elbow)
Triceps Repair
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Hand and Wrist
Carpal Tunnel Release
DeQuervain’s Tendon Release
Ganglion Cyst Removal
Trigger Finger Release
Foot and Ankle
Achilles Tendon Rupture
Minimally Invasive Achilles Repair
Trauma/Fracture Care
Ankle Fractures
Clavicle Fractures
Distal Radius Fractures
Elbow Fractures
Fifth Metatarsal Fractures (changed from 5th Metatarsal Fractures for consistency)
Metacarpal Fractures
Patellar Fractures
Proximal Humerus Fractures
Tibial Plateau Fractures
Joint Arthroplasty/Replacement
Partial Knee Replacements
Reverse Shoulder Replacements
Total Knee Replacements
Total Shoulder Replacements
Dr. Dickinson’s Approach
Above all else, I strive to help my patients return to their pre-injury activities and lifestyle as quickly as possible. To provide the best care, I utilize the latest techniques in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. I have personally experienced serious orthopedic injury and understand the difficulties and fears regarding surgery and subsequent rehabilitation. Working together with you, we will create a personalized, tailored plan best suited to your individual needs.
Real Stories, Real Recovery.
Surgical Facilities
Pacific Heights Surgery Center
3000 California Street, Second Floor, San Francisco, CA 94115
