DR. ROBERT JOHN PURCHASE, M.D.
Medical Practice at Bush St, San Francisco, CA

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Shoulder Surgery, Knee Ligament Reconstruction, Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement, Knee Replacement Surgery, Fracture Care, Shoulder Replacement, Minimally-Invasive Hip Replacement, Arthroscopic Shoulder Labral Repair, Knee Arthroscopy, Minimally-Invasive Knee Replacement

I believe in an old-fashion recipe to come to an accurate diagnosis; one part listening to the patient?s story or complaints, one part physical exam, and one part diagnostic imaging or tests. It is when all three of these components point in the same direction that one can come to a diagnosis. I believe the most common, avoidable mistake in making a diagnosis is over-emphasizing one of these elements. While medical training can be heavy in technical instruction, I was very fortunate to have mentors at every stage that reinforced the importance of understanding all facets of a patient?s presentation. I believe a well-informed patient is a better patient. Therefore, I will spend time explaining your pathology and the rationale behind the treatment options. This facilitates your involvement, in a real way, in the decision making process. I stress a non-operative approach but am skilled at all arthroscopic and open surgical options when they become necessary.

Orthopedic Surgeon at Robert Purchase, M.D., Inc.

Medical Practice

Robert Purchase, M.D., Inc. - San Francisco Bay Area since Jul 2011 - Orthopedic Surgeon Kaiser Permanente May 2009 - Jul 2011 - Orthopedic Surgeon Central Cal Orthopedic Medical Associates, Inc Aug 2008 - May 2009 - Orthopedic Surgeon Sportsmed, Inc. Aug 2007 - Jul 2008 - Sports Medicine fellow Temple University Hospital Jul 2002 - Jul 2007 - Orthopedic Resident

Temple University School of Medicine 1998 - 2002
M.D Washington and Jefferson College 1992 - 1996
B.A, Biology