James Grimes, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon

Orthopedic Surgeon An Orthopaedic Surgeon is educated in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. This specialist is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.

Board Certified: American Board of Orthopedic Surgery

Sports Medicine Specialist An Internist who specializes in preventing, diagnosing and treating injuries related to participating in sports and/or exercise. In addition to the study of those fields that focus on prevention, diagnosis, treatment and management of injuries, sports medicine also deals with illnesses and diseases that might have effects on health and physical performance.

Board Certified: American Board of Orthopedic Surgery

2008 - 2018

Bachelor of Science

University of California, San Diego, CA

1981 - 1985

Doctor of Medicine

Northeastern Ohio Universities, Rootstown, OH

1986 - 1990

Internship

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Santa Barbara, CA

1990 - 1991

Residency

University of Hawaii Integrated Orthopaedic Residency Training Program, Honolulu, HI

1991 - 1995