Dr. Kristofer J. Jones is a board certified, fellowship trained orthopaedic surgeon who specializes in sports-related musculoskeletal injuries of the knee, shoulder and elbow. As a former intercollegiate athlete, Dr. Jones understands the unique demands and concerns faced by athletes at all levels of participation (from professional to recreational) and his goal is to return patients back to their regular activities using evidence-based medicine to guide his treatment plan.
He obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of Chicago, where he was a four-year letter winner and All-Conference tailback for the varsity football team.He was awarded the Howell-Murray Alumni Medal upon graduation. He received his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania where he received the Jonathan Rhoads Prize for Surgical Scholarship.
He obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of Chicago, where he was a four-year letter winner and All-Conference tailback for the varsity football team.He was awarded the Howell-Murray Alumni Medal upon graduation. He received his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania where he received the Jonathan Rhoads Prize for Surgical Scholarship.
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If you play a sport that involves jumping or quick stopping, you might be at risk of tearing your anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL. ACL tears are one of the most common injuries suffered by athletes, though they can severely limit your ability to continue playing without medical intervention. Dr. Kristofer J. Jones provides diagnosis and both surgical and nonsurgical treatment of ACL injuries in his Los Angeles practice.
A torn meniscus can be obvious - characterized by swelling, pain, and locking in your knee - or subtle and perhaps even passed off as an ache or pain. If you're experiencing knee pain, stiffness, or swelling, it's important to be evaluated by a doctor who specializes in orthopedic injuries and disorders.
When the articular cartilage in your knee begins to wear out and you lose the smooth gliding surface as a result, it can not only cause pain but change the way your knee functions. In most cases, early treatment is important in preventing worsening of the damage and causing more severe pain and complications.
If you're experiencing frequent dislocation of the patella, patellar stabilization might be the right treatment for you. In this procedure, the kneecap gets more room to move laterally and stabilized in a functional position to prevent future dislocations and the pain and disability associated with them.
If you have arthritis that impacts only one side of your knee, you may be a strong candidate for a procedure called knee osteotomy. The purpose of a knee ostomy is to shift your body weight, alleviating pressure on the damaged portion of your knee and redirecting it to the healthy side. Osteotomy can also be used as a more conservative approach to a total knee replacement, delaying the replacement for as long as ten years.
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Leonor Aguilera
Nov 02, 2021
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I am throughly satisfied with Dr Jones and his staff. I had visited a different orthopedic practice and I was not happy with their patient care. I never had a chance to see the orthopedic only a PA. I am extremely grateful to receive Dr Jones’ medical expertise and diagnosis, I left with peace of mind.
Sophia Fiorentino
Jul 22, 2021
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I’ve been to Dr. Jones for both my knees and shoulders and, without question, would fly back to LA to see him if I ever moved. He possess a rare combination of technical prowess, communication skills, and empathy seldom seen together in medicine.
I am a mere 5 days out of a fairly comprehensive shoulder surgery and have the utmost confidence in outcome being in his care. I was also sent home with a cold therapy cooler which has been an incredible aid and alternative to painkillers (I am taking nothing but the occasional Tylenol). This consideration should tell you something about how he thinks
I am a mere 5 days out of a fairly comprehensive shoulder surgery and have the utmost confidence in outcome being in his care. I was also sent home with a cold therapy cooler which has been an incredible aid and alternative to painkillers (I am taking nothing but the occasional Tylenol). This consideration should tell you something about how he thinks
Nikki Emam
Jul 20, 2021
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Dr. Jones provided excellent care when I tore my ACL skiing in January 2021. In addition to being an expert in ACL reconstructions, he was able to give amazing patient care before, during, and after surgery. He answered my many questions, quelled my post-op anxiety, and gave suggestions for physical therapists. Would definitely recommend him for this procedure!
James
May 16, 2021
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Dr. Kristopher Jones, what a legend! This doctor is so sharp and knowledgable in what he is doing. I had torn meniscus. We had surgery to clean it up. I was walking 2-3 days later without crutches. I am at week 4 post op now and going through PT. Feeling better than ever!
If you need an orthopedic surgeon thats knows what they are doing, go see Dr. Jones, you wont regret it!
If you need an orthopedic surgeon thats knows what they are doing, go see Dr. Jones, you wont regret it!
Cool Aunt
Mar 02, 2021
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Dr. K. Jones was outstanding from my 1st visit in September 2020 until my final visit on February 4, 2021. Dr. Jones was always professional,
pleasant and courteous and made me feel like I was the only person who mattered during the visit. He performed a Lt. shoulder arthroscopy and a bicep repair. He was honest and told me he wasn't sure what he would find during surgery. I felt very confident when I went to surgery and I have to say the post-op period went very well with minimal pain. Physical Therapy followed 3 weeks later and I am extremely pleased because I have regained full function of
pleasant and courteous and made me feel like I was the only person who mattered during the visit. He performed a Lt. shoulder arthroscopy and a bicep repair. He was honest and told me he wasn't sure what he would find during surgery. I felt very confident when I went to surgery and I have to say the post-op period went very well with minimal pain. Physical Therapy followed 3 weeks later and I am extremely pleased because I have regained full function of
Meredith Gold
Feb 13, 2021
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Dr. Jones is fantastic! I did my own research when I learned I had a torn meniscus and found that Dr. Jones was a collegiate athlete himself with personal experience with rehabbing his injuries, so I felt he would be the right person to help me get back to my own sport-related life ASAP...and I was right! Dr. Jones is great - he's kind and friendly (not every good surgeon is) and super talented. He is some sort of magician too, as I did not even need an asiprin for pain, nor my crutches to get around after he did my meniscus debridement!! I was back on my pins in a few days! Highly recommend!
Katia Larralde
Feb 11, 2021
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I am very grateful for Dr Jones and his staff. He maintains a very high level of professionalism, performs his practice with integrity, and is able to convey the complex surgical processes in a simplistic way. I travelled over 3,000 miles to have my knee surgery completed, and I could not be more satisfied. He always followed up when I had questions, set realistic expectations for my goals, and followed up with my physical therapists requests when support was needed. This was a major surgery and undertaking for me and he made the entire process feel extremely comfortable.
Whitney Hagan
Sep 06, 2019
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Dr. Jones is not only an amazing surgeon, he’s an amazing person. I have countless stories of him really listening to me when I talk about how I’m doing. His bedside manner leading up to and post surgery is so calm and encouraging. He completed 2 surgeries for me (a menisectomy and ACL reconstruction), and they have both gone perfectly. My physical therapist said my scar looks amazing, so straight and clean (thanks to Dr. Jones). He always me me feel like a person, not a patient. Dr. Jones is one of the best of what he does, but what puts him over the top is he truly cares about *you* and it
Maria Dodos
Jul 30, 2019
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Dr. Jones is a SUPER STAR!!!
Unfortunately I have a lot of health issues and see a lot of doctors, have had many surgeries and therefore have had experiences with many surgeons. Dr. Jones is the best! Not only is he a master surgeon...he’s kind, patient, listens to what you have to say, really cares about you and he actually follows through. He does things such as return calls or gives you necessary information on a timely basis. His assistant Lilit is also a gem. I can’t say enough about what a great doctor he is and I only wish ALL doctors were HALF as good as Dr. Jones.
Unfortunately I have a lot of health issues and see a lot of doctors, have had many surgeries and therefore have had experiences with many surgeons. Dr. Jones is the best! Not only is he a master surgeon...he’s kind, patient, listens to what you have to say, really cares about you and he actually follows through. He does things such as return calls or gives you necessary information on a timely basis. His assistant Lilit is also a gem. I can’t say enough about what a great doctor he is and I only wish ALL doctors were HALF as good as Dr. Jones.
Audra Smith
Jun 24, 2019
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I was in a bind and needed help to repair a severed ACL and Meniscus so my recovery time would be done by the time my next work season started. I made an appointment and was referred to Dr. Jones, he knew his stuff and was very accommodating in my requests. Surgery day came and he was very professional and efficient, friendly and courteous. I would suggest him to any of my professional athlete friends.
