Orthopedics in Huntington Beach, CA

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Dr. Stephen Huo is a fellowship trained orthopedic spine surgeon specializing in degenerative disorders of the adult cervical and lumbar spine, spinal stenosis, herniated discs, fractures and traumatic spine injuries, adult scoliosis, tumors, cervical disc replacement, and minimally invasive spine surgery. A Southern California native, Dr. Huo completed his undergraduate studies Magna Cum Laude at the University of California, Irvine with a Bachelor of Science focusing on Neuroscience. He then earned his medical degree at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and returned home to complete his Orthopedic Surgery residency training at the University of California, Irvine. He concluded his training with a spine fellowship at Brown University in Rhode Island. A strong proponent of individualized care, Dr. Huo strives his best to provide quality care by tailoring his treatments to appropriately address the unique pathologies each patient faces. Dr. Huo is currently on staff at Orange Coast Medical Center, Saddleback Medical Center, and Long Beach Medical Center.

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Dr. Nikhil K. Chokshi is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in joint replacement, trauma, and orthopedic oncology. A Crystal Lake, Illinois native, he graduated high school as valedictorian and earned Chicago Tribune all-state academic honors. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from Washington University in St. Louis for both undergraduate and medical school, then completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Seton Hall University, where he was named Outstanding Chief Resident and received multiple teaching awards. Dr. Chokshi completed two fellowships at University of Sydney/Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Arthroplasty and Orthopedic Oncology, plus Orthopedic Trauma. After seven years in central Illinois, he joined Hinsdale Orthopedics. His expertise includes the direct anterior approach for total hip replacement—a minimally invasive technique offering less discomfort, faster recovery, and enhanced mobility. He performs patient-specific knee replacements customized to individual anatomy, reducing misalignment risks. Dr. Chokshi handles complex revision surgeries including direct anterior hip revisions, distal femur, proximal tibial, and total femoral replacements, plus oncologic resections, reconstructions, and reverse total shoulder arthroplasty. Dr. Chokshi actively researches treatment improvements and partners with patients throughout their care journey. An avid athlete, he has completed four marathons.