Dr. Christopher E. Urband

Chosen as one of San Diego's top three doctors in Orthopedic Surgery.

Dr. Urband has a background in mechanical engineering, he focuses on finding the “root cause” of issues and clearly explaining complex conditions. He treats a wide range of injuries, with a special interest in the shoulder, hip, and knee, and excels in shoulder reconstruction. As an avid athlete, he particularly enjoys treating the athletic population. His dedication to personalized care and comprehensive solutions solidifies his standing as a highly trusted orthopedic specialist.

(858) 705-6130

11939 Rancho Bernardo Rd, Suite 115, San Diego, CA 92128

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Awards & Certifications:

– American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery – Board Certified – Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (FAAOS) – California Orthopaedic Association – QME CME Certificate, 2023 – Author of multiple book chapters on upper extremity conditions

Education & Training:

– Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute – BS in Mechanical Engineering – Columbia University – Postbaccalaureate Premedical Program – Stony Brook University School of Medicine – MD – University at Buffalo – Orthopaedic Surgery Residency – TRIA Orthopaedic Center, Bloomington, MN – Fellowship in Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery

Why did we choose Dr. Christopher E. Urband as one of our Top Doctors?

Top3Doctors.com selected Dr. Christopher E. Urband as a top orthopedic surgeon in San Diego because of his engineering mind, his sports medicine training, and his shoulder expertise. He earned a degree in mechanical engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute before medical school at Stony Brook University. After residency at the University at Buffalo, he completed a fellowship in sports medicine and shoulder surgery at TRIA Orthopaedic Center in Minnesota. He is board-certified and a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He has also written several book chapters on upper body conditions.

What sets Dr. Urband apart is how he thinks. His engineering background pushes him to find the root cause of a problem. Then he explains it in plain terms. He treats many kinds of injuries, with special interest in the shoulder, hip, and knee, and he excels at shoulder reconstruction. As an athlete himself, he enjoys caring for active patients at Prestige Orthopedics & Sports Medicine. For these reasons, Top3Doctors.com proudly names Dr. Christopher E. Urband among the top three orthopedic surgeons in San Diego.