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My Story

        Dr. Claudia Ghisa is an orthopedic surgeon based in California with advanced fellowship training in sports medicine. She specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries, with particular expertise in conditions of the shoulder, hip, knee, and ankle.

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        Dr. Ghisa earned her undergraduate degree from New York University, where she also competed as a cross-country and track athlete. She went on to receive her medical degree from the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University, completed her orthopedic surgery residency at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City, and pursued fellowship training in sports medicine at the Southern California Orthopedic Institute (SCOI).

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        Her active lifestyle and background as a competitive runner informs her patient-centered approach, as she understands firsthand the demands of athletics and the importance of returning to peak performance. Dr. Ghisa is committed to evidence-based, compassionate care that helps athletes and active individuals of all ages recover function and achieve long-term wellness.

My Philosophy

          My philosophy of care is centered on combining evidence-based medicine with a personalized approach. I believe every patient’s story is unique — from professional athletes striving to return to peak performance, to active individuals who simply want to enjoy daily life without pain. My goal is to listen carefully, understand each patient’s needs and goals, and then work together to create a clear treatment plan.

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          I place a strong emphasis on education and communication. I want my patients to leave each visit not only with answers but with confidence — knowing they fully understand their diagnosis, the options available, and what to expect during recovery. By fostering collaboration and trust, I help patients make informed decisions that align with both their medical needs and lifestyle.

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          Ultimately, my role is to provide the highest quality orthopedic care while supporting my patients every step of the way — from the first consultation through rehabilitation and return to activity.

Research & Publications

Publications:

  • White, N., Ghisa, C., Tran, A., Haffner, M. R., Shybut, T. B., Getelman, M. H., & Delman, C. M. (2025). “Posterior Shoulder Instability: A Clinical Review.” Orthopedic Clinics.

  • Ghisa, Claudia, and Kenneth R. Zaslav. “Novel Treatment Options for Knee Cartilage Defects in 2023.” Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy Review 32(2), June 2024. DOI: 10.1097/JSA.0000000000000398.

  • Ghisa, Claudia, and Kenneth R. Zaslav. "Current State of Off the Shelf Scaffolds and Implants for Meniscal Replacement." Journal of Cartilage & Joint Preservation (2022): 100040. doi: 10.1016/j.jcjp.2022.100040.

  • Sabesan VJ, Lima DJL, Goss L, Gauger M, Whaley JD, Ghisa C, Malone DL. Does Medicaid payer status affect patient's shoulder outcomes after shoulder arthroplasty? Musculoskelet Surg. 2021 Apr;105(1):43-47. doi: 10.1007/s12306-019-00627-w. Epub 2019 Nov 11. PMID: 31712979.

  • Chatha K, Borroto W, Goss L, Ghisa C, Gilot G, Sabesan VJ. How orthopedic surgeons can impact opioid use and dependence in shoulder arthroplasty. JSES Int. 2020 Feb 5;4(1):105-108. doi: 10.1016/j.jses.2019.10.113. 

  • Sabesan VJ, Chatha K, Goss L, Ghisa C, Gilot G. Can patient and fracture factors predict opioid dependence following upper extremity fractures?: A Retrospective Review. J Orthop Surg Res. 2019 Sep 26;14(1):316. doi: 10.1186/s13018-019-1233-7.

  • Ghisa C, Peck E, Comparative Sonographic and Magnetic Resonance Images of an Acute Pronator Teres Full-Thickness Tear. PM&R (2018), doi: 10.1016.j.pmrj.2018.03.020.

 

Presentations:

  • Factors Associated with Unplanned Hospital Admission for Planned Ambulatory Total Shoulder Arthroplasty

  • Reverse PAO vs Hip Arthroscopy in the Management of Symptomatic FAI with Acetabular Retroversion: A Systematic Review of Clinical Evidence

  • Osteochondral Allograft Transplant and Periacetabular Osteotomy for Residual Deformities of Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease

  • Comparing Pre- and Post-Surgical Hamate Hook Excision Batting Averages in Professional Baseball Players to Assess Impact on Performance

  • Does Preoperative Opioid Use Affect Postoperative Opioid Dependence Following Total Shoulder Arthroplasty?

  • Can We Determine Factors Influencing Postoperative Opioid Dependence in Proximal Humerus Fracture Patients?

Contact

Let's connect!

drghisa@orthopedicsurgeonla.com

310-526-7144

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