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Dr. Ryan Freshman is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UC Davis Health, specializing in sports medicine and orthopedic surgery. He is fellowship-trained as an orthopedic sports medicine surgeon with clinical expertise in arthroscopic and open procedures for treating shoulder, hip, and knee conditions, focusing on knee ligament reconstruction, rotator cuff repair, shoulder replacement, and hip arthroscopy. As a Northern California native, Dr. Freshman has a personal passion for running, hiking, and cycling, which informs his understanding of the importance of facilitating patients' return to competitive athletics and everyday activities. He has experience working with elite athletes, having previously served as an assistant team physician for the USC Trojans and the Los Angeles Kings. Dr. Freshman is actively engaged in research, having published on numerous topics in sports medicine related to shoulder, hip, and knee injuries. He frequently presents his work at national research meetings and has specific interests in shoulder replacement outcomes, postoperative pain control, and surgical innovation. Additionally, Dr. Freshman is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of medical students and residents through his academic role at UC Davis.
Department of Computer Science. GRE is NOT required.