Dr. Stephen Viess

Biography

Dr. Stephen R. Viess is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine at Stanford Health Care – ValleyCare in Pleasanton, California. He focuses on arthroscopic surgery and has a special interest in shoulder and knee reconstruction. Throughout his career, Dr. Viess has been dedicated to the management and treatment of sports-related orthopedic injuries. He has served as the Assistant Team Physician for Major League Baseball's Oakland Athletics, providing game coverage and conducting pre- and post-season physical exams. Dr. Viess has directed the Sports Medicine Program at Stanford Health Care – ValleyCare and has extensive experience in advanced surgical procedures, including ACL reconstruction and rotator cuff repairs. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Viess has conducted significant research, including a ten-year review of clinical satisfaction and revision rates associated with specific femoral stems, and has presented on topics related to graft selection and concussion management at various conferences. Dr. Viess is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery and a member of the California Orthopaedic Association, demonstrating his commitment to excellence in sports medicine and education.

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