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Dr Daniel Acevedo, Shoulder and Elbow Surgeon Encino, Newhall, Thousand Oaks, CA / Daniel C. Acevedo M.D.
Dr. Daniel Acevedo, MD

Fellowship Trained Orthopedic Surgeon

Shoulder & Elbow Specialist

Dr. Daniel Acevedo, is a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon with a subspecialty focus on shoulder and elbow reconstruction. He grew up in Southern California and attended UC Irvine for his undergraduate and medical school training. In medical school, he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, and earned numerous awards for scholastic and clinical achievement. After medical school, he pursued training in orthopedic surgery at LAC+USC Medical Center, where he was elected Administrative chief resident. He also received multiple awards including the Herman Epstein award which is awarded to the best senior resident in the class. He then traveled to Philadelphia to complete a Shoulder and Elbow Surgery fellowship at the prestigious Rothman institute at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.

During his fellowship, he worked with world renowned surgeons in the field of shoulder and elbow surgery. He received advanced training in shoulder and elbow replacements, shoulder and elbow arthroscopy, shoulder and elbow instability, upper extremity fractures, rotator cuff repairs, tendon transfers for the shoulder, and sports injuries surrounding the shoulder and elbow, including Tommy John surgery, also known as ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) reconstruction.

He has published numerous book chapters, journal articles, and surgical training videos for shoulder and elbow surgery. He enjoys teaching and has served as faculty for many local and national courses. He has published over 30 peer reviewed articles and has a research interest in biologic augments for rotator cuff tendon repair, shoulder arthroplasty, and tommy john surgery outcomes.

He continues to use evidence-based practices with the latest medical research and cutting-edge treatments to provide his patients the best possible care. Dr. Acevedo’s skill set allows him to treat a wide array of patients and he has a keen interest in treating athletes, both competitive and recreational. He specializes in minimally invasive shoulder replacements.

Dr. Acevedo enjoys staying fit, working out, golfing, eating healthy, and spending time with his family and his dogs.

Employment

  • Los Angeles Orthopedic Surgery Specialists, 9/2023-Present
    18840 Ventura Blvd, Tarzana, CA 91356
  • Kaiser Permanente Southern California, 8/2013 – 8/2023
    13652 Cantara St, Panorama City, CA 91402

Education

The Rothman Institute at Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA

  • Shoulder and Elbow Fellowship July 1, 2012-July 31, 2013

The University of Southern California / Keck School of Medicine,Los Angeles, CA

  • Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program 2007 - 2012

The University of California at Irvine, Irvine, CA

  • Doctor of Medicine, May 2007; Alpha Omega Alpha

The University of California at Irvine, Irvine, CA

  • Bachelor of Sciences
  • Major: Biological Sciences

Licensure / Certifications

  • California Medical license
  • DEA
  • American Board of Orthopedic Surgery 2015

Professional Society Membership

  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Fellow
  • University of Southern California Graduate Orthopaedic Society
  • American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons, Associate member
  • Phoenix Shoulder Society
  • Collaborative Approach to Shoulder and Elbow Surgery

Honors and Awards

  1. 2012 Herman Epstein, MD Alumni Award - Best Senior Resident
  2. 2012 Administrative Chief Resident University of Southern California / Keck School of Medicine
  3. 2010 Best PGY3 Orthopaedic Teaching Resident of the Year
  4. 2009 Frank W. Jobe Award - Best Junior Resident
  5. 2007 Merck Manual Award - Best Medical Student in all Clerkships
  6. 2006 Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society – Junior Inductee.
  7. 2005 Pathology chairs Honor Society
  8. 2005 The Irving M. Reingold M.D. award
  9. 2005 Distinguished Achievement Award in Pathology
  10. 2005 American Society of Clinical Pathologists Award for Academic Excellence and Achievement.
  11. 2004 Donald E. Pinder M.D. ’62 Memorial Award - Awarded to the top student in Gross Anatomy.
  12. 2004 F. Markoe Dugan, JR MD Memorial Award for excellence in anatomy of the Head and Neck.

Peer Review Publications

  1. Gates J, Gilliland J, McGarry M, Park M, Acevedo D, Fitzpatrick M, Lee TQ. Influence of distinct anatomic sub regions of the supraspinatus on humeral rotation. J Ortho Res. 2009. 20(1): 12-17
  2. Sankar W, Acevedo D, Skaggs D. Comparison of complications among growing spinal implants. Spine. 2010.
  3. Yamaguchi KT, Skaggs DL, Acevedo DC, et al. Spondylosis is frequently missed by MRI in adolescents with back pain. J Child Orthop. 2012: 6(3): 237-240.
  4. Acevedo DC, Lee B, Mirzayan R. A Novel technique for Ulnar Collateral Ligament reconstruction of the elbow using a tightrope and a biceps button. Orthopedics 2012: 35(11):947-51.
  5. Acevedo D, Loy BN, Lee B, Omid R, Itamura J. Mixing implants of differing metallic composition in the treatment of upper extremity fractures. Orthopedics 2014. 36(9): e1175-9
  6. Acevedo D, Paxton ES, Williams GR, Abboud J. A Survey of expert opinion regarding rotator cuff repair. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2014 96(14): e123
  7. Mather RM III, Koenig L, Acevedo D, et al. The societal and economic value of rotator cuff repair. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2013: 95(22): 1993-2000.
  8. Acevedo D, Mann T, Abboud J, Getz C, Baumhauer J, Voloshin I. Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty for the treatment of Proximal Humerus fractures: Patterns of use among newly trained Orthopaedic Surgeons. J Shoul Elbow Surg. 2014. 23(9):1363-7
  9. Acevedo D, Abboud J, Vanbeek C, Lazarus M, Williams GR. Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty for the treatment of Proximal Humerus fractures: An update on indications, technique, and results. J Shoul Elbow Surg 2014. 23(2): 279-89
  10. Acevedo D, Paxton ES, Ramsey ML, Abboud JA. Radial Head Arthroplasty: State of the Art. J Amer Acad Orthop. 2014. 22(10): 633-42.
  11. Lee B, Acevedo D, Mirzayan R. Reconstruction of the Acromioclavicular Joint, its superior capsule, and coracoclavicular ligaments with an Interpositional Acellular Dermal matrix and a Tibialis Allograft. Tech Shoul Elbow 2014. 15(3): 79-86
  12. Acevedo D, Abboud JA. Surgical management of greater tuberosity fractures. Ortho Knowledge Online (JAAOS). Feb 2015
  13. Acevedo DC, Shore B, Mirzayan R. Orthopedic applications of acellular human dermal allograft for shoulder and elbow surgery. Orthop Clin North Am. 2015; 46(3):377-88
  14. Davis DE, Acevedo D, Williams A, Williams G. Total shoulder arthroplasty using an inlay mini - glenoid component for glenoid deficiency: a 2 - year follow - up of 9 patients. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2016 Feb 19. pii: S1058-2746(15)00729-6. doi: 10.1016/j.jse.2015.12.010.
  15. Mirzayan R, Acevedo DC, Sodl JF, Yian EH, Navarro RA, Anakwenze O, Singh A. Operative Management of Acute Triceps Tendon Ruptures: Review of 184 Cases. Am J Sports Med. 2018 Mar 1:363546518757426. doi: 10.1177/0363546518757426.
  16. Dunphy TR, Hudson J, Batech M, Acevedo DC, Mirzayan R. Surgical Treatment of Distal Biceps Tendon Ruptures: An Analysis of Complications in 784 Surgical Repairs. Am J Sports Med. 2017 Nov;45(13):3020-3029.
  17. Intravia J, Acevedo DC, Chung WJ, Mirzayan R.Intravia J, et al. Complications of Elbow Arthroscopy in a Community-Based Practice. Arthroscopy. 2020 May;36(5):1283-1290. doi: 10.1016/j.arthro.2019.11.108. Epub 2019 Nov 27.Arthroscopy. 2020. PMID: 31785392
  18. Syed UA, Acevedo D, Narzikul AC, Coomer W, Beredjiklian PK, Abboud JA, Syed UA, et al. Physician Rating Websites: an Analysis of Physician Evaluation and Physician Perception. Arch Bone Jt Surg. 2019 Mar;7(2):136-142.
  19. Mirzayan R, Stone MA, Batech M, Acevedo DC, Singh A. Failed Dermal Allograft Procedures for Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears Can Still Improve Pain and Function: The "Biologic Tuberoplasty Effect". Orthop J Sports Med. 2019 Aug 20;7(8):2325967119863432. doi: 10.1177/2325967119863432. eCollection 2019 Aug.
  20. Mirzayan R, Benvegnu N, Sidell M, Acevedo DC, DeWitt DO, Lowe N, Singh A. Functional outcomes of ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction with a novel double suspensory fixation. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2020 Aug;29(8):1530-1537. doi:10.1016/j.jse.2020.04.007. Epub 2020 Jun 9.J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2020. PMID: 32713464
  21. Mirzayan R, Donohoe S, Batech M, Suh BD, Acevedo DC, Singh A. Is there a difference in the acromiohumeral distances measured on radiographic and magnetic resonance images of the same shoulder with a massive rotator cuff tear? J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2020 Jun;29(6):1145-1151. doi: 10.1016/j.jse.2019.10.020. Epub 2020 Feb 5. PMID: 32035821.
  22. Mirzayan R, Schoell K, Acevedo DC, Singh A. Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction of the Elbow with Double Suspensory Fixation. Arthrosc Tech. 2021 Jan 16;10(2):e303-e309. doi: 10.1016/j.eats.2020.10.008. PMID: 33680760; PMCID: PMC7917017.
  23. Mirzayan R, Acevedo DC, Sidell MA, Otarodi KA, Hall MP, Suh BD, Singh A. Classification system of graft tears following superior capsule reconstruction. Clin Imaging. 2022 Mar; 83:11-15. doi: 10.1016/j.clinimag.2021.11.035. Epub 2021 Dec 11. PMID: 34923361.
  24. Mirzayan R, Lowe N, Lin B, Acevedo DC, Singh A. "Risk of Radial Head Arthroplasty Revision is Correlated with Radial Head Diameter. A Multicenter Analysis of 405 Cases." Accepted to the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery 9/2022

Book Chapters / Non - Peer Review Publications

  1. Mirzayan, R; Acevedo, D. Diagnostic Arthroscopy of the shoulder. In: David, Andrews (ed.) Arthroscopic techniques of the shoulder: A visual guide. Slack; 2009.
  2. Mirzayan, R; Acevedo, D; Ahmad, C; ElAttrache, N. Arthroscopic Management of the Stiff and Arthritic Elbow and Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Capitellum. In: ElAttrache, Harnes, Mirzayan, Sekia (Ed). Surgical Techniques in Sports Medicine. Philadelphia: LWW; 2006

Podium / Poster Presentations

  1. Mirzayan R, Lowe N, Lin B, Acevedo DC, Singh A. "Risk of Radial Head Arthroplasty Revision is Correlated with Radial Head Diameter. A Multicenter Analysis of 405 Cases." ASES Closed Meeting, Atlanta, GA 2022
  2. Mirzayan R, Benvegnu N, Sidell M, Acevedo D, DeWitt DO, Lowe N, Singh A. Functional Outcomes of Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction with a Novel Double Suspensory Fixation. Kerlan Jobe Alumni Conference July 10, 2020
  3. Mirzayan R, Acevedo D, Sidell M, Otarodifard KA, Hall M, Singh A. Functional and MRI Outcomes of Superior Capsule Reconstruction with Acellular Dermal Matrix. ESSKA Annual Meeting, May 5, 2020, Milan, Italy
  4. Mirzayan R, Acevedo D, Sidell M, Otarodifard KA, Hall M, Singh A. Functional and MRI Outcomes of Superior Capsule Reconstruction with Acellular Dermal Matrix. AANA Annual Meeting, May 7-9, 2020 Grapevine, TX
  5. Mirzayan R, Acevedo D, Sidell M, Otarodifard KA, Hall M, Singh A. Functional and MRI Outcomes of Superior Capsule Reconstruction with Acellular Dermal Matrix. ASES Annual Meeting, New York, NY 10/17/19. Neer Award Finalist
  6. Mirzayan R, Stone M, Batech M, Acevedo D, Singh A. Failed Dermal Allograft Procedures for Irreparable Rotator Cuff TearsCan Still Improve Pain and Function. The "Biologic Tuberoplasty Effect". ISAKOS, Cancun MX, May 2019 Caspari Award Finalist
  7. Mirzayan R, Hudson J, Dunphy TR, Butler RK, Acevedo D. Indomethacin Does Not Reduce Heterotopic Ossification Following a Two Incision Distal Biceps Repair - ASES, Chicago, IL October 2018
  8. Mirzayan R, Stone M, Batech M, Acevedo D, Singh A. Failed Dermal Allograft Procedures for Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears Can Still Improve Pain and Function. The "Biologic Tuberoplasty Effect". AOSSM, San Diego, CA July 2018
  9. Mirzayan R, Stone M, Batech M, Acevedo D, Singh A. Failed Dermal Allograft Procedures for Irreparable Rotator Cuff TearsCan Still Improve Pain and Function. The "Biologic Tuberoplasty Effect". ESSKA
  10. Mirzayan R, Stone M, Batech M, Acevedo D, Singh A. Failed Dermal Allograft Procedures for Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears Can Still Improve Pain and Function. The "Biologic Tuberoplasty Effect". AANA, Chicago IL, April 26, 2018
  11. Mirzayan R, Acevedo DC, Donohoe S, Batech M, Suh B, Singh A. Inferior Capsular Contractures Cause Static Superior Migration of the Humeral Head and Hamada Grade Progression. ASES Annual Meeting Oct 12, 2017, New Orleans
  12. Intravia J, Acevedo DC, Chung JWL, Mirzayan R. Complications in Elbow Arthroscopy: A Multi-Surgeon Experience. Hand Society’s Annual Meeting San Francisco, CA from 9/7-9, 2017
  13. Sankar WN, Acevedo DC, Skaggs DL. Complications in growing spine surgery vary by type of implant Presented at the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America, Boston, MA 2009.
  14. Gates J MD; Gilliland J MD; McGarry M.; Park, M MD. Acevedo, D. MD; Fitzpatrick, M. MD. Lee, T PhD. Influence of distinct anatomic sub regions of the supraspinatus on humeral rotation. Presented at an open and closed meeting for the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons Santa Barbara, CA 2008.
  15. Acevedo D, Myung K, Skaggs D. Imaging in Pediatric Spondylolysis. Presented at POSNA, Montreal, CN 2011.
  16. Vangsness CT, Nolan BM, Acevedo DC. Rotator Cuff Interval Slide: Arthroscopic Anatomy and Specific Relationships in Supracapular Nerve. 2012 AAOS Annual Meeting poster p309, San Francisco, CA.
  17. Acevedo D, Paxton ES, Williams GR, Abboud J. A Survey of expert opinion regarding rotator cuff repair. Presented at EOA 2014 in Amelia Island, Florida
  18. Ko K, Aleem A, Acevedo D, Donegan R, Lazarus M, Abboud J, Namdari S. Utilization of grafts in complex rotator cuff repair. Does it work and is it worth it? 2016 AAOS Annual meeting poster, Orlando, Fl
  19. Usman A. Syed M, Acevedo D, Narzikul A, Coomer W, Beredjiklian P, Abboud J. Physician rating websites: an analysis of physician evaluation and physician perception. 129th Annual Meeting of The American Orthopaedic Association. Seattle, WA 2016.
  20. Sugi M, Acevedo D, Mirzayan R. Surgical treatment of Pectoralis Major Tendon Ruptures: A Retrospective Review of 134 Ruptures. AOSSM 2017.
  21. McCrum C, Alluri R, Batech M, Acevedo D, Mirzayan R. Analysis of 1722 Proximal Long Head of the Biceps Tendon Procedures. AANA Denver 2017.
  22. McCrum C, Alluri R, Batech M, Acevedo D, Mirzayan R. Analysis of 1722 Proximal Long Head of the Biceps Tendon Procedures. ISAKOS Shanghai 2017
  23. McCrum C, Alluri R, Batech M, Acevedo D, Mirzayan R. Analysis of 1722 Proximal Long Head of the Biceps Tendon Procedures. OSET Las Vegas 2017.
  24. Dunphy T, Hudson J, Batech M, Acevedo D, Mirzayan R. Analysis of 784 Surgically Treated Distal Biceps Tendon Repairs. OSET Las Vegas, NV 2016.
  25. Dunphy T, Hudson J, Batech M, Acevedo D, Mirzayan R. Analysis of 784 Surgically Treated Distal Biceps Tendon Repairs. ASES Closed Meeting. Boston, MA. Oct 9, 2016.
  26. Mirzayan R, Alluri R, Batech M, Acevedo D, McCrum C. Analysis of 1722 Proximal Long Head of the Biceps Tendon Procedures. KJOC Annual Meeting Colorado Springs, CO. July 8, 2016.
  27. Mirzayan R, Singh A, Acevedo D, Sodl J, Yian E, Navarro RA. Surgical Treatment of 150 distal triceps tears. ISAKOS, Lyon, FR, June 7, 2015.
  28. Mirzayan R, Singh A, Acevedo D, Sodl J, Yian E, Navarro RA. Surgical Treatment of 150 distal triceps tears. AAOS, Las Vegas, NV March 23, 2015.
  29. Mirzayan R, Singh A, Acevedo D, Sodl J, Yian E, Navarro RA. Surgical Treatment of 150 distal triceps tears. ASES Closed Meeting, Pinehurst NC Oct 2014.
  30. McCrum C, Alluri R, Batech M, Acevedo D, Mirzayan R. Nerve injuries with Long head of the Biceps Tenodesis. AOSSM Toronto 2017

Invited Lectures

  1. Proximal Humerus Fractures: Management in 2017. Dale Daniel Kaiser Meeting Huntington Beach, CA March 14, 2017.
  2. Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty: Back to the Future. Congress Medical Associates Grand Rounds Pasadena, CA April 19, 2018.
  3. Reverse Shoulder for Young Patients: How young is too young? AAOS / ASES Anatomic and Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty: Concepts and techniques from basic to advanced. Orthopedic Learning Center Rosemont, Illinois Nov 2022
  4. Glenoid Exposure: How I do It? AAOS / ASES Anatomic and Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty: Concepts and techniques from basic to advanced. Orthopedic Learning Center Rosemont, Illinois Nov 2022

Professional and Community Service

  1. Hippocrates Circle at Kaiser Permanente, Panorama City. Orthopedic Educator. Lecture for under - represented communities about careers in medicine 2013 - present
  2. Regional Representative: Kaiser Permanente National Shoulder Sourcing and Standards Team. Decision making regarding purchasing arthroplasty systems for the Kaiser organization. 2015 – Present
  3. Member of SCAL Shoulder Arthroplasty Home Recovery Program. Assisted in creating an outpatient total shoulder program for our region within Kaiser Permanente. 2019 - present
  4. Member and Secretary, ASES Early Career Engagement and Mentorship Sub - Committee. 2020 - present. Establishing an inaugural meeting for the ASES Mentor / Mentee Program in 2023.
  5. National Shoulder and Elbow Week Committee Member 2022 and Co - Host for Los Angeles Meeting for ASES Foundation. Participated in virtual meetings to assist in preparation and planning for meetings across the country.
  6. MiMentor Volunteer Mentor for Latinx Premedical Students 2022 - present

Teaching Experience

  1. Orange County Sports Medicine Fellows Course 2017: Lecturer and Lab instructor
  2. Tecnicas Avanzadas de Cirugia de Hombro, Orthopedic Learning Center Rosemont, Illinois 6/2019: Lab Instructor
  3. Volunteer Assistant Clinical Instructor for UCLA rotating residents, Kaiser Permanente 2015 – Present
  4. AAOS / ASES Anatomic and Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty: Concepts and techniques from basic to advanced. Orthopedic Learning Center Rosemont, Illinois Nov 2022: Lecturer and Lab instructor
  5. AAOS / ASES Anatomic and Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty: Concepts and techniques from basic to advanced. Orthopedic Learning Center Rosemont, Illinois Nov 2023: Lecturer and Lab instructor

Video Publications

  1. Abboud JA, Acevedo D. Double Row Triceps Repair. www.Vumedi.com. 2012
  2. Getz C, Acevedo D. Revision Scapulothoracic fusion. www.Vumedi.com. 2012
  3. Abboud JA, Acevedo D. Arthroscopic Greater Tuberosity Repair. www.Vumedi.com. 2013
  4. Acevedo D, Abboud JA. Surgical Management of Greater Tuberosity Fractures. Orthopaedic Knowledge Online Journal. 2015;13(2) 1-6
  5. Acevedo D. Arthroscopic Superior Capsular Reconstruction using Human Dermal Allograft. www.Vumedi.com. 2016
  6. Acevedo D. Arthroscopic laterjet procedure: Step by Step www.Vumedi.com. 2022

Journal Reviewer

  1. Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, 2020 - present
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