Anthony S. Wei, M.D.
Orthopedic Surgeon
Anthony S. Wei, M.D. is an orthopedic surgeon who treats disorders affecting the shoulder and elbow, including sports and traumatic injuries, degenerative disorders, and conditions associated with overuse. He is fellowship trained in shoulder and elbow surgery and sports medicine. Dr. Wei has experience working with professional sport teams including the L.A. Lakers, L.A. Kings, and L.A. Dodgers. He has also been the team physician for Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. Dr. Wei previously has conducted research involving the non-surgical and surgical management of rotator cuff injuries.
Dr. Wei identifies with the importance of patient education and communication, as well as the patients' personal role in their wellbeing. He strongly believes that well-informed patients can better participate in their own healthcare, from the treatment decision to the recovery process. He strives for a comprehensive approach to patient care through an understanding of the patient's personal needs, offering specific treatments that encompass appropriate non-surgical treatments as well as advanced surgical intervention when necessary.
In his spare time, Dr. Wei enjoys hiking, running, and traveling.
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Medical School:
University of Chicago - Pritzker School of Medicine, 1997-2001
Chicago, Illinois
Internship:
Orthopedic Surgery, 2001-2002
Loyola University
Maywood, Illinois
Residency:
Orthopedic Surgery, 2002-2006
Loyola University
Maywood, Illinois
Fellowship:
Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, 2006-2007
Washington University School of Medicine
St. Louis, Missouri
Sports Medicine, 2007-2008
Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Clinic
Los Angeles, California
Started Practice:
2008
Hospital Affiliations:
Southwest Washington Medical Center
Legacy Salmon Creek Hospital
PATIENT EDUCATION


