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Dr. Laura A. Timmerman, MD
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(925) 326-6765Website

Office Hours

  • Mon:9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Tue:9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Wed:9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Thu:9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Fri:9:00am - 4:00pm
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Dr. Laura A. Timmerman, MD

Orthopaedic Surgeon - Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Family Medicine Physician - Sports Medicine

Highlights

  • Board Certified

Biography

Dr. Laura Timmerman, MD is one of the best ranked doctors in the United States. She specializes in orthopedic surgery and orthopedic sports medicine and currently sees patients in Walnut creek, Califo… Read more ›

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My whole families been going to Dr Timmerman for 20 years for anything orthopedic related. I believe she is the best around always accurate and quick to diagnose and come up with a treatment plan whether surgery or PT. I can’t recommend her enough…

Mike D.

Summary

Provider Training

UniversityDegreeFocusGraduated
University of California, BerkeleyBachelors DegreeB.A. Neurobiology1982
University of California, Davis School of MedicineDoctorateM.D.1986

InstitutionFocusYear
Residency - Uc Davis School of Medicine - Orthopaedic Surgery Residency - Davis, California Orthopaedic Surgery1991
Internship - Uc Davis School of Medicine - Orthopaedic Surgery Internship - Davis, California Orthopaedic Surgery Internship1987
Fellowship - Amer Sports Medicine Inst, Orthopedic Surgery - Sports Medicine Fellowship; Birmingham, AlabamaSports Medicine, Arthroscopy1992

CertificationCert. BodyYear
Orthopaedic Surgery1994
Orthopaedic Surgery
Sub-Specialty: Orthopaedic Sports Medicine		Orthopaedic Surgery2010

Experience & Accolades

PositionOrganizationTime
Team Physician for Intercollegiate SportsUC Berkeley
1994 - 2001
Assistant ProfessorUniversity of California, Davis, School of Medicine
Dept. of Orthopaedic Surgery
1992 - 1995
Associate ProfessorUniversity of California, Davis, School of Medicine
Dept. of Orthopaedic Surgery
1996 - 1996
Clinical Associate ProfessorUniversity of California, Davis, School of Medicine
Dept. Of Orthopaedic Surgery
1996 - 1999
Chief of OrthopaedicsContra Costa Regional Medical Center, Martinez, CA
1996 - 1999
Orthopaedic SurgeonWalnut Creek, CA
1998 - Present
EditorAmerican Journal of Sports Medicine
1996 - Present
Team PhysicianUSA Hockey
1995 - 1996
Team PhysicianSaint Mary’s College
2003 - Present
Team PhysicianUC Davis
1992 - 1996

RoleOrganizationTime
Professional MemberPaul R. Lipscomb Society
1991 - Present
Professional MemberArthroscopy Association of North America
1993 - Present
Professional MemberAmerican Sports Medicine Fellowship Society
1991 - Present
FellowAmerican Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
1995 - Present
Professional MemberAmerican Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
1996 - Present
Professional MemberCalifornia Medical Association
Present
Professional MemberCalifornia Orthopedic Association
Present
Professional MemberThe Forum
2001 - Present
Professional MemberAlameda Contra Costa Medical Association
Present

Publication Publisher Title Published
BookLippincottElbow Arthrosopy, in Operative Orthopaedics, 4th Edition2014
Medical/Scholarly Journal ArticleArthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related SurgeryArthroscopic Microfracture of Chondral Defects of the Knee: A Comparison of 2 Postop. Treatments2005
Medical/Scholarly Journal ArticleAmerican Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Editor Elbow Instability in Instructional Course Lectures & Sports Medicine2005
Medical/Scholarly Journal ArticleW. B. Saunders CompanyDiagnostic and Operative Arthroscopy1997
Medical/Scholarly Journal ArticleBlackwell Science, Inc.Revision of Failed PCL - Revision of Failed Arthroscopic and Ligament Surgery1998
Medical/Scholarly Journal ArticleThe American Journal of Sports MedicineOutcome of Elbow Surgery in Professional Baseball Players1995
Medical/Scholarly Journal ArticleAmerican Journal of Sports MedicineThe Histologic and Arthroscopic Anatomy of the Ulnar Collateral Ligament of the Elbow1994
Medical/Scholarly Journal ArticleAmerican Journal of Sports MedicineArthroscopic Treatment of the Post-Traumatic Elbow Pain and Stiffness1994
Medical/Scholarly Journal ArticleAmerican Journal of Sports MedicinePre-Operative Evaluation of MRI & CT-Arthrography in 25 Baseball Players with Surgical Confirmation1994
Medical/Scholarly Journal ArticleAmerican Journal of Sports MedicineUndersurface Tear of the Ulnar Collateral Ligament in Baseball Players1994

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Specialties

Languages Spoken
English
Medical Specialties
  • Orthopaedic Surgeon - Sub-Specialty: Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
  • Family Medicine Physician - Sub-Specialty: Sports Medicine

Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine

Years In Practice: 33 (started in 1992)

Accepts New Patients: Yes

Dr. Timmerman specializes in treating the following types of patients:

  • Adults
  • Athletes
  • Children and Pre-Teens
  • Teens and Young Adults

Medical Philosophy: Traditional Medicine

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Reviews

Average Rating: 5
Number of Reviews: 118
Most Recent Review: 10/02/2024
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Average Wait Time Less than 5 minutes

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“As always the BEST ortho around”

My whole families been going to Dr Timmerman for 20 years for anything orthopedic related. I believe she is the best around always accurate and quick to diagnose and come up with a treatment plan whether surgery or PT. I can’t recommend her enough

Mike D. 10/02/2024
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“Dr Timmerman best of the best.”

Dr Timmerman is a high caliber of medical care that is not easy to find. I highly recommend her and her staff that match the doctor’s exceptional level of patient care.

Lily P. 04/14/2024
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“They made sure I got the care I needed”

I had an injury on the job. The Insurance Company wanted to deny my surgery. Dr Timmerman took the time to appeal my case, and got the surgery approved! My surgery was successful, and I'm recovering quickly! Thank you again Team Timmerman!

Ricky A. 02/15/2024
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“Love that she is quick and knowledgeable.”

Dr. Timmerman has helped me with a few of my injuries. She is involved in the recovery process and her experience shows in how well she knows exactly what I need. My recovery has been really good under her care.

Eliza P. 02/05/2024
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“Dr timmerman and staff are very helpful and professional”

This surgery has been lifechanging for me and I'm so glad that i got this done. Thank you

Cliff D. 04/26/2023
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“The best medical experience I have ever had!”

From the time I met Dr. Timmerman, through surgery and post op, this experience had been stellar. Everyone was simply outstanding. I would highly recommend Dr. Timmerman to anyone in need of knee surgery. Unmatched professionalism, super friendly & easy to talk to. Can I give 10 stars?

Gail M. 05/03/2024
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“I felt very comfortable, and in great hands”

Let’s just say Dr. Timmerman is awesome I went into surgery, feeling very optimistic and with very minimum anxiety

Stephanie B. 03/22/2024
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“The entire team is very good. Dr. Timmerman is a skilled surgeon.”

Professional and caring.

Lou V. 02/09/2024
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“Very Fantastic experience”

This provider was great. vert friendly and understanding. Even went over and beyond to make sure i was treated properly.

Dion G. 05/08/2023
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“My entire experience has been amazing”

I am very thankful for the staff and Dr Timmerman! I am on the ropad to healing

Barbara W. 04/26/2023
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Procedures & Services

Procedures & Treatments Offered

  • Adhesive Capsulitis
  • Ankle Sprain And Achilles Tendon Sprain Or Rupture
  • Arthroscopic Surgery
  • Elbow Injuries
  • Elbow Ligament Reconstruction
  • Elbow Or Upper Arm Arthritis
  • Elbow Sprain
  • Elbow, Knee, Shoulder Treatments
  • Instability Of Knee, Shoulder, And Elbow
  • Knee Dislocation
  • Knee Ligament Reconstruction
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Sprain
  • Lateral Epicondylitis (tennis Elbow)
  • Ligament Reconstruction
  • Mcl Tear
  • Medial Epicondylitis (golfer's Elbow)
  • Meniscal Tear
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Osteochondritis Dissecans
  • Patella Dislocation
  • Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome Or Knee Pain
  • Regenokine Injections
  • Rotator Cuff Tear
  • Sports Medicine
  • Sprains And Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)

Commonly Prescribed Medications

  • As needed

Billing Policies & Payment Options

Dr. Laura A. Timmerman, MD accepts the following payment methods:
  • Debit Cards
  • Discover
  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa
  • Personal Check
  • Cashier's Check M.O.
  • Cash

More info: Forms of Payment Accepted: Cash, Check, Money Order, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, and Debit Card.

Offers Financing/Payment Plans?: Yes

Bills on a Sliding Scale?: No

Accepted Insurance

Accepted Insurance

-All PPOs
-Preferred Provider (contracted): Blue Cross, Blue Shield, United Healthcare, PacifiCare.
-We work out of network with other plans, please call for details
-Workers Compensation
-Medicare
-HMO with prior out of network authorization.
-We do not accept Medi-Cal.
-We offer reasonable cash paying options

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