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 ›
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…
| University | Degree | Focus | Graduated |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California, Berkeley | Bachelors Degree | B.A. Neurobiology | 1982 |
| University of California, Davis School of Medicine | Doctorate | M.D. | 1986 |
| Institution | Focus | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Residency - Uc Davis School of Medicine - Orthopaedic Surgery Residency - Davis, California | Orthopaedic Surgery | 1991 |
| Internship - Uc Davis School of Medicine - Orthopaedic Surgery Internship - Davis, California | Orthopaedic Surgery Internship | 1987 |
| Fellowship - Amer Sports Medicine Inst, Orthopedic Surgery - Sports Medicine Fellowship; Birmingham, Alabama | Sports Medicine, Arthroscopy | 1992 |
| Certification | Cert. Body | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Orthopaedic Surgery | 1994 | |
| Orthopaedic Surgery Sub-Specialty: Orthopaedic Sports Medicine | Orthopaedic Surgery | 2010 |
| Position | Organization | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Team Physician for Intercollegiate Sports | UC Berkeley | 1994 - 2001 |
| Assistant Professor | University of California, Davis, School of Medicine Dept. of Orthopaedic Surgery | 1992 - 1995 |
| Associate Professor | University of California, Davis, School of Medicine Dept. of Orthopaedic Surgery | 1996 - 1996 |
| Clinical Associate Professor | University of California, Davis, School of Medicine Dept. Of Orthopaedic Surgery | 1996 - 1999 |
| Chief of Orthopaedics | Contra Costa Regional Medical Center, Martinez, CA | 1996 - 1999 |
| Orthopaedic Surgeon | Walnut Creek, CA | 1998 - Present |
| Editor | American Journal of Sports Medicine | 1996 - Present |
| Team Physician | USA Hockey | 1995 - 1996 |
| Team Physician | Saint Mary’s College | 2003 - Present |
| Team Physician | UC Davis | 1992 - 1996 |
| Role | Organization | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Member | Paul R. Lipscomb Society | 1991 - Present |
| Professional Member | Arthroscopy Association of North America | 1993 - Present |
| Professional Member | American Sports Medicine Fellowship Society | 1991 - Present |
| Fellow | American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons | 1995 - Present |
| Professional Member | American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine | 1996 - Present |
| Professional Member | California Medical Association | Present |
| Professional Member | California Orthopedic Association | Present |
| Professional Member | The Forum | 2001 - Present |
| Professional Member | Alameda Contra Costa Medical Association | Present |
| Publication | Publisher | Title | Published |
|---|---|---|---|
| Book | Lippincott | Elbow Arthrosopy, in Operative Orthopaedics, 4th Edition | 2014 |
| Medical/Scholarly Journal Article | Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery | Arthroscopic Microfracture of Chondral Defects of the Knee: A Comparison of 2 Postop. Treatments | 2005 |
| Medical/Scholarly Journal Article | American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons | Editor Elbow Instability in Instructional Course Lectures & Sports Medicine | 2005 |
| Medical/Scholarly Journal Article | W. B. Saunders Company | Diagnostic and Operative Arthroscopy | 1997 |
| Medical/Scholarly Journal Article | Blackwell Science, Inc. | Revision of Failed PCL - Revision of Failed Arthroscopic and Ligament Surgery | 1998 |
| Medical/Scholarly Journal Article | The American Journal of Sports Medicine | Outcome of Elbow Surgery in Professional Baseball Players | 1995 |
| Medical/Scholarly Journal Article | American Journal of Sports Medicine | The Histologic and Arthroscopic Anatomy of the Ulnar Collateral Ligament of the Elbow | 1994 |
| Medical/Scholarly Journal Article | American Journal of Sports Medicine | Arthroscopic Treatment of the Post-Traumatic Elbow Pain and Stiffness | 1994 |
| Medical/Scholarly Journal Article | American Journal of Sports Medicine | Pre-Operative Evaluation of MRI & CT-Arthrography in 25 Baseball Players with Surgical Confirmation | 1994 |
| Medical/Scholarly Journal Article | American Journal of Sports Medicine | Undersurface Tear of the Ulnar Collateral Ligament in Baseball Players | 1994 |
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:
Medical Philosophy: Traditional Medicine
Laura A. Timmerman, M.D. - 230 N. Wiget Lane
“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
Laura A. Timmerman, M.D. - 230 N. Wiget Lane
“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.
Laura A. Timmerman, M.D. - 230 N. Wiget Lane
“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!
Laura A. Timmerman, M.D. - 230 N. Wiget Lane
“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.
Laura A. Timmerman, M.D. - 230 N. Wiget Lane
“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
Laura A. Timmerman, M.D. - 230 N. Wiget Lane
“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?
Laura A. Timmerman, M.D. - 230 N. Wiget Lane
“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
Laura A. Timmerman, M.D. - 230 N. Wiget Lane
“The entire team is very good. Dr. Timmerman is a skilled surgeon.”
Professional and caring.
Laura A. Timmerman, M.D. - 230 N. Wiget Lane
“Very Fantastic experience”
This provider was great. vert friendly and understanding. Even went over and beyond to make sure i was treated properly.
Laura A. Timmerman, M.D. - 230 N. Wiget Lane
“My entire experience has been amazing”
I am very thankful for the staff and Dr Timmerman! I am on the ropad to healing
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
-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
Comment - “ 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