- Hand Surgeons
- CA
- La Jolla, CA
- Dr. Kristopher Downing, MD
Dr. Kristopher Downing, MD
Orthopedic Hand Surgery•Male•Age 43
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Dr. Kristopher Downing, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgery Specialist in La Jolla, CA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla and Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.

Mercy Physicians Medical Group
9834 Genesee Ave Ste 228 La Jolla, CA 92037Make an Appointment
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Compare Dr. Downing with our nearby Orthopedic Hand Surgery Specialists at Palomar Health.
Make an appointment at Palomar Health today at (858) 480-6126.
These providers are on the medical staff of Palomar Health.
Dr. Downing's Reviews
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3.5
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About Me
Care Philosophy
Biography
Specialties
- Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Board Certifications
- Hand Surgery
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
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Does Dr. Kristopher Downing, MD accept any insurance plans?
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What conditions does Dr. Kristopher Downing, MD treat?
Dr. Downing frequently treats the following conditions: Elbow Sprain, Ganglion Cyst, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. See more on Healthgrades.
What is Dr. Kristopher Downing, MD's office address?
Dr. Downing's office is located at 9834 Genesee Ave Ste 228, La Jolla, CA 92037. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
What languages is Dr. Kristopher Downing, MD fluent in?
Dr. Downing is able to speak Spanish and English. View profile to see all.
Is Dr. Kristopher Downing, MD able to provide telehealth services?
Dr. Downing provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.
Is Dr. Kristopher Downing, MD affiliated with any hospitals?
Dr. Kristopher Downing, MD is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla and Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center.
Is Dr. Kristopher Downing, MD a board-certified professional?
Yes, Dr. Kristopher Downing, MD holds board certifications in Hand Surgery.
Does Dr. Kristopher Downing, MD receive good ratings from patients?
There is a star rating of 3.5/5 for Dr. Kristopher Downing, MD. Patients say that the provider explained conditions well and the provider listened & answered questions well. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.
Experience and Background Checks
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Dr. Downing's Top Procedures and Conditions
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Downing treats Elbow Sprain more than 100% of his peers
Dr. Downing treats this condition more than 100% of his peers
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Downing treats Ganglion Cyst more than 96% of his peers
Dr. Downing treats this condition more than 96% of his peers
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Downing treats Carpal Tunnel Syndrome more than 91% of his peers
Dr. Downing treats this condition more than 91% of his peers
Dr. Downing's conditions and procedures:
- Achilles Tendon Rupture
- Adhesive Capsulitis
- All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
- Ankle Fracture
- Ankle Injury
- Ankle Instability
- Ankle Laxity
- Ankle Ligament Rupture
- Ankle Misalignment
- Ankle Sprain
- Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
- Ankle Sprains and Strains
- Antalgic Gait
- Arthritis
- Arthritis of the Ankle
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Arthritis of the Finger
- Arthritis of the Foot
- Arthritis of the Hand
- Arthritis of the Midfoot
- Arthritis of the Neck
- Arthritis of the Shoulder
- Arthritis of the Spine
- Arthritis of the Toe
- Arthritis of the Wrist
- Avulsion Fracture
- Bennett's Fracture
- Bone Cancer
- Bone Disorders
- Broken Arm
- Broken Shoulder Blade
- Bursitis
- Calcaneus Fracture
- Cancer
- Carpal Fractures
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Cervical Spine Myelopathy
- Chondrocalcinosis
- Chronic Neck Pain
- Clavicle Fracture
- Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
- Colles' Fracture
- Complex Fractures
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
- Complications of Joint Prosthesis
- Compound Fracture
- Compression Fracture
- Crystal Arthropathy
- Crystalline Arthritis
- De Quervain's Disease
- De Quervain's Release
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Difficulty With Walking
- Distal Radius Fracture
- Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy)
- Dupuytren's Contracture
- Elbow Bursitis
- Elbow Fracture
- Elbow Injuries
- Elbow Sprain
- Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
- Extra-Articular Fracture
- Extremity Malunions
- Femur Fracture
- Foot Conditions
- Foot Fracture
- Fracture
- Fracture Care
- Fracture of Hand (incl. Fingers)
- Fractured Lower Leg
- Gait Abnormality
- Ganglion Cyst
- Glenoid Labrum Tear
- Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)
- Gout
- Gouty Arthropathy
- Growth Disorders
- Hand Conditions
- Hand Fracture
- Hand Neuropathy
- Heel Spur
- Hemophilic Arthropathy
- Herniated Disc
- Hip Arthritis
- Hip Bursitis
- Hip Fracture
- Humerus Fracture
- Insufficiency Fracture
- Intervertebral Disc Disease
- Intra-Articular Fracture
- Joint Cancer
- Joint Disorders
- Joint Drainage
- Joint Fracture
- Joint Pain
- Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
- Knee Arthritis
- Knee Dislocation
- Knee Disorders
- Knee Fracture
- Knee Injuries
- Knee Ligament Injuries
- Knee Sprain
- Knee Tendinitis
- Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
- Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
- Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
- Limb Cancer
- Limb Pain
- Low Back Pain
- Lumbar Spine Fracture
- Malunion of Fracture
- McMurray's Test
- Metastatic Cancer
- Metatarsal Fracture
- Monoarthropathy
- Motor Neuropathy
- Muscle Cancer
- Myelopathy
- Neck Muscle Strain
- Nerve Blocks
- Neuropathic Arthropathy
- Neuropathy
- Neuropathy, Motor and Sensory
- Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of Ankle
- Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
- Osteoarthritis of Elbow
- Osteoarthritis of Finger Joint
- Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
- Osteoarthritis of Hands
- Osteoarthritis of Hip
- Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
- Osteoarthritis of Knee
- Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of Spine
- Osteoarthritis of Toe
- Osteoarthritis of Wrist
- Osteoarthropathy
- Osteopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Osteoporosis-Like Fracture of the Hip
- Osteosarcoma
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
- Pathologic Fracture
- Pelvic Fracture
- Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Physical Therapy
- Polyarthropathy
- Polyneuropathy
- Post-Traumatic Arthritis
- Postoperative Hip Fracture
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand and Wrist
- Rib Fracture
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
- Scaphoid Fractures
- Scapular Fracture
- Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
- Seronegative Arthritis
- Shoulder Diseases
- Shoulder Dislocation
- Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
- Shoulder Disorders
- Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Shoulder Fracture Treatment
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Shoulder Injuries
- Shoulder Muscle Strain
- Shoulder Resurfacing
- Shoulder Sprain
- Shoulder Stabilizations
- Shoulder Tendinitis
- Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
- Simple Fracture Care and Casting
- Simple Fractures
- Spine Disorders
- Spine Fractures, Traumatic
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spondylosis
- Sports Injuries of the Knee
- Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
- Steppage Gait
- Stress Fracture
- Subacromial Bursitis
- Systemic Sclerosis
- Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
- Thoracic Spine Fracture
- Tibia and Fibula Fractures
- Tibia Fracture
- Toe Fractures
- Transient Arthropathy
- Traumatic Arthropathy
- Trigger Finger
- Trochanteric Bursitis
- Ulnar Neuropathy
- Upper Extremity Fracture
- Upper Extremity Trauma
- Wear and Tear Arthritis
- Wrist Fracture
- Wrist Sprain or Strain
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Dr. Downing accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross (Prudent Buyer) - Small Group-CA PPO
- Anthem Blue Cross
- Plus POS
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield POS
- Beech Street (Multiplan)
- Beech Street (Multiplan) PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
- Priority Select HMO
- Blue Shield of California
- Care 1st Health Plan
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- Cigna
- Coventry Health Care
- First Health
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Health Net
- Health Net PPO
- Health Net of California
- Humana
- Medicaid of California
- Medi-Cal
- Self Pay
- Sharp Health Plan
- Tricare
- UnitedHealthCare
- United Healthcare
- Worker's Compensation
- Worker's Compensation WC
Locations
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- Wed: 7:30am - 4:30pm
- Thu: 7:30am - 4:30pm
- Fri: 7:30am - 2:00pm
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- Mon: 8:00am - 6:00pm
- Tue: 8:00am - 6:00pm
- Wed: 8:00am - 6:00pm
- Thu: 8:00am - 6:00pm
- Fri: 8:00am - 3:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals
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Award Highlight: Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)
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4 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)
Compare with other Orthopedic Hand Surgery Specialists
Compare Dr. Downing with our nearby Orthopedic Hand Surgery Specialists at Palomar Health.
Make an appointment at Palomar Health today at (858) 480-6126.
These providers are on the medical staff of Palomar Health.
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