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David So

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Orthopaedic Surgeon at Newport Orthopedic Institute
📍 Newport Beach, California, United States

Dr. David So is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon at Newport Orthopedic Institute, specializing in hip and knee replacements. He is an Associate Clinical Professor at UCI Health and utilizes minimally invasive and computer-assisted surgical techniques. He earned his medical degree from Wayne State University and has an engineering degree from the University of Michigan.

Dr. So is dedicated to advancing orthopaedic medicine through research and education. He values a positive and uplifting professional environment, as reflected in his online presence, and is a strong proponent for supporting medical discoveries that improve patient outcomes, such as decreasing post-operative infections.

His undergraduate degree in Industrial & Operations Engineering provides a unique perspective on the biomechanics of joint replacement surgery.

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Experience
16 Years
Current Role
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Location
Newport Beach, California, United States
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Priorities

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Minimally Invasive Surgery
Emphasizes minimally invasive treatment options, including the anterior-approach for hip replacement, to help patients regain control of their lives.
Orthopaedic Technology
Utilizes advanced techniques like computer-assisted hip and knee arthroplasty, along with custom knee implants, to improve surgical precision and outcomes.
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Career

Work history

7-2025
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Newport Orthopedic Institute
7-2022 - 6-2025
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Sparrow Health System
7-2018 - 7-2022
Associate Residency Program Director, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
UCI Health
10-2015 - 7-2022
Associate Clinical Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery
UCI Health
8-2014 - 7-2015
Fellow, Adult Reconstruction, Penn Orthopaedics
Penn Medicine (University of Pennsylvania Health System)
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Education
2005 - 2009
Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Wayne State University School of Medicine
1997 - 2001
Bachelor of Science (BS)
University of Michigan College of Engineering
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