San Diego and its surrounding communities of La Jolla, Carlsbad, and Encinitas support a well-developed regenerative medicine market anchored by university-affiliated practices, military medicine alumni, and nationally recognized orthobiologics specialists. The region draws patients from across Southern California and serves as a hub for clinical research in regenerative orthopedics, with providers who have conducted FDA-approved clinical trials and trained physicians internationally. Patients across San Diego County have access to multi-physician orthopedic institutes, Regenexx network providers, and board-certified surgeons with professional sports team medicine backgrounds. The providers listed below represent established practices with verified addresses, documented treatment offerings, and publicly available contact information.
This directory is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice, endorsement, or recommendation. Inclusion in this directory does not imply certification or quality rating. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before pursuing any treatment.
Quick Guide by Condition
If you are looking for a provider based on your specific concern, this overview may help narrow your search:
Orthopedic and joint conditions (knee, hip, shoulder, spine): San Diego Orthobiologics Medical Group, Coastal Regenerative Orthopedics, Dr. Nicholas Kusnezov, and CORE Orthopaedic Medical Center all specialize in orthopedic biologic therapies. Coastal Regenerative is the leading Regenexx network provider in San Diego.
Sports injuries and professional athlete care: OasisMD (Dr. David Chao) and Murphy SportsMedicine Center (Dr. Paul C. Murphy) both have extensive backgrounds as team physicians for NFL and Division I collegiate sports programs.
Research-based and clinical trial access: San Diego Orthobiologics Medical Group was the first practice in San Diego to offer FDA-compliant stem cell therapy for orthopedic conditions and actively conducts FDA-approved clinical trials.
1. San Diego Orthobiologics Medical Group
San Diego Orthobiologics Medical Group is a multi-physician practice in Carlsbad recognized as one of the most comprehensive orthobiologics centers in the country. The group was the first practice in San Diego to offer platelet-rich plasma and FDA-compliant stem cell therapy for orthopedic conditions. Physicians at the group have published clinical research, trained physicians from around the world, treated professional and Olympic athletes, and presented at international medical conferences. The group is affiliated with Scripps Affiliated Medical Groups and partners with Personalized Stem Cells, a leading U.S. stem cell research company.
Address: 6125 Paseo del Norte, Suite 100, Carlsbad, CA 92011
Phone: (760) 909-2355
Website: https://sdomg.com
Key Personnel:
- Dr. Christopher J. Rogers, MD, Founding Physician, board-certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Regenerative Medicine, over 20 years of clinical experience in non-surgical treatment of spine and joint conditions
- Dr. Mary Ambach, MD, Physician, double board-certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine, double fellowship-trained in Orthopedic Sports and Spine and Orthobiologics, Clinical Instructor at the UC San Diego School of Medicine
- Dr. Mirielle Diaz-Molina, MD, Physician, double board-certified physiatrist with subspecialty certification in Sports Medicine
- Dr. Edmund S. Evangelista, MD, Physician, triple board-certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine, and Pain Medicine
Services Offered:
- Bone marrow-derived cell therapy (BMAC)
- Adipose-derived cell therapy
- Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections
- Image-guided injection procedures (fluoroscopy and ultrasound)
- Clinical research in regenerative orthopedics
Conditions Treated: Knee and hip arthritis, shoulder and rotator cuff conditions, spine and disc injuries, tendon and ligament damage, sports injuries, degenerative joint disease
Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Friday, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
2. Coastal Regenerative Orthopedics and Wellness Center
Coastal Regenerative Orthopedics and Wellness Center is a San Diego practice led by Dr. Ronald S. Cohen, the leading Regenexx provider in San Diego. Dr. Cohen received the prestigious Master Clinician award from Regenexx and serves as Volunteer Assistant Clinical Professor at UC San Diego School of Medicine. For the first 11 years of his medical career, Dr. Cohen was contracted by the Department of Defense to manage and direct the Sports Medicine and Reconditioning program for Marine Corps recruits in the western United States and served as a special consultant for the Navy SEALs. He became a licensed Regenexx affiliate in 2013 after completing advanced regenerative orthopedics training with the Regenexx founders. The practice uses a four-part SANS evaluation method (Stability, Articulation, Neuromuscular, and Symmetry) to identify underlying causes of pain before treatment.
Address: 11230 Sorrento Valley Road, Suite 120, San Diego, CA 92121
Phone: (858) 345-1055
Website: https://www.coastalregenerative.com
Key Personnel:
- Dr. Ronald S. Cohen, MD, Founder and Lead Physician, Regenexx Master Clinician, Volunteer Assistant Clinical Professor at UC San Diego School of Medicine, former DoD Marine Corps and Navy SEALs sports medicine physician
Services Offered:
- Bone marrow concentrate (Regenexx protocol) procedures
- Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections
- Non-surgical orthopedic and sports medicine treatments
- Regenerative medicine consultation and evaluation
Conditions Treated: Knee and hip arthritis, shoulder and rotator cuff conditions, spine and disc conditions, sports injuries, tendon and ligament damage, degenerative musculoskeletal conditions
Hours: Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Friday, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
3. OasisMD Lifestyle Healthcare
OasisMD Lifestyle Healthcare is a multi-location orthopedic and sports medicine practice serving Encinitas, San Diego, and Temecula. The practice is led by Dr. David Chao, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who graduated with honors from Northwestern University School of Medicine and completed his sports medicine fellowship at the Minneapolis Sports Medicine Center. Dr. Chao has nearly 25 years of experience in orthopedic and sports medicine, has consulted with athletes across the MLB, NBA, NHL, and NFL, holds a subspecialty certification in Sports Medicine, and is a member of the NFL Physicians Society and the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine. The practice offers stem cell and PRP therapies for tendon injuries, cartilage damage, and joint arthritis as alternatives to surgery.
Address: 499 North El Camino Real, Suite C-200, Encinitas, CA 92024
Phone: (760) 248-8568
Website: https://www.oasismd.com
Key Personnel:
- Dr. David Chao, MD, Founder, board-certified orthopedic surgeon with subspecialty certification in Sports Medicine, Northwestern University School of Medicine, member of the NFL Physicians Society
Services Offered:
- Stem cell therapy for joint and soft tissue conditions
- Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy
- Cartilage restoration and repair
- Arthroscopic and reconstructive orthopedic surgery (when indicated)
Conditions Treated: Knee and hip arthritis, shoulder and rotator cuff injuries, tendon injuries including patellar and Achilles tendinopathy, ACL and ligament injuries, cartilage damage, sports injuries
4. Dr. Nicholas Kusnezov
Dr. Nicholas A. Kusnezov is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon practicing at Ortho 1 Medical Group in La Jolla, San Diego, and Coronado. Dr. Kusnezov graduated summa cum laude from UCLA with a degree in bioengineering and earned his medical degree from the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine. Following medical school, he was commissioned as an officer in the U.S. Army and completed his residency at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and William Beaumont Army Medical Center. He offers stem cell therapy, PRP, and orthobiologics as part of a conservative-first management approach that emphasizes joint preservation to help patients avoid surgery when possible. He holds the FAAOS designation and is affiliated with multiple San Diego-area hospitals.
Address: 9834 Genesee Avenue, Suite 228, La Jolla, CA 92037
Phone: (858) 299-2885
Website: https://www.sandiegohipandkneesurgeon.com
Key Personnel:
- Dr. Nicholas A. Kusnezov, MD, FAAOS, Founder, board-certified orthopedic surgeon, UCLA summa cum laude, U.S. Army commission and residency training at Texas Tech / William Beaumont Army Medical Center
Services Offered:
- Stem cell therapy (bone marrow and adipose-derived)
- Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections
- Orthobiologic treatments for joint preservation
- Total hip and knee replacement surgery (when indicated)
Conditions Treated: Knee and hip osteoarthritis, shoulder and joint conditions, degenerative joint disease, sports and traumatic injuries, soft tissue damage, arthritis
5. CORE Orthopaedic Medical Center
CORE Orthopaedic Medical Center is an Encinitas orthopedic practice where Dr. Nathan Hammel, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in orthopedic oncology, offers stem cell therapy, PRP therapy, and surgical care. Dr. Hammel earned his medical degree cum laude from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the Naval Medical Center in San Diego, and completed a post-graduate Orthopaedic Oncology fellowship at the University of Miami Hospital. He subsequently served as an orthopedic surgeon at the Naval Medical Center San Diego and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery (FAAOS). Dr. Hammel uses both bone marrow-derived and adipose-derived stem cells and offers an evidence-based evaluation of each treatment option.
Address: 332 Santa Fe Drive, Suite 110, Encinitas, CA 92024
Phone: (760) 943-6700
Website: https://www.coreorthopaedic.com
Key Personnel:
- Dr. Nathan C. Hammel, MD, FAAOS, Orthopedic Surgeon, cum laude graduate of Jefferson Medical College, Naval Medical Center residency, Orthopaedic Oncology fellowship at University of Miami
Services Offered:
- Bone marrow aspirate stem cell therapy
- Adipose-derived stem cell therapy
- Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections
- Orthopedic surgery for joint conditions (when indicated)
Conditions Treated: Knee and hip arthritis, shoulder injuries, tendon conditions including tennis elbow, patellar and Achilles tendinopathy, ligament injuries, sports injuries, degenerative joint conditions
6. Murphy SportsMedicine Center
Murphy SportsMedicine Center is the La Jolla practice of Dr. Paul C. Murphy, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who has practiced in San Diego since 1988 and holds a Certificate of Added Qualification in Sports Medicine from the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine. Dr. Murphy served as a physician in the U.S. Navy and was deployed during Desert Storm in 1991. He became a team orthopedic surgeon for the San Diego Chargers in 1994 and served as Head Team Doctor from 1998 to 2002, and has served as Head Team Physician for the University of San Diego Division I sports program. The practice uses platelet-rich plasma therapy as a non-pharmaceutical, non-surgical tool to promote healing for a range of tendon, ligament, and joint conditions.
Address: 8929 University Center Lane, Suite 210, La Jolla, CA 92122
Phone: (858) 657-0000
Website: https://www.murphysportsmedicine.com
Key Personnel:
- Dr. Paul C. Murphy, MD, Founder, board-certified orthopedic surgeon, CAQ in Sports Medicine, former Head Team Doctor for the San Diego Chargers and Head Team Physician for the University of San Diego
Services Offered:
- Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections
- Musculoskeletal ultrasound
- Viscosupplementation
- Arthroscopic shoulder and knee surgery (when indicated)
- Sports medicine consultation
Conditions Treated: Tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow, Achilles tendinosis, rotator cuff injuries, medial collateral ligament injuries, shoulder and knee conditions, sports injuries
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
About This Directory
This listing is part of a national regenerative medicine directory covering major metropolitan areas across the United States. Clinics included in this directory are real, operating practices with verified addresses and publicly available contact information. Inclusion does not imply endorsement, certification, or quality rating. Patients should independently verify provider credentials, treatment protocols, and regulatory compliance before pursuing any regenerative medicine treatment.
Many regenerative medicine treatments, including stem cell therapy and PRP, are considered investigational by the FDA for most orthopedic and musculoskeletal applications. Insurance coverage for these treatments is generally not available. Patients are encouraged to discuss all treatment options, risks, benefits, and costs with their healthcare provider before making any decisions.
Last updated: March 2026