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Dr. Thomas Andrew German, MD

Sports Medicine, Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery
Accepting new patients
53 years of experience
Salinas Valley Medical Clinic Orthopedics 321 E Romie Ln Ste A, Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 757-3041

Overview
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Expertise
Insurance

Brief Intro

Dr. German, a board certified orthopedic surgeon, has a general orthopedic practice with special focus on shoulder and upper extremity problems including impingement, rotator cuff tears, instability and arthritis. He is trained in advanced arthroscopic techniques for shoulder and knee problems. He has additional interest and training in minimally invasive hip and knee replacement as well as hand surgery. Originally from Nebraska, Dr. German completed his undergraduate and medical schooling at Creighton University in Omaha. He graduated with honors and is a member of Alpha Omega Alpha, a national medical honor society. Upon completing his internship and his orthopedic residency training at Harbor U.C.L.A. Medical Center he was appointed as Clinical Instructor. Subsequently, he completed a fellowship in hand surgery in Los Angeles. Upon completion of his training, Dr. German relocated to Salinas, California where he and Dr. William Parker established Salinas Valley Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in 1978. Dr. German values a strong commitment to patient welfare, continuing medical education, and community involvement. He is currently Chairman of the Institutional Review Board at Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital. Previously, he served as Chief of Surgery at Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital and as team physician at Hartnell College. Dr. German is currently a staff member at Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital and the Salinas Surgery Center. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, Monterey County Medical Society, California Orthopedic Association, and the California Medical Association. Dr. German enjoys family centered activities including skiing and hiking. He also enjoys running and has completed several marathons.

Education Background

RESIDENCY

Ucla Medical Center

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Creighton University School Of Medicine - 1972

Languages Spoken

Spanish
English

Location & Hours

Salinas Valley Orthopedics
321 E Romie Ln Ste A, Salinas, CA 93901
Mon:8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue:8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed:8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu:8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri:8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Sat:Closed
Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
Hand Surgery

Conditions Addressed

Internal Derangement of Knee Cartilage
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Internal Derangement of Knee Ligaments

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

Medicare
BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
UnitedHealthcare

Cancer 86
Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 79
Orthopedics 161
Neurology & Neurosurgery 120
Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 149
Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 161
Diabetes & Endocrinology 65
Children's Hospital 18
Urology 149
Psychiatry 91
Geriatrics 143
Rehabilitation 73
Obsterics & Gynecology 23
Ophthalmology 8
Ear, Nose & Throat 10
Rheumatology 4
Long Term Care 19
Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 99