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Dr. William Bugbee, MD

Orthopedic Surgery Age 63
Dr. William Bugbee, MD
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Dr. William Bugbee, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in La Jolla, CA.
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Dr. William Bugbee, MD

Orthopedic Surgery Age 63
La Jolla, CA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. William Bugbee, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in La Jolla, CA.

About

Dr. William Bugbee, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in La Jolla, CA. They currently practice at Mercy Physicians Medical Group,Scripps Clinic and are affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas. Dr. Bugbee has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain and Osteoarthritis of Hip among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Bugbee received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 181 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Bugbee also speaks Spanish. Dr. Bugbee is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Friendly Staff

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Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
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Locations

  1. 1 Scripps Clinic
    10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 554-7993
  2. 2 Scripps Clinic
    3811 Valley Centre Dr, San Diego, CA 92130
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4.9
Based on 181 Reviews
5 Stars (173)
4 Stars (2)
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Patient Reviews
Sep 25, 2023
Dr. Bugbee and his entire team are outstanding! Their system and methods really worked for me. My quality of life is so much better now. I can do activities I love again such as bicycle riding and touring on my Harley-Davidson. They are awesome!
Mike Schaub — Sep 25, 2023
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. William Bugbee, MD is an orthopedic surgery specialist in La Jolla, CA. He specializes in Orthopedic Surgery.
Biography
Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties
Orthopedic Surgery
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Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
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Residency

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  • University Ca San Diego Med Center
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. William Bugbee, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Bugbee's profile.

Dr. Bugbee frequently treats the following conditions: Joint Pain and Osteoarthritis of Hip. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. William Bugbee, MD is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas.

Yes, Dr. William Bugbee, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Scripps Green Hospital

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA

  • Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

    354 Santa Fe Dr, Encinitas, CA