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Dr. William Bugbee, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 64
Dr. William Bugbee, MD
4.9 (219 Ratings)

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Dr. William Bugbee, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in La Jolla, CA.
Dr. William Bugbee, MD
4.9 (219 Ratings)
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Dr. William Bugbee, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 64
La Jolla, CA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

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

About

Dr. William Bugbee, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in La Jolla, CA. Dr. Bugbee currently practices at Scripps Clinic Orthopedics 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 219 times. Dr. Bugbee's 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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Explains Conditions Well

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Trustworthy

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Friendly Staff

Patients said the staff was friendly.

Easy Scheduling

Patients said scheduling was easy.

Compare with other Orthopedic Surgeons

Compare Dr. Bugbee with our nearby Orthopedic Surgeons at Universal Health Services
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Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Hip Replacement
Knee Replacement
Partial Knee Replacement
Back Pain
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Degenerative Disc Disease
Femur Fracture
Hip Fracture
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Meniscus Tear
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Arthrocentesis
Knee Arthroscopy
Meniscectomy
Steroid Injection
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Broken Arm
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cerebral Palsy
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccygeal Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Bursitis
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Genu Valgum
Genu Varum
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Hip Impingement
Hip Osteophyte
Hip Pointer
Humerus Fracture
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Lupus
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Morton's Neuroma
Myelopathy
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Fracture
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Piriformis Syndrome
Plantar Fasciitis
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hip
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Sacrum Disorders
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Snapping Hip
Spinal Osteophyte
Spine Deformities
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tenosynovitis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibial Fracture
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
ACL Surgery
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Resurfacing
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Replacement Revision
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Patella Resurfacing
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Synovial Biopsy
Trigger Point Injection
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 Scripps Clinic
    10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037
  2. 2 Scripps Clinic
    3811 Valley Centre Dr, San Diego, CA 92130

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bugbee
4.9
Based on 219 Reviews
5 Stars (210)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (2)
1 Star (5)

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Patient Reviews
Oct 31, 2024
Dr. Bugbee is not only a brilliant surgeon but has a very caring, reassuring personality which is a huge bonus. He felt it best that I do a bilateral knee replacement instead of one at a time & I'm so grateful I did!!! I was walking shortly after surgery, went home within 24hrs. & although it’s a grueling surgery & recovery, I feel like my progress is amazing, especially having a bilateral knee replacement. I was so blessed to have Dr. Bugbee as my surgeon. He’s given me the quality of life I’ve dreamed of for years!Lorraine Golden
Lorraine Golden — Oct 31, 2024
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

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  • University Ca San Diego Medical Center
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Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. Bugbee communicate via email?
18 users said yes.
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Does Dr. Bugbee offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
13 users said yes.
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Does Dr. Bugbee offer an online patient portal?
26 users said yes.
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Does Dr. Bugbee have free onsite parking?
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Does Dr. Bugbee offer weekend visits?
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

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