Meet Dr. Daniel C. Acevedo, a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in shoulder and elbow reconstruction. With expertise in advanced treatments like minimally invasive shoulder replacements, Tommy John surgery, and rotator cuff repairs, Dr. Acevedo is dedicated to helping patients get back to their best. Learn more about his patient-focused approach, cutting-edge techniques, and passion for treating athletes and active individuals. Watch now to discover what sets Dr. Acevedo apart!
This video introduces Dr. Daniel C. Acevedo, a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in shoulder and elbow reconstruction at the DISC Sports & Spine Center.
Core Philosophy and Approach
- Patient-First Care: Dr. Acevedo emphasizes treating patients like family, focusing on trust and education.
- Non-Operative Priority: He views surgery as a last resort, prioritizing non-operative treatments like physical therapy, PRP, and biologic therapies to maximize patient recovery without invasive procedures.
- Comprehensive Expertise: His areas of focus include arthritis, rotator cuff tears, shoulder instability, and frozen shoulder.
Surgical and Recovery Techniques
- Minimally Invasive: When surgery is necessary, he favors minimally invasive techniques, such as performing total shoulder replacements through a 6 cm incision.
- Outpatient Focus: He has extensive experience with outpatient shoulder replacements, with 85-90% of his patients able to return home the same day.
- Accelerated Rehabilitation: Dr. Acevedo highlights the importance of patient engagement in recovery, including proper nutrition and an accelerated rehabilitation protocol, often starting movement as early as post-operative day one.
Background
Inspired by his father, who was an ER doctor, Dr. Acevedo pursued his education at UC Irvine and completed his residency at USC. He honed his expertise at the Rothman Institute at Thomas Jefferson University, where he performed over 600 shoulder and elbow surgeries.
