Overview

Dr. Prem Ramkumar is a board-certified, dual fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee care for patients of all ages—from ACL reconstructions and cartilage transplants to partial and total joint replacements. Known for his meticulous preparation and thoughtful follow-through, Dr. Ramkumar delivers surgical care that’s not only technically advanced, but personally tailored.

Patients consistently describe him as kind, thorough, and exceptionally communicative. He takes time to explain your condition and walk you through your options clearly, so you feel informed and confident in every decision. Many credit him with life-changing results and highlight the warm, supportive team that surrounds him at every step.

Fluent in English and Spanish, Dr. Ramkumar brings both surgical precision and deep empathy to his work—whether he’s helping a young athlete return to sport or guiding an older adult through joint replacement and recovery.

Outside the OR, he’s on the tennis court, hiking trails, or catching a Lakers game—“it’s rare that I’ll miss one.”

Insurance

• Aetna
• Anthem BlueCross
• BlueShield of California
• Cigna
• United Healthcare
• Carelon
• Centivo
• Coventry
• Health Net
• Humana
• Beech Street
• MultiPlan
• OWCP
• Scan
• Medicare

Insurance coverage varies by plan. Our team can help verify your benefits.

I designed my practice to be a one-stop-shop for all things hip and knee. You can expect clarity from the start—we’ll define your goals together and choose the right approach, whether that’s surgical or not.”

– Dr. Prem Ramkumar

Background

• American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine — Herodicus Award
• American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons — Health Policy Fellowship
• Cleveland Clinic Foundation — Resident/Fellow Excellence in Teaching Award

• Baylor College of Medicine — Medical School
• Cleveland Clinic — Residency, Orthopedics
• Harvard/Brigham and Women’s Hospital — Fellowship
• Hospital for Special Surgery — Fellowship
• Cornell University – Tech Campus — Masters in Business Administration

• Philip D. Wilson Award for Excellence in Orthopaedic Surgery Research — 2023 Recipient

Locations

Lakewood

5750 Downey Ave, Suite 308
Lakewood, CA 90712

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Long Beach – Douglas Park

3828 Schaufele Ave, Suite 320
Long Beach, CA 90808

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