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Orthopedic Surgeon, Joints & Sports Medicine

Prem N. Ramkumar, MD, MBA

marker 5750 Downey Ave, Suite 308 Lakewood, CA 90712

marker 3828 Schaufele Ave, Suite 320 Long Beach, CA 90808

(562) 348-4588

Dual Fellowship-Trained Orthopedic Surgeon

Specializing in advanced treatments for hip and knee conditions

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.”

Specialties

Total Hip Replacement
Hip Resurfacing
Total Knee Replacement
Partial Knee Replacement
Revision Surgery
Hip Arthroscopy
Knee Arthroscopy
Performance Medicine & Return-to-Sport
Tendon Repair Surgery
Ligament Repair Surgery
Shockwave Therapy
Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate Injection

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Insurances Accepted

In-Network Carriers

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

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

Quote

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

Education, Training, and Clinical Background

Boards

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

Training

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

Recognition

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

Locations

Location 1

Lakewood

5750 Downey Ave, Suite 308
Lakewood, CA 90712

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Location 1

Long Beach – Douglas Park

3828 Schaufele Ave, Suite 320
Long Beach, CA 90808

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Patient Reviews for Dr. Prem Ramkumar

Patient Stories

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Bracing and Casting for Orthopedic Injuries

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Nerve Blocks for Pain Relief

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Epidural Steroid Injections

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Prem N. Ramkumar, MD, MBA

Orthopedic Surgeon, Joints & Sports Medicine

14 Carriers

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

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(562) 348-4588

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For more information about Dr. Ramkumar’s practice and protocols, visit his personal website at: https://ochipandknee.com/