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Los Angeles Orthopedic
Kevin Pelton, MD
Accepting new patients
Provider

Kevin Pelton, MD

Specialties
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Robotic Joint Replacement
  • Sports Medicine
  • Trauma
NPI1033282637
LanguagesEnglish, SpanishHabla Español
Philosophy of care

I want every patient to feel heard, understood, and empowered. That begins with listening – really listening – to your story.

Expertise

Board-certified orthopedic surgeon with more than two decades of experience serving East LA and surrounding communities. Known for treating first responders and active individuals, Dr. Pelton delivers cutting-edge orthopedic care with a personal touch. He specializes in Mako robotic-assisted hip and knee replacements, ACL reconstructions, and arthroscopic procedures, and serves as Founder and President of Los Angeles Orthopedic Surgery Specialists and Advanced Orthopedics.

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Key takeaways
  • Kevin Pelton, MD — Founder and President, Orthopedic Surgeon at Los Angeles Orthopedic Surgery Specialists.
  • MD from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas.
  • Sees patients at East LA, Encino, and Valencia.
  • Focus areas include Mako robotic-assisted total hip and total knee replacement, anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, arthroscopic shoulder and knee surgery.
  • Accepting new patients. Call (323) 264-7600 to schedule, or book online.
Background

Advanced training in orthopedic surgery.

Board-certified orthopedic surgeon with more than two decades of experience serving East LA and surrounding communities. Known for treating first responders and active individuals, Dr. Pelton delivers cutting-edge orthopedic care with a personal touch. He specializes in Mako robotic-assisted hip and knee replacements, ACL reconstructions, and arthroscopic procedures, and serves as Founder and President of Los Angeles Orthopedic Surgery Specialists and Advanced Orthopedics.

Dr. Pelton enjoys spending quality time with his wife and three children, dedicating much of his free time to attending his children's sporting events and activities across Southern California. He values balance, presence, and connection in his personal life.

Areas of expertise

What we treat in clinic.

  • Mako Robotic-Assisted Total Hip and Total Knee Replacement
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction
  • Arthroscopic Shoulder and Knee Surgery
  • Rotator Cuff Repair
  • Meniscus Tear Repair
  • Minimally Invasive Joint Replacement
  • Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections
  • Fracture and Trauma Care
  • Treatment of Work-Related Orthopedic Injuries
  • Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery
Find us

Where this specialist sees patients.

Already in our care?

Returning LAOSS patients — start here.

Whether you're calling for a refill, a follow-up, or you're still in the recovery window after a procedure with Pelton, the path is short.

Already a patient?

Call our office — a real person answers.

Call (323) 264-7600 during business hours for prescription refills, follow-up appointments, or questions about your care. We don't have a patient portal — every concern reaches a real team member.

  • Refills, work/school notes, and result questions — handled by phone
  • Same-day callbacks for anything time-sensitive
  • Bilingual English / Spanish on every line, every office
  • Call (323) 264-7600 — open Monday through Friday
Post-op questions?

After Your Surgery — read this first.

Our post-op guide covers what's normal in recovery, when to call us, and when to go straight to the ER. Honest information, no marketing fluff.

  • What pain, swelling, and bruising should look like day-by-day
  • Red flags that mean call the office — and red flags that mean ER
  • Wound care, weight-bearing, and PT timing for every common procedure
  • Open the guide at /after-your-surgery/
After-hours emergencies: call our main line at (323) 264-7600 and follow the prompts. For life-threatening symptoms — chest pain, difficulty breathing, sudden weakness, suspected infection with high fever — go to the nearest ER and have them call us.
Common questions

Kevin Pelton, MD — FAQ.

  • Yes — Dr. Pelton is accepting new patients. You can book directly online or call (323) 264-7600.
  • Dr. Pelton sees patients at our East LA, Encino, and Valencia offices. Call (323) 264-7600 if you'd prefer a specific location.
  • Dr. Pelton focuses on Mako robotic-assisted total hip and total knee replacement, anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, arthroscopic shoulder and knee surgery, rotator cuff repair, among other orthopedic surgery services.
  • LAOSS is in-network with most major PPO, HMO/IPA, and government plans — including Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Cigna, United Healthcare, Health Net, Medicare, Medi-Cal, Kaiser Permanente, LA Care, Tricare, and 100+ HMO/IPA networks. See our full insurance directory at /insurance/, or call (323) 264-7600 to verify your specific plan. Out-of-network and self-pay welcome.
  • Book online via the appointment widget, or call (323) 264-7600 — our team will route you to the right office based on your zip code and Dr. Pelton's clinic schedule.
Ready when you are

Book with Kevin Pelton.

Same-day and next-day appointments often available. Call us or book online — we'll get you on Kevin's schedule.

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