Jacob Braunstein, MD

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Orthopedic Surgery, Foot and Ankle Surgery
4.8 Learn more 306 Ratings
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Scripps Clinic Jefferson
2205 Vista Way Ste 210
Oceanside, CA 92054
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Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines
10710 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037
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Scripps Clinic Encinitas - 326 Santa Fe
326 Santa Fe Dr
Fl 2
Encinitas, CA 92024
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Accepts new patients
Treats adults
In-person visits only
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About

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery, Foot and Ankle Surgery

Languages

English

Gender

Male

Expertise

Orthopaedic SurgeryOrthopaedic Surgery, Foot and Ankle

Biography

Jacob (Jake) Braunstein, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon who is fellowship-trained in foot and ankle surgery. His clinical interest include ankle replacement and fusion, lower extremity fracture care, ankle arthroscopy and cartilage restorative surgery, tendon/ligament repair/reconstruction and advanced deformity reconstruction related to arthritic, neurologic, congenital and acquired conditions. 


Dr. Braunstein believes the best doctor-patient relationships are developed through open, honest communication. 


Dr. Braunstein is an active member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society. 


Dr. Braunstein spends most of his free time outdoors golfing, hiking and most recently surfing.

Credentials

Board Certifications

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, 2023

Medical Education

Georgetown University Medical Center, MD, 2015

Residencies

Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2020

Fellowships

Duke University Medical Center, Orthopaedic Surgery, Foot and Ankle, 2021

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Publications

Associated Providers

Melissa Andrew
4.7 Learn more 30 Ratings

Melissa Andrew, PA

Physician Assistant, Physician Assistant-Surgical, Orthopedic Surgery
Madonna J. Guzman
4.9 Learn more 144 Ratings

Madonna J. Guzman, PA

Physician Assistant-Surgical, Orthopedic Surgery

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