David Burnikel, M.D.

Practice: Synergy Orthopedics

Specialty: Orthopedics, Sports Medicine: Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine

Office locations: San Diego, CA

Most recent review: 2 weeks ago Recent
4.7 out of 5
83 Ratings
34 Comments

Dr. David J. Burnikel is a board-certified physician in San Diego. He specializes in both surgical and nonsurgical treatments for all orthopaedic conditions, including sports-related injuries. Dr. Burnikel is an expert in arthroscopic surgery for disorders of the knee and shoulder.

4.7 out of 5
83 Ratings
34 Comments

Dr. David J. Burnikel is a board-certified physician in San Diego. He specializes in both surgical and nonsurgical treatments for all orthopaedic conditions, including sports-related injuries. Dr. Burnikel is an expert in arthroscopic surgery for disorders of the knee and shoulder.

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He performed a total knee replacement on me today and it went very well

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 weeks ago) Oct-2026

Very happy with Dr David!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago) Oct-2026

Excellent care to patients. Thank you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago) Oct-2026

Very satisfied got answers I wanted to know.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago) Oct-2026

Very attentive regarding my case of pain.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 months ago) Aug-2026

Super awesome Doctor. He really cares.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 months ago) Aug-2026

Dr Burnikel gave me a shot for my right shoulder, to help with the pain. 👍

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 months ago) Aug-2026

I am always impressed with Dr. Burnikels abilities and professionalism.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 months ago) Aug-2026

Very kind and professional.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(2 months ago) Aug-2026

Always professional and always has time to listen

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 months ago) Jul-2026