Michael R. Lenihan, MD

Practice: Synergy Orthopedics

Specialty: Orthopedics, Sports Medicine

Office locations: Chula Vista, San Diego

Most recent review: 5 days ago New
5.0 out of 5
103 Ratings
50 Comments

Dr. Michael R. Lenihan, M.D., is a board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon and fellowship-trained in Sports Medicine from the prestigious Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Clinic. He earned his medical degree, graduating at the top of his class, from the University of Southern California. He completed his Orthopedic Residency at the Los Angeles County/University of Southern California Medical Center. He has been in private practice since 1992 and is a Founding Member and Medical Director of Otay Lakes Surgery Center.

5.0 out of 5
103 Ratings
50 Comments

Dr. Michael R. Lenihan, M.D., is a board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon and fellowship-trained in Sports Medicine from the prestigious Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Clinic. He earned his medical degree, graduating at the top of his class, from the University of Southern California. He completed his Orthopedic Residency at the Los Angeles County/University of Southern California Medical Center. He has been in private practice since 1992 and is a Founding Member and Medical Director of Otay Lakes Surgery Center.

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Dr. Lenient was very informative and efficient.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(5 days ago) Nov-2026

Great job! he explains everything to me that I need to know, thank you very much…

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

Love this location and the staff! Always feel taken care of. Never long wait times.

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

Thank you

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

Dr. Lenihan was very thorough and explained the procedure and next steps.

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

Very thorough. Explained everything and the procedure was quick and painless.

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

Excellent. Clear and thorough in his explanations and showed he cares for his patients.

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

as solid as they come. open ear and sharp on diagnosis and treatment.

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

He was friendly and explained everything thoroughly.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
(2 months ago) Sep-2026

Very pleasant and takes his time to explain the current and future treatment plan . I can trust him with taking care of my health issues . I didn’t feel rushed .

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