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.
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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He was friendly and explained everything thoroughly.
(4 days 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 .
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Very thorough and explaining things and what I should expect with the problems with my knee.
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Very informative Took time to answer questions and listen
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Always professional and informative. Makes sure he takes the time to explain everything and makes sure you are comfortable and understand everything.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Excellent experience! Dr. Michael Lenihan and the entire staff were very professional, kind, and attentive. I felt well cared for throughout my visit.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Dr. Lenihan provided all answers to my questions and was reassuring.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
I'm happy with this office. I feel the care here is great.
Thank you
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Answered all questions in a kind and professional manner. Shared the same optimism for treatment.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Very pleasant and professional
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
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Synergy Orthopedics - Eastlake
955 Lane Avenue Suite 200 Chula Vista, CA 91914
Synergy Orthopedics - Kearny Villa
3444 Kearny Villa Road Suite 401 San Diego, CA 92123
Dr. Michael R. Lenihan, M.D., is a board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon. He completed his Doctor of Medicine at the University of Southern California, where he graduated at the top of his class. After an Orthopedic Residency at the Los Angeles County/University of Southern California Medical Center, he subsequently completed a Sports Fellowship with the prestigious Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Clinic for Sports Medicine. While there, he assisted physicians attending to professional athletes from teams such as the Los Angeles Lakers, Dodgers, Rams, and Kings, as well as the Angels, PGA Tour, Senior PGA Tour, and Hollywood Park Racetrack. He also served as Team Physician for LMU and the NCAA Women’s Basketball National Championship Tournament.
Dr. Lenihan has been in private practice in San Diego since 1992. He is a Founding Member and Medical Director of Otay Lakes Surgery Center in Chula Vista. Additionally, he is a Founding Member and President of Synergy Orthopedic Specialists, Inc., a twelve-physician orthopedic group.
He was friendly and explained everything thoroughly.
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 .
Very thorough and explaining things and what I should expect with the problems with my knee.
Very informative Took time to answer questions and listen
Always professional and informative. Makes sure he takes the time to explain everything and makes sure you are comfortable and understand everything.
Excellent experience! Dr. Michael Lenihan and the entire staff were very professional, kind, and attentive. I felt well cared for throughout my visit.
Dr. Lenihan provided all answers to my questions and was reassuring.
I'm happy with this office. I feel the care here is great. Thank you
Answered all questions in a kind and professional manner. Shared the same optimism for treatment.
Very pleasant and professional