Tal S. David, MD
Practice: Synergy Orthopedics
Specialty: Orthopedics, Knee Surgery, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
Office locations: San Diego, CA
Dr. Tal S. David, M.D., is a board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon with a subspecialty certification in Orthopedic Sports Medicine. He is fellowship-trained in orthopedic sports medicine from the renowned Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Clinic. He earned his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine and has served as an NFL team physician for 11 years.
Dr. Tal S. David, M.D., is a board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon with a subspecialty certification in Orthopedic Sports Medicine. He is fellowship-trained in orthopedic sports medicine from the renowned Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Clinic. He earned his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine and has served as an NFL team physician for 11 years.
Synergy Orthopedics - Sorrento
Suite 350
San Diego, CA 92121
Dr. Tal S. David, M.D., is a distinguished board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a subspecialty certification in Orthopedic Sports Medicine. His practice focuses on arthroscopic and sports medicine surgery.
He received his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. He completed an orthopedic sports medicine fellowship at the renowned Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Clinic in Los Angeles, California. He has been involved in the care of injured athletes for more than 15 years, including serving 11 years as an NFL team physician.
Dr. David is a Volunteer Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at UC San Diego Health and a Faculty Instructor in the San Diego Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine Fellowship. He serves on the Board of Editors for the peer-reviewed scientific journal, Orthopedics.
He is an active member of the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA), the International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery, and Orthopedic Sports Medicine (ISAKOS), and the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM), where he is a member of the Council of Delegates. He is also a Past-President of the San Diego Orthopedic Society and a member of the Board of Directors for the California Orthopedic Association.
Dr. David has authored the textbook “Arthroscopic Techniques of the Shoulder” and is a co-editor of the Visual Arthroscopy Series on Arthroscopic Surgery. He has published and lectured internationally on topics related to sports medicine and injuries. Voted a “Top Doctor” in orthopedic surgery for six consecutive years in San Diego Magazine, he is highly respected by his peers.

Dr. Tal David provided exceptional care for our son from the very first appointment through his successful surgery. We were extremely pleased with the entire experience. Dr. David is knowledgeable, thorough, and genuinely compassionate. After surgery, he personally came out to speak with my husband and me, walking us through how everything went and giving us so much peace of mind. His staff is excellent as well — professional, kind, and consistently supportive throughout the process. We are grateful for the outstanding care our son received and would highly recommend Dr. David and his team to family and friends. A truly great experience.
Dr. Tal David was fantastic. Right to the point with an accurate assessment, next steps, and tentative recovery timeline. Also provided guidance on warning signs and what to do. Highly recommend.
I feel very heard and cared for here. Excellent staff, and Dr David is wonderful.
Very happy with follow-up and outcome of rotator cuff surgery.
Dr. David was kind, knowledgeable, and incredibly thorough. He gave us the information we needed to fully understand our son’s diagnosis, and he took the time to patiently walk us through the surgery process step by step. Every question we had was answered with care. His staff is wonderful as well — their kindness truly shines through from the moment you walk in. Highly recommend.
Hands down the best Ortho doc! His knowledge, care and dedication to what is best for you the patient is the gold standard!
I didn't see Dr David. I saw his PA Julie Perry. She was great!
Super kind, great bedside manner, lots of confidence in his knowledge and care
Amazing staff
Dr David’s in-person demeanor & reputation are excellent. Very excited for my results