Northwest Orthopaedic Surgery is the practice of John C. Austin, M.D., a fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopaedic surgeon serving patients in the San Diego area. Dr. Austin specializes in conservative and surgical care for shoulder, knee, and hip conditions, with an emphasis on personalized treatment, clear communication, and restoring health, function, and mobility. His approach combines 19 years of clinical experience and surgical expertise with current technology and techniques, while prioritizing sound anatomical principles and minimizing soft-tissue trauma.

The practice offers evaluation and treatment for a range of orthopaedic needs, including shoulder and knee arthroscopy, rotator cuff and labrum repair, ACL reconstruction, meniscus repair, fracture repair, and hip replacement using the direct anterior approach. Joint replacement services include anatomic and reverse shoulder replacement, as well as custom total and partial knee replacement. Patients can also access injections, educational resources, new-patient forms, surgery preparation guidance, and postoperative instructions. Northwest Orthopaedic Surgery is located on University Center Lane in San Diego and provides appointment scheduling by phone.