Dr. Alexander P Sah MD
Orthopedist | Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery
2000 Mowry Ave, Institute Joint Restoration Washington Hospital Fremont CA, 94538About
www.SahOrtho.com
Where state-of-the-art surgery meets unparalleled personalized care. We are committed to delivering the highest quality joint replacement care possible, in the most compassionate way possible. Our comprehensive program is based on five pillars including: unique personalization, cutting-edge techniques and protocols, research & education, integrated team approach, and an award-winning Institute for Joint Restoration facility.
Education and Training
Harvard Combined Program- Orthopedic Residency 2007
Haverford College BA 1996
Hip & Knee Fellowship Rush University 2008
Thomas Jefferson Medical Coll MD 2002
Board Certification
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
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Dr. Alexander P Sah MD's Expert Contributions
Understanding Anterior Hip Replacement and its Benefits over Traditional Approaches
Hip replacement is one of the most successful procedures in modern medicine. Nearly 400,000 hip replacements are performed each year in the United States. The traditional successes of total hip replacement (THR) are based on a foundation of extensive clinical research and long-term patient...
Is my strange back shape due to scoliosis?
It is a possible reason for a different appearance of the spine. Evaluation by a physician can help determine the cause. READ MORE
How long do you need physical therapy after a hip replacement?
Many people do not require physical therapy after hip replacement. Simply walking and normal activities can rehabilitate the new hip. In some cases, patients benefit from PT for strengthening and gait training, but not required. READ MORE
What is the best exercise after total hip replacement?
Walking, biking, swimming are all lower impact activities. Resuming your normal activities is the best way to rehabilitate your hip and to get back to doing things the way you want to. Do the exercises that feel best to you. READ MORE
What exercises should be avoided after hip replacement?
Avoid exercises that cause pain. 2 weeks is early in the healing phase after hip replacement. Discuss with your surgeon if there are any positional precautions or other restrictions in your particular case. READ MORE
Can I resume my running after hip bone replacement surgery?
Do you mean hip replacement? Generally, lower impact activities are recommended after hip replacement. Biking, swimming, treadmill would be better than miles of pounding on hard surfaces. Generally, the activities above can be resumed 4-6 weeks after hip replacement. READ MORE
What is the best treatment for sciatica?
Heat and massage and hamstring stretching can help. Anti-inflammatories and possibly physical therapy can also help. READ MORE
Hip replacement?
Typically muscle strength does return, and can improve for a year or more. Some muscle may be damaged during the procedure, but typically other muscles intact can compensate. Physical therapy and exercise can improve strength, but if you are having difficulty, re-evaluation of your hip would be recommended to make sure there are no failures occurring, or to see if there are any treatments that can be provided to improve your strength. READ MORE
What is the best doctor to see for back pain?
A physiatrist or pain medicine/rehabilitation doctor can help with back pain, prior to surgical consultation with a spine surgeon. READ MORE
Do orthopedic doctors treat nerve pain?
Sometimes, depends on the site of injury. Neurologists and pain medicine doctors can help manage nerve pain. READ MORE
How long does it take for a ruptured Achilles tendon to heal without surgery?
Depends on the type of injury, and can take up to 6 months for recovery. READ MORE
Is there physical therapy after tennis elbow surgery?
Stretching, strengthening, massage, and rehab protocols can help recovery. READ MORE
When should I go to the doctor for hand pain?
Worsening pain or pain that inhibits function would be reasons for an evaluation. READ MORE
What is the fastest way to heal bursitis of the knee?
Rest, ice, anti-inflammatories. READ MORE
How do you reduce swelling after ankle dislocation?
Elevation, ice, and rest is best way to reduce inflammation. Be sure that ankle dislocation is treated appropriately by seeing an orthopedist. READ MORE
How do you fix a dislocated foot?
Depends on the dislocation type. May require surgery, may require only immobilization. Need to have it evaluated to determine most appropriate treatment. READ MORE
What is the bursitis in your shoulder?
That typically describes inflammation in the area. A bursa is a fluid filled sac which can become inflamed. Typically improves with rest, anti-inflammatories, possible cortisone injection, time. READ MORE
What could be causing the numbness in my toe?
Possibly nerve compression near the toe. Or sometimes a compressed nerve farther away that goes to that toe (like back or spine). Possibly vascular issues could cause numbness. If persistent or associated with other symptoms, have it evaluated. READ MORE
What should I do when I twist my ankle?
RICE rest, ice, compression, elevation READ MORE
Does wrapping a sprained ankle help it heal faster?
It will help relieve swelling with the compression. It may provide a small amount of support to minimize re-injury. READ MORE
My knee hurts a lot, what can I do?
If you have significant pain, then it is worthwhile to have it evaluated. If it is impacting your daily activities, or you are dependent on pain relievers, then seeking medical attention is warranted. READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- B cell production and turnover in CBA/Ca, CBA/N and CBA/N-bcl-2 transgenic mice: xid-mediated failure among pre B cells is unaltered by bcl-2 overexpression.
- xid mice reveal the interplay of homeostasis and Bruton's tyrosine kinase-mediated selection at multiple stages of B cell development.
- Bone marrow microenvironmental changes underlie reduced RAG-mediated recombination and B cell generation in aged mice.
- Is there still a role for the cemented stem?
- McKeever hemiarthroplasty of the knee in patients less than sixty years old.
- Correlation of plain radiographic indices of the hip with quantitative bone mineral density.
- Lateral unicompartmental knee arthroplasty through a medial approach. Study with an average five-year follow-up.
- Use of oxidized zirconium hemiarthroplasty in hip fractures: clinical results and spectrum analysis.
- Angled polyethylene insert exchange for sagittal tibial malalignment in total knee arthroplasty.
- Lateral unicompartmental knee arthroplasty through a medial approach. Surgical technique.
- Traumatic simultaneous asymmetric hip dislocations and motor vehicle accidents.
- Hyponatremia after primary hip and knee arthroplasty: incidence and associated risk factors.
- Is There an Advantage to Knotless Barbed Suture in TKA Wound Closure? A Randomized Trial in Simultaneous Bilateral TKAs.
- B cell maturation and selection at the marrow-periphery interface.
Clinical Trials
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Medical Co-Director Institute for Joint Restoration 2012 - 2016
- Director Outpatient Joint Replacement Program 2014 - 2016
- Chair IJRR Research and Education Committee 2012 - 2016
- Member Evidence Based Medicine Committee, AAHKS 2016 - 2018
- Member Health Systems Committee, AAOS 2017 - 2018
- Membership Committee Wester Orthopedic Association 2016 - 2018
- Board of Directors California Orthopedic Association 2017 - 2018
- Chair Outpatient TJA Criteria Task Force, COA 2017 - 2018
- Chair Pain Management ASC Task Force, COA 2017 - 2018
Awards
- Best of Fremont, Orthopedic Surgeon 2016
- Best of Fremont, Orthopedic Surgeon 2015
- Best of Fremont, Orthopedic Surgeon 2014
- CA Top 10 Orthopedic Surgeon 2014
- Patient's Choice Award 2016
- Patient's Choice Award 2014
- Compassionate Doctor Award 2016
- Compassionate Doctor Award 2014
- Best of Fremont 2018 Orthopedic Surgeon
- Best of Fremont 2017 Orthopedic Surgeon
- Compassionate Doctor Award 2018
- Compassionate Doctor Award 2017
- Best of Fremont, Orthopedic Surgeon 2012-18 Best of Fremont Publication
- Best of Fremont, Best Doctor 2012-18 Best of Fremont Publication
- Best Doctors 2017-19 Best Doctor Awards
- Patient's Choice Award 2011-18 Vitals
- Compassionate Doctor Award 2011-18 Vitals
Treatments
- Anterior hip replacment
- Partial Knee Replacement
- Minimally Invasive Total Knee Replacement
- Minimally Invasive Total Hip Replacement
- Outpatient Joint Replacement
- Revision Knee Surgery
- Revision Hip Surgery
- Knee Arthroscopy
Professional Memberships
- California Orthopedic Association
- Western Orthopedic Association
- American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons
- American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
- Member American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons 2002
- Member American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons 2014
- Board of Directors California Orthopedic Association 2017
- Committee Member Western Orthopedic Association 2016
- Chair California Orthopedic Association 2017
- Member American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons 2017
- Fellow AAOS Leadership Fellows Program 2016 - 2017
Fellowships
- Rush University, Chicago IL Minimally Invasive Hip and Knee Replacement 2008
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