Michael Birns, M.D.
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Management of Chronic Tendon Injuries
Tendons are tough, fibrous tissues that connect muscle to bone and play a critical role in our movement, from helping us swing a tennis racket to allowing us to lift groceries or climb the stairs. But for all their strength and flexibility, tendons are also...
Why Is My Thumb Twitching?
Thumb twitching, medically referred to as fasciculation, occurs when small muscles in the hand contract involuntarily. While it may feel like something serious is going on, the truth is that this twitching can be triggered by a wide range of causes, from not getting...
Nutrition for Bone and Joint Health
The foods you eat affect much more than just your weight and energy levels; they also play a significant role in your long-term bone and joint health. That’s why having a balanced diet is essential. But what does a “balanced diet” consist of? It should include an...
SPECIALTIES
CLINICAL EXPERTISE
- Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Medicine
EDUCATION/TRAINING
- Undergraduate — Emory University
- Medical School — Albert Einstein College of Medicine
- Internship — Lenox Hill Hospital
- Residency — Lenox Hill Hospital
- Chief Executive Resident — Lenox Hill Hospital
- Sports Medicine Fellowship — Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic/Cedar-Sinai Hospital
CERTIFICATION
- Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
- American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM)
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
- Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA)
INTERESTING FACTS
Dr. Birns acted as an assistant team physician to the Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Dodgers, Los Angeles Kings, Anaheim Ducks, and USC Football teams