Dr. Jason Lipof

Joining our Adult Reconstruction team, Dr. Jason Lipof is a board-certified, dual fellowship-trained, orthopaedic surgeon. He brings specialized expertise in adult joint reconstruction and complex hip and knee revision surgery to the Arthritis and Joint Replacement Service.

Beyond his clinical skills, Dr. Lipof is also an accomplished researcher with a strong focus on the design of surgical instruments and implants. His collaborations with industry leaders aim to innovate and refine tools that enhance surgical workflows and reduce complications, ultimately improving outcomes for both surgeons and patients.

We are excited about the valuable contributions Dr. Lipof will bring to our team and look forward to the positive impact he will have on our patients and the field of orthopaedics. Welcome to the Stanford Ortho team, Dr. Lipof!

“I am humbled and privileged to join Stanford’s prestigious and pioneering faculty, renowned for its excellence in clinical care, innovation, and education. I look forward to collaborating with world-class colleagues to advance our field, provide compassionate care, and help teach the next generation of orthopedic surgeons.

Dr. Yetsa A. Tuakli-Wosornu

Yetsa A. Tuakli-Wosornu is board-certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R). She specializes in interventional spine and sports medicine treatments, helping people achieve high performances at all stages of life through “holistic mind-body development” and therapies. Dr. Tuakli-Wosornu will be seeing patients in Redwood City and Palo Alto.

Dr. Tuakli-Wosornu's recent achievements include hosting the first global webinar to honor Olympians lost to gender-based violence, supported by the UN, publishing the first Olympic consensus statement chaired by any Stanford faculty member, announced by the IOC, she has been invited to keynote the UNESCO event in Paris, where 70+ countries are preparing to integrate sports equity initiatives over the next 1 to 2 years, and she participated in a Loughborough University podcast about the consensus statement, published in December.

I am thrilled to join Stanford's Department of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, collaborating with esteemed colleagues who share a passion for excellence and innovation in sports medicine and science.

Dr. Grace Xiong

Assistant Professor

Dr. Xiong completed medical school at Stanford School of Medicine, her residency training at the Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Residency Program in Boston, MA, and spine surgery fellowship training at the Rothman Orthopaedic Institute in Philadelphia, PA.  Dr. Xiong joins the Spine team, seeing patients in Palo Alto and Redwood City.

Dr. Xiong’s research interests include reducing disparities in access to spinal care and investigating healthcare delivery to promote health equity. She also studies infection prevention in patients who have undergone spinal surgery and the treatment of patients who develop spontaneous spinal infections.

“I am honored to be joining a department that has a long tradition of clinical excellence, outstanding innovation, and a stellar commitment to teaching and mentorship. With the support of a remarkable team and visionary leadership, I look forward to contributing to the health of our patients and advancements in medical research.

Dr. Alexandra Abbott

Clinical Assistant Professor 

Originally from San Diego, Dr. Abbott was a collegiate soccer player and earned her degree in kinesiology before attending medical school at Drexel University in Philadelphia.

She completed her Pediatrics residency at UCLA and continued there for a fellowship in sports medicine.

Dr. Abbott's research focuses on various important topics, including the care of female athletes, bone stress injuries, sport specialization among youth athletes, and concussion management. We look forward to her contributions to our mission of providing outstanding patient care!

“I am excited to join the Department of Orthopedic Surgery and I am continuously impressed by the culture of the providers in this stellar team. I look forward to making an impact for young athletes who put their trust in Stanford’s reputation for care excellence.

Congratulations to Dr. Loretta Chou on receiving the 2024 AOFAS Career Impact Award! This prestigious recognition highlights her significant contributions to the field of orthopaedics, particularly in foot and ankle surgery. As a Professor and Chief of Service, along with her role as Deputy Editor of Foot & Ankle for the JAAOS, Dr. Chou's influence extends throughout both academic and clinical settings.

Her research on the increased prevalence of breast cancer among women orthopaedic surgeons is particularly impactful, as it addresses critical health issues within the profession. We share in the pride of her achievements and look forward to her continued contributions to the field of orthopaedics.

Shout out to our very own and very wonderful Dr. Matthew Smuck, who will be awarded at the September 2024 International Pain & Spine Intervention Society (IPSIS) Annual Meeting the 2024 Charles Aprill Award.

This award is presented annually to the IPSIS member who has made significant career-spanning contributions to the field of interventional pain medicine.

Past award recipients represent the most influential minds who have made a lasting imprint on the Society and the field and is the highest distinction that IPSIS bestows.

We are so VERY proud of Dr. Smuck and all he has accomplished as a leader and teacher and applaud his extraordinary work for the diagnosis and treatment of spinal disorders.  There just aren’t the words... except CONGRATUATIONS and WELL DESERVED!

Meet Dr. Steven Isono, Team USA’s head physician at the 2024 Paris Olympics🏅🇺🇸. A clinical professor of orthopaedic surgery at Stanford Medicine, Dr. Isono is dedicated to keeping our athletes in peak condition as they chase their lifelong dreams.