Joseph P. Luftman

Dr. Joseph P. Luftman is a Clinical Professor at the University of California, Los Angeles, specializing in Sports Medicine and Family Medicine. With 20 years of experience as a clinician, administrator, and educator, he holds certifications in Sports Medicine and Family Medicine from the American Board of Family Medicine. His clinical expertise focuses on acute non-operative orthopedic and musculoskeletal injuries, particularly of the shoulder, knee, foot, elbow, and ankle.

• Education: MD, Keck School of Medicine of the USC (1996)
• Residency & Internship: Kaiser Permanente - Los Angeles Medical Center (1999, 1997)
• Fellowship: Sports Medicine at UCLA (2001)

Dr. Luftman's research and clinical work emphasize non-surgical management of sports-related injuries, with a focus on musculoskeletal conditions affecting joints and limbs. His contributions include advancements in evidence-based practices for injury prevention and recovery protocols.

He has received recognition for his teaching excellence, including a Faculty Teaching Award (2004) from the Family Medicine Residency Program at Kaiser Los Angeles and the USC Dean's Scholar award during his medical education (1994-1996). Dr. Luftman is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center and UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center, where he contributes to clinical and educational initiatives.