About
Professional Background
Dr. Ariel Palanca is a board-certified Orthopaedic surgeon with a decade of experience dedicated to providing exceptional surgical care. After graduating with honors from University of Michigan Medical School, Dr. Palanca completed a rigorous residency program at Stanford University Medical Center, followed by a specialized fellowship in Foot and Ankle with Dr Roger Mann in Oakland, California and Trauma surgery at Flinders Medical Centre in Adelaide, Australia.
Dr. Palanca specializes in minimally invasive surgery, including bunion repair, ankle arthroplasty, ankle arthroscopy, Achilles tendon repair, ligamentous injuries, fracture care, and deformity correction.
Approach to Patient Care
What sets Dr. Palanca apart is her commitment to personalized care and continued drive towards innovation and advancement in her field. She believes that every patient deserves individualized attention, thorough explanations, and an active role in their treatment decisions. Dr. Palanca takes the time to listen to each patient's concerns, answer questions, and develop customized treatment plans that address their specific needs.
Research and Innovation
Committed to advancing the field of Orthopaedic surgery, Dr. Palanca has published a number of peer-reviewed articles in leading medical journals and regularly presents at national and international conferences. She is at the cutting edge of technology, currently working on a team to create a new total ankle replacement device.
Personal Background
Born and raised in Michigan, Dr. Palanca is now happy to call San Diego home. Outside of the operating room, Dr. Palanca enjoys traveling the world, endurance sports like running and biking, getting outdoors with her puppy Brewce, and spending time with family and friends
In addition to her main practice, Dr. Palanca participates in global humanitarian aid annually around the world.
Education & Credentials
Medical Degree:
Orthopedic Surgery Residency:
AOTrauma Fellowship:
Foot And Ankle Fellowship:
University of Michigan Medical School
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Stanford University Medical Center
Stanford, California
Flinders Medical Center
Adelaide, Australia
Oakland Bone & Joint Specialist - Dr. Roger Mann
Oakland, California
