Othopaedic Surgeons. Orthopaedic Pioneers.

Valley Presbyterian Hospital is recognized by Blue Cross Blue Shield as a Blue Distinction Center for Knee and Hip Replacement Surgery, for our expertise in delivering a higher quality of hip and knee surgery and a higher level of efficiency in delivering care. This results in better patient outcomes compared to other institutions.

At the Valley Hip and Knee Institute, we help you to regain mobility and enable you to quickly get back on your feet so you can resume your daily activities.

Our outstanding team of nationally recognized, board-certified orthopaedic surgeons include Herbert D. Huddleston, MD, Umesh T. Bhatia, MD, Jonathan M. Blau, MD, Clive M. Segil, MD, Shahin S. Rad, MD, and Daniel C. Allison, MD. Valley Hip & Knee Institute surgeons have performed thousands of successful procedures and are skilled in the latest surgical techniques, from minimally invasive procedures, such as hip resurfacing, to full hip and knee joint replacements. They are continually innovating and advancing joint replacements and repairs.

In addition to our orthopaedic surgeons, the care team at the Valley Hip & Knee Institute includes physician assistants, medical assistants, x-ray technicians, surgery schedulers, and receptionists — each with specialized training and expertise. Our goal is to provide you with expert, comprehensive, and compassionate care. Together, the members of our care team will help you every step of the way through your diagnosis and treatment. We are here to assist you with all of your questions and concerns.

Conveniently located in Tarzana, we are an outpatient service of Valley Presbyterian Hospital, one of the largest acute care facilities in the San Fernando Valley. Click here for contact, location and parking information.

Call us today at 818.708.9090. It's your first step to returning to the active life you deserve!

Our Partners

The Valley Hip & Knee Institute partners with the Valley Rehabilitation Center for post-treatment rehabilitative care. The Center's goal is to help patients resume activities of daily living as quickly as possible. The Center utilizes evidence-based practices to provide comprehensive and compassionate care that is tailored to the needs of each patient.

The Valley Rehabilitation Center can be reached by calling 818.902.5752.