Dr. Michael Flippin, MD
Dr. Michael Flippin, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in San Diego, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California at San Diego in 2000. He is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Zion Medical Center. He is accepting telehealth appointments.
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4647 Zion Ave San Diego, CA 92120Make an Appointment
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Flippin to family and friends is 4.2 out of 5
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Health care leader whose mission is to keep you healthy. Under-one-roof convenience, 24-hour advice nurse, and online access to manage your health - anytime.Orthopedic Surgery
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University Of California At San Diego
Medical School, 2000
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- Recipient of 8
hospital awardsJoint Replacement Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement
View all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)
Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
90%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home6% higher than the national average
80%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well4% higher than the national average
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