Philosophy of Care

I am passionate about delivering the best possible care to all my patients through a process of shared decision-making and clear discussion of all treatment options, including non-surgical and surgical.

Clinical Interests

Dr. Menendez is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in shoulder and elbow conditions. His clinical expertise is on advanced minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery and reconstructive procedures of the shoulder and elbow. He has specialized training and particular interest in massive rotator cuff repairs and complex total shoulder arthroplasty.

Research/Academic Interests

Dr. Menendez is a widely published shoulder and elbow specialist in Sacramento, with over 250 peer-reviewed manuscripts. He serves on the Editorial Board of the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, and is also a peer-reviewer for numerous high-impact orthopedic journals. Dr. Menendez routinely presents his research at national and international meetings. He has a particular interest in outcomes-based research, clinical effectiveness, and healthcare disparities.

Division

Orthopaedic Surgery - Sports Medicine

Center/Program Affiliation

Sports Medicine Program