Peter Simonian

Peter T Simonian, MD, FAAOS, FAANA

Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon • Fellowship-Trained in Sports Medicine • Central Valley Native

★★★★★ 5/5

Over 1800+ Reviews

Dr. Peter Simonian is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with advanced fellowship training in sports medicine and a reputation for delivering exceptional outcomes using minimally invasive techniques. Recognized by Vitals, Healthgrades,® US Health News and praised by patients for his expertise and bedside manner, Dr. Simonian brings world-class care to athletes and individuals throughout Fresno, Clovis and the entire Central Valley.

At Simonian Sports Medicine Clinic, Dr. Simonian focuses on treating knee and shoulder injuries with precision and compassion. From recreational athletes to elite competitors – and from work-related injuries to degenerative joint issues – his goal is the same: deliver personalized, cutting-edge treatment that gets you back to the life you love.

Expertise That Sets Him Apart

Dr. Simonian specializes in:
• Minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery
• Knee and shoulder reconstruction
• Treatment for sports-related fractures and trauma
• Comprehensive care for degenerative joint conditions

His clinic stays at the forefront of orthopedic innovation, continually integrating the latest research, techniques, and technologies to ensure the best possible outcomes for every patient.

MEDICAL

University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California
M.D., Graduate with Highest Distinction, Dean’s Scholar 1987-1991, Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society

RESIDENCY

University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1991-1996 (Chief Resident 1995-1996)

FELLOWSHIP

Hospital for Special Surgery, Cornell Medical College, New York, NY; (Philip D. Wilson Award)
Sports Medicine, Knee & Shoulder Reconstruction 1996-1997

HOSPITAL

Community Medical Centers | Clovis, CA
Medical Director of Sports Medicine | Community Medical Centers, Fresno, CA
Saint Agnes Medical Center | Fresno, CA

ACADEMIC

Clinical Associate Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery | University of Washington, Seattle, 1997-present
Clinical Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery | University of California, San Francisco, 2002-2015
Chief of Sports Medicine, Orthopaedic Surgery | University of Washington, Seattle, 1997-2002
Director of Sports Medicine Research, Orthopaedic Surgery | University of Washington, Seattle, 1997-2002
Team Physician, University of Washington, Husky Intercollegiate Athletics, 1997-2002

ADDITIONAL SOCIETY MEMBERSHIPS

California Orthopaedic Association
Hospital for Special Surgery Alumni Association
Orthopaedics Overseas, Inc.; Health Volunteers Overseas
Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation – The Alfred R. Shands, Jr. Circle
Western Orthopaedic Association

SPECIALTY SOCIETY MEMBERSHIPS

American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society
American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
Arthroscopy Association of North America
International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery, and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Orthopaedic Research Society

Patient Reviews

I think Dr. Simonian is the best doctor in town and he has a great bedside manner

Dr. Simonian is a great surgeon! I didn't expect to recover with no pain whatsoever!

Dr. Simonian is the best orthopedic surgeon!

Dr. Simonian really does put the care of his patients first and devotes himself to a 100 percent recovery.

I was very impressed with Dr. Simonian. Everything went very smoothly and I can't think of anything that could have gone better.

I am thoroughly pleased with everything. I have had 3 surgeries with Dr. Simonian and every one of them have gone very smoothly. He is very caring, and a real gentleman.

This is the most excellent office I've ever seen. The staff is very friendly, there’s no wait and Dr. Simonian is the best.

I am always satisfied with Dr. Simonian. He runs a tremendous office.

Dr. Simonian is brilliant.

I have already referred about five coworkers and friends to this office. That's the best compliment I can give.

I wish I had known about Dr. Simonian's office a long time before a friend told me. I would have gone to him long before I did. It's been wonderful.

It's really a number one rated facility. I would recommend anyone to go to Dr. Simonian.

Dr. Simonian is an excellent doctor. I really enjoy him.

I wrote down my appointment time incorrectly, so I was late. Dr. Simonian was very accommodating with me and made it seem like there wasn't any issue at all.

All I can say is that I received great care.

If there was a higher rating I would rate Dr. Simonian higher than a five.

Dr. Simonian is a great doctor. His staff is awesome.

I like that Dr. Simonian listens to me and explains things to me very clearly. My surgery was great and all my scars went away very fast.

I like that Dr. Simonian explains things to me very clearly. He is very friendly as well.

Dr. Simonian is an excellent surgeon.

Everything has been phenomenal. The service was excellent.

It has been great there. Excellent service from everyone.

Simonian Sports Medicine Clinic is one of the finest healthcare businesses there is. Absolutely wonderful.

Everything was excellent. I was seen on a Saturday and everything was so nice.

I was really, really pleased with Dr. Simonian's work. I would recommend my friends to Dr. Simonian.

I was impressed with Dr. Simonian's gentle speaking way. He is in control of everything.

This has been the best experience I've ever had with a doctor's office. - David Lewis Everyone treats me really well. I am very thankful to have found Dr. Simonian.

I like everything about Dr. Simonian's office. All of my questions were answered without me asking them.

Dr. Simonian is an excellent doctor.

I was thoroughly impressed with how efficient everyone in the office is. I feel that this office is only getting better as time goes by.

I think Dr. Simonian is a great doctor. I would go back to him in a heartbeat.

I think this is the most organized office I have ever been to.

I appreciate having a physician of Dr. Simonian's caliber in our area. I feel lucky to have found him. He is amazing.

Dr. Simonian is an excellent provider, very down to earth, and funny. I would recommend him to anyone.

I was very impressed with everything. They are really organized and have a good system to handle all of their patients. This visit went better than I thought it would have. Also, I was very impressed with how quickly I got an appointment with Dr. Simonian

This is the best office I have been to.

It was nice to know that I was being taken care of by someone as professional and as good as Dr. Simonian.

Dr. Simonian has the best bedside manner compared to all of the doctors we have ever met. He is such a good doctor.

I have no complaints with how Dr. Simonian runs his office. Dr. Simonian is a very professional doctor and treats me with much respect. The care I received was excellent!

I like how the office and staff are run. Dr. Simonian is a 10!

Everyone was great with my daughter. Hopefully I won’t have to take my daughter there again. But if she needed more care, I would choose this office.

Dr. Simonian is considerate and caring. I don't feel like a number, or just another patient with him. I feel like he truly has my best interests at heart. I love him.

Dr. Simonian is fantastic.

Dr. Simonian is a perfectionist. The office is really organized and I love the staff.

I am very pleased with the service from this office. My husband and friend are patients of Dr. Simonian too and they love the office.

I am very happy with Dr. Simonian's care. I just want to thank him for everything he has done for me.

The service was great! They are very efficient with their time. I didn't have to wait long in the waiting room and they were really good at making me feel comfortable.

I love the entire staff. I rave about Dr. Simonian to everyone. I have recommended his office to others and they now see him as well.

This office is the best doctor's office I have ever been to in my life. I am thoroughly impressed every visit. The staff is friendly and the doctor is amazing.

Best bedside manner! I have been to many offices and this is the best I have ever visited! I highly recommend him to anyone!

Dr. Simonian is very good, I've had two operations with him. My wife is getting ready to have an operation by him as well. We love him!

Experience with this office has been bar none the best experience I've ever had with a doctor's office. The whole office is top notch!

He's a great doctor! Outstanding service!

Dr. Simonian is a very approachable physician. I really like his humbleness.

I think Dr. Simonian is the best doctor in town and he has a great bedside manner.

Dr. Simonian is perfect. Do not change him.

Dr. Simonian is awesome!

Dr. Simonian is excellent!

I appreciate Dr. Simonian, my knee feels so much better! No complaints whatsoever!

My shoulder is completely healed, thank you!

I've always had excellent care from this office and everyone is always very friendly! When I get my injections everything is always explained to me step by step.

I totally appreciate Dr. Simonian and all the staff. I don't know what I would do without them!

This office could not improve in any way. They are all wonderful!

Dr. Simonian is a great surgeon! I didn't expect to recover with no pain whatsoever!

I feel truly blessed to have had the opportunity of having my surgery done by Dr. Simonian.

The staff is very friendly and informative. I like that they take an interest in what I have to say and that they take the time to listen to my input.

I recommended this office to my mother and brother who both have also had surgery here, and we all have nothing but good things to say!

Dr. Simonian is a really nice guy. He was the one everyone recommended so that's why I went to him.

Dr. Simonian was very nice and easy to talk to.

This office makes things easy. It is very patient-friendly. Sometimes I feel you can get lost in the medical system, but I don't feel that way with this office.

Dr. Simonian is the best orthopedic surgeon!

I think Dr. Simonian should buy every staff member a new Porsche or Mercedes because everyone is wonderful! I would rate this office very highly, and would recommend to anyone!

Dr. Simonian really does put the care of his patients first and devotes himself to a 100 percent recovery.

My insurance originally denied my MRI claim and the staff got it approved. I really appreciated that. I'm feeling better and everything is good.

I like that Dr. Simonian is very conservative in his diagnosis. He doesn't push surgery as many others in this field do. Dr. Simonian is really good and I have been recommending him.

I was able to walk after two days with no pain. I had a really quick recovery and I thought everything went great.

Dr. Simonian is personable and very professional. He really takes an interest in his patients. He's excellent.

It's a beautiful place and the care doesn’t get any better than this. Dr. Simonian and the staff are awesome.

Dr. Simonian is very personable and really cares about you. He talks right to you and even though he is a brilliant surgeon, he explains things in a way that is very easy to understand.

Dr. Simionian has a very good bedside manner and is good at explaining what he will be doing. I haven't had my surgery yet, but so far it's been a good experience.

I had a good experience and I recommend Dr. Simonian all the time.

Dr. Simonian is wonderful and the entire staff is excellent. I noticed on my last visit that the staff brought the patient's insurance cards back to them, rather than call the patient up to the window to get it. Small things like that make a big difference.

This is going to be my second surgery and I wouldn't let anyone but Dr. Simonian do it!

Dr. Simonian is a very good surgeon. He really knows what he's doing.

I've had several surgeries done by Dr. Simonian and have gotten great treatment from start to finish. Dr. Simonian's assistants are wonderful and always very quick to provide great service!

I would recommend this office anytime!

I'm glad to be a patient of this office!

I recommend Dr. Simonian all the time.

I was very impressed with Dr. Simonian. Everything went very smoothly and I can't think of anything that could have gone better.

Everything about office and staff was tops. I've had work done by other doctors but I never realized what a difference having such a wonderful and caring staff makes. Dr. Simonian is an excellent doctor and I would definitely go back.

I wouldn't go to anyone else, he is great!

I always try to refer Dr. Simonian to as many people as I possibly can! He is a wonderful doctor and is highly recommended!

This office is outstanding all the way around! Everyone is always so williing to work with me and always seems very concerned. My procedure turned out great!

Perfect care!

I would give Dr. Simonian a 10!

I am thoroughly pleased with everything. I have had 3 surgeries with Dr. Simonian and every one of them have gone very smoothly. He is very caring, and a real gentlemen.

You are all super! Dr. Simonian is a 10!

A+ service!