Dr. Braden McKnight, MD, is a fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon at Ortho 1 Medical Group in La Jolla, San Diego, and Coronado, California. A San Diego County native, he completed his undergraduate studies at UCLA, earned his medical degree at USC, and remained at the Keck School of Medicine for his orthopedic surgery residency. He further specialized in spine surgery through a combined neurosurgery and orthopedic fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic, mastering advanced techniques in minimally invasive and complex procedures. Dr. McKnight treats all back and neck disorders with expertise in minimally invasive surgery, robotic surgery, complex revisions, and adult spinal deformities. Committed to a “less is more” approach, he prioritizes non-operative care and minimally invasive procedures to optimize recovery and reduce the need for spinal fusion. Dr. McKnight collaborates with multi-specialty teams to provide holistic spine care.
