Joseph P. Turk, MD

Expertise in:
Knee / Hip / Sports Medicine / General Orthopedics

Specializes in:
Joint Replacement

Locations:
Thousand Oaks

Joseph P. Turk, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon serving patients in Thousand Oaks specializing in hip and knee replacement, complex revision surgery, trauma, and general orthopedics. He earned his undergraduate degree from UCLA and his master’s in medical imaging sciences from Chicago Medical School, where he also received his medical degree. Dr. Turk completed his residency at the University of Pennsylvania and a fellowship in hip and knee reconstructive surgery at the Anderson Orthopaedic Clinic. He joined Ventura Orthopedics in 2005 and has contributed to multiple orthopedic journals. Dr. Turk lives in Ventura County with his wife and two sons.

Local Partnerships:
Thousand Oaks High School

Dr. Turk has replaced both my knees with tremendous results. He is the greatest combination of excellent skills and attention to detail throughout the entire surgical, and recovery process. Dr. Turk is refreshingly honest, you will know exactly what you need to do to achieve relief from the pain and optimum health.

Our search is over for the right orthopedic surgeon for joint replacement. Dr, Turk is a no-nonsense, cut-to-the-chase physician, who was able to clarify a confusing situation, when other surgeons did not. He is honest, communicates clearly and runs a tight ship. We were in and out in 45 min. Dr. Turk will let you know if and when you are a candidate for surgery, and by the same token, when you are not. We were really impressed and gratified to have found him.

Dr. Turk is remarkable! Both knees replaced and both sensational. He was attentive, professional, very skilled, and matter-of fact. I felt in good hands all times. I highly recommend him without reservation.

Dr. Turk did a successful total knee replacement for me five years ago. My surgery and hospital stay was pretty much pain free and much better than I expected. The care was exceptional. I just saw him to discuss a hip replacement. I wouldn’t go to anyone else. I really trust him. Ventura Orthopedics is the best.

I saw Dr. Turk for my 2 weeks post op of left total knee revision due to a Fall. I came back to Dr Turk due to his expertise with knee surgeries, I had bilateral knee replacements by him a few years ago and my knees felt great and I had no limitations, I was able to performed normally in my profession as a Physical Therapist. I totally recommend him, you will be in good hands.

After breaking my right hip in a tragic bicycle accident, Dr Joseph Turk did a total hip replacement for me in 2016. Two weeks later, I began to ride my bicycle to physical therapy, over 2 miles from my home. My recovery was quick and uneventful.
No one could even imagine I have had a total hip replacement. I don’t limp, both legs are the same length, I don’t have any restrictions of motion. Dr Turk is the consummate professional, focused, talented, knowledgeable, and caring and concerned. For all of these reasons, I highly recommend Dr Joseph Turk.

Had a total knee replacement and at just 8 weeks I’m back to my normal routine, was able to hike a little and walk my dog 2 miles every morning, mow the lawn and do other yardwork. I’m very pleased with the results. Dr Turk and his team are excellent and I would recommend them to anybody.

I am a return patient. I saw Dr. Turk 2 days ago for knee pain. He was pleasant, examined my knee, diagnosed the problem, and prescribed Physical Therapy and a topical pain reliever. The best part of the visit is he showed me a stretch to do at home to help alleviate the pain and it is working already! So is the knee which he replaced two years ago. I am dancing again because of his surgical skill. I unequivocally recommend Dr. Joseph Turk.

Undergraduate Degree:
University of California, Los Angeles

Medical Degree:
The Chicago Medical School

Internship:
General Surgery, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania

Residency:
Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania

Fellowship:
Adult Reconstruction, Anderson Orthopaedic Clinic

Board Certification:
General Orthopaedics, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Professional Affiliations

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons

Hospital Affiliations

Los Robles Regional Medical Center

Aspen Surgery Center

Los Robles Surgicenter

DISC Surgery Center

Thousand Oaks Surgical Hospital