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Leading Orthopedic Surgeon
Dr. Ryan S. Labovitch is more than a leading orthopedic surgeon—he’s a pioneer in redefining what it means to live well. With dual board certifications in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine, and over 20 years of trusted experience in Orange County, Dr. Labovitch brings a rare blend of clinical excellence and human connection to every patient encounter. A lifelong adventurer who’s pushed himself to the ends of the world, he believes in helping others embrace life’s journey pain-free. His mission is clear: every person who walks through his door deserves the chance to thrive—not just survive—and he’s here to make that possible.
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Fitness Training -
VO2 Max Metabolic Testing
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Orthopedics
Work with our renowned personal training staff to meet and exceed your sports performance goals.
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Fracture Care
Track and optimize your performance with data-driven insights and personalized feedback.
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Arthroscopy
Measure and manage your body metrics to tailor your fitness plan for optimal results and performance.
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Sports Medicine
Our experience personal trainers will elevate your physical ability through personalized fitness training.
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Executive Wellness ProgramOur unique program provides you with direct access to a clinically integrated team of specialists dedicated to enhancing every aspect of your health.
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Restorative Therapies
We leverage the latest and greatest technology to supercharge care for exceptional outcomes.
Background
Co-Founder, SMaRT Health and Wellness
Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon & Sports Medicine Specialist
Dr. Ryan S. Labovitch is a nationally respected, board-certified orthopedic surgeon with an additional board certification in sports medicine. With a surgical focus on arthroscopy of the shoulder and knee, as well as comprehensive orthopedic and fracture care, Dr. Labovitch brings over two decades of clinical expertise and an unwavering passion for helping people live life at their fullest potential.
Since beginning his practice in Orange County in 2007, Dr. Labovitch has provided exceptional care to patients of all ages, from weekend warriors to elite athletes—serving as a trusted provider for numerous high school, collegiate, and club sports programs across the region. His approach is shaped not only by his advanced training, but also by a personal commitment to staying active, pushing his own physical limits through adventure and endurance sports such as cycling, running, and backcountry ski touring.
Born and raised in Southern California, Dr. Labovitch discovered his calling in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine during his undergraduate studies at the University of Arizona, where he worked as a student athletic trainer for NCAA Division I athletes. He earned his medical degree from the University of Vermont College of Medicine and went on to complete his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of California, San Francisco. He further honed his expertise with a prestigious sports medicine fellowship at the Aspen Foundation for Sports Medicine Education and Research, where he provided care for world-class skiers and mountain bikers, including members of the U.S. Ski Team.
As co-founder of SMaRT Health and Wellness, Dr. Labovitch has joined forces with longtime friend and colleague Dr. John Kwon to revolutionize musculoskeletal care. Their shared vision: an integrated, all-in-one health and wellness facility built to keep people not just healthy—but thriving in the game of life. An innovator at heart, Dr. Labovitch is committed to merging cutting-edge restorative therapies with personalized orthopedic care, ensuring each client has the tools and support to move pain-free and pursue the life they love.
Dr. Labovitch is one of the few orthopedic surgeons in the area to obtain a Certificate of added Qualification (CAQ) in Sports Medicine.
DID YOU KNOW
Dr. Labovitch’s practice has been built on an understanding of the motivation, sacrifice, and pain of all athletic endeavors at all ages including ultra-endurance athletes and weekend warriors. Dr. Labovitch continues to be active throughout our athletic community including mountain/road biking, hiking, skiing, and enjoying all the beauty that Southern California has to offer. He also enjoys the extremes of winter exploring the untouched powder of the British Columbia backcountry while ski touring. He continues to race locally and nationally at a variety of cycling events including Leadville 100.
Please enjoy a few of his pictures captured on his recent adventures rotating within this website and on Instagram.
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