Dr. Raymond Benjamin Raven, MD

Dr. Ray Raven, MD, MBA, MHCI, is a highly respected figure in orthopedic surgery, renowned for his extensive expertise and dedication to advancing healthcare. With triple board certifications in Orthopedic Surgery, Surgery of the Hand, and Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Dr. Raven brings a wealth of knowledge and specialized training, particularly in hand and upper extremity surgery.Originally from East Side San Jose, Dr. Raven pursued his academic journey at UC Irvine and UC San Francisco, earning degrees in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, and his medical degree, respectively. His pursuit of excellence led him to diverse international experiences in South Africa and Spain, where he focused on intricate wrist conditions and pediatric hand surgery during his postgraduate training.Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Raven is deeply committed to entrepreneurship and patient advocacy. He co-founded and led Orthopedic Surgery Specialists, overseeing the care of over 70,000 patients annually …and co-founding the OSS Health Network Foundation to support uninsured patients. His dedication extends globally through volunteer work in developing countries and advocacy efforts with Rocketship Education.As the CEO and co-founder of Smart Health & Wellness, Dr. Raven spearheads a revolutionary approach to medical care, emphasizing comprehensive musculoskeletal health, injury prevention, and wellness services. His vision is to establish global leadership in this domain, leveraging advanced technology and innovative therapies to provide patients with a seamless healthcare experience.An esteemed member of professional organizations like AAOS and ASSH, Dr. Raven is also a pioneer in digital education, having co-founded Handle, an educational web portal, and served as the first Deputy Editor for Social Media for the Journal of Hand Surgery. His leadership in orthopedics has earned him recognition as a Fellow of the American Orthopedic Association, with significant contributions to the COA board of directors.Combining his medical expertise with business acumen, Dr. Raven holds an MBA from UC Irvine and an MHCI from the University of Pennsylvania. He has leveraged his knowledge to transform his practice into a Clinically Integrated Network, driving growth and ensuring high-quality healthcare outcomes. Additionally, Dr. Raven’s innovation extends to medical device patents and contributions to health-tech companies.Outside of his professional endeavors, Dr. Raven finds joy in simple pleasures like chess, photography, mountain biking, and traveling with his wife, Despina. His remarkable journey reflects a steadfast commitment to advancing healthcare, championing education, and serving the community, establishing him as a true trailblazer in the healthcare industry.Under Dr. Raven’s leadership, Smart Health & Wellness is dedicated to empowering individuals to achieve their optimal health by bridging the gap between healthcare and wellness. With a multidisciplinary team, they deliver personalized services aimed at injury prevention, expedited recovery, and comprehensive post-surgery healing. Their vision is to redefine musculoskeletal health and wellness on a global scale, leveraging advanced technology and evidence-based practices to revolutionize the healthcare landscape and redefine the journey to wellness.

• Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center

Glendale Surgical Center

824 N Glendale Ave

Glendale

CA

91206

USA

+18185000523

• Hand Surgery
• Orthopedic Surgery
• Sports Medicine
• Orthopaedic Trauma

• Carpal Tunnel Decompression
• Occupational Therapy Evaluation
• Physical Therapy
• Lower Arm/Elbow/Wrist Fractures and Dislocations
• Hand Therapy
• Hand Vein Treatment
• Joint Manipulation (Hands On Adjustments)
• Fracture Fixation
• Leg Fractures/Dislocations
• Shoulder Dislocation
• Shoulder impingement surgery
• Shoulder Rehab
• Shoulder replacement surgery
• Shoulder Separation
• Knee/Hip/Shoulder Injections
• Shoulder rotator cuff repair
• Laser Fingernail Fungus Treatment
• Sports Injury Management
• Sports Medicine
• Sports Nutrition
• Sports Performance
• Sports Physicals
• Sports Therapy
• Sports Vision
• Advanced Sports Pre-Participation Evaluation
• Rehabilitation for Sports Injuries
• Pediatric and Adolescent Well Child Exams
• Pediatric Chiropractic Treatment
• Regenerative Injection Therapy (Prolotherapy)
• Regenerative Procedures
• Regenerative Stem Cell Therapy
• Regenerative Treatments
• Disc Regenerative Therapy
• Non-Surgical Spinal Regenerative Therapy

• Accepts Medicare
• Accepts Medicaid
• CIGNA PPO
• CIGNA Open Access Plus
• CIGNA HMO
• Aetna Choice POS II
• Aetna HMO
• Blue Cross CA PPO Prudent Buyer Large Group
• BCBS Blue Card PPO
• Blue Cross CA California Care Large Group HMO
• Blue Cross CA Select HMO
• Blue Shield CA PPO
• Health Net CA HMO Employer Group
• Health Net CA PPO
• Multiplan PPO
• UHC West SignatureValue Advantage HMO Value Network
• First Health PPO
• UHC Choice Plus POS
• UHC Options PPO
• Blue Cross CA Select PPO
• PHCS PPO
• Humana National POS
• Blue Shield CA Local Access Plus HMO
• Blue Shield CA Access Plus Savenet
• Aetna Managed Choice POS Open Access
• Health Net CA HMO SmartCare
• UHC Navigate HMO
• Blue Cross CA Priority Select HMO
• Blue Shield CA Access Plus HMO
• Blue Cross CA PPO Prudent Buyer Individual
• Blue Cross CA PPO Prudent Buyer Small Group
• Blue Cross CA Select Plus HMO
• Aetna Basic HMO
• Humana Choice POS
• Molina Mrktplace CA
• LACare
• Blue Shield CA Silver 70 PPO
• BS CA Platinum 90 PPO
• Aetna HMO Deductible Plan CA only
• Blue Cross CA Advantage PPO Preferred DirectAccess Plus
• Health Net CA HMO Whole Care Network
• Blue Shield CA Trio ACO HMO
• Blue Shield CA Bronze 60 PPO SHOP
• Blue Shield CA Platinum Local Access + HMO 25
• Blue Shield CA Bronze Full PPO 4500
• Health Net CA Individual and Family PPO
• Blue Shield CA Platinum Access+ HMO 25
• Blue Cross CA Vivity
• Health Net PureCare HSP Individual and Family Plans
• Health Net PureCare One EPO Individual & Family Plan
• Oscar Insurance CA
• BC CA California Care Small Group HMO
• Cigna Southern CA Select
• Anthem Advantage HMO
• Classic
• Health Net CA HMO
• Health Net CA HMO Excelcare
• Health Net CA HMO Wholecare
• Health Net EnhancedCare PPO Small Group
• Health Net SmartCare Network HMO Large Group
• Health Net SmartCare Network HMO Small Group
• MEDICA CHOICE WITH UNITEDHEALTHC
• UHC NAVIGATE PLUS POS
• UHC Nexus Open Access
• UHC Signature Value Focus
• UHC SignatureValue Alliance
• UHC SV Flex Tier 3
• Aetna Elect Choice EPO Open Access
• Aetna Innovation Health Aetna Premier Care Network Plus
• Aetna Open Choice PPO
• BCBS Pathway EPO
• BCBS Pathway HMO
• Blue Cross CA Anthem Advantage HMO
• Blue Cross CA California Care Small Group HMO
• Blue Shield CA Platinum 90 PPO
• Blue Shield of CA 2021 I&F PPO Plan
• HealthNet ExcelCare Small / Large Group
• HealthNet PPO EnhancedCare I&F
• Humana / ChoiceCare Network PPO
• LA Care
• Medica Choice With UHC
• Molina Marketplace CA
• Oscar Circle EPO CA
• Oscar Northern CA Cigna + Oscar Open Access Plus
• Oscar Select EPO CA
• Oscar Southern CA Employee
• UHC SignatureValue Advantage HMO - CA
• UHC SignatureValue HMO - CA
• Oscar CA Cigna + Oscar LocalPlus
• Oscar CA Cigna + Oscar Open Access Plus
• Blue Shield of CA Platinum 90 Trio HMO
• Capital Blue Cross/Wellspan Health PPO
• Blue Cross CA Pathway EPO
• Blue Cross CA Pathway HMO
• Aetna
• Anthem BCBS
• Cigna
• Health Net
• United Healthcare

• Fractures
• Dislocations
• Derangement
• and Sprains
• Intervertebral Disc Degeneration
• Lateral Epicondylitis
• Osteoarthritis
• Osteoporosis
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Rotator cuff syndrome
• Hand Arthritis
• Wrist Fractures
• Wrist Sprains
• Wrist Tendonitis
• Wrist/Hand Pain
• Scaphoid Fracture of the Wrist
• Sports Injuries of the Hand/Wrist
• Tumors of the Hand and Wrist
• Finger Arthritis
• Finger Sprain
• Trigger Finger
• Arthritis
• Elbow Arthritis
• Ankle Arthritis
• Foot & Ankle arthroscopy
• Foot Arthritis
• Flexor Tendinitis
• Shoulder impingement
• Shoulder and Clavicle Fractures
• Shoulder Arthritis
• Shoulder Injury
• Shoulder instability
• Shoulder Pain
• Shoulder rotator cuff
• Work-Related Shoulder and Knee Injuries
• Bone Defects and Bone Loss
• Bone Defects and Grafting
• Bone fracture and soft tissue damage
• Fractures in Children
• Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD)
• Lumbar / Lumbosacral Facet Arthritis