Dr. Lance S. Estrada

About the Doctor

Dr. Lance S. Estrada is a board-certified orthopedist with over 21 years of experience, specializing in orthopedic sports medicine and general orthopedics. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Alabama Medical Center. Currently practicing in New Orleans, Louisiana, as part of Oano LLC, he is affiliated with Touro Infirmary and Jefferson Ambulatory Surgery Center. Dr. Estrada has received the Patient’s Top Choice award, with a 5/5 patient rating based on 178 reviews. Patients consistently praise his attentive listening, clear explanations, compassionate approach, and significant skill, noting effective treatment outcomes and a positive overall experience with his office staff. He is recognized as an expert in 11 conditions, including knee replacement, arthritis, lower back pain, and inflamed tendons of the upper body. He is currently accepting new patients.

• Over 20 years of experience in orthopedics and sports medicine

• 5/5 patient rating with Patient’s Top Choice recognition from 178 reviews

• Expert in joint replacement, arthritis, back pain, and tendon disorders

• Affiliated with Touro Infirmary (High Performing in Back Surgery)

• Accepts new patients; accepts Cigna, United Healthcare, and multiple Medicaid plans

Education & Training

Medical School – Tulane University School of Medicine
Residency – University of Alabama Medical Center, Orthopaedic Surgery (1999–2004)
Fellowship/Additional Training – None listed (subspecialty in Orthopedic Sports Medicine noted)

Medical Conditions Treated

• Osteoarthritis of the knee, hip, and shoulder

• Knee pain and injuries (meniscus tears, ligament sprains, patellar disorders)

• Hip replacement (degenerative joint disease, avascular necrosis)

• Knee replacement (primary and revision)

• Lower back pain (mechanical, degenerative disc disease)

• Inflamed tendons of the upper body (rotator cuff tendinitis, biceps tendinitis, tennis elbow)

• Arthritis (rheumatoid, post-traumatic, degenerative)

• Sports-related injuries (ACL tears, shoulder dislocations, stress fractures)

• Bursitis and joint inflammation

• Fractures and dislocations (general orthopedic trauma)

Medical Procedures Performed

• Total knee replacement (primary and revision)

• Total hip replacement (primary and revision)

• Arthroscopic surgery of the knee (meniscectomy, ligament reconstruction, chondroplasty)

• Arthroscopic shoulder surgery (rotator cuff repair, labral repair, subacromial decompression)

• Joint aspiration and injection (corticosteroids, viscosupplementation)

• Fracture fixation (open reduction internal fixation – ORIF)

• Tendon repair (upper and lower extremity)

• Bursectomy and soft tissue excision

• Spinal injection referrals or conservative back pain management

• Treatment of sports injuries (immobilization, physical therapy coordination, surgical repair)

Services Offered

Dr. Estrada provides comprehensive orthopedic care for patients with degenerative joint conditions, sports injuries, and general musculoskeletal problems. He offers thorough evaluations including physical examination, imaging review (X-ray, MRI, CT), and discussion of all treatment options, from conservative management to advanced surgical interventions. For patients with arthritis of the knee or hip, he performs total joint replacement using modern techniques to relieve pain and restore function. Arthroscopic procedures are used to treat meniscus tears, ligament injuries, and shoulder impingement with minimally invasive techniques that reduce recovery time. He also manages tendonitis, bursitis, fractures, and lower back pain, often coordinating with physical therapists and pain specialists. Dr. Estrada is known for taking time to listen, explain clearly, and ensure patients feel valued and understood. His office staff is praised for professionalism and helpfulness.

• Orthopedic consultation for joint pain, arthritis, sports injuries, and back pain

• Total hip replacement and total knee replacement

• Arthroscopic knee and shoulder surgery

• Non-surgical management (physical therapy, bracing, injections, activity modification)

• Fracture care and trauma surgery

• Tendonitis and bursitis treatment (injections, therapy, surgical release if needed)

• Lower back pain evaluation and conservative treatment (referrals for epidural injections or spinal surgery if indicated)

• Preoperative optimization and postoperative rehabilitation planning

• Sports medicine services for athletes of all levels

Accepted Insurances

• Amerihealth Caritas (Medicaid)

• Cigna (PPO)

• Elevance (EPO, HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Louisiana State Medicaid (Medicaid)

• United Healthcare (HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS, PPO)

Practice Locations

Address: 3434 Prytania Street, Suite 430, New Orleans, LA, 70115
Phone: (504) 899-6391

Hospital Affiliations

• Touro Infirmary (New Orleans, LA) – High Performing in Back Surgery (Spinal Fusion)

• Jefferson Ambulatory Surgery Center (Metairie, LA)