Tze C. Ip, M.D.

About Dr. Tze C. Ip

As a native of Orange County, Dr. Ip grew up in Irvine, California. He obtained his undergraduate education at the University of California, Los Angeles where he graduated with a B.S. degree in biology. He attended medical school at the University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio. Dr. Ip graduated at the top of his class and was a member of Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. He subsequently returned to California for his orthopaedic surgery residency at UCLA Medical Center.

It was at UCLA that Dr. Ip developed his interest in hand surgery, and he went on to complete a Hand and Microvascular fellowship in New York City at the prestigious Hospital for Special Surgery. Dr. Ip returned to Orange County to joint Newport Orthopedic Institute in 2003, and enjoys the opportunity to serve the community that he grew up in.

Dr. Ip is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and also holds a Certificate of Added Qualification in Hand Surgery. He is an active member of the American Society of Surgery of the Hand and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Ip is a well-recognized expert on the treatment of complex wrist and hand fractures and injuries. He travels throughout the country by invitation to instruct orthopaedic surgeons and residents on the latest surgical techniques for hand and wrist fractures.

Education Medical Education - University of Texas - San Antonio (Medical Doctor)
Internship - UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center (General Surgery)
Residency - UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center (Orthopaedic Surgery)
Fellowship - Hospital for Special Surgery (Hand Surgery)