Credentials & Training

Dr. Daniel C. Allison has received numerous honors as a leading physician in the fields of orthopedic oncology and advanced joint reconstruction. Very well respected by peers and patients alike, Dr. Allison has held leadership roles at multiple prestigious medical institutions throughout his career, including Cedars-Sinai’s Orthopaedic Center, where he has practiced for the past six years. As an orthopedic oncology and advanced reconstruction expert, he specializes in soft tissue and bone tumors of the musculoskeletal system, deterioration of important joints, and complex orthopedic trauma.

Current Professional Appointments

• Assistant Professor of Surgery, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, 2012 to present
• Assistant Director of Orthopedic Oncology, Cedars-Sinai Sam Oschin Cancer Center, 2012 to present
• Clinical Associate Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine, 2012 to present
• Co-Director of Orthopedic Oncology, Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles, 2015 to present

Education & Training

• Fellowship, Orthopedic Oncology & Complex Reconstruction, University of Southern California + Los Angeles County Med. Center, 2007-2008
• Residency, Orthopedic Surgery, University of Southern California + Los Angeles County Medical Center, 2003-2007
• Internship, General and Orthopedic Surgery, University of Southern California + Los Angeles County Medical Center, 2002-2003
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) with Honors, Baylor College of Medicine, 2002

Previous Appointments

• Assistant Residency Director, Orthopedic Surgery, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, 2013-2015
• Assistant Director of Orthopedic Oncology, University of Southern California Keck Medical Center, 2011-2012
• Chief of Pediatric Orthopedic Oncology, Los Angeles County General Hospital, 2008 – 2012
• Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Southern California, 2011-2012
• Assistant Director of Adult & Pediatric Orthopedic Oncology, Southern California Kaiser Permanente, 2008-2011

Honors & Awards

• Over 25 Circle of Friends Awards (from the patients of Cedars-Sinai)
• 2018 SuperDoctors Selection
• 2017 SuperDoctors Selection
• 2016 SuperDoctors Selection
• 2015 “Rising Star,” SuperDoctors
• 2014 “Rising Star,” SuperDoctors
• Fellow, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
• Member, Musculoskeletal Tumor Society
• Member, American Orthopedic Association
• Member, Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Medical Honor Society
• 2010 WOA Vernon Thompson Research Award
• 2008 RSNA Research Certificate of Merit
• 2006 USC Resident Basic Science Research Award

If you or a loved one is interested in learning more about Dr. Allison and what he can do for you, call (310) 730-8008.