Dr. Eric Sickinger, DO
Dr. Eric Sickinger, DO is a sports medicine specialist in Palm Desert, CA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from PHILADELPHIA COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE in 2012. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo and Eisenhower Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
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41990 Cook St Palm Desert, CA 92211Make an Appointment
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- Areas of ExpertiseDr. Sickinger specializes in the areas of Family Practice/OMT & Sports Medicine. • See board certifications
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About Me
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Dr. Eric SickingerBorn and raised in Southern California, Dr. Sickinger has been an athlete his whole life. His interest in sports accompanied him throughout his education and ultimately led him into the medical profession where...read more
Sports Medicine
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University Of Pittsburgh Medical Centers
Fellowship Hospital, 2016University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Fellowship Hospital, 2015Pacific Hospital Of Long Beach, California
Internship Hospital, 2014Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine
Medical School, 2012San Diego State University - B.s. Biology
Undergraduate School, 2008
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- Recipient of 2
hospital awardsView all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
91%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% higher than the national average
88%Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family15% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 5
hospital awardsView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
84%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home76%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well1% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 38
hospital awardsAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement
View all awardsAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
82%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% lower than the national average
75%Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family10% higher than the national average
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