Dr. Thomas Ferro is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon, founder of Nanoknee, and medical director of the Nano Clinic in Arroyo Grande, California. He is widely regarded in the medical community as the leader in providing breakthrough joint replacement technology on the Central Coast of California. Dr. Ferro performs a high volume of replacements each year.
Because Dr. Ferro is board-certified and fellowship-trained, our patients in Los Angeles, Arroyo Grande, and San Luis Obispo enjoy peace of mind knowing they have access to high-quality, comprehensive orthopedic care. He is certified in the specialty of orthopedic surgery – demonstrating his extensive training and commitment to excellence.
To obtain this certification, Dr. Ferro earned a four-year undergraduate degree, a four-year medical degree, and a residency learning the specialty of orthopedic surgery. From there, he pursued a rigorous fellowship – gaining additional clinical experience in joint replacement and adult reconstructive surgery.
He then applied for board certification, which is an optional step that not all physicians take. It involves passing a grueling examination to demonstrate his expertise, and he must take exams every several years to maintain his certification. He is dedicated to his specialty, committed to life-long learning, and held to the highest codes of ethics and performance.