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Jose Antonio Acosta, MD

Specialties

  • Pain Medicine
  • Interventional Pain Management
  • Neuromodulation
NPI1962558882
LanguagesEnglish, SpanishHabla Español
Philosophy of care

My mission is to treat every patient as if they were my own family. I focus on improving quality of life by delivering compassionate, evidence-based care that restores function.

Expertise

Board-certified pain medicine expert with over a decade of experience, Dr. Acosta specializes in advanced, minimally invasive treatments for chronic pain. He trained at Cedars-Sinai and USC and has lectured at Stanford University. Known for thoughtful, individualized care, he helps patients manage conditions like fibromyalgia, migraines, arthritis, and complex nerve pain.

Key takeaways

  • Jose Antonio Acosta, MD: Pain Medicine Specialist at Los Angeles Orthopedic Surgery Specialists.
  • MD from University of California, Davis, School of Medicine.
  • Sees patients at Tarzana, Glendale, Encino, and Valencia.
  • Focus areas include epidural steroid injections, peripheral nerve blocks and stimulators, and spinal cord stimulation.
  • Accepting new patients. Call (323) 264-7600 to schedule, or book online.
Background

Advanced training in pain medicine.

Board-certified pain medicine expert with over a decade of experience, Dr. Acosta specializes in advanced, minimally invasive treatments for chronic pain. He trained at Cedars-Sinai and USC and has lectured at Stanford University. Known for thoughtful, individualized care, he helps patients manage conditions like fibromyalgia, migraines, arthritis, and complex nerve pain.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Acosta enjoys time with his fiancé, friends, and goldendoodle Gigi. He is passionate about hiking, HIIT workouts, exploring new restaurants, and attending sports events and concerts.

Education

Medical Degree
University of California, Davis, School of Medicine
Residency
Alameda Health System, Highland Hospital, Oakland, CA (Chief Resident)
Fellowship
Pain Medicine Fellowship, Stanford Health Care, Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine, Stanford

Certifications

  • Pain Medicine, American Board of Anesthesiology
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Fluoroscopy Radiation Safety Certification

Memberships & Associations

  • American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians (ASIPP)
  • American Academy of Pain Medicine (AAPM)
  • North American Neuromodulation Society (NANS)
Areas of expertise

What we treat in clinic.

  • Epidural steroid injections
  • Peripheral nerve blocks and stimulators
  • Spinal cord stimulation
  • Botox for chronic migraines
  • Radiofrequency ablation
  • Chronic musculoskeletal pain
  • Fibromyalgia and CRPS
  • Arthritis in knees, hips, shoulders, and back
  • Chronic migraines and nerve pain
  • Spinal stenosis and disc herniations
  • Neuromodulation (peripheral and spinal cord stimulation)
  • Fluoroscopic and ultrasound-guided injections

Where this specialist sees patients.

Returning LAOSS patients: start here.

Whether you're calling for a refill, a follow-up, or you're still in the recovery window after a procedure with Dr. Acosta, the path is short.

Already a patient?

Call our office. A real person answers.

Call (323) 264-7600 during business hours for prescription refills, follow-up appointments, or questions about your care. We don't have a patient portal; every concern reaches a real team member.

  • Refills, work/school notes, and result questions: handled by phone
  • Same-day callbacks for anything time-sensitive
  • Bilingual English / Spanish on every line, every office
  • Call (323) 264-7600, open Monday through Friday
Post-op questions?

After Your Surgery: read this first.

Our post-op guide covers what's normal in recovery, when to call us, and when to go straight to the ER. Honest information, no marketing fluff.

  • What pain, swelling, and bruising should look like day-by-day
  • Red flags that mean call the office, and red flags that mean ER
  • Wound care, weight-bearing, and PT timing for every common procedure
  • Open the guide at /after-your-surgery/

After-hours emergencies: call our main line at (323) 264-7600 and follow the prompts. For life-threatening symptoms (chest pain, difficulty breathing, sudden weakness, suspected infection with high fever), call 911 or go to the nearest ER, and have them call us.

From our Google reviews

What patients say about Jose Antonio Acosta

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  • “The office staff are very professional and kind. The back office and Dr. Acosta are the best. They made sure that I understood my procedure and made me comfortable throughout the process.”

    Jewel J.Google reviewTarzanaMar 2026

  • “Dr. Acosta is fantastic! He is personable and does not rush investigates what’s actually wrong and addresses the problem. Very good listener, which is rare in a doctor.”

    R. O.Google reviewValenciaSep 2025

  • “Dr. Jose Acosta is a very professional and attentive physician. He demonstrated an excellent bedside manner and conducted a thorough initial consultation. …”

    Ren R.Google reviewTarzanaFeb 2026

  • “Dr Acosta and all the staff at Los Angeles orthopedic surgery specialists are excellent. I receive great care in a timely fashion. They're caring and kind and I couldn't ask for a better doctor!”

    Google reviewerGoogle reviewValenciaMar 2026

  • “Dr. Acosta spent the time with me to understand what my needs are to stay out of the pain zone while I am waiting for surgery that will be done in May”

    Chris Q.Google reviewTarzanaFeb 2026

  • “Dr jose acosta patiently explains al procedure pertaining to my pain and how to ease my pain. Thank you.”

    Krozky L.Google reviewTarzanaMar 2026

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Jose Antonio Acosta, MD: FAQ.

  • Yes, Dr. Acosta is accepting new patients. You can book directly online or call (323) 264-7600.

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