High Desert Orthopedics is an orthopedic practice in Apple Valley, California, founded by Rama Pathi in 1986. The practice is described as a recognized leading orthopedic practice in the High Desert and treats a range of orthopedic, sports medicine, hand surgery, and work-related injuries through Workman's Compensation. Source notes state that Dr. Pathi completed a fellowship in orthopedics, sports medicine, and hand surgery, was the first physician in the High Desert to be board certified in orthopedic surgery and hand surgery, and has contributed publications and national scientific presentations in orthopedics and sports medicine.