Los Alamitos Dr. Perry Secor Named Medical Honoree for the Jingle Bell Run/Walk For Arthritis, December 7th

The Arthritis Foundation, Pacific Region, has named Perry R. Secor, M.D., Medical Honoree for the 2014 Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis. Dr. Perry R. Secor is a Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in joint replacements, knee and hip reconstructive surgeries, arthroscopic procedures and interarticular repairs. He is also a proponent of osteoporosis management and bloodless surgical procedures. Dr. Secor believes that every patient is an individual and that he will find the best solution for their unique need.



 Dr. Secor graduated with highest honors from the University of California, Davis earning a Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering. He earned his medical degree and took his surgical internship at UCLA School of Medicine. His Orthopaedic training was completed at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. He is a Diplomate, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeon, a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, and the American College of Surgeons.

He is also a member of the California Medical Association, and the American Medical Association. Dr. Secor is involved in the academic community and is currently serving as the Clinical preceptor for the Physicians Assistant Program at University of Southern California. Along with his affiliations with Los Alamitos Medical Center, Long Beach Memorial Medical Center, Lakewood Regional Medical Center and Los Alamitos Surgery Center, Dr. Secor also runs his own practice and clinic through the Los Alamitos Orthopaedic Medical and Surgical Group. He is dedicated to providing the highest level of care for each and every one of his patients. His reputation and respect has been garnered from the compassion and care he indulges to everyone.

The 3rd annual Jingle Bell Run/Walk is a great way to celebrate the season of giving! Get in the holiday spirit by coming in costume and tying jingle bells to your shoelaces! The Arthritis Foundation expects hundreds to participate in the Orange County Jingle Bell 5K Run/Walk this year on Sunday, December 7th, 2014, starting at 8:00 AM at the Crown Valley Community Park, 29751 Crown Valley Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA, 92677. Chosen as one of the Most Incredible Themed Races, the Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis is a holly jolly way to find a cure for nearly 53 million adults and 300,000 children with arthritis, the nation’s leading cause of disability.

Runners and walkers will enjoy live entertainment, Reindeer Games in the Kids’ Fun Zone, REAL SNOW, crafts, face painting, and the Rudolph Ramble, a 1K un-timed fun run for ages 2-12. The 2014 Jingle Bell Run/Walk Honorees will be on stage to share their stories. Youth Honoree Hudson Bryan, age 7, was diagnosed with juvenile arthritis when he was 4 years old. When not in pain, he likes to play soccer, swim and build Legos. Jeremy Matteson, Adult Honoree, is a physical therapist dedicated to rehabilitating his clients so they can achieve their maximum potential. Medical Honoree Perry R. Secor, M.D., is a board certified Orthopaedic Surgeon, specializing in joint replacement.

Registration begins at 7:00 a.m. and the opening program starts at 7:30 a.m. The timed 5K Run/Walk begins at 8:00 a.m. There will be a special Rudolph Ramble kids’ 1K Fun Run at 9:30 a.m. for ages 2-12 years. An awards ceremony will follow at 9:45 a.m.

Form a team and register today by visiting www.ocjbr.org. The registration fee is $45 for adults and $25 for children under 12 years.