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Dr. James Chen, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*MaleAge 47

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. James Chen, MD is an orthopedic surgery specialist in San Francisco, CA and has over 17 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Chen has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery and Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from University of California, Davis School of Medicine in 2006. He is affiliated with medical facilities Saint Francis Memorial Hospital and St. Mary's Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. James Chen, MD

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450 Stanyan St San Francisco, CA 94117

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  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
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Darcy – Sep 22, 2023
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  • Explained conditions well
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  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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What went well
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  • Appointment wasn't rushed
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What went well
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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  • Appointment wasn't rushed
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
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  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
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  • Explained conditions well
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  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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What went well
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  • Explained conditions well
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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What went well
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  • Appointment wasn't rushed
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Linda B in Novato, CA – Jan 25, 2017
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Susan in Alameda, CA – Dec 26, 2016
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  • Appointment scheduling
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  • Appointment wasn't rushed
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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Wayne H in San Francisco, CA – Dec 17, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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Sebastian in SF, CA – Dec 02, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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Joseph Campos in San Francisco, CA – Nov 15, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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Chris Hulshof in San Francisco, CA – Nov 12, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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Christina in San Francisco, CA – Nov 04, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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About Me

Care Philosophy

I strive to help patients return from injury or disability to an active lifestyle, specific sport, or hobby. I believe in tailoring a patient's care to...Read more

Biography

James Chen, MD is a board-certified general orthopaedic surgeon practicing in San Francisco. He earned his MPH at Cal Berkeley and his MD from Cal Davis....Read more

Specialties*

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Sports Medicine

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Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery

University of California San Francisco

Fellowship Hospital, 2012

University Of Hawaii Queens Medical Center

Internship Hospital, 2007

University of California, Davis School of Medicine

Medical School, 2006

Swarthmore College

Undergraduate School, 1998

  • English
  • Chinese
  • Mandarin
  • Mandarin
  • Spanish

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    What are Dr. James Chen, MD's top areas of expertise?

    Dr. James Chen, MD specializes in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery and Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. See more on Healthgrades.

    What is Dr. James Chen, MD's office address?

    Dr. Chen's office is located at 450 Stanyan St, San Francisco, CA 94117. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

    What languages does Dr. James Chen, MD speak?

    Dr. James Chen, MD is fluent in 5 languages: English, Chinese, Mandarin, Mandarin, and Spanish.

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    Locations

    Practice

    St. Mary's Medical Center450 Stanyan St San Francisco, CA 94117
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    Practice

    San Francsico Surgery Center450 Sutter St Rm 500 San Francisco, CA 94108
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    Saint Francis Memorial Hospital

    900 Hyde St
    San Francisco, CA 94109
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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    St. Mary's Medical Center

    450 Stanyan St
    San Francisco, CA 94117
    Recipient of 11
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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