Dr. Joseph Kou, MD is an orthopedic surgery specialist in San Ramon, CA and has been practicing for 10 years. He graduated from Wayne State University in 2002 and specializes in orthopedic surgery.Read his story
Muir Orthopaedic Specialists
5201 Norris Canyon Rd Ste 300
San Ramon, CA 94583
(925) 939-8585
Insurance Accepted
- Admar
- Aetna
- Affinity Health Plan
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Beech Street (Multiplan)
- Benefit Panel Services
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
- Blue Shield of California
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Top Care Areas
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Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
very high
more than 99% of peers
Foot Conditions
very high
more than 98% of peers
Achilles Tendinitis
very high
more than 96% of peers
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Dr. Kou's bio
This content was provided by Dr. Kou "Dr. Kou is among the best-trained orthopedic foot and ankle surgeons in the country, and has been in the field for more than 10 years. Orthopedic Surgery is an ever-changing field and the advances in foot and ankle care materials and technology have dramatically changed the way most Orthopedic Surgeons practice. Dr. Kou uses the latest in foot and ankle surgery technology and techniques. Dr. Kou comes to Muir Orthopaedic Specialists following a fellowship in foot and ankle reconstruction at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York, NY. Dr. Kou earned his Medical Degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan. He served his residency in Orthopedic Surgery at one of the busiest orthopedic centers in the country, William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan. His research results have been published and presented at several orthopedic conferences."
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Care Philosophy
This content was provided by Dr. Kou "As an orthopedic foot and ankle doctor, patient care, clear communication and education are of utmost importance to provide, you, the patient, the ability to make informed decisions regarding treatment of an orthopedic condition. I believe that the fundamental relationship between the doctor and patient be based on trust and a mutual understanding of the road to recovery.
Your health and the quality of orthopedic care you receive are my top priorities. I am proud of the excellent and comprehensive care that our group of orthopedic surgeons offer the community, and I strive to provide outstanding and timely orthopedic care while encouraging patients to take an active role in the process.
Dr. Kou provides state-of-the-art orthopedic care in an efficient and compassionate fashion, and his patients enjoy his down to earth bedside manner. Dr. Kou educates his patients on how and why their problem developed and on what conservative and surgical treatment options are available to them."
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1 Specialties
- Orthopedic Surgery
1 Board Certifications
- Orthopedic SurgeryAccredited by: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery*
69 Conditions Treated
- Achilles Tendinitis
- Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
- Ankle Fracture
- Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
- Ankle Sprains and Strains
- Autoimmune Diseases
- Back Pain
- Bone Disorders
- Broken Arm
- Bunion
- Bursitis
- Cancer
- Cervical Spine Myelopathy
- Chondrocalcinosis
- Chronic Pelvic Pain
- Complications of Joint Prosthesis
- Femur Fracture
- Foot Conditions
- Foot Fracture
- Foot Sprain
- Fracture
- Fracture of Hand (incl. Fingers)
- Gait Abnormality
- Ganglion Cyst
- Gout
- Hammer Toe
- Hand Conditions
- Hand Fracture
- Heel Spur
- Hip Fracture
- Intervertebral Disc Disease
- Joint Pain
- Knee Disorders
- Knee Sprain
- Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
- Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
- Limb Cramp
- Limb Pain
- Low Back Pain
- Lupus
- Morton's Neuroma
- Non-Traumatic Rupture of Achilles Tendon
- Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
- Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
- Osteoarthritis of Knee
- Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
- Osteochondritis Dissecans
- Osteopenia
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Pseudoarthrosis
- Pyogenic Arthritis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Scoliosis
- Sever's Disease
- Shoulder Dislocation
- Shoulder Disorders
- Sjögren's Syndrome
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spine Deformities
- Spine Disorders
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spondylosis
- Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
- Tibia and Fibula Fractures
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27 Procedures
- Ankle Arthroscopy
- Ankle Replacement
- Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
- Excision of Tibia or Fibula
- Foot and Ankle DislocationTreatment, Open
- Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
- Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
- Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
- Fracture Care
- Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Hip Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Closed
- Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Open
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Drainage
- Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
- Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
- Knee Surgery
- Nerve Block, Somatic
- Neuroplasty
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
- Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
- Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
- Steroid Injection
Background Check
0 Malpractice Claims
No malpractice history found for California.
0 Sanctions
No sanctions history found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
0 Board Actions
No board actions found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
Education
- University of Michigan / Ann ArborUndergraduate School | Graduated 1998
- Wayne State UniversityMedical School | Graduated 2002
- William Beaumont HospitalInternship Hospital | Completed 2007
- William Beaumont HospitalResidency Hospital | Completed 2007
- Mount Sinai School of MedicineFellowship Hospital | Completed 2008
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Media & Publications
Dr. Kou has no media or publications listed.
Languages Spoken
- English
Memberships & Professional Affiliations
- California Orthopaedic Association, Member
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