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Dr. Scott Tanaka, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*MaleAge 43

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. Scott Tanaka, MD is an orthopedic surgery specialist in San Diego, CA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Tanaka has extensive experience in Hand & Wrist Surgery and Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 2008. He is affiliated with medical facilities Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego and Sharp Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Scott Tanaka, MD

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3811 Valley Centre Dr San Diego, CA 92130
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Leslie – Feb 27, 2024
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Pankajam – Jan 26, 2024
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Jan 18, 2024
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Biography

Dr. Scott Tanaka, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in San Diego, CA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Tanaka has extensive...Read more

Specialties*

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

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Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery

Indiana Hand To Shoulder Center, Indianapolis, In

Fellowship Hospital

University of California - Davis

Undergraduate School

Indiana Hand Center

Fellowship Hospital, 2014

Indiana Hand Center|Indiana Hand To Shoulder Center, Indianapolis, In

Fellowship Hospital, 2014

Atlanta Medical Center

Residency Hospital, 2013

Atlanta Medical Center

Internship Hospital, 2009

Tulane University School of Medicine

Medical School, 2008

UC Davis

Undergraduate School, 2003

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    Dr. Scott Tanaka, MD specializes in Hand & Wrist Surgery and Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. See more on Healthgrades.

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    Dr. Tanaka's office is located at 3811 Valley Centre Dr, San Diego, CA 92130. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

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    Locations

    Practice

    Scripps Clinic Ambulatory Surgery Center3811 Valley Centre Dr San Diego, CA 92130
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    Scripps Clinic Mission Valley

    Scripps Clinic7565 Mission Valley Rd San Diego, CA 92108
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