Dr. Scott Tanaka, MD
Orthopedic Surgery*•Male•Age 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.
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3811 Valley Centre Dr San Diego, CA 92130Make an Appointment
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Specialties*
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Orthopedic Hand Surgery
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Board Certifications
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
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
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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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hospital awards
Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
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4% higher than the national average
5% higher than the national average
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How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
1% higher than the national average
1% higher than the national average
Compare with other Orthopedic Surgery Specialists
Compare Dr. Tanaka with our nearby Orthopedic Surgery Specialists at Southwest Healthcare Temecula Valley Hospital.
These providers are on the medical staff of Southwest Healthcare Temecula Valley Hospital.
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