Second Dislocated Hip Led Carl to Treatment in Good Hands

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“Dr. Wong is so easy to talk to, just like a longtime friend or a neighbor you have lived next to for 30 years.”

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Many people research their orthopedic specialist when needing treatment. But when Carl Depew landed in the hospital for a dislocated hip, he did not have the luxury of choosing his surgeon due to the emergency. Little did he know that he was about to find a new friend, Dr. Wendy Wong.

Almost 25 years ago, Carl

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Different Person, Same Orthopedic Surgeon

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Different Person, Same Orthopedic Surgeon

Elizabeth knew exactly which surgeon she wanted to perform her wrist procedure after witnessing the care that Dr. Wong provided to her husband.

A family affair

What to Expect

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Two GSOS Physicians Named Bay Area Top Doctors in 2017

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Golden State Orthopedics & Spine physicians Dr. John Knight and Dr. Louay Toma were included as Bay Area “Top Doctors” in orthopedic surgery in the recently released San Francisco Magazine.

The 2017 list of Top Doctors in the Bay Area was determined by Castle Connolly Medical, a healthcare research company that aims to guide patients to the best hospitals and physicians in the country. Castle Connolly sifted through more than 930 doctors, who were nominated by their fellow physicians, to compile the list for 2017.

How They Were Rated

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Dr. Lee Talks to News 7 About Steve Kerrs Back Surgery Woes

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Suffering from nearly two years of complications from surgery, Warriors head coach Steve Kerr advised people on April 23 not to have back surgery, period. Kerr may miss the rest of the NBA Playoffs because of the agony he’s gone through after complications from surgery two years ago for a ruptured disc.

For the vast majority of people, GSOS spine surgeon Dr. Steven Lee told ABC’s News 7, “I would agree with Steve Kerr don’t do surgery.” He echoed Kerr’s advice to do rehab, rehab, rehab before ever considering back surgery.

“So, when people don’t respond to rehab, getting in shape, changing their lifestyle

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Learn About Yoga for Your Knuckles

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Learn About Yoga for Your Knuckles

Take it from Dr. Michael Sacco, cracking your knuckles is not harmful. In fact, it could be giving your fingers added range of motion.

Changing the stigma one pop at a time

Putting More Miles on Your Knees

Repairing a meniscus tear is becoming an increasingly popular treatment option. Dr. Bader shares information about the new tools and better training making it possible.

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Warriors Coach Kerr Says Avoid Back Surgery

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Warriors’ Coach Kerr Says Avoid Back Surgery

And our back surgeon Dr. Steven Lee agrees! In a News 7 segment he advised doing rehab, rehab, rehab first.

Alternative interventions before surgery

One Click and You’re There

Our patient portal allows you to quickly make an appointment, request prescription refills, pay a bill, view your records and stay in touch with your

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Get in the Game: This Year’s Pass to Play Event Is on July 29

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You Can’t Play Without a Medical Pass

Join us for our fifth annual Pass to Play event for youth athletes

Golden State Orthopedics & Spine’ annual event provides the required pre-participation evaluation for area athletes on school teams. Optional baseline concussion screenings by GSOS are available, as well as optional cardiac screenings provided in collaboration with American Medical Response (AMR) and the Darius Jones Foundation.

Select vendors will be on hand throughout the event with giveaways for participants.

Advanced registration is required.

When: Saturday, July 29, 9

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Summers Big Hit: Pass to Play

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Summer’s Big Hit: Pass to Play

Last year over 200 school athletes got their physicals at our annual event. Join the crowd July 29.

Register for physicals, screenings & giveaways

Cut the Avocado, Not Your Hand

Extremities expert Dr. Donald Lewis offers this and other great tips on sparing your hands from common injuries inflicted by belt sanders, hammers, falls and more.

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Get in the Game: This Year’s Pass to Play Event Is Just One Week Away!

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One Week Left – Are You Signed Up?

Join us for our fifth annual Pass to Play event for youth athletes

Golden State Orthopedics & Spine’ annual event provides the required pre-participation evaluation for area athletes on school teams. Optional baseline concussion screenings by GSOS are available, as well as optional cardiac screenings provided in collaboration with American Medical Response (AMR) and the Darius Jones Foundation.

Select vendors will be on hand throughout the event with giveaways for participants.

Advanced registration is required.

When: Saturday, July 29, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Where: GSOS Redwood Building, 2625 Shadelands Drive, Walnut Creek,

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Your Phone Is Such a Pain in the Neck

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Stop Bowing Down to Your Smartphone

The orthopedic phenomenon of “text neck” results from tilting your 10-13 pound head down to electronic devices every day.

4 tips for this pain in the neck

From No Problem to Disabling Pain

Herniated discs can result from age-related changes to the spine, heavy lifting, injury or being overweight. They occur more commonly in people ages 20-50 and can present mild discomfort to numbness and problems walking.

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