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DR ERIC FULKERSON

Orthopedic Surgeon

Dr. Eric Fulkerson

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  • Walnut Creek

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In our practice, I am proud to see patients with severe injuries regain their function and independence after surgical treatment of their injuries.”

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About Dr Fulkerson

Dr. Eric Fulkerson is dedicated to patient excellence, commitment to quality patient care and contribution to medicine.

Patients recognize him for his hands-on approach to individual patient care and his unsurpassed dedication to excellence and innovation in orthopedic traumatology. Technology and experience are important, but are not everything; Dr. Fulkerson believes compassion is also a key ingredient to good medical care.

A graduate of Georgetown University School of Medicine and the University of California Davis, Dr. Fulkerson completed his internship and residency at NYU-Hospital for Joint Diseases, and gained experience as a trauma surgeon during his fellowship at Florida Orthopaedic Institute.

Leading the trauma team of nurses, resident physicians and support staff, Dr. Fulkerson is responsible for the initial resuscitation and stabilization of the patient, as well as ongoing evaluation. His goal is to ensure that patients who undergo orthopedic trauma surgery are able to return to normal functions despite the seriousness of their injuries.

The challenging nature of complex orthopedic injuries and the potential for returning patients to normal function led Dr. Fulkerson to specialize in the demanding field of orthopedic medicine. With the broad scope of his training and experience, his commitment for returning patients to their pre-injury state of activity and functioning is the driving force behind his passion for this specialty.

In keeping with his dedication to this field, Dr. Fulkerson has done a number of research projects and published extensively in many orthopedic areas, including orthopedic trauma surgery. As a resident, he was the recipient of the Senior Resident Research Award. He also is part of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society and is currently a reviewer for Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma. His knowledge and experience in many facets of orthopedics allow him to offer his patients the most advanced and individualized approaches to care.

He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the Orthopaedic Trauma Association, and the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society.

In his spare time, he likes to snowboard, mountain bike, go rock climbing, and read. He also enjoys gardening and growing his own produce.

  • Fellowship

    • Orthopedic Trauma

      Florida Orthopaedic Institute, Director: Roy Sanders M.D, Tampa, FL 2008

    • Research Fellowship, Orthopedic Surgery

      NYU-Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York, NY 2004

  • Residency

    • Resident Physician, Orthopedic Surgery

      NYU-Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York, NY 2019

  • Medical School

    • MD

      Georgetown University School of Medicine, , DC 2001

  • College

    • BS, Physiology

      University of California, Davis, 1996

Reviews

About Dr Fulkerson

Cali Girl
Apr 16, 2024
Google

Dr. Fulkerson is an awesome Ortho Doc, and you won't be disappointed with his care! Also, you will be very satisfied by how proficient and professional his staff is! I highly recommend this Ortho and PT facility.

Pablo A.
Mar 27, 2024
Google

Great Doctor, great service!

kent zimmerman
Feb 09, 2024
Google

10 years ago Dr. Fulkerson fixed my shattered broken tibia. Eventually I set away my cane. Ten years later I broke the same leg. Needless to say I knew who to call. We’re in the process of fixing it again.

Meg Hanna
Dec 30, 2023
Google

Dr. Fulkerson was very attentive and explained all of the details of my injury and the healing process

Laura Escover
Dec 13, 2023
Google

He is a great doctor! I like his energy. He also has a good bedside manner. I would recommend him anytime you need an orthopedic surgeon.

Miki Brinkman
Nov 30, 2023
Google

Dr Fulkerson is very personable and knowledgeable. He has helped me w/my tennis elbow.

Halima Shabudin
Aug 01, 2023
Google

Dr. Fulkerson performed the surgery on my leg and ankle following a fall. He did a great job and continues to listen carefully to my challenges with it. He is easy to talk with. Thanks Doctor and staff.

Melva Claridge
Jul 27, 2023
Google

I have a lot of respect for my orthopedist, Dr Fulkerson,. I appreciate him very much for saving my R femur and hip. Had a nasty fall in my bathroom floor 4 yrs ago and shattered my femur and hip. Had internal bleeding and Dr Fulkerson was the trauma physician on duty who did the surgery right away and inserted a Titanium Rod . I had pain occasionally in the injured area but he gave me steroid shots for that.. I find him to be nice and kind with reassuring demeanor. Thank you Dr Fulkerson. You are a gift to our community. Thank you for being my orthopedist .

Isabella Wilson
May 08, 2023
Google

I am an RN in Orthopedic surgical post-op and have heard great things of Dr. Fulkerson. Now going through the first hand experience of Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) surgery, with rodding of the tibia- I can without a doubt say Dr. Fulkerson is an amazing surgeon. This was my first time having surgery. With Dr. Fulkerson he took his time to address the process in a calm and professional manner. My leg is now stronger than ever. If you need trauma related surgery- GO TO DR. FULKERSON. Thank you Dr. Fulkerson, Gayle Fenner, and the Golden State Orthopedic Team.

Gary Getchell
Mar 02, 2023
Google

I had a complicated arm break, combined with a low level bone infection and Dr Fulkerson worked through the complications and placed hardware that solved the issues.

Yash Nyznyk
Dec 20, 2022
Google

Dr. Fulkerson and staff were personable and knowledgeable and took the time to respond to questions during each of several appointments. Highly recommended!

xiangdog Liao
Nov 01, 2022
Google

doctor are very caring and highly skilled professionals!

Robert Foley
Oct 28, 2022
Google

I was in the ER at John Muir Hospital when I met Dr. Fulkerson. I had suffered a spiral fracture of my left tibia and fibula. My daughter was also getting married in 45 days when this happened. Dr. Fulkerson put me at ease and assured me I would walk my daughter down the aisle on her big day. Everything he assured me that would happen happened. I walked her down the aisle as promised. I can’t say enough about Dr. Fulkerson and his surgical skills and bedside manner.

Demarionte Smith
Oct 04, 2022
Google

Dr. Eric W. Fulkerson is amazing i had a really bad car accident in march of 2018. Broke my right leg in 3 places. Dr. Eric W. Fulkerson is god sent i do not know where i would be without him thank you so much

Aura Carrillo
Oct 01, 2022
Google

I’m so grateful with Dr. Eric Fulkerson, he fixed my ankle after fracturing it really bad in a car accident (Pilon fracture) He did two surgeries, 2 months after the second surgery I started walking. I’m so so grateful he fixed my foot, I will always be grateful for helping me. Thanks Dr. Fulkerson you’re my hero.🙏

pauline lozano
Sep 19, 2022
Google

I absolutely love Dr Eric Fulkerson he has been there for me over the last 5yrs guiding me through some very rough times regarding the health of my well being, addressing my issues with care and confidence. He LISTENS to me anytime I asked for help. He’ll remedy the problem proficiently he is also was willing to refer me in the right direction when I needed a surgery he did not perform. HE IS my “GO TO GUY” !! Whenever I have a new orthopedic issue which happened recently (I’m back to being under his care) no matter how long the in between time is he’s still there for me with his warm smile, kindness and professional opinion he acts upon. In my mind there’s not an ortho problem he can’t fix or refer you in the right direction I would greatly refer Dr Fulkerson at Muir Orthopedics to anyone with orthopedic problems, he does not disappoint under any circumstances so if you’re in an ortho discomfort state please have your primary care doctor write a referral for you to go see “HIM” it’s the best decision you can make...love you doc and thank you so much for everything you do !!! Sincerely...Pauline Lozano Rudy

Marchelle Pettiford
May 23, 2022
Google

I had a bad car accident about three years ago. I had a lot of broken bones and one of them was my pelvis. I remember them saying I wouldn’t walk again and if I did it will take a while. Well, I had surgery on my pelvis by Dr. Fulkerson and my recovery was excellent. I couldn’t walk for three months after the surgery, but once he removed the bars that were sticking out of my pelvis I was able to start my physical therapy. When the bars were removed it was very painful because I wasn’t on any medication, but I asked to not be put under. Within a month or so I was walking. Today I am walking and even sometimes running lol. I want to thank Dr. Fulkerson, the rest of the doctors, and the nurses that worked on me. I’m truly thankful and blessed.

Stacy Stierwalt
Dec 28, 2021
Google

Dr Fulkerson & Gayle Fenner were fantastic!! They spent lots of time with my daughter and were very kind. I interacted mostly with Gayle and she was so wonderful!!! Responded to emails quickly, was very kind during visits & thorough. Had very good advice. I felt in good hands! I would definitely see them again!! Thanks for taking good care of my daughter!!

Carl Ashcroft
Sep 09, 2021
Google

I’m walking proof of the expertise and professionalism of Dr Fulkerson and his crew.

Martha Shogren
Jul 10, 2021
Google

Dr. Fulkerson listened carefully to my concerns and gave his honest opinion about my hip and the age of a possible break now healed. I had fallen and he was asked to give a second opinion. He was extremely polite and caring, which I appreciated very much.

Pooja A.
May 15, 2017
Yelp

I can't Dr Fulkerson enough for his time, care and treatment. I had a very bad shoulder injury and Dr Fulkerson and his team took amazing care of me during and post Op. I cannot say enough good things about his team. Always smiling, attentive and answering all questions we had. I have seen the wrong kind of doctor before i could trust Dr Dr Fulkerson and I can't be more thankful to him. I know I am in good hands with his team.

Laurie Z.
Aug 25, 2016
Yelp

I had written a tip prior but now that my daughter's legal matter regarding her car accident has settled, I wanted to write a longer review. My daughter, at 17 years of age, was hit head on by another driver who entered her lane. It took almost an hour for emergency personnel to extricate her from the car. She suffered a compound fracture of her leg. She was transported to John Muir Hospital and luckily Dr Fulkerson was on duty as the orthopedic trauma surgeon that evening. She was taken to the operating room where the bone was cleaned and stabilized. She later returned to the operating room the day after for hardware to be placed to hold the bone in place so it could heal. I want to emphasize that while she entered the operating room with a bone that was covered in road dirt, she exited the operating room with actually no infection.  Because of Dr Fulkerson's skill, she now leads a normal life. I know it is frustrating to wait for a doctor to come into the exam room, not give you the lengthy detailed explanations you seek..but if you are under Dr Fulkerson's care on the worst day of your life (after suffering an orthopedic trauma )....be glad that he is on duty!

Nick B.
Jun 03, 2016
Yelp

Thank you to all my friends at Muir Ortho. Dr. Fulkerson did a great job fixing my shoulder. Physical Therapists (Rhonda, Robinson, Mario, Armando, etc.) all did a great job helping me with the rehab. Everyone in Physical Therapy is really friendly (Therapists, interns, and the ladies at the front desk). And a special thank you to my friend Dr. Lewis.

Miguel O.
Aug 02, 2014
Yelp

One of the best physicians I ahve ever had, terrible to have to meet him after a truamatic event but fortunate nonetheless.  Very compassionate, caring.  He came in to follow up afer surgery in the middle of the night.  I had left the flatscreen TV on and rather than turn the light on and wake me up, he examined me there and as I woke up he apologized for disturbing me.  Really a great physician. Miss  him terribly now that I have moved away.

Dan G.
Mar 12, 2013
Yelp

Great service.

Assisting the Doctor:

Fenner, Gayle PA-C
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

Physician Assistants are highly skilled medical professionals. Dr. Fulkerson is joined by Gayle Fenner, PA-C to provide the highest standard of care.

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I’m walking proof of the expertise and professionalism of Dr Fulkerson and his crew.
- Carl A

Dr. Fulkerson listened carefully to my concerns and gave his honest opinion about my hip and the age of a possible break now healed. He was extremely polite and caring, which I appreciated very much.
- Martha S

I was referred to Dr Fulkerson by a friend, I am recouping now but all in all felt he and Gayle were great to deal with. Just hope I don’t have to see them again!:)
- Scot D