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DR GEORGE TISCHENKO

Orthopedic Physician

SPECIALTIES

LOCATIONS

  • Walnut Creek

PHILOSOPHY OF CARE

“I truly enjoy being an orthopedic surgeon and taking the time to sit down with my patients to listen to their complaints and symptoms, diagnose, treat and follow their progress toward recovery.“

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GENERAL ORTHOPEDICS

Dr offers care for numerous general orthopedic conditions and problems including consultation, diagnosis and treatment.

TELEHEALTH

Dr offers TeleHealth consultations for patients who are not able to visit the office in person.

DR TISCHENKO'S DME STORE

Dr Tischenko has identified a list of products you will need at your pre-operative visit to assist in your recovery following your surgery.

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About Dr Tischenko

Dr. Tischenko applies skill and sensitivity daily to his practice. Personable and family-oriented, Dr. Tischenko is well respected for his ability to design solid treatment programs that get results.

Dr. Tischenko ensures new patients have their condition explained in detail, frequently with the use of models, diagrams, and/or handouts. He then discusses with the patient and family members the possible treatments. When a particular treatment is not proving to be effective for patients, he discusses alternative treatment programs in order to help patients through their injury or chronic problem.

Dr. Tischenko often manages his patients conservatively, without surgery initially. However, if surgery is indeed the best option, then it is clearly recommended. He understands the faith and trust that goes with allowing him to be your orthopedic provider, so he promises to do his best to uphold that trust in a professional and compassionate manner.

Dr. Tischenko’s ability to counsel patients in both English and Spanish adds to the personalized treatment he offers, and his dedication to the field is evident in the numerous presentations and publications authored.

  • EDUCATION:
    • 1974 – 1978 – University of San Francisco – BS
    • 1978 – 1983 – University of Cincinnati, College of Medicine – MD
  • INTERNSHIP: 1983 – 1984 – University of California, San Francisco, CA
  • RESIDENCY: 1984 – 1988 – University of California, San Francisco, CA
  • APPOINTMENTS: 1988 – 1989 – Assistant Clinical Professor of Trauma Orthopedics, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA
  • BOARD CERTIFICATION:
    • National Board of Medical Examiners, 1983
    • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery – Part I, 1989
    • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery – Part II, 1990
    • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery – Recertification, 2000
    • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery – Recertification, 2010

Compartment Syndrome After Intramedullary Nailing of the Tibia
Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, 72-A: 41-44, 1990

Treatment of Comminuted Femoral Subtrochanteric Fractures Using the Russell-Taylor Reconstruction Intramedullary Nail
Orthopedics, 14-2: 125-129, 1991

RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS:

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Literature Review, February 1985
Rheumatoid Foot and Surgical Intervention, Literature Review, May 1985
Ipsilateral Fractures of the Femur and Tibia, Clinical Series and Review, November 1986
Total Shoulder Arthroplasty, Clinical Series and Review, November 1986
Acquired Hip Subluxation and Dislocation in Cerebral Palsy, Clinical Series & Review, October 1987
Smith’s Fractures of the Distal Radius, A Clinical and Radiographic Review, May 1988

NATIONAL PRESENTATIONS:

Richard’s Resident Program, Memphis, TN, 8/87
“Total Shoulder Arthroplasty”

Texas Tech University and the Mexican Orthopedic and Traumatology Congress
CD. Juarez, Mexico and El Paso, Texas, 9/87
“Total Shoulder Arthroplasty”

American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery, New Orleans, LA, 2/90
“Compartment Syndrome After Intramedullary Nailing of the Tibia”

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Assisting the Doctor:

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Clinical Team

Golden State Ortho Doctors are assisted by our clinical support teams which include Medical Assistants, X-Ray Technicians and more.

Reviews Mean So Much!

Reviews mean so much to both the doctor providing care as well as to prospective patients. We appreciate your reviews!

Dr. T is not only a competent ally but is an excellent communicator and a warm human being. I’ve been seeing him for years and will stick with him and hope he never retires – at least while I’m of this world.
- Mei Sun L

I’ve been seeing Dr Tischenko for about 20 years. He is fabulous, exceptional, and I recommend him to everyone!
- Ann K

Dr Tischenko made all the difference in the world to me. A wonderful man and group of people!
- Cyndy P