MEET
DR GEORGE TISCHENKO
Orthopedic Surgeon

SPECIALTIES
LOCATIONS
Walnut Creek
PHILOSOPHY OF CARE
WHERE
Can I See Dr Tischenko?
WALNUT CREEK REDWOOD
2625 Shadelands Drive
Walnut Creek CA 94598Monday – Thursday
8:00 AM – 5:00 PMFriday
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
SERVICES
With Dr Tischenko
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.
RESOURCES
For Patients
DOCUMENTS
VIDEOS
SHOULDER IMPINGEMENT
ROTATOR CUFF TEAR
OSTEOARTHRITIS
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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”
Reviews
About Dr Tischenko
Dr Tischenko is extremely kind and caring. He has been very honest with the treatment that I needed and did not lead me astray for anyone’s benefits rather than my own. I appreciated his opinions and options that he gave. I highly recommend Dr Tischenko.
Has been a great orthopedic doctor for me. Helped me understand my the problems with my knee and treatment needed.
I have had a terrific experience with Dr. Tischenko as my orthopedist. He explains everything thoroughly and discusses the possible outcomes. He is very personal and really listens to my concerns. Truly a professional and caring doctor.
I have nothing but positives to say about Dr. Tischenko. He is thorough, patient, knowledgable, and humorous. I recommend him wholeheartedly.
Dr. Tischenko is a great doctor- He is extremely knowledgeable, kind and very helpful. Me and my whole family have been been going to him for many years. Thankful.
Nothing but 5 stars for Golden State Orthopedics and , if possible, 10 stars for Dr. Tidchenko! Almost look forward to my appointments !
I fell, broke my wrist and had to have a plate in it while traveling in Eastern Europe. As soon as I got home I saw Dr. Tischenko for all my follow-up care. He took X-rays and confirm my overseas surgery was well done and has provided excellent follow-up care, helping me get disability and then eventually agreeing to writer letters to support the overseas surgery when my insurer denied my claim saying I could have flown home with a dislocated and broken wrist. He’s also very good at explaining and answering questions th ion, especially when he didn’t do the initial surgery.
My wife and I have been going to see Dr T for years when our needs arise. He has done surgeries on both of us and the outcomes have been excellent. He is our go to orthopedic doctor in his specialty. He always has a very friendly professional demeanor when he greets you in the exam room and listens intently as to the reason for your visit and responds patiently in answering questions about your condition. He really has a genuine care for his patients and is highly regarded and respected by other doctors as well as RNs and hospital personnel. He’s a very likable orthopedic doctor due to his overall demeanor in treating his patients. He truly lives up to the Hippocratic Oath doctrine he took many years ago. Sharon and I thank you, Dr T.
Dr. Tischenko excellent Doctor. Very versed with regards to helping with knee problems. Would recommend very highly. James Derner
As always, my appointment with Dr. Tischenko was a success. I learned that my hips are in good shape, and by attending sessions with a therapist that Dr. Tischenko prescribed, and by doing the IT Band stretches and strengthening exercises at home, my tendinopathy of my gluteus mediums should improve
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Golden State Ortho Doctors are assisted by our clinical support teams which include Medical Assistants, X-Ray Technicians and more.
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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.
I’ve been seeing Dr Tischenko for about 20 years. He is fabulous, exceptional, and I recommend him to everyone!
Dr Tischenko made all the difference in the world to me. A wonderful man and group of people!