Dr. Robert A. Buckley, MD | Walnut Creek, CA | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Dr. Robert Buckley is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in treating conditions affecting bones, joints, muscles, and the skeletal system. He earned his medical degree from the University of Nevada School of Medicine and brings 39 years of experience to his practice. Dr. Buckley focuses on both general orthopedic surgery and specialized surgical procedures.

Dr. Buckley practices at Golden State Orthopedics & Spine in Walnut Creek, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Sutter Delta Medical Center. He treats patients with osteoarthritis and knee osteoarthritis, helping them manage joint pain and mobility challenges. His surgical expertise includes knee surgery procedures designed to restore function and reduce pain. Patients rate Dr. Buckley 4.5 out of 5 stars for his care and treatment approach.

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4.5

13 Ratings
39 years of experience
16 insurance plans accepted
University Of Nevada School Of Medicine
6 written reviews
2 specialties
1 area of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
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Dr. Buckley is a well trained physician with excellent people person skills, I feel so relaxed when I am at my appointments with him. I tend to forget about the discomfort that I am having at the time! Now that is some smooth med/therapy for you! Top of the line quality specialist. I recommend to anyone with ortho issues to seek his attention. You will not be disappointed !??????????????????????????. Yo go Dr. B.- ms. Regina L Charles

February 10th, 2023

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Dr. Buckley is an outstanding orthopedic surgeon! I was in incredible pain when I first went to see him and he immediately knew what to do. He brought instant relief to my pain without surgical intervention. Dr. Buckley was honest; compassionate, extremely knowledgeable of my condition, and he very patiently explained my options in easy to follow layman’s terms. I really don’t believe that there is a better orthopedic surgeon out there than Dr. Buckley. He is the best of the best. I am SO grateful that he is my doctor.

October 19th, 2022

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I was a patient of Dr. Buckley's when I needed a total knee replacement, before the surgery I was in pain 24 hours a day, Doctor Buckley explained the surgery process to my wife and I to a "T" and it was all he had explained, in a matter of time I was up and walking again with no pain. Doctor Buckley is a professional and a man with a great personality. I will always recommend Dr. Buckley to whom ever asks for a great Orthopedic Surgeon! Thanks Doc!!

August 12th, 2020

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Dr. Buckley is absolutely the best Dr I have been to. My shoulders were is bad shape from lifting weights in my twenties and thirties. He got me well enough to get back to work. I appreciate all he has done for me.

July 24th, 2020

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I had a wonderful experience when coming in to Dr. Buckley. He provided excellent professional and courteous care.

September 26th, 2018

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inow i belive there are some doctors,who cares more about the patient then anything else,he took me as a emergency patient,he explain what needs to be done.right away refer me to his partner for surgery,i would have like him to perfom the surgery but i needed trauma surgen due to multi fraction colorbone,how ever dr buckly made sure i been takeing care of all the way,i highly recomend dr buckly as one of best orthopaedic surgen.thank you dr bucky for been such a caring and kind doctor,we are proud to have you in our town.

April 29th, 2011

Golden State Orthopedics & Spine

2625 Shadelands DrWalnut Creek, CA 94598

Tel: (925) 939-8585

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Dr. Robert Arthur Buckley, MD	Dr. Neil Pathare, MD	Dr. Aaron K. Salyapongse, MD	Dr. Margaret Cooke, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.5 (13 Ratings)	5 (4 Ratings)	4.2 (26 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
39 Years of Experience	20 Years of Experience	25 Years of Experience	14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
	Speaks Spanish, Chinese, English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English
Walnut Creek , CA	Fairfield , CA	Pleasanton , CA	Pleasanton , CA
Med School: University Of Nevada School Of Medicine	Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine	Med School: Saint Louis University School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine
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Which hospitals is Dr. Robert Buckley affiliated with?: Dr. Robert Buckley is affiliated with Sutter Delta Medical Center.
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