Summary

Dr. Bobby Tay is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in surgery and orthopedic surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine and completed his residency at Jackson Health System. With 33 years of experience in orthopedic care, Dr. Tay brings extensive expertise to treating complex spinal conditions. He is fluent in Spanish and Russian, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Tay practices at UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights, with locations at the Spine Center in San Francisco, California. His clinical focus includes treating back pain in children and teens, back pain during pregnancy, and general back pain conditions. He incorporates physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy into his treatment approach to help patients achieve optimal recovery. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 stars, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 33 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Russian
  • Jackson Health System
  • 6 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 24 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Bobby K-B Tay has 2 locations

Spine Center

1500 Owens StSan Francisco, CA 94158

Spine Center

400 Parnassus Ave Ste A2300San Francisco, CA 94143

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San Francisco , CAFairfield , CAFairfield , CARedwood City , CA
Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: Touro University Nevada College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN MEDICAL SCHOOL
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Bobby K-B Tay

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare
  • Western Health Advantage
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Bobby K-B Tay has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Bobby K-B Tay has the following 24 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopic Surgery (Arthroscopy)
  • Arthroscopy
  • Back Injuries
  • Bone Fracture
  • Bone Transplantation
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • General Orthopedics
  • General Surgeon
  • Head and Neck Disorder
  • Herniated Disc
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Knee Surgery (Knee Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Spinal Fractures
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Spinal Injuries
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Sports Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Bobby K-B Tay holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Jackson Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine in 1993.

NPI Number

Bobby K-B Tay's NPI number is 1124065164.

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What languages does Bobby K-B Tay speak?
Bobby K-B Tay speaks Spanish and Russian.
Which hospitals is Bobby K-B Tay affiliated with?
Bobby K-B Tay is affiliated with Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights.
Where is Bobby K-B Tay's office located?
Bobby K-B Tay's office is located at 1500 Owens St, San Francisco, CA, 94158.

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