Summary

Dr. Cheng holds a special interest in the evaluation and conservative management of degenerative spinal disorders and is skilled in a wide array of interventional pain management procedures (fluoroscopic and ultrasound guided). He is board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine and Pain Medicine. He is a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) for the state of California and treats industrial musculoskeletal injuries on a regular basis.

In addition to treating sports related injuries, Dr. Cheng has a keen interest in the functional performance enhancement of athletes as well as proper training methods to prevent recurrence of injury. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association and is a Certified Sports Performance Coach through USA Weightlifting.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 24 years of experience
  • 31 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Midwestern University-Arizona College Of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 3 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Ernest Yadao Cheng has 6 locations

Cheng Ernest Y Medical Group

2320 Woolsey St Ste 201Berkeley, CA 94705
Mon10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri10:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Surgery Center Of Oakland

80 Grand Ave Ste M-1Oakland, CA 94612
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Webster Outpatient Surgery Center

200 Porter Dr Ste 100San Ramon, CA 94583
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Hacienda Surgery Center

4626 Willow Rd Ste 100Pleasanton, CA 94588
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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24 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Berkeley , CAFresno , CASan Francisco , CAMill Valley , CA
Med School: Midwestern University-Arizona College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Tehran University Of Medical Sciences Med School: The University Of Texas School Of Medicine At San Antonio Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ernest Yadao Cheng

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • 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
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Independent Health
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ernest Yadao Cheng has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ernest Yadao Cheng has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Pain
  • Electrodiagnosis
  • EMG/Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Hip Disorders
  • Injury
  • Lower Back Pain
  • Neck Pain
  • Nerve Block
  • Nerve Damage
  • Pain Medicine
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Prosthetics
  • Rehabilitation
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Spinal Injections
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery Recovery

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Dr. Ernest Yadao Cheng holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

PositionStateYearStatus
Doctor Of OsteopathyCalifornia2027Active

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Midwestern University-Arizona College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2002.

NPI Number

Dr. Cheng's NPI number is 1457558595.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Ernest Cheng speak?
Dr. Ernest Cheng speaks English and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ernest Cheng?
You can find contact information for Dr. Ernest Cheng here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Ernest Cheng accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Ernest Cheng has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Ernest Cheng's office located?
Dr. Ernest Cheng's office is located at 2320 Woolsey St Ste 201, Berkeley, CA, 94705.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ernest Cheng affiliated with?
Dr. Ernest Cheng is affiliated with San Ramon Regional Medical Center.

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