4.4
5 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Frank Chen treats meniscus tears and osteoarthritis and performs bursa aspiration, bursa injections, and arthrocentesis. He practices orthopedic surgery and sports medicine and has 32 years of experience.
Dr. Chen earned his medical degree from Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and completed his residency at the Hospital for Joint Diseases Orthopaedic Institute. He is affiliated with Washington Hospital, Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford, and Stanford Health Care, and sees patients in Palo Alto, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Chen 4.4 out of 5.
Dr. Chen earned his medical degree from Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and completed his residency at the Hospital for Joint Diseases Orthopaedic Institute. He is affiliated with Washington Hospital, Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford, and Stanford Health Care, and sees patients in Palo Alto, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Chen 4.4 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 32 years of experience
- 52 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Hospital For Joint Diseases Orthopaedic Institute
- 1 written review
- 2 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Palo Alto Center
795 El Camino Real # 1Palo Alto, CA 94301 Tel: (650) 853-2943
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 - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 32 Years of Experience | 40 Years of Experience | 27 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| Palo Alto , CA | Redwood City , CA | Redwood City , CA | Redwood City , CA |
| Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University | Med School: University Of California Irvine School Of Medicine | Med School: The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont | Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Frank S. Chen
Medical Specialties
Dr Frank S. Chen has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr Frank S. Chen has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
32 Years Experience
Dr Frank S. Chen holds an expired medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Hospital For Joint Diseases Orthopaedic Institute.
Medical School
Graduated from Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University in 1994.
NPI Number
Dr Chen's NPI number is 1831293075.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How can I make an appointment with Dr Frank Chen?
- You can find contact information for Dr Frank Chen here on Vitals.
- Does Dr Frank Chen accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr Frank Chen has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr Frank Chen's office located?
- Dr Frank Chen's office is located at 795 El Camino Real # 1, Palo Alto, CA, 94301.
- Which hospitals is Dr Frank Chen affiliated with?
- Dr Frank Chen is affiliated with Washington Hospital, Lucile Salter Packard Childrens Hospital At Stanford, Stanford Health Care, Stanford Medicine Pediatrics, and Stanford Hospital.
- Does Dr Frank Chen accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr Frank Chen accepts on their Vitals profile.
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