Summary

Dr. Utku Kandemir is an orthopedic surgeon who has dedicated over three decades to treating complex bone and joint injuries. He earned his medical degree from Hacettepe Universitesi Tip Fakultesi and brings 33 years of specialized experience to his practice. Dr. Kandemir speaks Chinese and Spanish, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations throughout the San Francisco area.

Dr. Kandemir practices at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital And Trauma Center, with locations in San Francisco, California. His expertise includes treating leg fractures and arm fractures, particularly those resulting from falls and traumatic injuries. He utilizes advanced diagnostic imaging such as extremity X-rays to assess injuries accurately and employs therapeutic approaches including physical therapy and manual therapy to help patients recover mobility and strength. Patients consistently rate Dr. Kandemir highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 33 years of experience
  • 46 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, Spanish
  • Hacettepe Universitesi Tip Fakultesi
  • 9 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Utku Kandemir has 2 locations

UCSF Orthopedic Trauma Service

1500 Owens StSan Francisco, CA 94158

Limb Lengthening and Complex Reconstruction Center

1825 4th St # 5San Francisco, CA 94143

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Speaks Chinese, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
San Francisco , CARedwood City , CARedwood City , CARedwood City , CA
Med School: Hacettepe Universitesi Tip Fakultesi Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Utku Kandemir

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Viva Health Plan
  • Wellcare
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Utku Kandemir has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Utku Kandemir has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Congenital Hip Dysplasia
  • General Orthopedics
  • Herniated Disc
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Utku Kandemir 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

Medical School

Graduated from Hacettepe Universitesi Tip Fakultesi in 1993.

NPI Number

Utku Kandemir's NPI number is 1417901984.

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What languages does Utku Kandemir speak?
Utku Kandemir speaks Chinese and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Utku Kandemir affiliated with?
Utku Kandemir is affiliated with Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital And Trauma Center.

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