Dr. Zafar S. Khan, MD | Fountain Valley, CA | Orthopedic Surgery

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Dr. Zafar Khan is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in spine surgery with 28 years of experience treating patients with complex spinal conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. Dr. Khan is fluent in Spanish, Vietnamese, and English, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Khan practices at multiple locations throughout Fountain Valley and Newport Beach, California, with hospital affiliations that include UCI Health Fountain Valley, Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and Medical Center, and Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center. He focuses on treating spinal stenosis and back pain in patients of all ages, including children, teens, and pregnant women. His treatment approach includes physical therapy and strength training, and he utilizes spinal X-rays for diagnostic purposes. Patients have given him an average rating of …3.9 on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
3.9

39 Ratings
28 years of experience
71 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, Vietnamese, English
University Of Illinois College Of Medicine
11 written reviews
2 specialties
17 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
5 office locations
Male

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Dr Zafar Khan and his surgical team have performed an excellent surgery on me Diana I thank them very much and f eebetter

March 31st, 2019

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I saw Dr. Kahn last week, he recommended 4 surgeries. That will take a long time.

January 26th, 2019

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Dr. Khan assured me that I would be up and about in roughly 4 weeks. It has been two months and I am unable to walk without the assistance of a walker. I have a catheter to drain my bladder because I cannot urinate on my own. I didn't have these problems before the surgery. I regret ever having the surgery. I haven't seen or spoken to Dr. Khan since the surgery. I have seen his assistant but would very much like to speak to the surgeon that has ruined my life. I want and need answers.

January 1st, 2018

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Dr. Khan was my surgeon for my neck. Although I only had one appointment with him the other appointments with his assistant Brian have been great. Dr. Khan was great at the hospital also but Brian also followed up there. Would of loved to at least see Dr. while in hospital!

December 30th, 2015

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Great office staff. This is a very accomplished doctor. His assistant is wonderful as well. I had successful surgery with this doctor. He is gentle and patient and very exact about care. I highly approve of this entire office.

April 18th, 2015

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I had a appointment waited one hour and 45 minutes to see the doctor, Dr. khan spend 2 minutes with me. They are over booked and doctor seems in rush. Office staffs are very inexperienced.

December 31st, 2014

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Yes, Dr. Khan has a very busy office. But my wait was not long at all. I was called in and waited what seemed to be ten minutes. He spent a good hour with me answering all my questions and explaining with great detail what needed to be done to relieve my back pain. Never did I feel rushed. I was very impressed . Surgery is scheduled next week. I put myself in his hands and pray that this pain in my lower back and siatica in both legs disappeares after the surgery.

May 24th, 2014

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Doctor saw me for 3 minutes and rushed out the door. Didn't even examine me.

May 19th, 2013

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I was pleasantly surprised by Dr. Khan when I met him. He's a modern, progressive, American doctor with up to date facilities and an efficient staff. He's got an awful lot of patients, so follow up is a bit unpredictable, best to be proactive in pursuing follow up care.

March 21st, 2012

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DR.KHAN IS VERY PROFESSIONAL AND WILLING TO SPEND TIME WITH ME, WHEN HE IS ACTUALLY THE ONE OF I SEE AT MY APPT'S.I RELIZE THAT HE IS A SURGEON, HOWEVER, FEEL THAT HE SHOULD DO IS FOLLOW UPS WITH HIS PATIENTS AT THEIR APPTS. NOT HIS PHYSICIANS ASSISTANT.

April 12th, 2010

Coastline Orthopaedic Associates

8700 Warner Ave Ste 140Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Fountain Valley Regional Hospital And Medical Center

17100 Euclid StFountain Valley, CA 92708

Tel: (714) 966-7200

Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center

9920 Talbert AveFountain Valley, CA 92708

Tel: (714) 378-7000

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

1 Hoag DrNewport Beach, CA 92663

Tel: (949) 764-4624

Newport Coast Surgical Institute

20360 SW BIRCH ST STE 110NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660

Tel: (949) 991-1080

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Dr. Zafar Saleem Khan, MD	Dr. A. Michael Moheimani, MD	Dr. Brandon Ortega	Dr. Michael Klassen, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.9 (39 Ratings)	4.8 (194 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	4.9 (764 Ratings)
28 Years of Experience	49 Years of Experience	9 Years of Experience	37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese, English	Speaks English, Arabic		Speaks English
Fountain Valley , CA	Santa Ana , CA	Long Beach , CA	Monterey , CA
Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine	Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine and Public Health	Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California	Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA
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Arthritis
Arthroscopic Surgery (Arthroscopy)
Back Injuries
Back Pain
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Head and Neck Disorder
Infection
Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee Surgery (Knee Replacement Arthroplasty)
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Scoliosis
Spinal Cord Injuries
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Spinal Stenosis
Sports Injuries
Wounds and Injuries

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

Medical School

University Of Maryland School Of MedicineGraduated in 1998

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Is Dr. Zafar Khan accepting new patients?: Dr. Zafar Khan is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Zafar Khan's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Dr. Zafar Khan speak?: Dr. Zafar Khan speaks Spanish, Vietnamese, and English.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Zafar Khan affiliated with?: Dr. Zafar Khan is affiliated with Uci Health Fountain Valley.

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