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Dr. Alberto Bolanos, MD

Dr. Alberto Bolanos, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Alberto Bolanos, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in San Mateo, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Stanford University in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mills-Peninsula Medical Center and AHMC Seton Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Practice

100 S San Mateo Dr Ste 424 San Mateo, CA 94401

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Dr. Bolanos' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bolanos

3.8
28 ratings, 8 with a written review
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Terrible experience
I met with Dr. Bolanos on September 3, 2024 and scheduled knee surgery for October 23, 2024. About 2 weeks prior to surgery called in with questions, left messages. No return call. Called his assistant several times unable to leave voicemails. Called twice after for supervisor left messages again no response. Day before surgery had to call again, on phone for an hour, no one available to take my call and was told my surgery was canceled. No explanation. Once again left messages with no response and amazingly they removed my access to my portal. The never called, emailed me nor responded to my portal messages. I printed out all information from my portal the day of scheduled surgery. Extremely unhelpful staff, extremely disrespectful of me as a patient and I had to find another medical professional.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Robert J. – Oct 25, 2024
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Right knee mcl - office staff
Had talked with Dr Bolanos & Nick ofc staff of surgery future WC injuries & RK mcl(NOT WC)9/25/23 surgery. Got a bill for $20,000.00,Sutterhealth saying surgery bill denied SHOWN as WC Claim. Sent email to office explained WC shouldnt have ANTHING to do with my right knee surgery. Called ofc spoke with Nick. I explained to nick medicare said need to put through bill again. Medicare said OFFICE had to have put something in order for them to try and bill WC. Nick's tone of voice was very short & disgusted. Rambled on the phone number for there billing office. I sent email saying Nick could have answered differently. **Sorry for the confusion about your bill, but can/should call are billing office and I'm sure we can get it corrected. I've worked in customer services for over 40yrs. and believe me we would get called on the carpet if reported to supervisor. I would not recommend Dr Bolanos office due to poor office mgmt. I'm sure there's other Sutterhealth doctors.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Oct 10, 2023
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Pleasant experience
Doctor fixed my knee and now I’m finally pain free. The whole experience from the first consultation to the after surgery follow up was great. Thank you!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Terry – Jun 16, 2022
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Best orthopedic doctor!
Extremely satisfied with my experience with Dr.Bolanos! He is a very professional, pays a lot of attention to the details and answered all my questions together with offering various treatment options. I saw a lot of doctors before, and he is definitely the best one!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 15, 2022
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I appreciate the high standards he sets for himself and his staff. I am confident that his treatment will produce the best results for my situation. He actually listens to my issues and tells me what he will do to improve my life.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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CA – Jan 29, 2019
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Dr. Bolanos is simply the best. I've trusted in him without reservation through multiple surgeries. He is impeccable, meticulous, trustworthy and kind, and I'm grateful to have found him. He will most surely help you return to the activities you love. His office staff is terrific.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Mary Blank in San Mateo – Jan 16, 2018
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He has replaced both my hips and both my knees. I wouldn't go to another surgeon, he's the absolute best!!! He never rushes you and always answers all your questions.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Marilynn in San Mateo, CA – May 08, 2017
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Dr. Bolanos is kind and caring in dealing with his patients. He makes you feel very comfortable and understood. I would not recommend his scheduler however. I was in significant pain and expressed that I had fallen and was afraid I broke and/or tore something in my knee. She said it would be a week till they could see me and expressed absolutely no compassion for my condition. I will say, I called back a few minutes later to ask for an alternative and the staff member who answered got me righ in
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
11 others found this helpful
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Walter Fishbaum in San Mateo, CA – Jan 14, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

My philosophy towards medicine is to treat the entire person, not the abnormality found on the x-ray. My professional training includes a fellowship in the surgical treatment of arthritis. I have spent my career focusing on improving the surgical...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Stanford University

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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  • California Orthopaedic Association, Member

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  • Effects of Osteoporosis on Callus Formation, 1995

  • A Simple Technique to Avoid Femoral Component Malpositioning in Total Hip Resurfacing Arthroplasty, 2011

  • A Comparison of Isokinetic Strength Testing and Gait Analysis in Patients With Posterior Cruciate-Retaining and Substituting Knee Arthroplasties, 1998

  • Intraarticular Histopathologic Changes Secondary to Local Lead Intoxication in Rabbit Knee Joints, 1995

  • Local and Systemic Lead Intoxication Secondary to Intraarticular Shotgun Pellet Cured with Arthroscopic Knee Debridement and Chelation Therapy: a Case Report, 1996

  • Comparison of Two-Point Discrimination and Stereognosis Testing of the Hands in Children with Cerebral Palsy, 1989

  • Articular Changes Resulting from Implanted Lead Exposure in Rabbit Knees., 1993

  • Ossifying Lipomas in the Knee, 1992

  • Retrieval Analysis of Constrained Condylar Tibial Components, 1997

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(650) 348-5400
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Mills-Peninsula Health Services100 S San Mateo Dr San Mateo, CA 94401
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