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Dr. Berkay Unal, MD

Dr. Berkay Unal, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Berkay Unal, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Bakersfield, CA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Unal has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery and Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine in 2011. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Adventist Health Bakersfield and Adventist Health Delano. He is not accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (29 reviews)

Dignity Health Surgical Specialists - Southwest

300 Old River Rd Ste 200 Bakersfield, CA 93311

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(661) 664-2300

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Unal is affiliated with Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley Tehachapi, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Unal specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • LGBTQ+ Affirming
    This doctor is listed on OutCare Health's OutList, and identifies as affirming in the provision of care, treatment, and services of LGBTQ+ communities.
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Unal's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Unal

4.6

29 ratings, 26 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jun 01, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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May 19, 2023
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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M. Hoyt – Mar 29, 2023
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Nov 11, 2022
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Frank Hernandez – Oct 13, 2022
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
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A GOOD REASON TO RANT...FRAZIER – Sep 13, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Katy Hall – Jul 14, 2022
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Paul Wolverton – Jun 08, 2021
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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J Santos Ramos – Feb 11, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
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Elaine Escalante – Dec 18, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Alicia Pelayo for Isidra Pelayo – Oct 01, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
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Ted Bias – Aug 22, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
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Janice in Bakersfield, CA – Jun 13, 2019
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Fabiola P in Bakersfield, CA – May 14, 2019
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Mariano in Delano, CA – May 09, 2019
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What went well
  • 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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Carla Engler in Bakersfield, CA – May 08, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Bakersfield, CA – Mar 05, 2019
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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C. Lagua in Bakersfield , CA – Dec 15, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Kent in La Canada, CA – Dec 02, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
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Donna Rogers in Bakersfield, CA – Nov 09, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

I work to develop a partnership with my patients, and this begins with listening. One of the most important pieces of information is how your symptoms affect your quality of life. We will discuss your symptoms, my findings and the details of your...read more

biography

I'm a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, fellowship-trained in sports medicine, specializing in minimally invasive, arthroscopic surgery with emphasis on shoulder and knee disorders, sports injuries and arthritis. I believe in a non-surgical approach...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Kentucky Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Fellowship

    Fellowship Hospital, 2017

  • Lac & Usc Medical Center Dept Of Orthopaedic Surgery

    Residency Hospital, 2016

  • Lac & Usc Medical Center Dept Of Orthopaedic Surgery|university Of Southern California / Keck School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2016

  • University Of Southern California Keck School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2016

  • Lac & Usc Medical Center Dept Of Orthopaedic Surgery

    Internship Hospital, 2012

  • Lac & Usc Medical Center Dept Of Orthopaedic Surgery|university Of Southern California / Keck School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 2012

  • University Of Southern California Keck School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 2012

  • University Of Southern California Keck School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2011

  • University Of California, Berkeley

    Undergraduate School, 2005

  • University Of California At Berkeley

    Undergraduate School, 2004
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Dignity Health Surgical Specialists - Southwest

Dignity Health Surgical Specialists - Southwest300 Old River Rd Ste 200 Bakersfield, CA 93311
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley

    1100 Magellan Dr
    Tehachapi, CA 93561
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    92%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mercy Hospital Downtown-Bakersfield

    2215 Truxtun Ave
    Bakersfield, CA 93301

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Adventist Health Bakersfield

    2615 Chester Ave
    Bakersfield, CA 93301
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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