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Dr. George Tanaka, MD

Dr. George Tanaka, MD

Ophthalmology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. George Tanaka, MD is an ophthalmologist in Oakland, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1992. He is affiliated with CPMC Van Ness Campus. He is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

491 30th St Ste 103 Oakland, CA 94609
(510) 763-9775

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Tanaka specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Tanaka's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tanaka

3.9
12 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
58%
58%
4 star
8%
8%
3 star
17%
17%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
17%
17%

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It was my pleasure to have been seen by a doctor who by nature and professionalism convinced me that i am in safe hands for taking care of glaucoma disease on my first visit on 22 July 2020
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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Kirpal Dhaliwal – Jul 28, 2022
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Dr. Tanaka is a wonderful doctor. He has been my mom doctor for many years, I highly recommend him. He is the best in his field. Wonderful doctor.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Tammy Harrington – Feb 16, 2022
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I would recommend Dr. Tanaka to any of my friends. He’s at the top of his game he’s an excellent eye doctor and very professional.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Evonne Jones Alves – Feb 16, 2022
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Dr. Tanaka performed cataract&glaucoma surgery on both eyes. He did a tremendous job in my sight improvement while reducing the dangerous high pressure in both my eyes. I consider him an expert in his vocation. He is a no nonsense and very efficient as well as effective eye surgeon. The health of my eyes and my current vision are substantially improved because of his knowledge, experience and skill. He gets my highest recommendation.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Michael Caren – Aug 23, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

Treating glaucoma involves caring for the entire patient, not just the eye or the eye pressure. Many different types of glaucoma treatment are available, each with their pros and cons. I try to tailor my treatment to the patient in front of me...read more

biography

George Tanaka, MD, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained glaucoma and cataract surgeon who has been offering his expertise in glaucoma diagnosis and management to the Bay Area community for twenty -five years. He is currently a Clinical Professor...read more

  • Ophthalmology

  • Anterior Segment Surgery

  • Cataract Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Private Practice - Group/partnership

  • California Pacific Med Ctr-california

    Residency Hospital, 1996

  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1996

  • Mount Auburn Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1993

  • Harvard Medical School

    Medical School, 1992

  • Princeton University

    Undergraduate School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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  • English

  • Japanese

  • Clinical Faculty Teaching Award - California Pacific Medical Center, 1999

  • Tau Beta Pi National Engineering Society - Princeton University, 1985

  • Clinical Faculty Teaching Award - California Pacific Medical Center, 2002

  • Fight for Sight Student Fellowship Award - National Society to Prevent Blindness, 1989

  • Erdbrink Resident Research Award - California Pacific Medical Center, 1995

  • Graduation with High Honors - Princeton University, 1986

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Locations

Practice

Crystal Le MD Corporation491 30th St Ste 103 Oakland, CA 94609
1

Practice

Golden Gate Endocrine Specialists Medical Group Inc.711 Van Ness Ave Ste 440 San Francisco, CA 94102
2
Eye Surgery Center of San Francisco LP1160 Post St San Francisco, CA 94109
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • CPMC Van Ness Campus

    1101 Van Ness Ave
    San Francisco, CA 94109
    Recipient of 23
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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