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Dr. George Tischenko, MD

Dr. George Tischenko, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. George Tischenko, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Walnut Creek, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Saint Francis Memorial Hospital and John Muir Medical Center Concord. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Golden State Orthopedics & Spine - Redwood

2625 Shadelands Dr Ste 210 Walnut Creek, CA 94598
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Dr. Tischenko's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tischenko

4.6

22 ratings, 10 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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Marijane Walburg – Dec 30, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Lori Christensen – Nov 13, 2024
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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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Patricia S – Jul 22, 2024
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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
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David Baker – Mar 24, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Mar 21, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Suzanne B – Oct 28, 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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Aug 16, 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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Anne Costello in Concord , CA – Feb 12, 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
4 people found this helpful
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Ellen Gorman Winters in Berkeley, CA – Jun 30, 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
8 people found this helpful
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Lafayette, CA – Aug 08, 2016
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care philosophy

Dr. Tischenko applies skill and sensitivity daily to his practice. Personable and family-oriented, Dr. Tischenko is well respected for his ability to design solid treatment programs that get results.

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biography

Dr. Tischenko began practicing orthopedic surgery in 1988 after earning his Medical Degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and completing his internship and residency at the University of California, San Francisco.
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  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of California San Francisco

    Internship Hospital, 1984
  • Moffitt Hospital University Of Ca

    Residency Hospital, 1984
  • University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983
  • University Of San Francisco

    Undergraduate School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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  • California Orthopaedic Association, Member

  • English

  • Russian

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Locations

Golden State Orthopedics & Spine - Redwood

Golden State Orthopedics & Spine - Redwood2625 Shadelands Dr Ste 210 Walnut Creek, CA 94598
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Golden State Orthopedics & Spine - Sequoia

Golden State Orthopedics & Spine - Sequoia2405 Shadelands Dr # 3 Walnut Creek, CA 94598
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • John Muir Medical Center Concord

    2540 East St
    Concord, CA 94520
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% 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
  • John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek

    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd
    Walnut Creek, CA 94598
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

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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

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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  • Saint Francis Memorial Hospital

    900 Hyde St
    San Francisco, CA 94109
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower 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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