What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
4.85
Bedside manner
5.00
“Dr. Bean was great. Her examination was thorough and she explained everything clearly. Her manner was both professional and personable and warm. Very glad I found her”
Jose L.March 19, 2022
“Dr. Bean is top-notch when it comes to understanding your concerns and coming up with a game plan to attack your issues. Highly recommended!”
Rodney L.January 20, 2022
About Dr. Meredith Bean
Dr. Bean is a board-certified sports medicine physician with over ten years of experience specializing in the treatment of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. She is passionate about providing high-quality care to both competitive and recreational athletes. Currently, she serves as the team physician for the Cal Women's Soccer team. Dr. Bean was the Medical Co-Director of the California International Marathon for several years and has been a staff physician for a wide variety of other sporting events, including the Nike Women's Marathon in San Francisco.
Dr. Bean earned her Doctor of Medicine from New York Medical College. She completed her residency in Family Medicine at the University of California Davis Medical Center and pursued a fellowship in Sports Medicine at the University of Colorado. She holds a bachelor's degree from the University of California, Los Angeles.
Raised in the Bay Area, Dr. Bean played soccer in college for UCLA. She remains active with running, hiking, skiing, snowboarding, and surfing.
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Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- Saint Francis Memorial Hospital
Board certifications
- American Board of Family Medicine
- Sports Medicine (American Board of Family Medicine)
Education and training
- Medical School - New York Medical College, Doctor of Medicine
- University of California Davis Medical Center, Residency in Family Medicine
- University of Colorado, Fellowship in Sports Medicine
- University of California, Los Angeles (Bachelor's)
- University of California, Internship in Sports Medicine
Professional memberships
- American Medical Society for Sports Medicine
- American College of Sports Medicine
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1225116726
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.85
Bedside manner
5.00
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So nice, caring and professional. Took the time to properly explain everything and was very understanding.
March 2, 2020Initials hidden
Dr. Bean is great! Caring and attentive, and she worked hard to help with my issue. Highly recommended
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Bean has helped me with various shoulder, elbow injuries. She’s a terrific doctor!
April 4, 2022Karen H.Verified patient
Dr. Bean is very good at explaining. Also, she is very funny.
September 3, 2021Christina O.Verified patient
Dr. Bean was great. Her examination was thorough and she explained everything clearly. Her manner was both professional and personable and warm. Very glad I found her
March 19, 2022Jose L.Verified patient
Dr. Bean is top-notch when it comes to understanding your concerns and coming up with a game plan to attack your issues. Highly recommended!
January 20, 2022Rodney L.Verified patient
Friendly staff and doctor, good experience
December 28, 2021Olga K.Verified patient
Dr. Bean is thorough interviewer, an excellent listener, a clear explainer, and compassionate human being. She is able to make sense of a constellation of symptoms and address issues effectively. I have some hope now that a solution exists for me.
December 3, 2021Initials hidden
DR. Bean gives an impression of professionalism and knowledge. She was recommended by a friend from my Triathlon club, and I was pleased to see how she performed more tests for my knee injury than any other specialist I have visited before. She was thorough to explain about my injury and what are the effective non invasive treatments for it, which would ensure preservation of the joint in the long term.
Dr. Bean also demonstrated genuine interest in the PT exercises I have been doing, and recommended to add few to make the recovery more robust and strengthen the muscles that provide support for the joint and the body overall.
September 29, 2021Kalin K.Verified patient
I had a great visit with Dr. Bean. She is extremely caring, empathetic, a great listener, and most importantly a great doctor. She made me feel very comfortable and very patiently diagnosed my issues. She answered all of my questions very patiently as well. There was no sense of urgency or rush at any time, which is quite rare.
One of my best doctor’s visit experiences in an otherwise turbulent year. I would highly recommend her.
September 15, 2021Initials hidden
Amazing doctor - listened to my concerns, actually heard what I was saying, and helped me understand what was wrong and how we could fix it. Never at any point did it seem like Dr Bean had to move on to another patient or that she was uninterested in what I had to say. Very happy I made the decision to get a second opinion from her!
April 14, 2021Tim F.Verified patient
Can’t wait to see her again....
February 11, 2021Carla B.Verified patient
I run 10-15 mi/wk mostly on track or dirt trails. Torn ankle ligaments from 11 y ago never fully healed causing occasional pain around knees when running or squatting. Afraid of inheriting mother's arthritis.
Fingers--Raynauds disease
New patient. Upon entry, St Francis hospital reception requires a temperature check and offers a medical mask to every entrant to doesn't already have one. Plenty of hand sanitizer as well. Dr. Bean and staff occupy the entire 11th floor so the overall experience is calm and unified, with natural light and 360 degree views of the city from all the windows. The receptionist was quick to gather all of my information, only slightly muffled behind the plexiglass barrier. Waiting area chairs are each spaced several feet apart. After no more than 3-4 minutes of waiting, a nurse called me back and rushed through a series of questions trying to clarify my reasons for visiting, but also managed to exchange a bit of friendly small talk. Each exam room is equipped with contactless hand sanitizer dispensers. When Dr. Bean entered a few minutes later, she kept the door popped open to help maximize airflow and minimize risk of airborne transmission. Dr. Bean was amiable--a good listener who didn't mind when I remembered to bring up another issue I hadn't previously mentioned. She was both warm and professional, demonstrating empathy about my concerns, taking the time to explain and display joint mechanics, and feeling comfortable admitting when a question extended beyond her scope of knowledge and into the realm of the physical therapists. She offered a regimen of physical therapy without making me feel pressured to accept. I look forward to my first PT appointment!
January 11, 2021Libby H.Verified patient
I had a very positive experience. The doctor had a lot of patience, answered all my questions, and explained the root cause of the problem to prevent it for next time.
January 6, 2021Tal G.Verified patientVideo visit
Love Dr. Bean and the PT staff at this Sports Medicine office! I went in for lower back pain, and Dr. Bean was thorough in her consultation and diagnosis. She recommended me to physical therapy with Devon on the same floor, who has been equally thorough and considerate. Great experience overall (front desk staff are really wonderful, too!). It's been a long recovery process, but I am so glad I invested the time to see Dr. Bean and team.
December 7, 2020Raquel S.Verified patient
Highly recommend Dr. Bean. She was also friendly and easy to talk to. She listened carefully to my issue, explained and provided me with multiple options. At the very end, she also asked me to review and repeat back to her what I need to do so that I could remember and follow through.
November 26, 2019Initials hidden
I would highly highly recommend Dr. Bean to my friends and families. Her examination was very thorough. She answered all of my questions and addressed my concerns giving me her full attention. I had come for a chest injury that occurred during jiujitsu but she also gave me great advice how i can get my strength back on my left leg where I had ACL and Achilles surgery years ago.
i will definitely go to her again.
November 18, 2019Miyun K.Verified patient
Dr. Bean was extremely professional and thorough in her examination. She took her time answering all of my questions and even accompanied me down to the gift shop to make sure that I got the right brace. I could not have asked for a better experience!
June 17, 2019Initials hidden
Dr. Bean is a very knowledgable professional and takes the time to explain medical findings in layman's terms. She also patiently answers every and all questions. I never feel rushed during my appointments unlike with most physicians. Highly recommeded!
More than 1 year agoEW
Dr. Bean is fantastic!! She is super knowledgeable, professional and personable. Over the past 6 months she has treated me for a rotator cuff injury, and with each visit I have seen progress. I cannot thank her enough for all of her help/guidance over the past 6 months. She's the best!
More than 1 year agoJS
Dr. Bean is very kind & very generous with her time. I have seen her through two injuries & it is not uncommon for her to spend 45 min. - 1 hr. with me to make sure all my questions are answered & I am completely taken care of.
More than 1 year agoGM
Dr. Bean is an excellent doctor. She is thorough, takes the time to answer my questions, and is kind and gentle. I recommend her highly.
More than 1 year agoDH
Dr. Bean has been great! Very patient, friendly and knowlegable. She always takes her time thoroughly assessing my progress and is overall terriffic.
More than 1 year agoLK
My visit w/ Dr. Bean was great. She took time to listen to me and explain her observations & recommendations. She answered all of my questions in a clear manner and walked me through a plan to recovery. Highly recommend her!
More than 1 year agoNB
I'm very pleased with my experiences @ Saint Frances Orthopedic Institute & especially my visits with Dr. Bean. Dr. Bean is very easy to talk to & always very thorough in her answers to all of my questions. Dr Bean is easy to talk to and has been able to resolve my issues (shoulder, femur). I'm always pleased w the doctor's physical therapist @ his facility.
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Which hospital is Dr. Meredith Bean affiliated with?
Dr. Meredith Bean is affiliated with Saint Francis Memorial Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Meredith Bean work with?
Dr. Meredith Bean works with Meredith Bean, MD.
Where is Dr. Meredith Bean's office located?
Dr. Meredith Bean has 3 office locations, including in San Francisco and Walnut Creek, view full addresses on Dr. Bean's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Meredith Bean have?
Dr. Meredith Bean is certified by American Board of Family Medicine and Sports Medicine (American Board of Family Medicine).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Meredith Bean?
Dr. Meredith Bean frequently sees patients for Arthritis, Back Pain, Hand Problems, Sports Injury, and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Meredith Bean on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Meredith Bean speak?
Dr. Meredith Bean speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Meredith Bean in reviews?
71 patients have reviewed Dr. Meredith Bean. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.85/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.