What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.90
Average wait time
4.90
Bedside manner
4.96
“My doctor took his time to exam my shoulder thoroughly and selected a therapist that he thought could help my PT”
Anita L.July 15, 2026
“I had an urgent issue (a bicep tendon surgery failure) and booked a Monday appointment over the weekend. Dr Chen was great. He confirmed that I had an urgent problem, but that I needed to see an orthopedic surgeon.
Finding an orthopedic surgeon on short notice is not trivial. Dr. Chen and his staff worked together to find a well regarded surgeon within the UCSF system. They were able to schedule an MRI and arranged for the surgeon to squeeze me in, both on Tuesday.
The entire office was welcoming and easy going. It was like visiting a doctor in the old days when doctors had the time to care about their patients.”
Wallace M.July 12, 2026
About Dr. Stephen Chen
**Please be aware that we are unable to treat injuries which are work-related or result from motor vehicle accidents.**
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Dr. Chen is a board-certified Pediatrician and Sports Medicine Doctor practicing in Walnut Creek and San Francisco. He specializes in the non-operative medical treatment of a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions in both children and adults. His goal is to provide the highest quality of care, ensuring each patient has a clear understanding of their diagnosis and treatment plan.
Dr. Chen earned his Doctor of Medicine from St. George's University School of Medicine. He completed his Pediatrics residency at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, and his Sports Medicine fellowship at the University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. During his fellowship training, he served as a team physician for two Division I college programs. He continues his passion for sports coverage by volunteering at events such as the San Francisco Marathon, the San Francisco Giant Race, and other local sporting events. He was also a team physician for Northgate High School in Walnut Creek.
Originally from Southern California, Dr. Chen has happily settled in the Bay Area with his wife and two children. He personally enjoys the outdoors, including running and hiking, and is an avid basketball and football fan—you could very likely see him at a game.
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Office locations
Dr. Stephen Chen, MD also offers online video visits for patients
UCSF Health Center for Sports Medicine (1 of 2)
1777 Botelho Drive, Suite 110, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
UCSF Health Center for Sports Medicine (2 of 2)
900 Hyde St, 11th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94109
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Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- Saint Francis Memorial Hospital
Board certifications
- American Board of Pediatrics
- Sports Medicine (Pediatrics)
Education and training
- Medical School - St. George's University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
- Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Residency in Pediatrics
- University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Fellowship in Sports Medicine
Professional memberships
- American Medical Society for Sports Medicine
- American College of Sports Medicine
- The American Academy of Pediatrics
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1730336397
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.90
Wait time
4.90
Bedside manner
4.96
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My doctor took his time to exam my shoulder thoroughly and selected a therapist that he thought could help my PT
July 15, 2026Anita L.Verified patient
Great and Patient Doctor, asked a lot of questions and made very good recommendations and observations. 100% would recommend
September 9, 2024Farouk K.Verified patient
Office was very communicative. Doctor has lots of availabilty. Great bedside manner. Good listener. Very pleased with visit.
July 30, 2024George S.Verified patient
Doctors and front desk staff was super professional and friendly.
I would definitely go back with them.
Highly recommended
September 6, 2024Oscar O.Verified patient
Professional and great staff members and kind doctor who listened to my concerns and questions.
October 31, 2025Kyuhyuk C.Verified patient
Very helpful session. Dr. Chen listens to my concerns and educates me in the process. We put together a treatment plan.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Super helpful and went out of his way to make sure I will be taken care of despite having no insurance. 1000/1000 stars
February 16, 2024Moriah G.Verified patient
Doctor was very attentive and answered all questions and concerns. I felt much better physically and mentally after his care
November 24, 2022Joshua H.Verified patient
Good Doctor. Thorough exam. Provided the service I needed.
June 17, 2026H Paul B.Verified patient
Very good doctor. Was not rushed and spent as much time as needed with me to figure out what was going on with my knee
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
It was a very nice experience tonight so it was very knowledgeable.
March 23, 2026Danny P.Verified patient
Dr. Chen is wonderful. He’s very knowledgeable. He listens and is patient. I highly recommend him. ?
November 5, 2024Elizabeth L.Verified patient
Dr. Chen was amazing- he patiently explained everything and he's such a genuine and warm person. Highly recommended!
August 8, 2022Sandeep M.Verified patient
Great experience overall. Doctor was fabulous, staff efficient and friendly! Glad I found them.
November 11, 2024Gail M L.Verified patient
Highly recommend. Great location and friendly staff. Doctor was caring and informative.
January 9, 2025Nicholas C.Verified patient
Dr. Chen is amazing, highly professional and great empathy. Strongly recommend to anyone.
August 22, 2024Jin Lan C.Verified patient
Dr. Chen answered all my questions, explained everything clearly, listened to all my issues patiently.
August 24, 2022Payal Ajit K.Verified patient
Dr. Chen was great. On time, listened carefully, good medical practices, empathic.
July 4, 2024Initials hidden
HIGHLY RECOMMEND DR. CHEN. SUPER FRIENDLY AND KNOWLEDGEABLE. I WOULD COME BACK AGAIN IF NEEDED.
More than 1 year agoES
Two great appointments with Dr. Chen! We will continue to follow up with him. Would recommend!
May 4, 2022Cassie H.Verified patient
He a very good listener and replied all my questions very patiently!!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I am very satisfied and have scheduled further appointments.
September 23, 2024Richard P.Verified patient
Good thorough doctor who I feel I could rely on for my medical issue.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I liked doctor chen he was patient and answered all my questions.
February 6, 2023Sarvottam S.Verified patient
Patiently explained the condition and clearly laid out all options
October 18, 2022Uday Kiran M.Verified patient
Very relaxed and thorough. Complete explanation in simple terms.
October 13, 2021Tim G.Verified patient
I had an urgent issue (a bicep tendon surgery failure) and booked a Monday appointment over the weekend. Dr Chen was great. He confirmed that I had an urgent problem, but that I needed to see an orthopedic surgeon.
Finding an orthopedic surgeon on short notice is not trivial. Dr. Chen and his staff worked together to find a well regarded surgeon within the UCSF system. They were able to schedule an MRI and arranged for the surgeon to squeeze me in, both on Tuesday.
The entire office was welcoming and easy going. It was like visiting a doctor in the old days when doctors had the time to care about their patients.
July 12, 2026Wallace M.Verified patient
I would recommend Dr Chen for any Orthopedc issues. He is a very good doctor and very thorough, and doesn't rush you, and answers all questions, and puts you at ease when you're in pain.
Nancy L
June 4, 2026nancy L.Verified patient
Dr. Chen is an outstanding doctor. His bedside manner and empathy truly makes him stand out. He actively listens and explains medical conditions simply, I felt heard and respected. His office staff is wonderful as well, very friendly and helpful. I appreciated his time today.
June 4, 2026Edward C.Verified patient
Dr. Chen took the time to carefully listen to the full history of my injury and clearly explain what’s going on. He conducted a thorough examination and made sure all the appropriate tests were done. I felt genuinely heard and well cared for throughout the process—something I hadn’t experienced with a previous orthopedic consultation.
March 26, 2026Initials hidden
Dr. Chen and his entire staff are excellent. I highly recommend him and his team. They are the best in the Bay Area. Thank you
January 16, 2026Dylan E.Verified patient
The Dr Chen took my pain seriously even though my shoulder was in significantly less pain than it was when I made the appointment. He was very sweet and caring! I will be doing physical therapy at their office. The receptionist was very kinda and happy to help me. Great experience!
January 12, 2026Nicole W.Verified patient
I felt truly listened to. The doctor explained my condition and treatment options clearly and never made me feel rushed. The doctor and staff created a calm and reassuring clinic environment. Highly recommended
December 15, 2025Leping D.Verified patient
Dr. Chen was very attentive and thoroughly examined my back issue and recommended an MRI to see exactly what is troubling me. He was not at all in a rush. That speaks volumes. Highly recommend him.
December 4, 2025nancy L.Verified patient
I really like this place! I've been using Golden State so the bar was pretty low ??. Nevertheless, it was easy to book an appointment which was available fairly soon, the office staff is extremely friendly and helpful, and Dr Chen is very straightforward, diagnosed my problems, and answered all my questions.
November 23, 2025Neal K.Verified patient
The visit was good and informative
August 19, 2025Felix R.Verified patient
Dr Chen was knowledgeable and broke everything down in an easily understood and helpful manner. I really liked him and hope his suggestions lead to the help I need.
August 12, 2025Walter W.Verified patient
Dr. Chen was so knowledgeable and taught me so much about my own body! He was able to diagnose me quickly and refer me to PT! Highly recommend.
May 30, 2025Initials hidden
Great doctor and great staff, highly recommend
April 17, 2025Wassim M.Verified patient
Dr. Chen and his team are great. Super friendly and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend them for any sport or ortho injury.
March 12, 2025Initials hidden
A very thorough asessment of my complaint and a totally sensible plan going forward. A very helpful and clear explanation of the problem
November 14, 2024Bill R.Verified patient
Dr. Chen is both a good listener and communicator. His thorough examination of my recent injury and related problem areas left me with confidence in how to get back to normal with my activities and what options to consider to both maintain and improve joint and muscle health.
I will definitely return to see him whenever needs arise in the future. I highly recommend his services.
November 8, 2024Derek L.Verified patient
Dr. Chen was extremely nice and very thorough. Explained everything in great detail that a layperson could understand. It was a very good experience.
September 19, 2024Pamela D.Verified patient
Finding a doctor's appointment is very difficult. My knee was hurting badly and, I went to the urgent care. Even urgent care did not have an MD but a nurse practitioner. With Zocdoc, I found the best MD on the same day.
September 18, 2024Shradhdha S.Verified patient
Dr Shen was patient, present and knowledeable
September 11, 2024Bart O.Verified patient
Fantastic office, staff and of course doc!
September 4, 2024Prentice P.Verified patient
Very friendly and professional doctor. Good listener and very educated on topics discussed. MD willing to work with you and provide alternatives. He does not rush during your appointment and very thorough. Overall very satisfied with experience with MD.
More than 1 year agoCristian D.Verified patient
Very thorough and attentive in hearing me out. I’m eager to get better and the dr got me comfortable taking a more staged approach to treatment.
August 1, 2024Carrie K.Verified patient
Dr Chen is so understanding and thoughtful, along with knowledgeable! I felt seen and heard, and got a lot of my stress resolved! Shout out also to the staff for being super attentive and happy to help. Will come again if the need arises!
May 6, 2024Katrina S.Verified patient
Dr. Stephen Chen was helpful and took the time to listen to the cause of my injury. He seems to know a great deal about his field, and because of this he is very resourceful. I would recommend Dr. Stephen Chen as a doctor as someone who has been dealing with a sports injury for some time.
April 24, 2024Divij S.Verified patient
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Dr. Stephen Chen is affiliated with Saint Francis Memorial Hospital.
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Where is Dr. Stephen Chen's office located?
Dr. Stephen Chen has 3 office locations, including in Walnut Creek and San Francisco, view full addresses on Dr. Chen's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Chen have?
Dr. Stephen Chen is certified by American Board of Pediatrics and Sports Medicine (Pediatrics).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Stephen Chen?
Dr. Stephen Chen frequently sees patients for Arthritis, Foot Consultation, Orthopedic Consultation, Sports Injury, and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Stephen Chen on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Stephen Chen speak?
Dr. Stephen Chen speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Stephen Chen in reviews?
290 patients have reviewed Dr. Stephen Chen. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.9/5. They have a 4.96/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.9/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.