Orthopedic Institute of the Bay Area

San Mateo, United States

2.5

2 reviews

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Telephone:
+1 650-262-4262
Website:
www.drbolanos.com
Address:
100 S San Mateo Dr Ste 424, San Mateo, CA, 94401
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
0.3 miSan Mateo
1.2 miHayward Park
1.4 miBurlingame
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Local time (San Mateo) 5:00 PM Monday, June 23, 2025

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Description

Specialties

Dr. Bolanos is specifically trained in orthopedic treatments and sub-​specializes in arthritis so you can receive total-​body care that’s tailored to you. From the largest and most complex bones of the body to the tiniest and most delicate, Dr. Bolanos treats them all. He has dedicated his career to treating a spectrum of orthopedic problems with compassion and professionalism and looks forward to caring for you and your loved ones. Dr. Bolanos offers outstanding orthopedic care for patients with:

Arthritis (new or advanced)

Sports injuries

Work-​related injuries

Traumatic injuries

Complex reconstructive needs

Joint Pain

Hip Pain

Knee Pain

Shoulder Pain

Elbow Pain

Wrist Pain

Neck Pain

Foot & Ankle Pain

Dr. Bolanos uses the most advanced techniques and approaches available so you heal well and get back to life as quickly as possible. He is a trendsetter in orthopedics and was the first in his region to offer:

Outpatient total joint replacement

Hip resurfacing surgery

Reverse total shoulder arthroplasty

Multimodal anesthesia

Cage reconstructive techniques for massive pelvic damage

Development of the Bolanos hip retractor for safer hip surgery

Creation of a new approach for hip resurfacing

The Watson-​Jones surgical approach

We’re here to help and we look forward to seeing you soon.

History

Established in 2008.

From old injuries to arthritis and sudden problems, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Alberto Bolanos wants to put your mind at ease by taking the time to talk with you, examine you and find a solution that meets your orthopedic needs. We are proud to offer combined focused orthopedic treatments and advanced surgical techniques for outstanding head-​to-​toe care. Our orthopedic office in the Bay Area of San Mateo serves the surrounding areas of Daly City, South San Francisco, San Bruno, Millbrae, Burlingame, Foster City, Redwood City, and San Carlos.

Meet the Business Owner

Alberto Bolanos, M. D.

Business Owner

Getting the personalized, professional care you need is easy thanks to the individual attention and whole-​body approach given by Dr. Bolanos, a board certified and fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon.

With us, you are never a number and your needs are never pushed aside. Because we recognize that healing requires proper management of mind, body, and spirit, Dr. Bolanos is well-​versed in addressing your individual needs for the best possible outcome.

College: University of California, Berkeley

Medical School: Stanford University, Stanford, California

Residency: Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center, Brooklyn, New York

Fellowship: Surgical Treatment of Arthritis, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY

Inventions: Bolanos Hip Retractor

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2 reviews of Orthopedic Institute of the Bay Area

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Place rating: 2
San Mateo, CA
I was very disappointed with my experience here. I injured both knees in a fall on concrete. I had x-​rays that showed nothing. Dr. Bolanes insinuated it was in my head or neurological because my symptoms didn’t make sense.
He did order an MRI, thankfully! I waited over 40 minutes to meet with him in his office only to have him tell me what the radiologist concluded. Dr. Bolanes didn’t even LOOK at my MRI scans. He only went off the Radiologist’s opinion and said he only looks at MRI scans if you go to surgery. I was flabbergasted to say the least. I asked if he himself would personally call me and if he would look at them. He agreed.
A week later, I called because he never called and when I explained to his office staff our arrangement, they said he wouldn’t do that. I told them I didn’t want to argue (they weren’t very customer service friendly to begin with and didn’t return some of my calls prior) and to just have him call me. Again, he never called.
I got a second opinion and was diagnosed with Patellar Femoral Syndrome and Pes Anserine Bursitis. Dr. Bolanes acted like I was crazy, my knees were fine and it was all in my head. What I have is very painful and I even had to go to the ER for it. Dr Bolanos is not thorough, caring or going to follow up with you if you ask him to. Just a heads up if you are thinking of going here.
His physicians’s assistant was sweet. That is why they got two stars. The dr and office staff deserve none.
Place rating: 3
Allen, TX
So far so good! My honey hurt his knee at work 2 weeks ago and saw Dr. Bolanos at the ER. Were following up with him and everything is going well. I’ll update after we get the MRI back.