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Dr. Derek Ward, MD

Dr. Derek Ward, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Derek Ward, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in San Francisco, CA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California at San Francisco in 2010. He is affiliated with medical facilities UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights and Marinhealth Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 221 reviews 5 Star Rating (221 reviews)

Arthritis and Joint Replacement Center

1500 Owens St Ste 430 San Francisco, CA 94158
Telehealth available

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5.0
221 ratings, 188 with a written review
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Best Surgeon for Knee Replacement
Dr Ward and his team are wonderful making the pre and post operative experience easy. Was referred to Dr Ward from multiple doctors and am so grateful that I chose him for my TKR.
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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Apr 08, 2025
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Attention to detail !!
This was the best hospital visit ever. I have had lots of surgeries and hospital visits and by far my best experience. Pleasant people , great care , food not so good ! Everything else was top shelf . Thanks for what yal do . God bless
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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Mar 26, 2025
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Very likely
He is know to be highly skilled and uses the most updated surgical processes. Though time is brief with him, he seems to listen well.
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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Mar 14, 2025
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Total knee replacement with Dr Ward and team.
All went well and I felt very well taken care of. I was up the same day and there was always someone with me to ease my thoughts about the procedure and a new knee. The care was what I needed and has continued everyday since through the Getwell Loop.
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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Rhonda – Mar 05, 2025
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Dr Ward is very thorough and follows up constantly
Dr Ward is knowledgeable, confident and straightforward with his expectations.
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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Alice B Lebessis – Feb 19, 2025
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It's wonderful to have a physician who really listens and takes his time.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 25, 2025
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This is my second meeting with a surgeon about my knee. Dr. Ward took time to show me the images of my knee both in x-rays and in the MRI. He pointed out problems that had not been previously shown to me indicating the need for surgery. He fully explained the procedure and recovery along with the risks. I feel confident in his skill and plan to proceed with the operation.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 18, 2025
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I can not give Dr. Ward and his PA enough praises - both so professional, personable, and caring.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 18, 2025
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First meeting with Dr Ward and he was terrific in every way.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 18, 2025
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Fantastic knee surgeon!
Total knee replacement
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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Dec 26, 2024
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Surprisingly brilliant.
I expected my revision to result in greater pain and anxiety than either of my two knee replacements. The result was the opposite.. lower pain, speedier recovery. Greater information, before and after surgery, and wonderful follow up from the UCSF team.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Hugh – Dec 25, 2024
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Highly Recommend
Dr. Ward and the whole team were helpful, informative and went to great lengths with insurance, scheduling and surgery. I've had replacement surgery before, but they went above and beyond expectations.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 24, 2024
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Dr Ward is a kind, caring physician who excels.
Dr Ward and his team clearly explain procedures, listen to patients concerns, and are by your side through the surgery and recovery. They follow through and support your success. Pre and post surgery is a well constructed process that leads you through the steps to recovery, strengthening and a healthy, active new walking life. I can't imagine a better practice, from Sonya & Mario in the office to Jay in the hospital, backing up and supporting Dr Ward's gentle, skilled surgery.
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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Susan Walter – Dec 18, 2024
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The doctors answered my questions of concern. The staff was very professional and attentive.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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Leo A. Vergara – Dec 10, 2024
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Excellent surgeon in all ways
Dr Ward has replaced both of my hips. I had minimal bruising, no issues, and most importantly, no movement restrictions. Dr Ward has a fantastic bedside manner - he’s kind, he listens, his staff is responsive. Excellent surgeon.
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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Dec 03, 2024
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Knee surgery
Very good experience
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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Surgery – Nov 27, 2024
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Dr. Derek Ward post-operative care
Dr. Ward has a follow-up system, the Get Well Loop, that is very patient well-being-oriented. It allows the patient to experience proactively the surgeon’s continued involvement in the patient’s care.
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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Ellen Monck – Nov 23, 2024
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Questions get answers!
While Dr Ward has tons of experience and my surgery was perfect, I had questions post surgery. I so appreciated his support team that answers my questions 24 hours and 7 days a week. For me, this is what sets Dr Ward above his peers!
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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73 yrs old and walking in 9 days – Nov 21, 2024
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Anterior approach to THR - see Dr. Ward
I’ll quote J.D.Salinger, “You're a real prince. You're a gentleman and a scholar, kid.” JD Salinger, The Catcher in the Rye. Reading Dr. Ward’s reviews they often refer to him as Kind. Kind, yes but also accomplished, talented and caring. I’m grateful he was my surgeon and I will continue to advise family and friends to use Dr. Ward for knee or hip replacement surgery.
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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A.Brown – Nov 20, 2024
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Dr. Derek Ward Comes Highly Recommended
This is the 2nd knee replacement surgery I’ve had Dr. Ward complete. He and his team have been extremely responsive to any questions or concerns that I’ve had. Prompt call backs are evidence of the great service he and his team provided to me.
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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Karen – Nov 20, 2024
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Derek Ward is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in adult reconstruction of the knee joint. He sees patients with all types of degenerative disease of the knee including osteoarthritis, inflammatory arthritis (such as rheumatoid arthritis),...read more

biography

Dr. Derek Ward is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in adult reconstruction of the knee joint. He sees patients with all types of degenerative disease of the knee including osteoarthritis, inflammatory arthritis (such as rheumatoid arthritis),...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of California At San Francisco

    Medical School, 2010
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Arthritis and Joint Replacement Center

Arthritis and Joint Replacement Center1500 Owens St Ste 430 San Francisco, CA 94158
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MarinHealth Orthopedic Care

MarinHealth Orthopedic Care4000 Civic Center Dr Ste 209 San Rafael, CA 94903
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights

    400 Parnassus Ave
    San Francisco, CA 94143
    Recipient of 33
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    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.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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  • Marinhealth Medical Center

    250 Bon Air Rd
    Greenbrae, CA 94904
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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