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Dr. Alex Lau, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 56
Dr. Alex Lau, MD
2.0 (4 Ratings)

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Dr. Alex Lau, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in San Francisco, CA.
Dr. Alex Lau, MD
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Dr. Alex Lau, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 56
San Francisco, CA
Accepting new patients
31 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Alex Lau, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in San Francisco, CA.

About

Dr. Lau graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences. Dr. Alex Lau, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in San Francisco, CA and has 31 years experience. Dr. Lau currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center. At present, Dr. Lau received an average rating of 2.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 4 times. Dr. Lau's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Lau is board certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery.

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AC Joint Injury
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
AC Joint Injury
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
AC Joint Injury
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Broken Arm
Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Femur Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hip Fracture
Humerus Fracture
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Meniscus Tear
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Fracture
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Plantar Fasciitis
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Scapular Fracture
Scoliosis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
ACL Surgery
Arthrocentesis
Elbow Replacement
Excision of Femur or Knee
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Joint Drainage
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Knee Replacement Revision
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Partial Hip Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Synovial Biopsy
Total Hip Replacement

Insurance Accepted

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  • California - Northern HMO
    Kaiser Permanente

Locations

  1. 1 TPMG Inc San Francisco Mission Bay
    1600 Owens St, San Francisco, CA 94158
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  2. 2 Office
    2200 Ofarrell St, San Francisco, CA 94115
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  3. 3 The Permanente Medical Group Inc
    1800 Harrison St Fl 7, Oakland, CA 94612
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Apr 22, 2022
rotator cuff surgery Dr. Lau has been especially approachable and attentive with post-op care. Explaining things clearly, and available for questions or concerns,
— Apr 22, 2022
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences
    1993
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery
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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Alex Lau, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lau's profile.

Dr. Alex Lau, MD is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Alex Lau, MD holds board certification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center

    2500 Merced St, San Leandro, CA

  • Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center

    2425 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA