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Dr. Huey Tien, MD

Dr. Huey Tien, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Huey Tien, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Tulare, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Chung-Shan Medical & Dental College in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Kaweah Health Medical Center and Adventist Health Hanford. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 61 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (61 reviews)

Practice

869 N Cherry St Tulare, CA 93274
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(559) 891-1000

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Tien is affiliated with Kaweah Health Medical Center Visalia, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Tien specializes in the areas of General Surgery & Hand Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Tien's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tien

4.8

61 ratings, 49 with a written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Tim Main – Jun 21, 2024
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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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Virginia Hair – Oct 13, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Nancy W – May 18, 2022
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What went well
  • 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 20, 2022
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What went well
  • 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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James Fogle – Feb 02, 2022
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What went well
  • 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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Stephen Bell – Jan 26, 2022
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What went well
  • 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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MK Schroeter – Jan 20, 2022
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What went well
  • 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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john T noe jr. – Jan 05, 2022
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What went well
  • 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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David C. Miller – Dec 28, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Rebecca Richardson – Dec 24, 2021
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What went well
  • 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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Genny – Nov 05, 2021
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What went well
  • 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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Joseph Cohen – Oct 07, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Margaret S Norton – Aug 25, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Peggy W – Aug 11, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Barbara Minnich – Jul 31, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
William Marcum – Jul 17, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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David Huber – Apr 24, 2021
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What went well
  • 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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Paul Schaeffer – Apr 04, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Laura Moore – Mar 28, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jesse Mccombs – Feb 02, 2021
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About Me

biography

Dr. Tien graduated from Chung Shan Medical University in 1986 and completed orthopedic residency at Taiwan Tao-Yuan General Hospital in Taiwan. He then served a one-year fellowship as a research fellow, one year as a clinical fellow, followed by...read more

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery

  • Peripheral Nerve Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Louisville

    Residency Hospital, 2004

  • University Of Louisville School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2004

  • University Of Louisville

    Internship Hospital, 2000

  • Kleinert Inst Hand & Microsurg

    Fellowship Hospital, 1999

  • Taiwan Provincial Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1993

  • Taiwan Tao-yuan General Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1993

  • Taiwan Provincial Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1989

  • Chung Shan Medical University

    Undergraduate School, 1986

  • Chung-shan Medical & Dental College

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Hand Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Adventist Health-Tulare869 N Cherry St Tulare, CA 93274
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Sequoia Institute for Surgical Services Inc.2300 W Sunnyside Ave Visalia, CA 93277
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Kaweah Health Medical Center

    400 W Mineral King Ave
    Visalia, CA 93291
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Adventist Health Hanford

    115 Mall Dr
    Hanford, CA 93230
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Tulare Regional Medical Center

    869 N Cherry St
    Tulare, CA 93274
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