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Dr. Kenneth Light, MD

Dr. Kenneth Light, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Kenneth Light, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in San Francisco, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in 1976. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mercy Medical Center Merced and Chapman Global Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

1700 California St Ste 340 San Francisco, CA 94109

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Dr. Light's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Light

3.6

18 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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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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Scott – Feb 23, 2025
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
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Ray Golden – Dec 08, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Margaret Kidd – May 07, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Dec 07, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Teamster Collin – Mar 16, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 people found this helpful
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Mary L Glardon – Oct 29, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
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Jim Gilbert – Jun 24, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
8 people found this helpful
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Jamie Smith in Shingletown, CA – May 11, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

We realize that many of you are not feeling well and we strive to make your visit as painless and efficient as possible.

biography

Dr. Kenneth Light is a leading orthopedic surgeon practicing in San Francisco, California. Dr. Light specializes in spinal surgery and provides treatment for conditions, including lower back pain, neck pain, spinal stenosis, sciatica, and herniated...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Cornell

    Undergraduate School
  • University Buffalo

    Fellowship Hospital, 1984
  • University Calif

    Residency Hospital, 1978
  • University Calif

    Internship Hospital, 1977
  • Weill Cornell Medical College

    Medical School, 1976
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Kenneth I Light MD Inc.1700 California St Ste 340 San Francisco, CA 94109
1
Global Surgeries Inc.13847 E 14th St Ste 118 San Leandro, CA 94578
2
Mills Surgery Center4480 Mills Cir Ontario, CA 91764
3
Office9025 Wilshire Blvd Ste 201-203 Beverly Hills, CA 90211
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sutter Tracy Community Hospital

    1420 N Tracy Blvd
    Tracy, CA 95376

    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

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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  • Santa Clara Valley Medical Center

    751 S Bascom Ave
    San Jose, CA 95128
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

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

    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.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Mercy Medical Center Merced

    333 Mercy Ave
    Merced, CA 95340
    Recipient of 3
    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

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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