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Dr. Willard Wong, MD

Dr. Willard Wong, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Willard Wong, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Salinas, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA AT LINCOLN in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital and Natividad Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Salinas Valley Health Orthopedics

611 Abbott St Ste 101 Salinas, CA 93901

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Dr. Wong's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wong

3.2
22 ratings, 5 with a written review
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very knowledgable and helpful
Dr. Wong showed me where my break was, explained what it meant, and explained a few courses of action I could proceed with. We chose the best option for me. We've scheduled follow ups to make sure I stay on course. I'm grateful for his care and concern. On a different note, years ago, he was the first doctor to realize the severe pain I was having wasn't caused by my back, but it was my hip.
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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Bonnie – Nov 29, 2023
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S1/L5/L4/L3
Just the best! Thank you Dr. Wong. -Former Parks Employee
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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Aug 10, 2023
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After dealing with horrible pain for the last 3 years the “doctor” had no answers to what it was. You would think 31 years of experience you would know what you’re looking at. He was dismissive and came to the conclusion of “I don’t know where the pain is coming from” therefore you should see a pain management specialist. That’s the solution let’s not treat the real issue here that’s has been ruining my wellbeing. It’s easy after 31 years to just keep passing the buck off to someone else and not do your job which is to treat people. I would not recommend seeing Dr. Wong if you want a kind and sensitive “doctor” don’t bother.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 others found this helpful
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Apr 14, 2020
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Dr. Wong is the BEST !!! I felt great right after my surgery. I can't thank him enough. :)
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Apr 01, 2019
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I had 2 options before I saw Dr. Wong..... I was told I had to have spine surgery. I was very scared.... Dr Wong showed me each detail in my spine and why I should NOT get surgery. I followed his instructions and I'm in NO PAIN WHATSOEVER and I feel great! I got off of the medicines that the other Drs gave me.... I can't Thank Dr Wong enough and for answering every question I had without side stepping! 100% would I recommend him and his staff were great too!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
10 others found this helpful
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Jun 07, 2017
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care philosophy

Willard Wong, MD puts both his mind and his hands to work in helping patients improve the quality of their health and life. Taking into account the patient's overall lifestyle and physical demands, he explores all non-surgical and surgical options...read more

biography

Willard Wong, MD puts both his mind and his hands to work in helping patients improve the quality of their health and life. Taking into account the patient's overall lifestyle and physical demands, he explores all non-surgical and surgical options...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Nebraska At Lincoln

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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  • California Orthopaedic Association, Member

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Locations

Salinas Valley Health Orthopedics

Salinas Valley Health Orthopedics611 Abbott St Ste 101 Salinas, CA 93901
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula

    23625 Holman Hwy
    Monterey, CA 93940
    Recipient of 23
    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.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    81%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    15% higher than the national average

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  • Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital

    450 E Romie Ln
    Salinas, CA 93901
    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

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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

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

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  • Natividad Medical Center

    1441 Constitution Blvd
    Salinas, CA 93906

    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

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