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Timothy Vadym Galan

Timothy Vadym Galan, MD

4.7274 ratings, 39 reviews

Orthopedic Surgery

Accepting New Patients
Affiliated Provider
Need help scheduling? Call 661-241-6700

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult 21-65
  • Older Adult >65

Languages

  • Spanish
  • Russian
  • English

Gender

Male

About Timothy Vadym Galan

About The Provider

As a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Galan is passionate about helping his patients improve their mobility and quality of life. He is fellowship-trained in hip and knee replacement surgery, and performs robotically assisted surgery and specializes in minimally invasive techniques. He treats patients in need of joint replacement, reconstruction or revision. Other areas of focus include sports orthopedics, fracture and trauma care.

Dr. Galan was inspired to pursue a career in medicine by his mother who also was a physician. He first became a registered nurse and practiced for five years before going back to medical school, with a dream of becoming a surgeon. Today he appreciates that as an orthopedic surgeon he can help many patients see nearly immediate results and improvement.

When not caring for patients, Dr. Galan enjoys spending time with his children. Other interests include traveling, history, chess, fitness and experiencing different cuisines. He is fluent in English, Russian, and has a strong command of the Spanish language.

Provider Type

Physician

Locations

  1. Orthopedics: Adventist Health Physicians Network
  2. Adventist Health Medical Office - Tulare
  3. Primary Care and Specialty Care: Adventist Health Delano
  4. Surgical Specialties: Adventist Health Physicians Network

Expertise

Education

  • Residency Program: UCSF Fresno
  • Fellowship Program: Mayo Clinic Jacksonville
  • Medical School: University of Minnesota Medical School
  • Internship Program: UCSF Fresno

Board Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2020

Insurance

Please contact the practice directly to confirm your health plan is accepted.
Search plans
  • Adventist Health Employee Health Plan / Incentive Health
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • Brand New Day
  • Cigna
  • Community Care Health Plan
  • Coventry
  • Dignity Health-IMG
  • Foundation for Medical Care- Bakersfield Counties
  • Galaxy
  • Health Net
  • Health Smart
  • Kern Family (Kern Health System)
  • Kern Legacy Health Plan
  • Kern Legacy/Health Care Network
  • Medi-Cal ORP
  • Medi-cal ORP1
  • Medicare
  • Medicare ORP
  • Medicare Part B
  • Medicare Railroad
  • MultiPlan
  • Networks By Design
  • Premier Physicians Alliance IPA
  • QualCare
  • Tricare
  • TriWest
  • Triwest1
  • UHC
  • Universal Health Care IPA
  • Western Growers

Ratings & Reviews

4.7 out of 5

274 ratings, 39 reviews

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/27/2026

    Dr Galan seems very straightforward. He answers my questions and seems to be very knowledgeable about care after surgery. I feel that he wants the best for me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/16/2026

    Dr. Galan took the time, did not rush, to explain his thoughts on my health concerns. He answered all my questions clearly and completely.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/10/2026

    Dr. Galan took his time to review my MRI in detail. He went over plan of care and next steps to ensure I understood.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/18/2026

    Se esfuerzan en que haiga una buena comunicaci?n

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/13/2026

    I would definitely recommend Dr.Galan

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/24/2026

    Dr Galan listened in picture perfect fashion. He was attentive and caring

  • No RatingReviewed on 1/15/2026

    Doctor Galan saw me in his office right away.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/7/2026

    Very Pleased, (Past, Present, Future; Sx's/Above & Beyond). Complete Trust/Faith !!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/5/2026

    Thank you Doctor my leg feels so much better!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/9/2025

    He was nice and friendly

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/1/2025

    Good!

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/22/2025

    Dr. Galan interrupted and walked out of our appointment several times for cell phone calls. I felt this was very unprofessional behavior considering the seriousness of our appointment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/7/2025

    Very knowledgeable and attentive provider. Always a good experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/7/2025

    He was really nice

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    Dr Galan is Awesome

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/17/2025

    The explanation of the problem is very clear and what has to be done is also clear

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    Dr Galan was calm, thorough and didn't make me feel like it was a rushed appointment. He listened well to my concerns and addressed each one of them.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/10/2025

    The doctor was great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/9/2025

    Was very engaged with me during my appointment. Very impressive. Spoke in a understanding way.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/9/2025

    Dr Galan always explains in depth and answers my questions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    Very patience and well explained

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/25/2025

    Dr. Galan was the best, he was attentive and made sure I understood what would be happening

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/3/2025

    He listens to the to the person that he is treating.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/27/2025

    Yes I would recommend it

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    I have been given a plan of care for my upcoming surgery

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/8/2025

    Attentive, Compassion: Key Thing !! "They Listen / Hear You / Interreact "!!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    Give advice and that help me a lot

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    WOULD RECOMMENT DR. GALAN, I HAVE SEEN HIS WORK. VERY CONFIDENT

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/26/2025

    Doctor was busy, so seemed to be anxious to move on to next patient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/24/2025

    Fortunate to have this surgeon involved in my care. He explained everything clearly and answered my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    Everything very good, I have no complaints, everything perfect for me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/21/2025

    Great knowledge, explain everything to me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/20/2025

    Highly recommend Dr Galan. Very knowledgeable and experienced. Had an acute case of cellulitis that he successfully treated quickly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/20/2025

    He gave clear and understandable answers to any questions I had.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    Excellent surgeon. Answered all questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/3/2025

    He told me what was wrong and what I needed and I agreed. He's just a very nice doctor

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/3/2025

    Felt like provider was rushed, made a decision and left before I explain all of my symptoms and conerns

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/1/2025

    I am really grateful for the kind and respectful treatment of Dr Galan

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/25/2025

    He is a very good doctor