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Timothy Vadym Galan

Timothy Vadym Galan, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Accepting New Patients
Affiliated Provider
4.7 of 5 stars276 ratings, 39 reviews
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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. Primary Care and Specialty Care: Adventist Health Delano
  3. Adventist Health Medical Office - Tulare

Expertise

Education

UCSF Fresno

Residency Program

Mayo Clinic Jacksonville

Fellowship Program

University of Minnesota Medical School

Medical School

UCSF Fresno

Internship Program

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

276 ratings, 39 reviews

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    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

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/9/2025

    Dr. Galan has always been awesome , very understanding, tells you everything you want to know he is a good orthodontist

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/28/2025

    Excellent Doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/13/2025

    Dr took care of me very well, if I would recommend him to someone else

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/7/2025

    The doctor very kind

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/2/2025

    I have no bad experiences I was extremely happy that I was able to achieve the help I received that day on scheduling for an appointment now from this day on it lies in the hands of the insurance company approving........this Is a workman's comp injury

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/27/2025

    Doctor Galan was very knowledgeable and addressed all of my concerns in a manner in which I could understand.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/26/2025

    Dr. Galan a good man, of course im nervous im having surgery, but he explained it all . I truly understand and feel calmer.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/25/2025

    Dr. Galan is always professional and caring in answering any and all questions. My knee replacement surgery has made a huge difference in my quality of walking. Would highly recommend Dr. Galan.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/21/2025

    Review of lab work was detailed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/13/2025

    Dr. Galan is very good. He answered all my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/31/2025

    Muy amable, respeto, muy bien explicado y comprensi?n en todo

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2025

    I tell everyone of Dr, Galan how kind he is and efficient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/28/2025

    He was caring and encouraging about my outcome and progress.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2025

    Very kind and professional provider

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/24/2024

    I have recommended a friend to Dr. Galan

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/24/2024

    I would recommend it to many people

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/29/2024

    Was encouraging about my progress.

    1 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/26/2024

    I realize I was a new patient but the doctor's explanation of my concerns were non-existent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/18/2024

    I like Dr Galan. He's very nice.

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/18/2024

    I am confident that Dr. Galan is an excellent surgeon. However, I have had three appointments with him. He is pushing very hard for me to have a knee replacement, based on what he is seeing from my x-rays. I understand that. But when I tell him that I rarely have any pain in that knee. He makes me feel like he's angry with me for not agreeing to surgery. He's not exactly rude, but he's probably the most unfriendly doctor I've ever been to. I honestly feel like he just doesn't like me. I will not be returning to his office for sure.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2024

    Dr Galan is the gentlest, most patient Dr ever