
Timothy Vadym Galan, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult 21-65
- Older Adult >65
Languages
- Spanish
- Russian
- English
Gender
MaleAbout 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
- Orthopedics: Adventist Health Physicians Network
- 2701 Chester Avenue, Suite 202, Bakersfield, CA 93301
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- phone: 661-241-6700
- Primary Care and Specialty Care: Adventist Health Delano
- 1201 Jefferson Street, Delano, CA 93215
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- phone: 661-454-3770
- Adventist Health Medical Office - Tulare
- 2059 N Hillman Street, Tulare, CA 93274
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- phone: 559-605-0090
- 115 Mall Drive, Hanford, CA 93230
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- phone: 559-582-9000
- 115 West E Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561
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- phone: 661-823-3000
- 869 North Cherry Street, Tulare, CA 93274
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- phone: 559-688-0821
- 951 East Merritt Avenue, Tulare, CA 93274
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- phone: 559-605-2150
Expertise
Education
UCSF Fresno
Residency ProgramMayo Clinic Jacksonville
Fellowship ProgramUniversity of Minnesota Medical School
Medical SchoolUCSF Fresno
Internship ProgramBoard Certifications
Orthopaedic Surgery
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2020Insurance
- 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 reviewsThe provider star rating is calculated using patient responses to the five care provider questions in our patient satisfaction survey. Below you can see the provider’s star rating and the number of his or her patients who have provided feedback.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 9/3/2025
He listens to the to the person that he is treating.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2025
Yes I would recommend it
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
I have been given a plan of care for my upcoming surgery
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2025
Attentive, Compassion: Key Thing !! "They Listen / Hear You / Interreact "!!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
Give advice and that help me a lot
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2025
WOULD RECOMMENT DR. GALAN, I HAVE SEEN HIS WORK. VERY CONFIDENT
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
Doctor was busy, so seemed to be anxious to move on to next patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
Everything very good, I have no complaints, everything perfect for me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2025
Great knowledge, explain everything to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
He gave clear and understandable answers to any questions I had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2025
Excellent surgeon. Answered all questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 5/1/2025
I am really grateful for the kind and respectful treatment of Dr Galan
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2025
He is a very good doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 3/28/2025
Excellent Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/13/2025
Dr took care of me very well, if I would recommend him to someone else
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/7/2025
The doctor very kind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 2/21/2025
Review of lab work was detailed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2025
Dr. Galan is very good. He answered all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/31/2025
Muy amable, respeto, muy bien explicado y comprensi?n en todo
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2025
I tell everyone of Dr, Galan how kind he is and efficient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2025
He was caring and encouraging about my outcome and progress.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2025
Very kind and professional provider
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2024
I have recommended a friend to Dr. Galan
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2024
I would recommend it to many people
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/29/2024
Was encouraging about my progress.
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 10/18/2024
I like Dr Galan. He's very nice.
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 10/16/2024
Dr Galan is the gentlest, most patient Dr ever