Orthopedic Institute of the Bay Area

There are times when an orthopedic injury, arthritis, or other joint problem requires not just advanced care, but outstanding attention from a leader in the field. Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Alberto Bolanos is just that – a leading orthopedic surgeon who cares for you and all your orthopedic needs.

From the most cautios arthritis patient to the most daring athlete, Dr. Bolanos is here to assess your needs and apply advanced treatments tailored to your lifestyle. Treating patients of all ages, Dr. Bolano's offers comprehensive care to improve function, lessen your pain, and return you to the activities you love as quickly as possible.

Board certified and fellowship trained in the #1 orthopedic training program in the United States, Dr. Bolanos knows what it means to think forward. He created the Bolanos Hip Retractor, a patented instrument that makes this common joint surgery safer and more effective than before.

Dr. Bolanos is one of a select number of physicians in the US trained in techniques like the Watson-Jones approach for hip surgery. He serves as a mentor to orthopedic surgeons around the world and was the first in the Bay Area to offer outpatient total joint replacement and hip resurfacing.

When excellent care is your priority, you need an excellent orthopedic surgeon. Dr. Bolanos welcomes you to experience the difference a leader makes. Call the Orthopedic Institute of the Bay Area in San Mateo, California at to make an appointment.