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Dr. Steven Thaxter, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 60
Dr. Steven Thaxter, MD
4.3 (19 Ratings)
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Dr. Steven Thaxter, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Fresno, CA.
Dr. Steven Thaxter, MD
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Dr. Steven Thaxter, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 60
Fresno, CA
Accepting new patients
35 years of experience
Dr. Steven Thaxter, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Fresno, CA.

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Dr. Steven Thaxter, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Fresno, CA and has 35 years experience. They graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in 1989 and completed a residency at University of California, Davis School of Medicine.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Adventist Health Hanford and Saint Agnes Medical Center. Dr. Thaxter has experience treating conditions like Osteoarthritis of Hip and Osteoarthritis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Thaxter received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 19 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Thaxter is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis
Hip Replacement
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis
Hip Replacement
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Bursitis
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Chondromalacia
Coccygeal Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Herniated Disc
Hip Tendinitis
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Knee Ligament Tears
Limb Pain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Meniscus Tear
Miner's Knee
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Patellar Chondromalacia
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sacrum Disorders
Spinal Stenosis
Tenosynovitis
Arthrocentesis
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Menisectomy
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Steroid Injection
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Bursitis of Hip
Chondrocalcinosis
Elbow Injuries
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Genu Valgum
Hip Dysplasia
Hip Fracture
Hip Impingement
Hip Injury
Hip Pointer
Knee Injuries
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Sprain
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Injuries
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Snapping Hip
Spinal Osteophyte
ACL Surgery
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Elbow Arthroscopy
Excision of Femur or Knee
Hip Arthroscopy
Hip Labral Repair
Hip Resurfacing
Joint Reconstruction Surgery
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Meniscus Surgery
Minimally Invasive Hip Replacement
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Partial Hip Replacement
Partial Knee Replacement
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Quadriceps Tendon Repair
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Sports Medicine Related Procedures
Total Hip Replacement

Insurance Accepted

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  • Blue Cross (Prudent Buyer) - Small Group-CA PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Select PPO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Sierra Pacific Orthopaedic Center
    1630 E Herndon Ave, Fresno, CA 93720
  2. 2 Saint Agnes Pathology Medical Group
    1303 E Herndon Ave, Fresno, CA 93720

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Thaxter
4.3
Based on 19 Reviews
5 Stars (15)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (2)

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Jun 20, 2023
Dr. Thaxter is an outstanding surgeon with a great personality and a wonderful positive attitude. He is highly qualified and experienced. .... Simply The Best.
— Jun 20, 2023
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Biography
  • Dr. Steven Thaxter, MD is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Fresno, CA and has over 34 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in 1989. He specializes in Orthopedic Surgery, Hip & Knee Orthopedics, and more.
Biography
Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Hip & Knee Orthopedics
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery
Regenerative Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
    1989
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of California, Davis School of Medicine
    1994
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Steven Thaxter, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Thaxter's profile.

Dr. Thaxter frequently treats the following conditions: Osteoarthritis of Hip and Osteoarthritis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Steven Thaxter, MD is affiliated with Adventist Health Hanford and Saint Agnes Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Steven Thaxter, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Adventist Health Hanford

    115 Mall Dr, Hanford, CA

  • Saint Agnes Medical Center

    1303 E Herndon Ave, Fresno, CA