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Bobby K-B Tay
4.9 out of 5 (403)
Bobby K-B Tay

Bobby K-B Tay, MD

Spine Surgery

Vice Chair, Orthopedic Surgery

Spine Center
400 Parnassus Ave., Suite A2300,
San Francisco, CA 94143
+1 more location
(866) 817-7463
4.9 out of 5 (403)
Virtual visits available
4.9 out of 5 (403)
Virtual visits available
Spine Center
400 Parnassus Ave., Suite A2300,
San Francisco, CA 94143
+1 more location
(866) 817-7463

Dr. Bobby K-B Tay is an orthopedic surgeon at the UCSF Spine Center, where specialists from many disciplines collaborate to provide optimal treatment of spinal conditions. These include spinal degenerative disorders, trauma, tumors and infections. Tay is particularly interested in caring for patients with degenerative diseases of the cervical and lumbar spine, as well as those with spinal tumors or fractures. He has significant expertise in minimally invasive surgical techniques for the spine.

After receiving his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Berkeley, Tay earned his medical degree at the UCSF School of Medicine. He completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at UCSF and then completed a fellowship in spinal surgery at the University of Miami Health System.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2002

  • Fellowships

    University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2000

  • Residencies

    UCSF, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1999

  • Internship

    UCSF, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1994

  • Degree

    University of California, San Francisco, School of Medicine, 1993

  • Languages

    English

Conditions I specialize in

Where I see patients (2)

    My reviews

    4.9

    Overall Experience
    403 Ratings
    About our process
    Jun 16, 2025
    Wonderful experience.
    Jun 16, 2025
    Dr. Tay is the consummate professional. He anticipated many of my questions about the upcoming surgery and provided clear and detailed information.
    Jun 08, 2025
    Dr. Tay was EXCEPTIONAL. He was a true professional. Intelligent, kind, caring, and educated in his specialty. Dr. Tay answered all of my questions and I did not feel rushed during my visit. It was ESPECIALLY APPRECIATED that his MA was also in the room during my visit so that all of our conversation was notated and written down. In addition, copious notes were written so that my family members and I could look back to see Dr. Tay's analysis, recommendations, and next steps. This documentation was and is essential for me and I am extremely grateful. Thank you very much, Dr. Tay. You are wonderful. Although I am terrified of what the future may hold I am secure in your hands.
    Jun 05, 2025
    At this facility the employees were so polite and nice it was a pleasure.
    May 29, 2025
    I truly believe that all Dr. Tay's patients are lucky and blessed by having him in their lives! Dr. Tay is not only a great surgeon, but also a beautiful human being that UCSF is lucky to have as a Dr. Providing the greatest service to their patients.
    May 15, 2025
    Dr Bobby Tay and his PA, Win, are truly extraordinary medical providers. Dr. Tay possesses a welcoming bedside manner as well as possessing surgical skills beyond reproach.
    May 09, 2025
    All excellent.
    Apr 24, 2025
    Dr Tay is conservative- knows risks vs benefits, and is a stellar surgeon. And so personable!
    Apr 16, 2025
    He changed my life for the better
    Apr 05, 2025
    Explained surgery options thoroughly - was given reading sources about the surgery through my chart.
    Apr 03, 2025
    The best!
    Apr 02, 2025
    The entire team has been wonderful
    Mar 29, 2025
    I felt that everyone that I came In contact was pleasant and understanding of my situation especialy Dr. Bobby Tay.
    Mar 28, 2025
    Excellent!!
    Mar 20, 2025
    Dr. Tay and his staff are all rockstars
    Mar 08, 2025
    For spine related issues that he deals with you can't have a better doctor than Dr Tay and his assistant Ms Hofstetter.
    Mar 03, 2025
    I'm glad your providers were aware of time-zone issues. I forgot that the start time of the zoom meeting was for your time-zone, not mine.
    Feb 24, 2025
    Very please with Uyen & Dr. Tay
    Feb 17, 2025
    Dr. Tay and his staff were all kind, considerate, patient and professional. All one could want in good medical care.
    Feb 14, 2025
    Bobby Tay is the best!!!
    Jan 31, 2025
    Dr. Bobby Tay just outstanding always
    Jan 17, 2025
    Excellent!
    Dec 11, 2024
    I want to thank Dr. Tay and the entire team for the amazing care I received before, during and after my surgery. Dr. Tay was incredibly empathetic and factual and made the whole experience a very positive one.
    Dec 09, 2024
    Dr Tay is the BestHe has given me hope after 8 years of pain and hopelessness
    Dec 05, 2024
    Very pleased
    Dec 05, 2024
    Caring and friendly. Very professional.
    Nov 25, 2024
    Dr Tay was wonderful and I didn't feel rushed. He took his time explaining and offered referrals to some of the other physicians that might possibly help my situation.
    Nov 24, 2024
    Dr. Bobbie Tay was wonderful
    Nov 23, 2024
    Bobby Tay is Awesome
    Nov 18, 2024
    Allowed sufficient time to address all options in understandable terms
    Nov 18, 2024
    Dr. Tay was very helpful and set up another appointment with a different radio frequency ablation specialist
    Nov 05, 2024
    I remain extremely thankful that Dr. Tay is my doctor for these neck issues!
    Oct 19, 2024
    Having a back surgery is always very scary but I felt very comfortable and confident with Dr. Tay.
    Oct 17, 2024
    I love and respect Dr. Bobby Tay. He was straightforward about his findings and explain the options to me so I could understand.
    Oct 15, 2024
    Great doctor
    Oct 14, 2024
    Dr Tay could not have been more understanding and professional as well as helping me with a referral for further help. The kindness and care he provides is rarely seen in surgeons and physicians in todays world, so thank you from the bottom of my heart for all your care. Your surgery changed my life. I was in so much pain, I was unsure I would ever be able to walk properly again, and I am now walking like my old self. It sounds dramatic to those who have not had that kind of pain, but it is real when you are in it. Thank you doesn't even begin to say how much I appreciate Dr Tay.
    Oct 13, 2024
    Dr. Tay is a world class physician, he's exceptional in every area of care for his patients!
    Oct 12, 2024
    Dr Tay is the best! I trust his judgement. He is thorough. I feel he has my best interest in mind
    Oct 11, 2024
    Dr. Tay is an extraordinary surgeon and communicator.
    Sep 30, 2024
    Doctor Tay was incredible!
    Sep 30, 2024
    Dr. Tay is fabulous - on point, crystal clear, spare in speech, a good listener, and kind.
    Sep 18, 2024
    Brother in law. Is having back surgery. I sent him.
    Sep 17, 2024
    He is great but tend to run late for appointment
    Aug 22, 2024
    Dr Tay was awesome. Very attentive.
    Aug 13, 2024
    Dr. Tay is an outstanding surgeon and my entire experience with his staff was excellent. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing back surgery.
    Aug 10, 2024
    Dr Bobby Tay is a rockstar and treated me very well through out my visit!
    Aug 06, 2024
    Dr Tay could not have been better!He is clearly the best of the best!!!
    Aug 05, 2024
    DR. Tay, is a superlative M.D., and I've known him for many years. I can safely state, that he is the finest Dr. I have ever known. As both a Pt. And A Retired FNP, He has helped me, and over time- approx. 64 pts that I referred to Dr. Tay...All of them had good outcomes, and better quality of life, secondary to his care.
    Jul 27, 2024
    Dr Tay showned me the MRI and explained is great detail the surgery he will be doing.
    Jul 25, 2024
    Dr Tay is a wonderful surgeon and person.
    Jul 12, 2024
    Resident very thorough and Dr Tay always great.
    Jun 25, 2024
    UCSF consistently offers excellent service!!
    Jun 22, 2024
    Dr. Tay was very kind and patient. He allowed me to continue asking questions as long as I wanted.
    Jun 21, 2024
    Dr Tay is one of the most caring, understanding and compassionate doctors I have ever dealt with.
    Jun 17, 2024
    Dr. Tay Exceptional at Listening to the Patient!
    Jun 15, 2024
    Good job
    May 14, 2024
    I really cannot say enough good things about Dr. Tay - a great surgeon but also empathetic and helpful to his patients.
    May 13, 2024
    Dr. Tay was most knowledgeable about my 3 level stenosis ailment and his recommended course of treatment. He was one of the finest physicians I have ever spoken in the many medical contacts I have had in my many years. He was kind, understanding, patient, answered all of my questions and added much information that was pertinent to my treatment.
    May 04, 2024
    Dr. Tay in the 2 times I have seen him is amazing. I initially saw 2 other doctors before I found him. He closely listened to my concerns and paid attention to where I am in life to come up with a care plan that was considerate, thoughtful and right! I felt like an individual person not just another one coming thru the door. I will definitely stay with him and recommend him.
    May 04, 2024
    I have told anyone who will listen that your Spine Center is the very best because of the individual care, the concern for the patient and the outcome of their care.
    Apr 28, 2024
    Excellent, very professional, user friendly
    Apr 12, 2024
    Dr. Tay is a fine surgeon and communicator.
    Mar 15, 2024
    Dr. Tay: Thank You!!!!
    Mar 11, 2024
    Dr. Tay was terrific in every way, did wonderful job before, during, and after surgery (this visit)
    Mar 09, 2024
    Great facility and services
    Mar 08, 2024
    Dr. Tay devoted a great deal of the last session describing in great detail how the proposed surgery would be done and the risks involved.
    Mar 07, 2024
    Provider was very informative
    Dec 31, 2023
    Dr Tay was thorough in assessing my x-rays & MRI and explained the issues with my neck vertebrae and tradeoffs in what to resolve and how much to resolve before instability would be introduced to the joint and neck system.
    Dec 09, 2023
    Dr.Tay is an extraordinary communicator.
    Dec 07, 2023
    Meeting the Dr was very reassuring.
    Nov 02, 2023
    Dr, Tay was very therough with his explanations and recommendations.
    Oct 29, 2023
    I feel like I got gold standard care with Dr Tay and his team
    Oct 14, 2023
    I love dr tay!hes trying hard to get me well
    Oct 07, 2023
    Doctor Tay was just the best.
    Oct 01, 2023
    Dr. Tay is an exceptional man and surgeon. I've already referred several people to him and he performed surgery on a close friend, with perfect results!
    Sep 30, 2023
    Excellent patient experience. I felt DrTay cared about me.
    Sep 29, 2023
    Dr Tay and the PA. Were both awesome. They were helpful informative and listened tonall our questions and concerns with care.
    Sep 21, 2023
    care provider and team provided superior care
    Sep 21, 2023
    It is wonderful when a medical care provider, is clearly listening and asking clarifying questions. It is equally wonderful when that gentle and loving response exists at all levels of the care providers.
    Sep 20, 2023
    Dr. Tay is an exceptional person and physician. He is very attuned to the patients needs and person and extremely knowledgeable and skilled as a diagnostician and surgeon.
    Sep 14, 2023
    Care provider explained things in a way I understood.
    Sep 02, 2023
    Tay and staff are consistently helpful and informative.
    Aug 25, 2023
    My ortho Dr has been so accurate on the phases of what to expect during my recovery period.
    Aug 24, 2023
    Dr Tay was wonderful

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