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Bobby K-B Tay, MD

Spine SurgeryVice Chair, Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Spine Parnassus
866-817-7463
Portrait of Bobby K-B Tay
Portrait of Bobby K-B Tay
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Bobby K-B Tay, MD

Spine SurgeryVice Chair, Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Spine Parnassus
866-817-7463

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About me

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.

Education & training

Board certification

  • Orthopaedic Surgery, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Fellowship

  • Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Miami

Degree

  • MD, UCSF School of Medicine

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    Average rating

    4.9
    4.9 out of 5 Stars
    385 ratings
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    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      March 18, 2026

      Dr Tay and his staff are the best

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      March 13, 2026

      Dr Tay and his colleagues are great to work with

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      March 11, 2026

      I felt listened to and that I was in excellent hands.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      March 9, 2026

      Both Uyen & Dr. Tay have almost been outstanding practitioners. Their thorough understanding combined with their slow & thoughtful explanation of my issues have brought me great comfort during as we continue to evaluate & re-evaluate the complexities of my case. I'm incredibly grateful to have them on my team of doctors.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      March 6, 2026

      Clearly, Dr. Tay is outstanding. He had to rush through my visit due to the scheduling error mentioned earlier, but iin my shortened visit, he gave me his full attention, listened with laser focus and gave a clear explanation of options for treatment. His bedside manner is personable and respectful.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      March 4, 2026

      Care provider excelled in every aspect of This consultation visit.

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