Bakersfield-Truxtun, CA Orthopedic Clinic
Spine Care • Bakersfield, CA • 2 (main clinic at 5201 Truxtun Avenue; outpatient surgery center at 2400 Bahamas Drive) locations
Clinic Type
Spine Care
Address
5201 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301? (main clinic); 2400 Bahamas Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93309 (outpatient surgery center)
Phone
661-328-5565
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Opening Hours
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m
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Services Offered
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FAQs
What services are available at SCOI Bakersfield clinic?
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Musculoskeletal Ultrasound, Orthobiologics, Outpatient Surgery, Physical and Occupational Therapy, Same-Day Appointments, Workers’ Compensation Program, Telemedicine Services.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Birdeye: 4.3 out of 5 stars (302 reviews)
- Healthgrades (Dr. Fadi Saied): 4.96 out of 5 (likelihood of recommending) (409 ratings)
- U.S. News & World Report (Dr. Christopher D. Hamilton): Not explicitly stated as a single score, but noted as highly recommended (243 reviews)
Patients praise
- Staff is frequently described as friendly, helpful, and professional
- Many patients report successful treatment outcomes and compassionate care
- Convenience of having integrated services like diagnostics and physical therapy on-site
- Physicians are often praised for being knowledgeable and listening to patient concerns
Common complaints
- Some patients report dismissive or rude behavior from specific physicians
- Concerns regarding lack of clear communication or treatment plans for certain conditions
- Some patients felt their pain or concerns were not adequately addressed or were minimized
"Dr. Mandalaywala listened to all my concerns and offered what I am hoping will be a successful treatment plan."
— Birdeye Review"I have seen multiple doctors at SCOI over the years, and have found all of them to be very pleasant and helpful. Unfortunately, I can not say the same about Dr. Merriman. He was very rude and dismissive."
— Healthgrades Review (Dr. Jarrad Merriman)"If you are looking for a Dr in Bakersfield who is compassionate, incredibly knowledgeable, and professional, he’s your guy."
— Healthgrades Review (Dr. Fadi Saied)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
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- Dr. Belinda H. Tan, MD - Pathologist in Bakersfield, CA — May 14, 2026
- June Somsin Salvo, DO - VIPN — Feb 22, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
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Summary: The Spine and Orthopedic Center is a private medical practice specializing in orthopedic conditions of the shoulder, elbow, wrist/hand, hip, knee, ankle, and foot. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Santa Barbara, CA, the practice operates 7 offices across California, including a location in Bakersfield, CA (2725 16th St., Bakersfield, CA 93301). They employ about 27 staff and offer a range of orthopedic services across multiple sites. Contact for Bakersfield: (check local listing for the exact number) but the Bakersfield address is 2725 16th St., Bakersfield, CA 93301.
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