Jump to content

Choose locationChoose Location
  • Sign in or Enroll
    • Open I want to choose my medical group or hospital
    • Clear my location
Change Location
Sutter Health
  • Video Visits
  • Find Doctors
  • Find Locations
  • Treatments & Services
  • Locations
  • Sign in or Enroll
    • Video Visits
    • Find Doctors
    • Find Locations
    • Treatments & Services
    • COVID-19 Resources
    • Pay a Bill
    • Symptom Checker
    • Get Care Today
    • Health & Wellness
    • Classes & Events
    • Research & Clinical Trials
    • For Patients
    • About Sutter Health
    • Giving
    • Volunteering
    • Careers
    • News
    • For Medical Professionals
    • Other Business Services
Close Search
  • Home
  • Find Doctor
  • Heidi Tonken, M.D.
Content
provider6817

Add to Favorites: Heidi Tonken, M.D.

You have reached the maximum number of doctors to add to your list of favorites.

You have reached the maximum number of doctors to add to your list of favorites.

Heidi Tonken, M.D.
4.8 /5
156 surveys
About These Ratings

Heidi Tonken, M.D.

Mountain View Center 701 E. El Camino Real South Wing, 1st Floor Mountain View, CA 94040
  • View Map of 701 E. El Camino Real,Mountain View,CA 94040
(650) 934-7111
  • Offers MyHealth Online
    This provider offers Sutter Health's electronic health record with the following online services:
    - Email your doctor's office
    - Prescription refills
    - View test results
    - Proxy access for caregivers
    - Track immunizations
    - Secure mobile access
    - Schedule an appointment*
    - Pay bills online*

    * Services with an asterisk vary by doctor.
Specialties:

Orthopedic Medicine

Accepting new patients

Your Care Team May Offer Video Visits

Please contact your provider's office for availability.

Accepted Health Plans

Below is a list of plans accepted by this doctor.

While we strive to keep this list up to date, it's always a good idea to check with your health plan to determine the specific details of your coverage, and to contact the doctor's office to verify acceptance of your particular plan.

Open View all Plans

Affiliations

Medical Affiliations

Palo Alto Medical Foundation

-  Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group

Sutter Medical Network

Practice Locations

View Map of 701 E. El Camino Real,Mountain View,CA,94040
Address:
Mountain View Center701 E. El Camino Real South Wing, 1st Floor Mountain View, CA 94040
  • View Map of 701 E. El Camino Real,Mountain View,CA,94040
(650) 934-7111

Credentials & Notables

Medical School:

Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA, 1988

Residency:

Kaiser Permanente Medical Center, Oakland and McGill University, Quebec

Internship:

Kaiser Permanente Medical Center, Oakland

Fellowship:

Harry J. Buncke Microsurgery Research Fellowship San Francisco, California

Languages

Primary Language(s)

English

Additional Language(s)

French (Basic)

Publications

Critical Ischemia Time in Microvascular Transfer of the Serratus Anterior and Gracilis Muscles. Basic and applied myology: Perspectives for the 90's

  • Article
  • Unipress Padova

Yim, K., Briones, R, Lineaweaver, W., Tonken, H., Hansen, M., Pearl R., Buncke, H.J.

1991

Microvascular Transfer of the Gastrocnemius Muscle in Rats

  • Article
  • Microsurgery

Tonken, H., Zhang, F., Sudekum, A., Newlin, L., Buncke, H.J., Lineaweaver, W.C.

1993

Microvascular transfer of the Rectus Abdominis Muscle and Myocutaneous Flap in rats

  • Article
  • Microsurgery

Zhang, F., Lineaweaver, W., Kao, S., Tonken, H., Degnan, K., Newlin, L., and Buncke, H.J.

1993

Experimental Microvenous Thrombosis following Anastomosis with A Knotted Suture

  • Article
  • Microsurgery

Tonken, H., Zhang, F., et al.

1995

Primary Common Bile Duct Anastomosis in the Rat Using Microsurgical Techniques

  • Article
  • Microsurgery

Chausmorn, C., Lineaweaver, WC., Tonken, H., Zhang, F., Buncke, H., et al

1994

Additional Information

Professional Interests
ACL joint pathology, Adolescent athletes, Arthritis of the shoulder, hip & knee, Impingement syndrome, Knee disorders, Non-surgical management of orthopedic problems, Pediatric sports medicine, Rotator cuff and shoulder instability, Rotator cuff injuries, Shoulder dislocation, Shoulder disorders, Sports-related injuries, Viscosupplementation injections

Community Activities

Former physician for Monta Vista High School football team, former volunteer physician for the San Francisco National Bodybuilding Championship

Personal Interests

Dr. Tonken enjoys travel, biking, and tennis. She also enjoys the arts, including theatre, ballet and art museums. She especially enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters.

Philosophy of Care

I have practiced non-operative orthopedics for more than 20 years. My areas of expertise are sports injuries and arthritic joint pain. My medical background did not follow a traditional path; in addition to orthopedics, I have training and experience practicing general surgery, plastic and reconstructive surgery, urgent care and occupational medicine. As a result, I bring a broad perspective to my clinical practice, beyond that of a standard orthopedic evaluation.

Of particular value to my patients is my knowledge of the nonsurgical options available to them. I am particularly sensitive to the fears and anxieties that many patients experience with injuries and illnesses. For example, I have learned that some patients believe they may not need surgery, and that the physician may not have completely considered the nonsurgical alternatives before recommending surgery. I have also learned that many patients worry they may not be able to return to their preinjury state of health. These are just a few examples of my familiarity with patients' concerns, and why I place such an emphasis on discussing those concerns with patients.

I also believe it is important for patients to participate actively in the decision-making process. I believe that such discussions lead to more comprehensive evaluations and appropriately tailored treatments. Other important features of my philosophy of care are my emphasis on prevention, patient education and overall general health.

I believe that my unique perspective on the nonsurgical aspects of patient care adds greatly to my patients' overall experience, irrespective of whether they actually undergo surgery.

My perspective as a non-operative orthopedist adds an important dimension to patients seeking orthopedic care at PAMF.

Ask an Expert

I have heard about hyaluronic acid injections for knee pain. What are they, and who is a candidate for this therapy?

The hyaluronic acid in the injection is similar to the HA that occurs naturally in knee joints. Hyaluronic injections can be very helpful for certain patients who suffer from osteoarthritis in the knee, and may... continue reading  about  I have heard about hyaluronic acid injections for knee pain. What are they, and who is a candidate for this therapy?

Related Service Lines

  • Orthopedic Services

Disclaimer

This physician directory is provided as a convenience to you. It is not intended as a recommendation, referral or endorsement of any particular provider. Physicians are not employees or agents of Sutter Health or its affiliates. The information is submitted by each doctor and we make no guarantee or warranty as to the accuracy of the information. Sutter Health is not responsible for any loss or damage caused by your reliance on this information. You should verify the accuracy of the information directly with the physician's office.

All doctors on this site are affiliated with Sutter's network of care - members of the medical staff of Sutter-affiliated hospitals, affiliated medical groups, and independent practice associations that participate in clinical initiatives. Doctors do not pay a fee to be included in this directory. If a physician ceases to fall within one of the categories noted, he/she would no longer be listed on the site. Doctors meeting your search criteria are presented in alphabetical order by last name, or by geographic proximity if a zip code has been used as search criterion. Find out more about star ratings.

The Sutter Health Network of Care
Expertise to fit your needs
Primary Care

Check-ups, screenings and sick visits for adults and children.

Specialty Care

Expertise and advanced technologies in all areas of medicine.

Emergency Care

For serious accidents, injuries and conditions that require immediate medical care.

Urgent Care

After-hours, weekend and holiday services.

Walk-In Care

Convenient walk-in care clinics for your non-urgent health needs.

About Sutter

  • About Our Network
  • Annual Report
  • Awards
  • Community Benefit
  • Contact Us
  • News
  • Giving
  • Find Care

  • Birth Centers
  • Care Centers
  • Emergency Rooms
  • Hospitals
  • Imaging
  • Labs
  • Surgery Centers
  • Urgent Care
  • Walk-In Care
  • View All >
  • Featured Services

  • Behavioral Health
  • Cancer Services
  • Family Medicine
  • Home Health and Hospice
  • Orthopedics
  • Pediatrics
  • Pregnancy
  • Primary Care
  • Women's Health
  • View All >
  • Patient Resources

  • Accepted Health Plans
  • Classes and Events
  • Estimate Costs
  • Health and Wellness
  • Medical Records
  • Medicare Advantage
  • My Health Online
  • Pay a Bill
  • Symptom Checker
  • Our Team

  • For Employees
  • Physician Careers
  • Recruiting Events
  • Residencies and Fellowships
  • Sutter Careers
  • Vendors
  • Volunteers
    • ADA Accessibility
    • Contact
    • Privacy
    • Do Not Sell My Personal Information

    • LinkedIn Opens new window
    • YouTube Opens new window
    • Facebook Opens new window
    • Twitter Opens new window
    • Glassdoor Opens new window
    • Instagram Opens new window

    Copyright © 2022 Sutter Health. All rights reserved. Sutter Health is a registered trademark of Sutter Health ®, Reg. U.S. Patent & Trademark office.

    Cookie Policy

    We use cookies to give you the best possible user experience. By continuing to use the site, you agree to the use of cookies. Privacy Policy Cookie Preferences

    Privacy Policy Cookie Preferences