--- title: "Dr. Darren W. Don | Physiatrist in San Carlos, CA | Sutter Health" description: "Dr. Darren W. Don, M.D. practices Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in San Carlos, CA. Accepting new patients." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-darren-w-don-1046234259" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Find a provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider) / 3. Darren W. Don, M.D. ![Darren W. Don, M.D.](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/ZOBey4YLa4eTqB1eXNwHoxXjza_MTmSvBPZMAWEVxss/1.0000/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) 4.8/5 [(398 ratings)](https://www.sutterhealth.org/star-ratings) # Darren W. Don, M.D. ## Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - Accepting new patients [301 Industrial RoadLevel 1San Carlos, CA 94070](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=301+Industrial+Road+San+Carlos%2C+CA+94070+US) ## Schedule appointment [650-596-4090](tel:+16505964090) Jump to: - [About](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-darren-w-don-1046234259#provider-about) - [Insurance](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-darren-w-don-1046234259#provider-health-plans) - [Locations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-darren-w-don-1046234259#provider-locations) - [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-darren-w-don-1046234259#provider-services) ## About Dr. Don Languages English Gender Male Uses [My Health Online](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/my-health-online) for scheduling and messaging ### Approach to care As a practitioner in physical medicine and rehabilitation, I am interested in treating musculoskeletal disorders including nerve problems such as carpal tunnel syndrome, joint problems such as rotator cuff tendinitis and knee arthritis, and spine disorders such as neck and low back pain. I strongly believe in treating the root cause of the disorder and not focusing on just relieving the symptoms. I believe in using a multidisciplinary approach which may include physical therapy exercises, lifestyle modifications, splinting/bracing, medications, and interventions such as epidural steroid injections. ### Professional highlights American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. ### Outside of medicine Outside of Medicine, Dr. Don enjoys mountain biking, skiing, running and guitar. ## Education and training **Medical school:** University of California at Los Angeles **Internship:** Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center **Residency:** Stanford University; Medical College of Wisconsin **Fellowship:** University of Michigan, Pain Management ## Board certifications - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation ## Affiliations ### Medical groups - Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group ## Accepted insurance Search plan or carrier name **Aetna (19 plans)** ### Aetna - Aetna Choice POS II - Aetna Select EPO - Aetna Select Open Access - Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA) - Aetna Student Health Program - Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA) - Health Fund POS - HMO - HMO Deductible Plans - Managed Choice POS - National Advantage Plan (NAP) - Open Access Elect Choice EPO - Open Access Managed Choice POS - Open Choice PPO - Quality Point of Service (QPOS) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) - Copay Plan - Open Access Aetna Select - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) ACA High Deductible Health Plan POS II (ACA HDHP-POS II) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) High Deductible Health Plan POS II (HDHP POS II) - Traditional Choice **Alignment (4 plans)** ### Alignment - Alignment Health Plan My Choice (Medicare Advantage PPO) - Alignment Health Sutter Advantage +More (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage PPO) **Anthem Blue Cross of California (21 plans)** ### Anthem Blue Cross of California - Advantage HMO - Advantage PPO (Tier 1) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO Saver Small Group Plan - Anthem Blue Cross HMO, also sometimes known as California Care or Rural Cal Care (includes CalPERS Traditional HMO) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO/POS (California Care Plus) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual and Family EPO Bronze/Silver/Gold/Platinum-Covered California (Pathway - EPO) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Blue Cross Small Group HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum PPO (Prudent Buyer Plan) - Anthem High Performance Narrow Network - Anthem Medicare Preferred PPO Medicare Advantage Plans for Group Retirees - Behavioral Health Program - BlueCard - CareAdvocate PPO - Direct Access - Federal Employee Program (FEP) - PPO - GeoBlue - Indemnity - Managed Care Services - My Choice PPO - SmartSense **Blue Shield of California (24 plans)** ### Blue Shield of California - Active Choice PPO - Administrative Services Only (ASO) - Self-Funded PPO - Blue Shield $0 Cost Share PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield Access+ HMO CalPERS Limited Network - Blue Shield Access+ HMO Plan - Blue Shield Added Advantage POS (Point-Of-Service) Plan**Note:** - PPO Benefit Level - Blue Shield Bronze PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield CalPERS EPO - Blue Shield CalPERS Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Gold PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Life and Health Insurance Company - Blue Shield Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Minimum Coverage PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield of California PPO/EPO (aka Full Network PPO/EPO) - Blue Shield Platinum PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Silver PPO (IFP & Small Group) - BlueCard Plan - Federal Employee Program - PPO**Note:** - FEP accesses Anthem Blue Cross for Hospital Providers - Indemnity - PERS Platinum PPO - Shared Advantage - PPO/EPO and Shared Advantage Plus - PPO/EPO (Full Network PPO) - UC Care PPO - University of California HealthSavings+ - Vital Shield 900 Plans Coverage can vary, so we suggest confirming with your health plan and provider’s office before your visit. ## Care locations [San Carlos Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/san-carlos-center-1043246914) 301 Industrial Road Level 1 San Carlos, CA 94070 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=301+Industrial+Road+San+Carlos%2C+CA+94070+US) [650-596-4090](tel:+16505964090) 650-551-7089 Sunday Closed Monday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Tuesday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Wednesday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Thursday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Friday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Saturday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm **View additional hours** Sunday Closed Monday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Tuesday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Wednesday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Thursday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Friday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Saturday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm ## Areas of expertise Explore the services and treatments this provider may offer. **Clinical expertise** ### Procedures - [Sports rehabilitation](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/sports-injury-and-orthopedic-rehabilitation) ### Conditions - Musculoskeletal Injuries - Orthopedic Sports Injuries - Spinal Diseases ## Related services offered by Sutter - [Physical therapy and rehabilitation](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/physical-therapy-and-rehabilitation) - [Cardiac rehabilitation](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/cardiac-rehabilitation) - [Cancer rehabilitation](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/cancer-rehabilitation) - [Outpatient rehabilitation](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/outpatient-rehabilitation) - 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