Dr. Joseph X. Kou, Walnut Creek CA

I was able to get in to see Dr. Kou when my arthritic ankle flared up recently. He was as nice and professional as could be. He took x-rays, and he took care of it immediately. I was in and out of there, pain-free, in about 45 minutes. I would definately recommend him.

Great Experience! Professional, knowledgeable and to the point. The entire staff is efficient and work together with Dr. Kou to make a great, dedicated team!

Dr. Kou managed to accommodate me in spite of his booked schedule when I could not walk with a mid foot problem. I was scheduled to leave for a cruise planned a year ago. He was kind and patient, identified the problem and fixed it and I was able to make this trip fully recovered. I would highly recommend him.

Dr. Kou (and his PA Megan Smith) is a first class people doctor and surgeon. After tearing my achilles over a weekend, I saw Dr. Kou 2 days later and he addressed all of my concerns and questions and understood what was important to me post surgery. He recommended surgery as my best outcome and performed successfuly surgery the following day. I had a follow-up most recently at 18 weeks post surgery and got clearance to resume my normal recreational activities (light hiking and golf) at modest levels while indicating that full recovery is realized around the 6 month mark. I have recently learned that Dr. Kou has performed surgery on a couple of people I know in the past year and they have the same great experience and positive surgical results.

I saw Dr. Kou on February 6,2023 and he immediately scheduled me for surgery the next morning. As an athlete it was very important for me to get the best care possible. He performed an amazing on my Achilles and got me back to playing in 9 months! I highly recommend him for anyone who is seeking care from an orthopedics physician.

Dr Kou has been a real pleasure he took care of my problems and so far everything is good I highly recommend him his staff is just as friendly and helpful as he is. He keeps me working and has done more for me than any other podiatrist has. Thank you Dr Kou

I understand the need total ankle replacements are rather rare compared to other joints. That is why I’m so pleased that Dr Kuo was recommended to me. I got 2nd and 3rd opinions and Dr Kuo is truly on the cutting edge of technology.
X-rays showed I had no cartilage remaining before my surgery now I can walk with endurance with pain.

Dr. Kou is an excellent surgeon and he showed great interest in my wellbeing. I had smoked for over 50 years and did not want to quit, be he convinced me to actually quit. My ankle replacement is healed. Thank you, Doctor Kou.

Dr Kou was very knowledgeable and helped answer all my questions. I’d recommend him to anyone! Thanks!

Dr. Josphen kou takes the time to answer all questions you have and very understandable lot of his team I would recommend

Dr. Kou is the top surgeon in his field. Truly a gifted surgeon. A doctor who has both empathy and compassion is a rare find.

Dr Kou performed a total ankle replacement in August, 2021. He is a wonderful surgeon within great interpersonal skills. Pre-surgery, he did a great job describing my medical options with the issue I had. The surgery and recovery went exactly as he had described. Today, I have an ankle with all the mobility, etc.as a human ankle with no pain, something that I could not conceive could happen thinking back 3 years ago. I recommend him highly.

Dr Kou is the without question the most skilled and knowledgeable orthopedist in NorCal, especially for all things foot and ankle. I did the research. He is the man. My journey included asking him to fix damage done by a less skilled professional, he embraced the challenge and a year later I am walking 18holes of golf like before this drama began. Trust this guy.

I’ve seen Dr. Kou for foot surgery (arthrodesis) and he did it so well I was able to return to all of my sports even better than I was previously. I asked him to fuse the bone/toe at an upward angle so I could torque off of it, and he pulled it off! This is the best group of doctors you’re ever going to find, and I have 6 surgeries to prove it. Better every time!

I had a surgery on my right foot by Dr. Joseph Kou in May 2022. The surgery went smoothly, and I have recovered mostly in 4 months. I was able to walk and took a cruise trip in April 2023. I would like to express my sincerely appreciation to Dr. Kou.

My consultation was amazing and I am looking forward to my surgery which will allow me to walk again without pain. I highly recommend this doctor

Dr Kou is legit. My young athletic daughter and I have seen him 3x over the years for various foot, ankle and toe injuries. He understands the bones, healing process and provides realistic expectations. He is not quick to operate unless it's really necessary. He can repair past surgery mistakes. He's professional and thorough. I would highly recommend Dr Kou.

I went in for a rolled ankle taking forever to get better. Dr. Kou right away set me up for physical therapy so I won’t need surgery. Very friendly, professional and listened to me. I highly recommend Dr. Kou

Dr Kou is, in my opinion based on the service I received and the outcome of the surgeries, a first class diagnostician and surgeon. He took me on time for every office visit (unlike most physicians) and finished the visit and any related exams in a very reasonable time. He answered all of my questions directly and gave me evidence and confidence that I could trust what he said. His PA is also very good in her role as an associate of Dr. Kou and an integral member of the treatment team.