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- Knee Surgery
- Shoulder Surgery
- Sports Medicine
Biography
Dr. Viess is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with subspecialty board certification in sports medicine.He delivers care at Stanford Health Care – ValleyCare in Pleasanton. Dr. Viess focuses on arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine, with a special interest in arthroscopic reconstruction of the shoulder and knee.
Topics include the biomechanics of pitching, and shoulder and elbow injuries in the throwing athlete. Dr. Viess is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery and a member of the California Orthopaedic Association.
He strives to offer his patients the most advanced, least invasive surgical procedures, including ACL reconstruction, meniscal surgery, and arthroscopic rotator cuff and labral repairs. Dr. Viess has extensive experience in the management and treatment of sports- related orthopedic injuries. He served as Assistant Team Physician
for Major League Baseball’s Oakland As, providing game coverage and conducting pre- and post-season physical exams. For six years, Dr. Viess directed the Stanford Health Care – ValleyCare Sports Medicine Program. He also served as the team physician for Granada High School in Livermore, California.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Viess has conducted research, including a 10-year review of clinical satisfaction, revision rates, and radiographic evidence of stem fixation associated with the Ultimate-C femoral stem. He also led a study evaluating capsular sling repair during total hip arthroplasty.
Dr. Viess has made numerous presentations to peers and to the community. Peer-targeted topics include graft selection in ACL reconstruction, concussion
management, and on-field management of spine injuries. At the Lake Tahoe Sports Medicine Conference, he has presented lectures on PCL ruptures, multi-ligament knee injuries, and AC joint sprains. He also has delivered lectures for family practitioners on the evaluation and physical examination
of orthopaedic patients. For the community, Dr. Viess has made presentations at health fairs and schools. Topics include the biomechanics of pitching, and shoulder and elbow injuries in the throwing athlete.
Dr. Viess is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery and a member of the California Orthopaedic Association.
Topics include the biomechanics of pitching, and shoulder and elbow injuries in the throwing athlete. Dr. Viess is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery and a member of the California Orthopaedic Association.
He strives to offer his patients the most advanced, least invasive surgical procedures, including ACL reconstruction, meniscal surgery, and arthroscopic rotator cuff and labral repairs. Dr. Viess has extensive experience in the management and treatment of sports- related orthopedic injuries. He served as Assistant Team Physician
for Major League Baseball’s Oakland As, providing game coverage and conducting pre- and post-season physical exams. For six years, Dr. Viess directed the Stanford Health Care – ValleyCare Sports Medicine Program. He also served as the team physician for Granada High School in Livermore, California.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Viess has conducted research, including a 10-year review of clinical satisfaction, revision rates, and radiographic evidence of stem fixation associated with the Ultimate-C femoral stem. He also led a study evaluating capsular sling repair during total hip arthroplasty.
Dr. Viess has made numerous presentations to peers and to the community. Peer-targeted topics include graft selection in ACL reconstruction, concussion
management, and on-field management of spine injuries. At the Lake Tahoe Sports Medicine Conference, he has presented lectures on PCL ruptures, multi-ligament knee injuries, and AC joint sprains. He also has delivered lectures for family practitioners on the evaluation and physical examination
of orthopaedic patients. For the community, Dr. Viess has made presentations at health fairs and schools. Topics include the biomechanics of pitching, and shoulder and elbow injuries in the throwing athlete.
Dr. Viess is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery and a member of the California Orthopaedic Association.
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Professional Summary
Education & Certifications
- Board Certification: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (2010)
- Board Certification: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery (2007)
- Fellowship: Tahoe Orthopedics Sports Medicine Fellowship (2005) NV
- Residency: St Marys Medical Center Orthopedic Residency (2004) CA
- Residency: UCSF Dept of General Surgery (2000) CA
- Medical Education: Rosalind Franklin University The Chicago Medical School (1998) IL
Practice Locations
Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine in Pleasanton Pleasanton, CA
Pleasanton, CA
Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine in Pleasanton
5725 W Las Positas Blvd, Suite 200
Pleasanton , CA 94588
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Patient Reviews
(257 reviews)
Dr veiss was easy to talk to and he Explained my problem in eaay to understand language.
Dr. Viess is the best doctor I have seen in years. He explains things so well and treats patients respectfully.
Dr. Viess. Is an excellent doctor, he has a warm and reassuring manner with his patients and takes the time to explain things really clearly. I am grateful to have him as my doctor.
Thank you, Dr. Viess!
Excellent listen, clear treatment options
Dr Veiss is on it.
DR's, PA's and reception staff pleasant and knowledgeable.
Absolutely adore Dr. Viess, great doctor even better human.
Have been a patient for a long time, prior to his joining Stanford. Appreciate his medical knowledge, knowledge of my issues before joining a call or entering the room, multiple recommendations for treatment when available, and overall demeanor.
Great Doctor
Dr. Viess is phenomenal. His bedside manner is impeccable. He is so personal and thorough. I’ve been impressed with the professionalism, kindness and knowledge throughout my knee surgery journey. Thank you.
Excellent care
Dr Viess was early to the appointment. He is easy to talk to and understand. He explained the MRI results in a way that I can understand my issue.
Dr Viess Is a great Dr
Amazing and caring doctor
Love Dr. Viess!
Dr Viess is one of the most trusted and respected doctors I have ever seen. He has always been very thorough in explaining things and has a great personality.
Very professional.
Already referred friends
Excellent care
Outstanding first consultation!
Exceptional
The doctor was so caring and made me felt heard.
His attention to my priorities as noticiable and appreciated.
His clear communication of medical information was also helpful, especially putting int in context of "normal wear and tear". It is important to me to hear what aspects of my condition I should or should not be concerned about.
I appreciated his flexibility in making decisions for further diagnosis and /or treatment based on how I answered his questions.
Vvery well organized support staff, Dr listened to my concerns re pain.
He is easy to talk with, upbeat and straightforward and explains the process you will be going through. Explains everything to make sure you understand everything about the process he will be preforming.
A pleasure to visit this Dr.
Super efficient!
In good manner front desk
Doctor Viess is professional and caring !
Incredible doctor and PA
Dr Viess was wonderful.
The best!!!!!
Very thorough
Exceptional service! Kind, considerate and very informative.
Everyone from front desk staff to the x-ray tech to the doctor were all very friendly and kind.
The care that Dr. Viess has provided me over 10+ years has been exceptional.
Veiss cares about patients
Dr.Viess was very helpful. He listened to my questions and addressed those. Very Professional.
Really listens. Personable.
Great visit
Thank you for the clear explaination of the issue and steps to move forward.
Excellent
Everyone was very attentive, helpful. Dr Viess and the staff were very knowledgeable. It was a very good start to the process of caring for my concern
knowlegable, efficient, personable
Outstanding
Personable and knowledgeable
Dr. Viess is great
I think Dr. Viess is an excellent doctor. He’s easy to talk to, and I feel comfortable discussing my medical issues with him.
He was excellent! Answered all my question
great doctor...easy to talk to ...AND really good at answering my questions in a slow calm manner...putting me at ease.
Dr Viess is just down right personable and caring. The best.
Dr Veiss was very friendly and knowledgeable. He explained our options and so glad to meet him.
great Dr.
I think the service from Dr Veiss and his staff is excellent
Very knowledgeable. Listens well
He is a very good doctor and has a good sense of humor
Dr Veiss is wonderful.
I am so appreciative of the excellent care that I am receiving from Dr Viess and his staff!!!!
Dr. Viess did a great job of explaining of what my issues were.
As always, Dr. Viess is a caring, thoughtful doctor that communicates well.
very good on explaining your option and care
God job of explaining my treatment options
Doctor was on time for appointment
Excellent care and recommend Dr Viess
Entire staff was awesome. The flow of the office ran smoothly, and was very organized.
Dr. Viess Ortho's office staff is exceptional. Dr. Vieiss is also an outstanding provider and listens to his patient's concerns to find the best treatment plan. I'm so thankful for Dr. Viess.
Every step of the way with Dr. Viess has been excellent.
Outstanding Care Givers
Excellent patient care
Quality doctor
Dr. Viess is just the best in his field
Excellent service
The staff was very friendly and professional and I was in and out of my appointment in record time!
Lobby was clean and quiet. Wait time was short. Dr. Viess was very friendly and comforting and explained next steps.
I really liked this doctor
Starting with the front desk, to the wonderful MA, to the VERY nice MD, everything was a perfect experience. As a SHC employee with a patient experience I have no complaints!
The doctor is great. I’m not sure about his staff. I spoke with the doctor two weeks ago. He said hed send a referral to physical therapy at John Muir, that didn’t happen. I had to call back two weeks later to figure out why I’d received no call or info. He also said he would look into getting a gel injection approved through my insurance. I still haven’t heard back about that (and don’t expect to). My MRI order was sent a week after the doctor ordered it. Why it took a week to send the order, I don’t understand.
very efficient, nice people
He was on time, informed, patient and a good listner
personable and friendly
Great staff! Dr.Viess has excellent knowledge, caring and very professional
Exceptional appointment today. Great experience!
Dr. Viess is exceptional!
Really impressed with this physician.
Dr Viess and staff are alway courteous and professional. Dr Viess takes a vested interest in his patients.
Very caring, professional, and personable.
Dr Viess is the best, I like him as my doctor
Jennifer, Dr. Veiss and xray were all phenominal
I have recommended this MD to others.
Excellent doctor and he gives excellent care!
Dr. Viess is excellent, great bedside manners and concern for the patient needs
Excellent at explaining the situation in language I fully understand
Great experience from the office staff to Dr. Viess and everyone in between.
Doctor Viess is the best.
Very caring doctor and highly professional
Dr. Veiss is an amazing physician
I find Dr. Viess to be very friendly, approachable and open to questions. I am confident in his explanations and approach to my shoulder problems.
Same day appointment after an injury and the quality of the care was exceptional
Very professional
Dr. Viess was very thorough in his explanation of my diagnosis and plan moving forward. He answered all my questions and we came up with a good plan. I appreciate his professionalism!
Dr. Viess and his staff are always there to help make you feel better!!
Dr Veiss was awesome
I have referred friends to Dr Viess because I think he is an excellent doctor and has a great patient rapport.
Professional pleasant competent efficient excellent communicator. Thank you.
Efficient office, Dr Viess very friendly and helpful, professional. Rudy (imaging) also very professional.
I’ve been a patient of Dr. Viess for over 10-15 years. He’s so personal besides being an expert in his practice. I consider him to as a friend also. I’m lucky to have him and all my other Doctors at Stanford Health Care. Thanks!
Dr. Viess gets right to the point! Staff prepares for his procedure. Know what to expect with my situation.very good.
Dr. Veiss is great!
Excellent and prompt service
Dr veiss takes his time and does suck a great job
Very impressive
Outstanding experienced surgeon and medical professionals
Excellent service and attention care received.
I arrived early since I come from 2 hours away . Got me in early and out quickly ! No real waiting . Dr Viess is worth the drive!
Dr Viess is the best.
Love Dr Steven Viess. He explans things so the average person can understand them. Wonderful bedside manner. Does not rush you. You feel very relaxed with him.
Dr. Weiss very professional, taking care patient’s problems right away, he is very kind, always smiles.
Excellent care and efficient
No weakness is service. Dr Viess exceeded any expectation I had. The checkin went well, your X-Ray tech was excellent great attitude and check out was great.
Kind knowledgeable efficient professional. I would recommend Dr Viess and his care team to any one with orthopedic needs. This was my second surgery need and have always felt safe and in good hands. Have one more surgery requirement soon in right shoulder and have little to know.concerns.
Dr. Viess is always very good. Also, staff are very professional.
He is such a nice man. Totally trust this doctor. You are lucky to have him.
Dr. Viess is Great, I'm thankful to have him as a doctor
Dr Veiss as always, does an amazing job treating his patients.
Everyone was friendly and professional. On time and thorough.
Loved see Dr. Veiss. Great technique giving a Duriolane shot in the knee. Practically pain free & in and out in less than half an hour
Dr. Viess is a fantastic orthopedic doctor and takes his time with the patient.
Dr Venus’s provided my with all the information I needed and answered all my questions that related to shoulders I general. He is a gracious individual and has wonderful manse with patients!!
I appreciate my Dr.& staff for taking gd care & treatment for me,
Love Dr Veiss
Dr. Viess is kind, personable and very patient centered. I had my second visit with him today. I scheduled the first after having concerns about the approach another surgeon was taking for my recovery/rehabilitation. I’m so glad that I switched to Dr. Viess. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone else.
He is extremely nice and understanding and explained everything !
very friendly and professional
I was very happy and comfortable with Dr. Stephen Viess. He was thorough and explained everything very well. He also took the time to ask if I had any questions and did not rush me, which I am very grateful for. As a senior citizen I sometimes feel we are passed along like we’re insignificant. He did not act like that at all!
Very good doctor, listen and tell how it is
Dr. Veis was great as usual
Steve Viess is a very good doctor
Great doctor, wouldn’t go to anyone else
I was helped to understand the reason for my knee pain and what my options are.
Nice courtesy
I've been seeing Dr. Viess for about 10 years. He is simply the best doctor ever!!!
Dr Viess is the best orthopedic doctor in all Tri Valley.
Very nice
Love Dr. Veiss. Would recommend him to anyone.
My main concern is getting in and out as quickly as possible and this was very smooth today - THANK YOU!
Excellent Pt. Rapport
Dr. Viess is someone that I would recommend to anyone with shoulder or knee problems.
Dr. Viess has always been a caring doctor who really takes time to listen to me. He tries to find the best solution.
I really appreciate the time Dr. Viess took to discuss my options.
excellent specialist
Excellent
Dr Viess. Is an excellent doctor. I would recommend him to my friends.
I love my Dr. He's the best orthopedic doctor!
Very personable with good communication.
Dr. Viess and staff are the best and very caring!!
Dr Viess is very patient and listened to my concerns.
Friendly, trustworthy and understands my fears, apprehension of surgery in general.
I am confident that Dr. Viess is extremely knowledgeable and that I am in good hands.
I really like Dr. Viess.
The doctor was on time and had vey good questions and made a recommendation quickly
Very professional staff
Dr Viess is the best
Great visit and diagnosis
Quick and efficient appointment.
Taken in on time
Dr. Weiss is very professional, friendly and it has a good bedside manner. He listens and makes you feel listen to self. Would definitely recommend.
Dr Viess is a wonderful Dr. He takes the time to listen and he gives well thought out advise to help with pain management and healing.
Dr. Veiss is wonderful. He thoroughly explained my options for care and patiently answered all my questions.
Dr.Viess is the best Dr I have ever used. I actually followed him from Webster. What a great addition to Stanford!
Dr. Viess was thorough with his explanations and also interpretations with my MRI. I was able to make an appointment for treatment for the very next day that included the time.
My husband and I love this man & Dr. We have followed him from practice to practice. Great bed side manner & personality. Explains procedures in a manner you can understand.
Very nice and polite
Excellent doctor very knowledgeable and great bed side manner!
Dr. Viess is very knowledgable, professional, and friendly. He took time to explain and educate me. I felt very comfortable, empowered, and would highly recommend him.
I finally felt heard! Bravo Dr Veiss!
The entire experince was great.
Dr. Viess has great bedside manner. He is kind, patient, and cares about his patients. Happy with my experience!
Dr Viess explained all the options
He's great. I appreciate his care.
Staff and physician very friendly and professional.
This was my first experience with orthopedic surgery and I have to admit I was scared. However, from day one, Dr. Viess made me feel comfortable and assured like I'd known him for years. He was attentive, sensitive, informative and funny through my recovery making the process much more tolerable. I can barely express my gratitude to him and his team.
Dr. Viess is wonderful.
Dr Viess is very knowledgeable and supportive.
Great doctor and very clear with subject at hand...
Dr Viess is a competent and experienced doctor. I trust him to make decisions about my care.
Dr Viess is a excellent doctor.
Dr. Vies was excellent in explaining the injury and options for treatment. I went with option #2 which has given me relief from excruciating pain. His demeanor was very pleasant and empathetic to my concerns. I would highly recommend him.
Excellent care
Dr. Viess is a great doctor.
Exceptional. Dr. Veiss added clarity and a n immediate solution to a problem that has been aproblem for several yeats. n r
Explains things well & shows xrays.
He was excellent
Thanks for the info and for not pressuring me to make a decision to get surgery.
Hope every doctor at SHC is as through and considerate as Dr.Viess
Quick, easy, convenient.
Always a great experience
Dr Viess is the best
Love the doctor and staff
Gave me several options to consider. Liked my choice.
Outstanding positive experience. Very efficient. Pleasant atmosphere. Great staff. Excellent doctor. Very caring and knowledgeable..
always nice and accommodating!
Dr. Viess always spends time needed to go over health issues and care
From the receptionist, nurse and Dr. Viess are wonderful and caring.
Great doctor.
Dr.Viess is Excellence provider!!
Very easy to talk to and he is a very good listener.
He is the BEST!!
He is very helpful and communicate with detail information to help decision.
Thanks,
A very good Doctor, very informative and caring.
Everyone on the staff was so friendly and engaged with me. Dr Veiss is so knowledgeable and kind.
great doctor. very informative. would recommend him to anyone.
Great doctor.. he's operated on ne before with no problems!
Doctor Stephen Viess is an excellent physician/surgeon.
Informative, excellent listener
He’s a wonderful doctor who is very personable, yet professional. Answers all my questions and I never rushed. Excellent communicator. Listens to my issues and helps me determine what kind of care I need moving forward. Wouldn’t trust my knees with anyone else :)
Very professional and easy to talk to.
Always excellent service with Dr Viess
Dr Veiss seemed very concerned about my issue andprovided good advice and a positive attitude
Excellent meeting
Expedient, friendly and resolved my issues.
Very clear description of the problem and very clear discussion of the options for treat
Very happy with dr. Veiss
Exceptional clinical skills . Superb bedside manners , very empathic , great listener !
Dr. Viess, Thank you for a good appointment today.
Dr was very professional
Very plesant from check-in to check-out.
Great team!
The doctor was very pleasant n friendly.
Dr Veiss is awesome
Excellent service by 3 attendents and doctor V
Dr Viess was very kind and calming. And his assistant was very sweet.
Dr Veiss makes a doctors appointment enjoyable.
Dr Veiss is a consummate, caring professional.
Both Dr. Viess and his MA Inez are kind and caring
Good information, pleased with options that were presented
Dr Viess took considerable time to discuss my shoulder problem, explain the options, and guide me to the best path forward
A plus service
Great service
Dr. Viess is a great physician and I trust his advice/care
He’s fantastic and easy to talk to/with
Dr Veiss is a wonderful doctor
Absolutely. I appreciate being treated with respect and being informed about my condition and treatment options.
I would highly recommend the staff in the facilities for any procedure that I might want
Dr. Viess is very informative and professional. I am glad I had a chance to become his patient.
Dr. Viess listened to my complaints and suggested a plan of action.
Dr. Viess is great
Dr. Viess is excellent, I followed him from Webster due to his genuine concern and attention to his patients.
Dr. Viess and his team are awesome! Highly recommend! Reception staff are also very professional and helpful!
Dr. Veiss is great.
Good doctor, I would recommend him. He is kind, and compassionate, and let's you know all options.
I am blessed to have him as my surgeon for my procedure.
I would definitely recommend Dr. Viess to anyone and everyone I know
Very personable caring person. He always gives choices from learning to live with the problem to surgery or whatever is needed.
He is attentive and cares
I'm following my doctor from Western Ortho that how much I trust him
Very professional, clear, and easy to talk to.
He and his staff were excellent. Made sure I was informed and provided with everything I needed. Next steps/possibilities, options were discussed.Wasn't a cookie cutter operation. They took care of my individual needs, above and beyond what I've come to expect. Very impressed. Not only knowledgeable but caring and personable as well.
He's awesome!
My doctor is great.
Dr. Viess is fantastic.
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