Vedat Deviren

MD

Orthopedic surgeon

Dr. Vedat Deviren is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in caring for children and adults with spinal disorders. His expertise has led to a wide range of experience on difficult cases involving any part of the spine. He treats spinal deformities such as adult scoliosis, spondylolisthesis (a painful disorder of the lower spine), failed back surgeries and tumors, among other conditions.

Deviren completed postgraduate education in orthopedics and traumatology (surgical repair following injury) at Hacettepe University in Ankara, Turkey. At UCSF, he completed fellowship work in spine surgery, training in both patient care and research.

As a faculty member at UCSF, Deviren has maintained a passionate commitment to patient care. In his teaching, he focuses on concepts that provide medical students, residents, fellows and international scholars with skills for evaluating and investigating evidence-based patient care, spinal disorder outcomes, biomechanical characteristics of the spine and the application of medical instruments in spinal treatment.

  • Education

    Hacettepe University Medical School, 1992

  • Residencies

    Hacettepe University Medical School, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1999

  • Fellowships

    UCSF, Spine, 2001

  • Board Certifications

    Orthopaedic Surgery, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

  • Academic Title

    Professor

  • Languages

    Turkish

Conditions I specialize in

Treatments I provide

Where I see patients (1)

    My reviews

    4.5

    Overall Experience
    214 Ratings
    About our process
    Aug 27, 2024
    Have already referred to others
    Aug 27, 2024
    Best results ever
    Apr 23, 2024
    Everyone at UCSF is marvelous. The Doctor and physician assistant are very personable and professional.
    Dec 22, 2023
    Yes, I have referred Dr. Deveren and office staff!! All are Excellent!!
    Dec 12, 2023
    The care team was very responsive and met all our needs.
    Dec 05, 2023
    Dr. Deviren is thee best and would highly recommend to friends/family.
    Nov 23, 2023
    I had lots of questions and concerns that this doctor addressed directly and fully. The explanations about what was wrong with my spine, the possible future issues I may encounter, the seriousness of the surgery and possible problems I might encounter after the surgery were really well explained. What I also found really helpful was that the doctor explained what I could do to hopefully slow the progression of the decline of my spine. I also really liked that the doctor was so personable and kind. In addition he had a great sense of humor when responding to my wry comments. I feel I will be taken care of to the extent possible by this doctor.
    Nov 17, 2023
    Thanks for the help!
    Nov 15, 2023
    Can't answer everything because I need further tests, MRI, etc before further discussion and diagnosis.
    Oct 31, 2023
    Every time I go in I'm not given a moment to ask my questions. Furthermore the instructions are whispered. How bout taking a moment to come over and shake my hand. Look at me in eyes. Ask me what other questions I may have . It's a scary experience dealing with both doc and nurse when they stand across the room. If the doc wasn't the best I would never go back
    Sep 25, 2023
    I absolutely recommend Dr.Deviren! He has changed my life for the better
    Sep 25, 2023
    Dr. Deviren has done a few spine surgeries, I wouldn't go or let anyone else do surgery,
    Sep 22, 2023
    Dr Deverin is a caring physician. He is firm with his advice and instructions, yet also non-verbally communicates compassion and kindness for patient difficulties w their disease.
    Aug 08, 2023
    Dr Deviren is outstanding doctor and person. So grateful he is my doctor.
    Aug 08, 2023
    Dr Deviren is well known for his skills. He was very confident, and tried his best to answer all the questions I had for him. He is also very honest to tell me that he doesn't think my symptoms are bad enough at this point to do surgery which comes with possible risks and also the loss of mobility after fusion surgery. He told me to wait it out if I can but he will do the surgery if I insist. I appreciate his honesty
    Aug 06, 2023
    We are super happy that my care has been taking place here - all your people really care!
    Aug 02, 2023
    Overall a very good visit and very informative. My recommendation is that Dr. Deviren not look at his cell phone when he's engaged with a patient.
    Jul 19, 2023
    The two doctors had a very bad attitude and mockingly I would never go back to a consultation with the two of them nor do I recommend them. I would give them -0
    Jul 11, 2023
    Dr Deviren is marvelous. He explains things and shows definite care and compassion.
    Jul 01, 2023
    Difficult assessment for problems but did get referred to the pain management specialist.
    Jun 18, 2023
    EVERYBODY, VERY GOOD.
    May 16, 2023
    We are so very pleased with everyone here-doesn't matter the position; each treated us with respect & true care!
    May 09, 2023
    I felt he was somewhat dismissive but to be fair to him he did say he felt he needed more information. However, he made me feel like I was taking up his time unnecessarily.
    Apr 12, 2023
    Thank you
    Mar 28, 2023
    I have told all of my friends and family always go to Dr V, Deverin or if it something else go to UCSF,
    Mar 17, 2023
    I'm so happy I have Dr. Diveren as my doctor. He is confident, knowledgeable and so very nice. I feel safe in his hands!
    Mar 12, 2023
    Like my care team.
    Mar 08, 2023
    Dr visat spent less than 2 minutes and did not even explain anything. No consideration to time and money invested here. Very disappointed.
    Mar 05, 2023
    They seemed to be rushed and I did not receive a summary of our visit.
    Feb 07, 2023
    Dr Deverin and his staff are outstanding. Dr. Deverin is a world class surgeon.
    Feb 07, 2023
    Dr D is very engaging/FACT BASED-exactly what I need when considering such a complex surgery given my age and other med conditions.
    Jan 27, 2023
    The dr really listened to me and understood my needs but I felt like didn't explain the surgical option that I want to go thru with fully. But I was not asking many questions but the basics were not explained either of the surgery.
    Jan 26, 2023
    The care team at ucsf is unparalleled to any other provider I've ever used, and I've had over 11 surgical procedures so I speak from experience.
    Jan 25, 2023
    I so appreciate the time and attention he gave to my concerns and questions. Also appreciate his directness and honesty. No sense of being rushed , and so thorough. I'm very grateful to him for all this.
    Jan 08, 2023
    I am pleased with my surgeon. He has just the right amount of arrogance to let me know he is good at what he does and not just acting the part
    Jan 06, 2023
    It's clear that this office is extremely busy and Dr. Deverans has a good team that makes up for the areas where she does not have time
    Dec 15, 2022
    "Fair" recommendation only because we come from out of state and my condition is extreme.
    Nov 22, 2022
    Dr. Deviren is amazing. His team took such good care of me. I will and would recommend him to anyone I know that needs this type of surgery. I feel 100 times better than I did pre-surgery.

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