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Say Thao, PA-C

Say Thao, PA-C Physician Assistant

Say Thao, PA-C

I believe that optimal customer service requires continuing education and having an attitude of service.

Say Thao, PA-C (pronounced “Cy,” as in Cy Young, the former baseball player), is a Certified Physician Assistant originally from Madison, Wisconsin. He earned both his undergraduate degree and Physician Assistant training at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

Mr. Thao has been practicing as a Physician Assistant since 2011 and joined Desert Orthopedic Center in 2014. His clinical practice encompasses the care of patients across a broad range of ages and backgrounds, with expertise in hip and knee arthroplasty. In addition to providing comprehensive clinical care, he assists in surgical procedures with a focus on joint replacement. He is committed to staying current with medical advancements to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care to his patients.

Outside of his professional responsibilities, Say enjoys spending time with his wife, hiking, traveling, and exploring new cultures, particularly through their shared love of cuisine. He has a strong appreciation for diverse culinary traditions and a noted affinity for spicy foods.

Locations & Directions
  • Rancho Mirage
    39000 Bob Hope Drive
    Harry & Diane Rinker Building
    2nd Floor
    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
  • Comprehensive Pain Care Center
    39000 Bob Hope Drive
    Joel M. Hirschberg, MD Building
    Suite 310
    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
  • Palm Springs Office
    151 S. Sunrise Way
    Suite 100
    Palm Springs, CA 92262-0118
  • Palm Springs Office(Comprehensive Pain Care Center)
    415 S. Palm Canyon Drive
    Suite 200
    Palm Springs, CA 92264
  • LA Quinta Office
    45280 Seeley
    Eisenhower George & Julia
    Argyros Health Center
    2nd floor
    La Quinta, CA 92253
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