Rod S. Kraft, M.D.

Nonsurgical Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Specialist
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Physician Assistant(s):: 

Sheri Hyatt, P.A.-C.

Jennifer Machado, P.A.-C.

Dr. Kraft was born and raised in Fresno, California, and graduated from Fresno State University in 1977 with a bachelor's degree in zoology. He played football for Fresno State and still shares the record for most touchdowns in a single game at Fresno State.

Dr. Kraft earned his medical degree in 1984 from the University of Nevada. He completed his internship and residency in family practice at the Good Samaritan Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona. He earned the "Intern of the Year" and "Resident of the Year" awards while he was there.

He is board-certified in family medicine and sports medicine. Dr. Kraft received his certificate of added qualification in sports medicine in 1993, the first year that sports medicine was recognized as a specialty. He is also a charter member of the American Medical Society of Sports Medicine. He has been, and continues to be, involved in teaching students, interns, and residents from U.C. San Francisco and U.C. Davis in the areas of sports medicine and family medicine.
Dr. Kraft returned to Fresno State University as a team physician in 1987 and continues to provide medical and nonsurgical orthopedic services to all of the intercollegiate teams. He has also served as the team physician for Clovis High School since 1987.

He currently resides in Fresno and enjoys playing tennis and spending time with his wife, four children, and one grandson. His practice is limited to family medicine and sports medicine. He will see any type of injury or athletic problem on an appointment basis at Sierra Pacific Orthopedics at 1630 East Herndon Avenue, Fresno, California. His office phone number is (559) 256-5737.

Education, Training, and Affiliations

  • Medical Degree, University of Nevada School of Medicine
  • Internship and Residency, Family Practice Medicine, Good Samaritan Medical Center
  • Charter Member, American Medical Society for Sports Medicine
  • Member, American Academy of Family Medicine
Specialty: 
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Center
Sports Medicine Center

Patient Testimonials

"Dr. Kraft has been my doctor for many years, and he and his assistants have consistently provided excellent care in a friendly and courteous manner. I have also received excellent care from Joanne Garcia of Dr. Glaser's office." --Bob H.

"Sherri Hyatt, the PA for Dr. Rod Kraft, is very knowledgeable in her field. I had a lot of anxiety regarding my medical issues; she not only eased it, she eliminated it. She effectively transitioned spirituality, counseling, and human well-being into my prescription which was well-received. She was diligent in her direct contact with me by phone as opposed to the alternative. She ran the tests, she made a diagnosis based on those results, and she followed up as a professional.  In addition, I love that she is personable and 'real,' and she really knows her stuff. Dr. Kraft and his team have earned an A+ once again. I haven't felt this good in 7 years. I feel like Sherri has influenced a healthy lifestyle upon me and given me a new lease on life." --Cynthia M.

"Having so many excellent doctors in one location has been a blessing for me. My regular doctor, Rod Kraft, M.D., has been able to access my back condition and sent me to Dr. Connor Telles. Dr. Telles did the back surgery in November. He also detected some narrowing in the spine/neck region and referred me on to Dr. Wiens for tests, which resulted in an appoitment with Dr. Tanner, a hand specialist.  During this time, I was having problems with my shoulder, and Dr. Kraft accessed my problem and referred me to Dr. Hanson's office where I saw Greg Mellor, P.A.-C., who is now setting me up for surgery.  Why this has worked so smoothly is they share information, such as x-rays, MRI's, surgery information, and a whole range of information. All have been very professional and work as a team to make my life better.  If it has to be, for me it's going to be Sierra Pacific Orthopedics." --Darwin B.

"From diagnosis through surgery, I found my experience with Sierra Pacific Orthopedics to be excellent. The speed and professionalism that I was shown was way beyond my expectations. The level of care they provided allowed me to go into surgery without any nervousness. I had, and continue to have, complete confidence in the doctors and staff at Sierra Pacific Orthopedics." --Jon H.

"Dr. Rod Kraft is our family doctor and has been our main treating physician since 1990. He has been a blessing to the both of us through the years. We love him very much, and we feel that he is a member our family. Dr. Dunklin treated my wife and I for shoulder problems, and we are both proud of the results of his work. Overall we're very happy with doctors and staff at SPOC." --William H.

"Being a Fresno State athlete and now alum I have seen all of these AMAZING physicians.  So professional, caring, and timely. I appreciate all their work!" -- Roxanne S.

"My experience was as great as visiting the doctor can be. I had an appointment at 3:45 p.m. and was seen by the doctor within a few minutes of arriving at the office. I had to be sent downstairs for an X-ray and I was escorted there and back. When done, Dr. Kraft read the X-ray and diagnosed me. My entire time spent was around 30 minutes and I was treated very well by very professional staff.  My past visits have been similar to this one and I am quite pleased with my doctor, his staff, and everyone working in the building." -- Jon H.

"I met with Dr. Kraft's physician assistant, Jennifer and had a wonderful experience." -- Laura M.

"My experience with Dr. Rod Kraft was an absolute answer to prayer. After two years of going to a pain management doctor, having an MRI on my back, and having a series of shots in my lower lumbar area, I was not getting any better. I had an appointment with Dr. Kraft and his diagnosis of the major problem being my hip was truly a miracle. He immediately got an appointment for me with Dr. Thomas Thomas and nurse practitioners, Ken and Lisa, and rather quickly I was in the Fresno Surgical Hospital with Dr. Thomas Thomas successfully performing left hip replacement surgery on me. This surgery was on June 13 and I am doing quite well now and I am not needing a walker or cane anymore. Thank you Drs. Kraft and Thomas and nurse practitioners, Ken and Lisa, and all the wonderful people at Sierra Pacific Orthopedics, and Fresno Surgical Hospital." -- Conrad S.

"Our experience with Dr. Kraft was outstanding (as always). He is top notch! My diagnosis was right on target; prognosis is clearly defined. We always appreciate his human factor." -- Cindy M.

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