Danny Buchanan, PA-C

Physician Assistant

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Provider Locations

Tahoe Forest Hospital

10121 Pine Avenue
Truckee, CA 96161
Phone: (530) 582-8217

Profile

    Danny Buchanan is a Certified Physician Assistant, and after working in primary care and occupational health at both Tahoe Forest Hospital and Incline Village Community Hospital, he expanded his career and now works as a surgery assistant at both hospitals.

    Danny graduated from Samuel Merritt College in Oakland in 2001 and is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant. He taught CPR at Tahoe Forest Hospital, earned his PA degree and then returned to the Health System in 2003. Danny’s interests include fly fishing, hiking and Nordic and downhill skiing. His two sons are his pride and joy. He coaches soccer and is the president of the Barcelona NorCal Soccer Club.

    Patient Satisfaction Survey

    Overall Satisfaction 5 stars out of 5 stars 5 out of 5 8 Ratings 2 Comments

    Patient Ratings & Comments

    Question breakdown

    • Rating: 5Provider showed concern
    • Rating: 5Provider explained things clearly
    • Rating: 5Provider included you in decisions
    • Rating: 5Provider discussed treatment options
    • Rating: 5Likelihood of recommending this provider
    5 stars out of 5 stars
    excellent
    February 8, 2026
    5 stars out of 5 stars
    Danny Buchanan was great. He explained everything really well to my daughter and me and made sure that we both understood everything. He made sure that we didn't have any questions and that we felt comfortable. He was also super sweet and personable. 10/10.
    October 8, 2025