A True Miracle: Out of a Wheelchair and Pain-Free After Decades…read moreIf you have ever suffered a severe physical injury, or watched a loved one go through it, you know the despair of thinking, "This is just what I have to deal with now." You accept the daily, grueling pain and prepare to just get used to it. I am writing this to offer you real, tangible hope. For two decades, my son lived with severe, unrelenting daily and nighttime pain from a complex traumatic injury to his foot and ankle. Multiple doctors told us the exact same thing: nothing could be done. We were stuck in a hopeless situation; ultimately we always had a wheelchair ready for the days that just became too much or he used a scooter around his house. Then we found Dr. Eric Ferkel. From our very first visit, everything changed. Dr. Ferkel examined my son thoroughly, ordered precise scans, asked deep questions, and acted with the absolute authority and expertise you expect from a legendary name in orthopedics. He mapped out exactly what was wrong and created an aggressive, precise "plan of attack" to completely rebuild my son's foot and ankle. Going into such a complicated surgery, our goals were modest. We hoped for some decent function and the basic ability to walk. After twenty years of interrupted sleep and constant agony, we fully expected there would still be daily pain. We couldn't have imagined what was actually possible. Today, we are just four months post-surgery from a total ankle and foot rebuild, and we are witnessing a miracle. My son recently woke up after a night of deep, completely uninterrupted sleep--his first night without pain waking him in decades. Just yesterday, I watched him walk down 11 steps, completely light on his feet, not even having to consciously think about his foot or ankle. Dr. Eric Ferkel didn't just perform a successful surgery; he gave my son his life, his mobility, and his future back. If you have been told your orthopedic situation is hopeless, do not give up until you see Dr. Ferkel. He gave our family a miracle.

I went to Burbank office and the front desk employees are not on top of paperwork. I'm waiting for…read moreauthorization that should take 2 wks tops and now it's almost a month. I'm medi/medi they send approvals fast. The Dr is great but I'm worried about the front desk. I have called and got no response or I get unanswered questions or bit of attitude. I'm to have neck surgery. I'm starting to worry about my choice. Update. I was contacted by Roxanne the surgery coordinator the same day I left review and she straightened everything out for me and got me a surgery date. I don't like leaving negative reviews.

I cannot believe this Doctor got anything but 5 in a review by a verified patient. I presented a…read morecomplicated ( both habitus and cardiac) case for the Doctor. Suffice it to say I was, in and out of anesthesia I 45 minutes with a complete hip. One hour out of recovery I was up and walking. I used the cold machine as prescribed and had very little pain Discarded the walker in less than a week. This guy has repaired some of the most famous athletes in the wold, not just hips but CATISTROPHic injuries. If I need a second hip ever, I will find him where ever he is. Genius doesn't cut it. I can't say enough. If you need a hip, don't wait, best thing I have ever done, why did I wait so long. ~~900 procedures annually, believe it or not. Lastly for those whom have difficulty with Dr. Hernandez's sometimes genius, (curtness) I ask; do you want an amazing seamless hip / knee, or fuzzy bedside manner. I take the incredible surgeon every day and twice on Sunday.

Dr. Hernandez performed my hip replacement surgery in February of 2026. I only met him one time…read morebefore the surgery as he has a whole team of care leading up to the surgery. But I felt very confident in him. Surgery day, he came to see me just before the surgery to see how I was doing. I was knocked out for the procedure and woke up in no time. I've had a great recovery. No problems whatsoever. And the team checked up on me every day for a month. Thank you Dr. Hernandez!

Dr Ferkel has been amazing. His care, professionalism, expertise, bedside manner and kindness…read moreare second to none. He took wonderful care of our son during a difficult and emotional time. His whole staff was accommodating, compassionate and kind. He is the best! Forever grateful!!!

I had a horrible experience as a result of the surgery Dr. Ferkel performed. I have been…read morepermanently disabled as a result. I reached out to Dr. Ferkel's team after my surgery several times to discuss my situation and they never responded. I highly recommend Dr. Kenneth Jung at Kerlan Jobe.

Very kind man. Took the time to make copies of my blushing disk so I could better understand what…read moremy nerves were growing into my spine meant. The path my nerves are in is shrinking. I have very different thoughts from what had been described to me before. He explained thoroughly what was going on and what he could do to help me. No pressure and just a feeling I'd be in extra special hands. His assistant was so full of positive info. He I could tell would be great to be around. So I will use him/them, when the time comes.

WARNING-Stay away!!!! If you want a doctor and a practice that helps you in your time of need this…read morefacility and doctors are not it. I was unfortunately assigned dr DIMITRIY KONDRASHOV, by my workman's compensation for a back injury. I was waiting 2 months for this appointment. When I got there with all my MRI images and report I was told that I would need the CD as well. No one has asked this from me not any of my PT and primary care doctors and no one told me it would be needed. Also if it was needed the dr and facility had every right and power to retrieve it prior to my appointment. His nurse advised me since I do not have the CD they would need to take X-rays. This didn't make sense since I had an extensive MRI imaging done and I said no to X-rays since I have a high rate of cancer in my family and have already been exposed to too much radiation from CT scans in the past, you have a right to advocate for your own health remember that. The nurse told Dr DIMITRIY KONDRASHOV this and can you believe he refused to see me, not even showing any care At All and not even coming into the examination room to see me. Wow!! I never felt so betrayed by a dr in my life. He could have came out looked at my reports and images on paper which every other doctor has done and given me a preliminary explanation of what's going on while we set up a next appointment where I can bring in the CD. But no I was asked to leave in pain with no attention or treatment or anything. The facility and staff clearly did not care for me or my best interest but wanted to charge me unneeded X-rays ( from the facility as they have the machines in house) so you're getting the picture here now? So instead of care they wanted to put me in an uncompromising position all so they can make more money and all because I said no and refused this service and unnecessary radiation I was refused help completely . So here I am warning all the people out there contemplating on using this facility and staff to pivot and to spare you the troubles and experience that I went through trying to seek medicaL help from this institution but most importantly dr DIMITRIY KONDRASHOV who would rather make money then to help an ailing patient in desperate needs. What a coward and honestly not the doctor I would see or ever recommend. I bid you well on your journey to healing and I hope this warning reaches you before it is too late.

A True Miracle: Out of a Wheelchair and Pain-Free After Decades…read moreIf you have ever suffered a severe physical injury, or watched a loved one go through it, you know the despair of thinking, "This is just what I have to deal with now." You accept the daily, grueling pain and prepare to just get used to it. I am writing this to offer you real, tangible hope. For two decades, my son lived with severe, unrelenting daily and nighttime pain from a complex traumatic injury to his foot and ankle. Multiple doctors told us the exact same thing: nothing could be done. We were stuck in a hopeless situation; ultimately we always had a wheelchair ready for the days that just became too much or he used a scooter around his house. Then we found Dr. Eric Ferkel. From our very first visit, everything changed. Dr. Ferkel examined my son thoroughly, ordered precise scans, asked deep questions, and acted with the absolute authority and expertise you expect from a legendary name in orthopedics. He mapped out exactly what was wrong and created an aggressive, precise "plan of attack" to completely rebuild my son's foot and ankle. Going into such a complicated surgery, our goals were modest. We hoped for some decent function and the basic ability to walk. After twenty years of interrupted sleep and constant agony, we fully expected there would still be daily pain. We couldn't have imagined what was actually possible. Today, we are just four months post-surgery from a total ankle and foot rebuild, and we are witnessing a miracle. My son recently woke up after a night of deep, completely uninterrupted sleep--his first night without pain waking him in decades. Just yesterday, I watched him walk down 11 steps, completely light on his feet, not even having to consciously think about his foot or ankle. Dr. Eric Ferkel didn't just perform a successful surgery; he gave my son his life, his mobility, and his future back. If you have been told your orthopedic situation is hopeless, do not give up until you see Dr. Ferkel. He gave our family a miracle.

Dr. Eric Ferkel is a spectacular doctor and kind person. He…read morereconstructed my ankle bone "Talus" and I am very happy to be walking. Four years ago I injured my ankle at work. I went to the doctors from Workman's comp. They did one surgery to tighten the muscles and reconstruct some that were torn. After 2 surgeries, and no positive results. I asked for a second opinion. Dr. Ferkel was enthusiastic and explained to me with the skeleton in front to make sure that is working. Last year in March 2024 I had the surgery. In the beginning I used crotches, then I graduated to a knee rover and lastly I can now walk using bth feet. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

Absolutely the best! My hip surgery went extremely well. He explains everything in detail and…read morewill answer any questions in a way you can understand.

I HIGHLY recommend Dr. Carlos Guanche for all your shoulder orthopedic surgery needs. I'm 12 weeks…read morepost op (arthroscopic surgery - slap 5 tear repair, 3 anchors put in and debridement) and I've been able to do normal activities since week 5 with caution. Even went back to fitness training (scaled and modified ofc). I was recommended to Dr. Guanche by my other orthopedic surgeon, Dr Trentacosta. She's incredible as well but her specialty is with knee injuries, not shoulder. After my shoulder injury, I tried extensive physical therapy. PT went on for 6 months, but unfortunately the pain was still there. Per my doctor, an injury like mine needed surgery, it won't heal otherwise. I didn't want the tears to get worse, so I looked into getting surgery. I was hesitant at first, but Dr. Guanche quickly calmed my nerves and discussed all my worries away. Fast forward 5 months after I had my first meeting with Dr Guanche, I'm now post op and able to do more. Slowly but surely, I'm getting more range of motion back day by day. So grateful for Dr. Guanche!

I am very confused by earlier reviews that gave this doctor only 1 star. I will have echo previous…read morereview that there must be 2 Dr. with same last name as doctor that is described by 1 star is not the doctor that I seen. This doctor came in with a smile despite a mask. He was very attentive, explain exactly what was is wrong with me. From start of the appointment until the end he probably spent good 30 minutes or so. He answered all of my questions, prescribed 3 different medication, gave me referral to MRI. Basically I came in with no diagnoses and left knowing exactly what is wrong with me and what the plan for treatment is.

I read the negative reviews before my appointment but hoped my experience would be different…read more Unfortunately, it was not. Another doctor had referred me to Dr. Gazmarian for help diagnosing five months of pain and tingling in my leg and foot. Before meeting me, he sent his assistant to ask whether I needed to speak with him or was just there for a nerve test. I explained that I needed to discuss my symptoms. When he entered, he seemed annoyed and made me feel like I was wasting his time. He cut me off almost immediately, saying he knew what the issue was before I could explain my history. When I asked to finish describing my symptoms, he shut me down and continued interrupting whenever I tried to speak. He also left the room to embrace another patient, then directed me upstairs to schedule with the pain clinic. I came seeking answers for a complex, ongoing problem and left feeling dismissed and unheard. I cannot recommend him.

Dr. Jaivin rules. Even when he's got an office full of patients, he still will give you the right…read moreamount of attention. This award winning surgeon receives accolades for a reason. He's just an all around great guy. He answers all questions and explains everything really clearly. I went in to have some 15-year-old hardware removed from my ankle. Everything went EXACTLY as he explained. His nurses and staff are incredibly friendly and will make you feel comfortable at all times. After surgery, I was worried about being able to walk, but as he said: I'd be back on my feet in a few days. And I was. The worst part? The drug hangover, but that just comes with the territory. Three weeks out, my ankle feels amazing and isn't swollen for the first time in a couple years. I can't thank Dr. Jaivin and his staff enough. (I should thank Dr. Sheh at the Toluca Lake Health Center for referring me!)

Just an all-around amazing doctor friendly & caring. unfortunately he's retired so if I have any…read moremore foot related problems, I'll have to find a new orthopedist

Dear Dr. Khounganian, Thank you for professional and helpful…read moretreatment. It was nice meeting you. Also I liked the warm welcoming of your fine staff.

The doctor is an amazing specialist, but these 5 stars are for NP Kelly Manda, the most experienced…read moreand knowledgeable nurse practitioner I have ever met. She has truly made a huge difference in people's lives, especially in mine. After my procedure, I feel like a brand new person. God bless the doctor and Nurse Kelly's healing hands. I have and will continue referring patients at that office.

Do not listen to the complainers in this world. Listen to those that went through hell and came…read moreback on the other end. Dr. Getelman is an exemplary physician. Do you want pleasantries with inadequate skills or do you want exemplary skills without the coddling. I can not begin to express how well I am healing, how 'BBEAUTIFUL" my scar is or how well I have been looked after. If you want your hand held, go elsewhere, he is a doctor who does beautiful work with a staff that gives you everything you need and more. Hes a dedicated physician and if his bedside manner is not as others, who cares. Care about the outcome, not the minutia.

I would give ZERO stars! This Dr is rude, demeaning, arrogant, unprofessional and disrespectful!…read moreEvery bad review NAILS this man's character! When he asked me a question he expected a full answer, but if I tried to speak or clarify anything he would immediately cut me off. However, if I ever spoke while he was talking or tried to ask a question, he became angry and threatened to cancel the appointment. The double standard was shocking. He completely ignored my good leg that has been having its own problems from compensating for months. He also kept pushing "pain management" even after I told him multiple times I wasn't currently in pain -- my pain only happens when the hamstring is stretched. Instead of listening he made me feel dismissed and blamed for my injuries. I left the appointment CRYING. I have never been treated so poorly by a doctor. His ego was out of control and his bedside manner was nonexistent. In the end he actually did me a favor. His horrible attitude made me look elsewhere and I found an excellent doctor (Dr. Nima Mehran) who actually listens and treats patients with respect. I would never recommend Dr. Getelman to anyone. The man is MEAN plain and simple!