My doctor is Kenneth Vitale and am I lucky. I did my research and found him and I cannot tell you…read morehow great he is. He is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, compassionate and listens completely. There is never a feeling like you are rushed when you go there. I also have to say his assistant, Brian, is the best! They will help you through any challenge you have or refer you to the source you need. I had knee issues and didn't think I would get any better. With Dr. Vitale's help and guidance, I'm on the road to recovery. It's a drive for me, but so worth it.

I sought treatment at this clinic for severe right knee pain and left feeling completely dismissed…read more My experience was especially disappointing because I had previously worked with another physical therapist years ago who conducted a thorough evaluation and ultimately referred me to a specialist clinic where I was formally fitted for a custom knee brace for my left knee. That level of care helped me understand my condition and provided a path forward. At this clinic, the evaluation consisted primarily of X-rays and having me walk a few steps back and forth. Based on that minimal assessment, I was told they didn't think anything was wrong. Despite clearly explaining that I suffer from significant knee pain and that my symptoms are affecting my daily life, there was no meaningful attempt to identify the cause, discuss treatment options, evaluate my strength or mobility in depth, or provide any plan for managing the pain. What made the experience even more frustrating was that I specifically told them about my previous knee brace and the circumstances that led to it being prescribed. Rather than exploring whether a similar evaluation or referral might be appropriate for my current right knee issues, I was left sitting for roughly 20 minutes before an administrative staff member came in simply to show me knee brace options they happened to have in stock. To add insult to injury, I paid nearly $150 out of pocket after insurance for what amounted to little more than X-rays, a brief walk across the room, and being shown products for sale. I received no meaningful assessment, no treatment plan, no referral, and no support for the severe knee pain that brought me there in the first place. I came looking for professional medical guidance and a thorough physical therapy assessment. Instead, I felt like my concerns were brushed aside and the focus shifted to selling products rather than understanding why I am experiencing significant pain. Patients deserve to be listened to, evaluated carefully, and given clear recommendations. Unfortunately, my experience was a costly waste of time and money.

I had routine bunionectomy and hammertoe surgery on one foot in 2011. I must have bumped my second…read moretoe during recovery because it healed crooked. A year later I had another surgery to straighten my toe. The surgeon said it popped right back but he still inserted a screw. That screw didn't fuse and was uncomfortable, weird looking, and painful. I had another surgery and another and my foot issues became worse. From then on I had complications and all of my toes were affected after around 6 surgeries. I had many second opinions and by then my little toe had flipped and was impossible to walk with the nail side pointing down. One surgeon had said it couldn't be fixed and showed me how to tape it for comfort (FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE!!) but the tape fell off before I even walked out of the exam room. I found another surgeon that did fix my little toe issue and at the same time did a hammertoe surgery on my other foot. While I was ecstatic about my little toe the hammertoe surgery extended my second toe so far that it made me shoe size bigger than my other foot and was always getting bumped and tearing the nail. My fourth toe on the original foot then collapsed. I couldn't find anyone that wanted to touch this mess. Everyone said they couldn't fix my foot. One doctor did suggest sewing my toes together but I would rather lose a toe than have that done. The last doctor told me to wear only one type of athletic shoe (for the rest of my life) and then glibly said if I wanted to look good for an event to throw on a pair of 3 inch heels. Firstly my foot was so painful and deformed that there was NO WAY I could even put a shoe like that on much less walk in it. I told him I've never worn heels I just want to be able to walk, be out of pain and be able to wear shoes and sandals and not be mortified about my foot. I felt my life devalued by these doctors. I gave all my shoes away and was very demoralized. Looking online I found Dr. Wrotslavsky and was heartened to read his fantastic reviews, particularly from people with serious issues like mine. He didn't turn me away instead said that he could shorten the long second toe and use the bone from that toe to graft the collapsed fourth toe on my other foot. He said he's never seen it done but thought it would work. I did have some complications and after 3 surgeries he suggested removing the painful joints, fusing, and inserting a plate to stabilize my foot. I had to wear a long boot so that my foot could heal and the ligaments would not move my foot. It was a long recovery but after 4 surgeries with Dr. W I finally walked out of a podiatrist office wearing normal shoes and without a surgery appointment. Prior to the last surgery I couldn't even stand the pressure of a sheet on my foot, now I have no pain. I'm able to wear shoes, walk, and show my foot in sandals. Prior to 2011 I spent a lot of time hiking. But after the first surgery even walking became difficult. I had a total of 11 surgeries from 2011-2022. I spent over 2 years total wearing a boot; I literally hobbled and limped, and I splinted, taped, booted, and braced my foot for over 10 years. Dr Wrotslavsky understood how badly my foot issue was affecting my life. He valued my life, really empathized with everything I went through, and took the time to really think through every solution possible. He's such a friendly and nice person too and I felt so comfortable with him and his office staff. His office atmosphere is so much better than a lot of doctors I went to where it seemed like I was just another patient. Shortly after I had finished recovering I was standing outside Trader Joe's and a lady walked by and said, "I love your boots." I thought YOU HAVE NO IDEA! Thank you Dr Wrotslavsky for truly changing my life.

As most others state the office here is a NIGHTMARE to deal with. They have you fill out forms and…read moreconfirm appointment but never disclose that you will pay an EXORBITANT amount once you are done. In my case, they charged me $750 for a consultation and then never billed my insurance as promised. I reached out via phone and email multiple times and 3 months later they filed the claim for a lower amount $475 of which my insurance paid 1/3 of. I am still fighting to find out why the billing amount was so much less but after their lack of response in the past, I doubt they will respond.

Car did illegal uturn on road and i tboned him on a motorcycle at a high rate of speed. Shattered…read moremy right leg from knee down dislocated my thumb (which was diagnosed 4 months after diagnosis), and shattered dont index finger & knuckle. Went to 2 Pt centers and was at each one for 6 days and progress started declining. Spoke with my physical dr Anthony (great physical doctor) and he recommended this Pt. Kristen, Mackenzie, Doreen, Gloria and the 3 other ladies who have helped (which I don't remember their names) as well as everyone in the building is amazing. Kristen has been amazing for my hand. Mackenzie has been amazing for my leg. Both have made huge progress and did within the first 10 days. Highly recommend, amazing environment with great people, took on projects that other pt places couldn't achieve progress on.

First of all, I had a few visits with Dr.Koretoff and had a great experience with both him and the…read morefront desk. They always answered the phone right away and he was very knowledgeable and easy to work with. He then referred me to the physical therapy office next door and that's where the issues began. Since the first time I called, nobody ever picks up, I called 20+ times in a span of 2 weeks and each time the automated phone system made me listen to a 5 minute message about the history of San Diego Sports Medicine and the different location's phone numbers and then would proceed to hang up on me. The few times it did let me leave a message, nobody ever got back to me. It seems like nobody works at the front desk for some reason. When they finally got back to me, they made an appointment for me with the specific PT that Dr.Koretoff had requested. I was 3 weeks out from the earliest appointment which was not ideal but I had no choice but to wait. When I finally received the appointment reminder the week before the appointment, it said that the appointment will be with someone else, and not the person I had made the appointment with. The person at the front desk even confirmed that it will be with the PT I requested but that's not what they inputted in the system. As a result, I now have to wait another week to start PT. They offered no way to reconcile the situation even though it was their fault, and basically the conclusion was "tough luck, you have to pay for our mistake." In a separate conversation with the front desk again, they were explaining to me the difference between paying out of pocket vs going through insurance. They gave me the out of pocket rate but said that they can't confirm what the cost will be with insurance until I come in so I explained my deductible and the terms on my coverage to get her advice, the answer I got verbatim was "I've explained to you over and over again and it doesn't seem like you're understand so I think I'm wasting my time here." WTF? She only explained to me once, and basically indirectly called me dumb and told me I'm wasting her time? That's no way to talk to any patient especially if I'm being respectful. This is absolutely unacceptable. I don't care if you're having a bad day, you shouldn't be talking to people like that period, let alone if your job is customer service. This is absolutely the worst experience I've ever had with any front desk/customer service. It's like they hate their jobs. Do you guys no vet people before hiring them?

Dr. Robertson is my preferred orthopedic surgeon for hips and knees. Every patient I have referred…read moreto her has had a good outcome. Exceptional physician.

In 2016 I was hit by a car and Dr Catherine Roberston did my ACL Recovery. Its been 8 Years She did…read morea Phenominal Job and Knew what she was doing I do not walk as thaught I ever had ACL surgery. Everybody else that had Acl had large scars when mine looks like a small slither she knows what shes doing at that time I knew she had skill and now I come to find out she does work for the Padres, It Make Sense ! She's The Best Surgeon it' a Rarity...

Excellent doctor. One of the best. I went specifically to him/Scripps Memorial…read more Surgery was really good. Great results. Thank you!

Well, I see I'm not alone in my assessment of the jerk that is Dr. Rudolph. He is a fat shamer and…read morea VERY unethical human being. Might be a good surgeon, but that is the ONLY good thing I have to say about him. Wait till you hear what he said to me as I lay in my hospital bed! But I need to set this all up first. God forbid you are an ounce overweight. My first visit to his office for a possible knee replacement (and this should have been my first clue) was the unsolicited advice he gave me in regards to my being fat. Btw, I don't have a problem using that word. I'm fat and I won't be much longer now that I am getting my second knee done by another doctor and will be able to return to my normal activities of power walking and boogie boarding. I was a competitive athlete, so I know what I need to do that I haven't been able to do for several years now. He actually said to me, "Why don't you just eat one meal...EVERY OTHER DAY." WTF?! Who gives ridiculously unhealthy advice like that?! I even said to him, "Are you crazy?!" He then said, "I guess I shouldn't be giving out nutritional advice, heh, heh." I then responded with, "You sure as hell shouldn't!" One more pre op visit before surgery and then he says to me, "Tell me the risks of surgery." And I did. He then said, "Now tell me the risk of surgery being that overweight." I said, "Look Doc, I know how overweight I am, you don't need to say that." Sheez. Fast forward to two days after surgery as I am lying in my hospital bed at Scripps La Jolla, where he is not on staff, but does his procedures there. He comes in at like 6 am and proceeds to trace his hands over my body in some stupid fashion and all I could say was, "What are you doing?" He responds with, "I'm just trying to figure out how you do it." "Do what?" I say. He says, and I shit you not...."YOU'RE LIKE THE SIZE OF TWO PEOPLE, IT LOOKS LIKE YOU HAVE A PAPOOSE LYING NEXT TO YOU." And he laughed whilst he said it!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I said, "You are the most unprofessional doctor and you have fat shamed me for the last time!! Leave the room now and I never want to see you again!!" I only saw his P.A. Eric, for my post op visits. You know, the one that the other negative reviewer, Lisa S. said on here, is not very personable. She's right, he's not, but at least he never fat shamed me! Needless to say, I told several of the nurses, who literally dropped their jaws (pretty much the response I've received from everyone I've told this story to!!) and asked me to tell this to the charge nurse, which of course I did. She gave me the number of the Chief of Orthopedic Surgery and several other hospital administrators to report him to. And you better believe I did as soon as I got home. The Chief called back and apologized profusely to me and said no one deserves to be talked to that way. He said he would be speaking to him regarding this matter. I told him that I just happen to be a confident fat girl. Can you imagine him saying this to one who isn't??! WAIT, IT GETS EVEN MORE CONVOLUTED FROM HERE! Fast forward 6 months later and I now need to get my other knee replaced, which I knew was coming. I knew I wasn't going back to him, that's for sure. After calling several other surgeons and being turned down, some because of my weight, and others because of my insurance, I got a bit desperate, and decided to call back Rudolph's office to see if there might be another surgeon in his office that might do the procedure. Eric, his PA answered the phone. When I told him why I was calling, he said, "Are you sure you don't want Dr. Rudolph to do it? You think the surgery went ok, right?" Yes, I said, but this is what he said to me in the hospital and I really don't want to see him again, bla, bla. Eric said, let me just see if he will even do the surgery on you and put me on hold before I could even say no way. What he came back with next, blew me away. Eric said, "I talked to him and he said, if you will call back the Chief of Surgery and tell him you regret all you said, he will do your surgery." WHAT THE HELL?!?! You want me to lie about my own horrific experience with you and compromise MY ETHICS to do so?!?! The nerve of that bastard!! I should report your ass to the AMA and don't think I still won't! Happy ending to this sad story. The very next day, I found a wonderful doctor who is doing my surgery this coming week. When I asked him why he would do the surgery when others wouldn't, he said, "Recent literature shows that there is no more of a risk doing surgery on overweight patients as there is on thinner ones." He also was blown away when I told him what Dr. Rudolph said and how I was treated. I sure hope someone in his office, or Dr. Rudolph himself reads this. You need to understand how you are undermining people's esteem and confidence with your fat shaming ways. Take some kind of patient compassion classes, because you are far from being a compassionate person, no less a caring doctor!!

One year ago I was happily running on the beach in Encinitas when a wave came in closer than…read moreexpected. I sprinted to get out of the way and hurtled a small boulder. When I came down on my right foot I heard a loud "pop" and felt a tremendous pain in my butt. Turns out I avulsed all three hamstring attachments from my pelvis!! Thankfully I am friends with the former Chargers sports medicine chiropractor so he was my first phone call. He told me, quotation Dr.Tal David is the Best orthopedist!" So I went to Scripps urgent care to have it x-rayed to make sure no bone had dislodged with the attachments. The ER doctor said to me, "I hope you have a good orthopedist, do you?" I told him I had been referred to one but if he knew of one I wanted that referral to. He replied "Dr Tal David is the best in all of San Diego" I can happily report that I am running faster and farther and I'm stronger in every way post surgery. I'm hiking, paddle boarding and doing everything I did before and more. I have also had terrific functional physical therapy and Dr. David recommended a specific one in Encinitas, G3. I wouldn't trust my physical function to any other orthopedist. He is the best of the best.

What can I say, he is exceptional. Not only is he a great experienced surgeon that can put a…read moreshoulder back together with his eyes shut , but his bedside manner and caring for his patients is beyond what you get with most Dr's . He is just such a sweet guy too. Very humble and cordial. He is upfront, tells you what to expect upfront and actually see you himself for aftercare and check ups. His team is also fantastic. Caring and they keep everyone up to date on whats happening when your person gets out of surgery, what to expect and what to do. Just all around you feel that everyone is in the best hands. Hands down, I would recommend him every time and I actually do every time someone asks me about a surgeon here, as I also work in the Medical field.

I feel fortunate to be able to work with Mark Woinarowicz (Coach Mark) and the PT team at PRN…read morePhysical Therapy- they have helped me a ton with my whacked out spine/back. Mark is a focused, but empathetic, force in helping folks address what ails them. I'd thought I'd come to the end of my PT experiences with my Knee Replacement and, most recently, a Shoulder Replacement, but then got referred to work on my spine. Mark is an encouraging person who explains both the big picture, and the specifics of the attack plan to get better. He is also creatively flexible, responding to feedback from patients to craft a more effective workout. Mark flipped my disappointment with having to go back to PT, into a renewed motivation to address my spine, and to incorporate the weak knee and shoulder into continued strength-building and range of motion improvement. Mark's treatment team (the folks who set up the exercises, help patients do the exercises, and help patients maintain success momentum) are Jett, Miguel and Matt. These are the guys who help me get my form right, transition between exercises, and generally help with whatever a patient needs to excel. They are upbeat and full of energy, as well as perceptive enough to help patients fine-tune details of their performance. They help put each individual's plan into action; they are where the rubber meets the road. Last, but definitely not the least, is the Huge Smile patients see when they come in the front door: Mareya. She checks everyone in, and gets everyone organized for their sessions. Rachel left us all behind and took off for school in Michigan; good luck! I recommend PRN PT without reservation. They are professional and always have their patients' improvement in mind, while balancing any other physical issues patients might have. They are not only great at what they do. They are great people, too!

Very nice facility. Well equipped, well maintained, clean, and tidy. Therapists are skilled and…read morepleasant professionals who clearly explain what they are doing and why. Staffing is adequate to supervise exercises efficiently. Front desk staff is accommodating and altogether delightful. It's a great experience.

I have been dealing with a right Achilles issue for a few years and have seen five doctors (3 last…read moresummer) mostly surgeons for it with no real answers or options. I've had X-ray after X-ray, a couple of MRIs, and months in physical therapy and still have weeks at a time where I am hobbled. I had all but given up on finding a doctor who cared in San Diego. I did yet another search across the county for another foot/ankle specialist and found this medical office and Dr. Ian Foran. I looked him up on several sites and he had great reviews so I went into this appointment with a positive attitude and I wasn't disappointed. First, the customer service I received when I made the appointment was excellent. The woman I spoke with was personable and helpful and sympathetic to my issue and tried to get me in as quickly as possible. Without any urging from me, she even put me on their cancellation list. (I did get a call for a cancellation two days later but I was out of town.) Second, I received updates and clear directions for my appointment via email and through the MyChart app. I was able to do my full check-in prior to my appointment including paying my copay. The parking directions were easy to find as was the building and the office suite. When I arrived for my appointment, I was greeted immediately. The office is modern and clean and comfortable. They have a table shuffle board in the lobby too which was pretty cool. The woman at the desk verified my identity and information and all of the paperwork I completed. I waited for maybe 7 minutes before the doctor's nurse (or assistant I forgot to ask her title) escorted me to a room. The rooms were all glass with sliding glass barn doors and were extremely comfortable and spacious. Dr. Foran's nurse/assistant Christy (Kristy) was a hoot! She and I had a great conversation about Nikes as big sneaker heads. I waited about 7 minutes to see Dr. Foran. Third, I liked Dr. Foran's presence and aura as soon as he walked into the room. He had this approachable and calming demeanour. He made eye contact as asked me about my ankle and the issues and ACTUALLY LISTENED while I explained the duration of the injury and its constant pain and all. He showed me what he saw and his thoughts on the terrible MRI report that was done for my last MRI. He went through the options and I let him know I'd done all of them. While I didn't want to have surgery I couldn't see any other option except possibly an injection if he thought that was a good idea. Four, he said that he agreed that surgery was going to be my best option. He went through the surgical procedure he thinks makes the most sense. The least invasive option which is a thirty minute outpatient surgery. He gave me the best case scenarios and the recovery time and was thorough in his explanation of everything. Five, I was with him for about thirty minutes discussing my injury. When was the last time a doctor spent that much time with a patient? The last one who did performed my major knee surgery. I am so glad I persevered and found a doctor that gives a damn about his patients. I'm not excited for surgery but I am excited for some relief and a return to my active life! Thank you, Dr. Foran and staff for giving a damn and treating your patients like human beings!

He and staff are very sweet and all. But ,my hand isn't even close to being better. He pops in talk…read morea great game. Do the surgery and im still hurting like crazy.

Do not recommend this surgeon. He performed surgical procedures to my knee 1 year ago and got no…read moregood results. Knee is still weak and unstable. And I haven't been working all this time. When with different surgeon and he confirm my pcl is a full tear. That I need surgery again, something that Mr Smith should have done the first time when he operated me. Just waisted 1.5 years of my life waiting for my knee to get better and stronger. But it never came because Mr Smith decided to do other stuff to my knee but never the Pcl reconstruction Of the knee. So disappointed for this actions.

My case is complicated to say the least. I am insanely hyper vigilant and came in insanely…read moreanxious. I met Dr Wu for a consult and she spent 40 minutes with me and did not cut corners. I had about two meltdowns because I've been thrown around from surgeon to surgeon for months. She was kind, empathetic, and listened. She did not judge and made me feel seen and heard. Dr Wu is one of a kind. Thank you

What is even the point? Took my mom here to be seen but we ended being seen by the PA. Discussed…read moreoptions that did not require surgery and were told to wait to hear back for insurance approval for a knee injection. Never received a call back so I called instead. Called and left several messages because no one actually ever picks up the phone and never received a single phone call back. I get it, fck the poor people who can't pay for surgery right? Literally the WORST place ever and the worst part is, I'm sure a lot of these patients just have no other choice but to come here.