Dr. Trivellas relieved me of my shoulder injury/pain…read more Imagine waking each morning with a pain of 8/10 to begin your day. Dr. Trivellas confirmed I had strength but I couldn't lift my right arm, as the MRI showed I apparently I had a 90% tear. When I received the call a much sooner surgery day was available in a few days instead of a few weeks, I had to take it. The nursing staff made my 7:30am check-in a smooth one, with lots of information shared with me. The waiting moments leading to Dr. Trivellas visiting before wheeling into surgery was calming. I remember the moment my oxygen mask was put on my face, and the next time I saw a room again I was in recovery. The nerve block was still doing its magic over the next 12 hours, reminding me that my days of waking in the night and morning with pain would be behind me soon. I want to thank Dr. Trivellas of course, but also: her scheduler, Yvonne who got me into the earlier surgery date; Reyna at the front desk to make sure my paperwork was in order; Hanna & Kristi, my Pre-Op nurses who prepped me for my surgery; Dr. Prunean who safely sent me to lala land; Elaine & Rich who were my OR Team; Mikki, my RNFA who let me know she'd be assisting Dr. Trivellas; and my Post-Op nurse Kristi who welcomed me back to reality in the recovery area. My surgery experience went well because of this solid Team of professionals. It will be a slow and steady rehab ahead, but my Team set the tone for a promising pain-free shoulder!

My husband came here to have a growth removed from his arm that was close to a nerve, and we can't…read morestop talking about how awesome the staff was! Everyone did a phenomenal job explaining the procedure during pre-op, but what really stood out was how lighthearted and funny they were. They cracked jokes throughout the process, which helped calm our nerves, because let's be honest, most people are at least a little anxious before anesthesia. Dr. Chi was fantastic at explaining the surgery and making sure my husband felt informed. The anesthesiologist (Dr. Gananiyja? Sorry lol doctor's handwriting in the notes is real ) was very knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor that put us at ease. A special shoutout to the pre-op nurse too (we can't remember if her name was Elaine or Daniela!). She explained everything she was doing, even when placing the needles, which was reassuring and helped my husband feel comfortable. Overall, such an amazing experience. We're so grateful for the incredible care from everyone on the team!

Dr Chambers and his care team are amazing and have changed the quality of my mom's life. My mom has…read moreimmense pain from both her knees and he listened and didn't prolong her pain with injections when she wanted total knee replacement. Other drs deflect and tell her to try to lose weight Great team that gave wonderful instructions on how to care after surgery and checkup. My mom might be an outlier, but she was walking almost like a normal person within a month. She went down from 167lbs to 159lbs and grew and extra few inches.

I initially decided to see Dr. Lauchlan Chambers because of the positive Yelp reviews. I was…read morediagnosed with a minor ACL tear and a meniscus tear, and Dr. Chambers recommended ACL reconstruction using an allograft along with meniscus surgery. I asked specifically about the meniscus procedure and was told that approximately 30% of my meniscus would be trimmed or removed. I asked about stitching it and he said that it is not possible. As a 36-year-old, I was concerned about the long-term implications of removing a significant portion of my meniscus, particularly the potential increased risk of developing arthritis over time. I also did additional research on ACL graft options and learned that, depending on the patient and circumstances, an allograft may have a higher re-tear rate than an autograft, particularly in younger and more active patients. Rather than proceeding immediately, I decided to get additional opinions and do more research. I am very glad that I did. I ultimately found another orthopedic surgeon who was able to repair (stitch) my meniscus rather than remove part of it, preserving 100% of my meniscus, while also addressing my ACL injury. When Dr Chambers made it clear that stitching wasn't an option. My experience taught me how important it is to thoroughly research your injury and treatment options and, especially for significant orthopedic surgery, get a second or even third opinion before making a decision. I would strongly encourage anyone with a meniscus tear to specifically ask whether meniscus repair is possible in their individual case and to consult an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in meniscus preservation and repair. One thing that helped me during my research was simply searching Google for "orthopedist who will stitch meniscus". That search helped me find surgeons who specifically focus on meniscus repair and preservation, rather than immediately removing damaged tissue. I am grateful that I took the time to investigate my options before undergoing surgery. Had I not done so, I may have ended up with a procedure that I would have regretted in the long term. I also had a separate billing issue with the office. After their office submitted the insurance claim, I discovered that I had been overcharged. I contacted them about the discrepancy, and they acknowledged the issue and said they would refund the difference. It's been a month, and I still haven't received my refund despite calling the office multiple times. I am sharing this review because I hope it encourages other patients to ask questions, research their options, and seek additional opinions before proceeding with surgery. If even one person benefits from taking that extra step, then sharing my experience will have been worthwhile.

1. Parking is easy 2. Building and office is modern and…read moreroomy 3. I got a cortisone injection in my shoulder 4. Dr. Kim used an ultrasound machine to precisely guide the needle 5. I barely felt anything 6. His advice included short and long term with options 7. He was practical, realistic, and conservative 8. I made a second appointment to checkout a worn out knee cap Update: I had extensive debridement of both shoulders and AC joints. My quality life has improved. I'm more active. I don't do heavy crossfit anymore.

When my brother needed shoulder cuff repair, my sister and I researched and found Dr. Kim, all our…read moreadvance work and his excellent background had us highly recommending him. My brother chose him, (he also said- if I have to recover for months, why not in California?). Kip had an excellent experience and 5 years on neither he, nor his trainer, can detect any difference between his left and right shoulder- he has full flexibility and strength. So when I eventually needed my own surgery I too chose Dr Kim. I am only 6 weeks out from surgery, and am so pleased with my recovery thus far. As my brother did before me, I followed their instructions carefully, and am now in the Physical Therapy phase and very happy with my progress. Dr Kim and his staff have been incredibly kind and attentive, but it is his skill as a surgeon that ultimately leads me to recommend him.

I suffered with an ingrown toenail for YEARS. Years. Apparently I had decided this was simply going…read moreto be part of my personality.Then I finally went to Dr. Elle. One visit. Problem solved. I walked out wondering why on earth I hadn't done this years ago. Dr. Elle is very knowledgeable, funny, warm, and really good at explaining exactly what she's doing and why--which I appreciate, especially when someone is approaching my toe with sharp instruments. She made the whole experience so much easier (and far less dramatic) than I had imagined. Her office staff is also genuinely lovely--friendly, helpful, and welcoming. And as an artist, I have to give bonus points for the fabulous foot-themed artwork throughout the office. If you're going to devote your professional life to feet, you might as well fully commit to the décor. I honestly can't say enough good things about Dr. Elle. If you have an ingrown toenail or any foot and ankle issue and you've been putting off dealing with it, learn from me: GO. Don't spend years suffering because you've somehow convinced yourself this is just your life now. It doesn't have to be that way. Trust me now, believe me later. Thank you, Dr. Elle, for fixing in one visit what I complained about for years.

If you are experiencing any kind of foot or ankle pain, look no further and start the process to…read morewellness with Dr. Farajian. I experienced on and off pain and swelling on my right foot for around 3 months before deciding I had enough and told myself something is not normal. I was referred to her by my mother who used to closely work with her back then. at this point I was limping everywhere I go, every step was a struggle, taking stairs was a dose of torture, driving required extra extra effort. my big toe was red, swelling and painful I couldn't even take a proper step. Every appointment was a breeze and efficient from the start, Jazmin and Christina are very welcoming and Dr Farajian herself evaluated and personally talked to me about her treatment plan on my first visit, after getting my feet digitally scanned and x-rayed, sadly my Insurance did not cover any part of it upon verification, so I had to invest in myself out of pocket, and putting all my trust as a patient onto Dr. Farajian. Tiny to No pain, No surgery, No fear all throughout my treatment process, they worked with my work schedule too. I can confidently say now It is worth it, this time of writing is 3 weeks post-growth factor treatment and walking with my new insoles, still waiting for full recovery of my growth factor as advised and directed by Dr., so I am still taking it easy, but for now I am back to normal activities, ZERO pain, ZERO limping, ZERO struggles in walking, taking stairs, ladders, driving because every step feels and looks normal now. and of course no more swelling anywhere. I am leaving this review because I am truly happy and grateful to feel and move normal again. they deserve all kinds of love and positive energy for what they do changing people's lives thru their expertise and craft, just as myself transforming and restoring smiles everyday on my job as a Dental lab technician. Her expertise speaks for itself and use this review as a testament, again I will say, please do yourself a favor and book your appointment now, come see them to end your foot and ankle pain!

When I was in a state of anxiety and trying to see as many doctors as possible to get different…read moreopinions, I found Dr. Melikian at DISC. I had generally good experiences with doctors I had seen there in the past. He is more of a spine specialist, focusing on the neck and back. When I came in, I was having issues with both my neck and shoulders. After looking at my neck X-rays and MRIs, he noted that my shoulders were likely the bigger issue at the time. I could move my neck up and down without too much trouble, but my shoulders had difficulty rotating. Despite that, he was able to refer me to another DISC doctor, Dr. Shore. More importantly, I never felt like I was being rushed out the door, unlike many doctors who seem to just want to get patients in and out for a paycheck. In fact, toward the end of my appointment, he made sure I did not have any more questions before we parted. To me, that is a sign of a doctor who actually cares, which feels surprisingly rare given the number of doctors I have seen over the last several years. While he was great, I also have to give a special shoutout to his assistant, Joanna. She might be one of the best doctor's assistants I have seen. The assistants I have known generally get a good idea of what is going on and log your symptoms so the doctor can look at you more efficiently, but Joanna went above and beyond. She did more than a typical assistant would by checking the multiple issues I was having, including rotator tests, hand-grip strength, shoulder rotation, and various sensitive points. Similar to Dr. Melikian, I felt like she genuinely cared about what was going on and wanted to make sure I was receiving the right treatment. She was the first person to make me realize that I needed to focus more on my shoulder. Of course, she still told the doctor about everything just in case, but it says something when an assistant does more thorough checks than some actual MDs I have seen. It also says something that, even though I did not receive treatment from Dr. Melikian and he ultimately referred me elsewhere, he was one of the few doctors who was very assertive about making sure I scheduled a follow-up appointment. Even when I was in a rush to leave, his assistant reached out and emailed me to schedule an appointment, making sure I was okay with it. That is the sign of a doctor who really cares. Overall, in a weird way, I am kind of sad that my issues were not more related to my neck, since both Dr. Melikian and his assistant, Joanna, were great. Based on the reviews I have seen on Yelp and Google, many people seem to have had similarly positive experiences. If your issues are more related to your neck or back, I would consider getting an opinion from Dr. Melikian.

Hello again, I am one year post op from ADR with Doctor Melikian. My first review was right after…read moremy surgery and I felt great then but fast forward to one year later and I am in the best physical shape. I workout 6 days a week and have lost 10 pounds. I do not lift very heavy but I can do everything that I want to. My back feels amazing and this doctor SAVED me with my pain at my collapsed L5. This was my second surgery after a microdisectomy had gone wrong with a different doctor 10 years ago. I highly recommend this surgeon. Not only is he caring but is a fantastic surgeon. The entire staff was wonderful and easy to get a hold of. My only regret is not to have found this wonderful human being earlier. Good job to this clean facility and all of the staff. And one more note to add, the X-ray facility across the street is also a 10 out of 10.

We were referred here from my mother-in-laws Primary doctor. The office is so relaxing and calm…read more You fill out paperwork online or in office using a tablet. My mother-in-law fell and fractured her right pinky finger. thanks to her PCP who sent her to get imaging done after the incident. We found out exactly what was wrong with her. She had been in pain for a while. You know when it comes to caring for a loved one with Dementia is hard as they cannot express fully what's troubling them. They called my mother-in-law we went to the back immediately we were in a room. In comes a PA, he is going to get a few xrays to see how her pinky is healing. Doctor Wong, mentioned if he put a splinter on her finger it would cause more harm than good due to her dementia. Plenty parking beautiful location

Negative 00000. Doctors ok but offices, staff, and communication absolutely negative five. You have…read moreto fill out a new multi-page registration every visit. And, if you take too long to thoroughly fill it out, they cancel your appointment regardless of the 1-1/2 hour's drive, the lengthy lines, and the pain you are suffering. I had gotten there 10 minutes early, but lines were slow. Earlier I notified them that I previously had registered and also that I also did not have the facility to fill out a new one. (No computer, fax, or printer) I explained that I needed ADA accommodation to fill out yet another one. But, it wasn't until I questioned their requiring my credit card so they could make individual unauthorized charges unbeknownst to me. (They demanded an open-ended pay for any unknown amount of $$$ with my credit card with no notice of costs.) They even cancelled the registration I tried to fill out so that I would have to start all over again. This was after telling me that I would just have to continue from where I left off...a blatant lie. Their brochures try to paint a different picture...don't be fooled. The whole situation was shocking, calloused, and anything but helpful. They are the worst provider in the SCAN-Optum network. And, this whole fiasco was a blatant waste of my time and tax on my health and well being. Lord knows this 80 yo doesn't have much left.

Two total knee replacements 5 months apart done robotically. Dr Gibson very professional and has a…read morewonderful office staff. Was back to my normal activities of going to the gym and walking 2 miles a day within 3 months. My scars are minimal. Highly recommend Dr Gibson

Amazing surgeon, highly recommended. My meniscus surgery went great and the recovery time was about…read morea week. I doubt this is typical however this was my experience.

Dr Lin is an aweome doctor. I came to see Dr. Lin regarding my left knee as it was swolen. He…read moreexamined me and went over my MRI results. He was very detailed in explaining the MRI and if there were any tears in my knee. He is very friendly and professional. I would highly recommend him to anyone that needs a good Orthopedic. Thank you Dr. Lin!

I can't believe how badly I was treated by the Ortho DOCTOR. Every, single other person (staff and…read morepatients) were kinder to me than the actual doctor was. I've been writhing in pain and all I asked for was assurance that my broken leg didn't need surgery and pain meds. I'm not an addict or breaking my bones on purpose to get sympathy or drugs. This Orthopedic Specialist is not special or even necessary if he can't spend more than 30 seconds with a patient. I'm in so much pain. Without any drugs for days. If you're too busy, don't treat patients. I have children and a husband who depend on me. I need to go to the ER like I need a hole in my head. But the Newport Beach HOAG ER treats me better, kinder, and with more thought than this DOCTOR did. You're a joke if you think that my actual pain... and completely broken leg was not worth your effort.

Dr Michael Hunter, MD and his staff (especially Madison Graham) at Newport Orthopedic Institute,…read morehave been amazing through a very difficult time when I needed a total knee replacement. They were thorough, detailed, kind, and provided a Get Well Loop portal with checklists and check-ins leading up to and post-surgery for easy daily check-ins. With Hoag Medical Group, the surgery was at the main Hoag Orthopedic Institute hospital on Sand Canyon and I felt well monitored and cared for through the entire process. The nurses were great!! I am just 2 weeks post-op today and grateful for my beautiful new knee and a new lease on life. Thank you, Dr. Hunter, Madison and everyone at Hoag who has provided excellent care for me throughout this difficult journey!

Attempted to make an appointment with a physician I had seen in the past and he was unavailable…read more Dr Michael Eng was referred to instead. As a medical professional of 28 years, I understand the difference in personality and opinions that doctors can have. Dr Eng was positively awful. He was cocky, arrogant and condescending. He made little eye contact, was defensive and his bedside manner was non existent. His unprofessionalism in critiquing his colleague was beyond off putting. He lacked compassion and the ability to listen and understand. I fully understand that doctors have different personalities, opinions and styles, but I am so unsettled by him. It was a waste of the copay. I am just shocked that Hoag would employ a person of this demeanor . This is a time where I wished AI would have scribed the visit. I would love for a colleague to review. He appears very inexperienced and green in medicine. It will take a lot to make him a successful physician. UPDATE( 2 weeks later)...no follow up from office manager when requested. I guess this is just standard practice there. Had second opinion at other major medical center and was told that upon review of my MRI, they were shocked at the lack of advice that was given to me by Michael Eng,MD.

Dr Ahearn was very thorough and took the time to explain his diagnosis and treatment options in a…read moreway I could understand. We agreed on using the noninvasive option and I was much improved at my follow-up three weeks later.

Staff are ver RUDE! Everyone who answer sounds like they hate their job and they dont wana help…read moreyou. We were waiting for surgery and no one ever call to follow up, not EVEN ONE CALL when its a fracure and its urgent. Dont waste your time. Go some place else cos you will never get an answer from this office. They will see you but will take forever to schedule for surgery. We got second opinion and scheduled a surgery right away with another doctor, because why would a fracture surgery take more than week right? Front desk doesnt wana do what their supposed to. Doctor should re evaluate his staff.