Dr Hackley helped me with two different knee issues. He has a great bedside manner and clearly…read morecares deeply about his patients. Highly recommend!

Another successful surgery at the hands of Dr Hackley, this time repairing my left knee from the…read moredamaged I experienced in a serious bike accident recently. As serious as the accident was wiping out my ability to bike, to ocean swim or even to walk I knew that Dr Hackley could be trusted to bring me back to the lifestyle that I value and love. I am just two weeks past the full acl replacement surgery and have received the thumbs up on my recovery and progress towards the day when i can rejoin my friends and family in the adventures that we love to share together. the office staff and Dr Hackley himself are professional, friendly and made this necessary surgery as easy as possible. i am grateful and confident in their work to help others as they have helped me.

I've worked with Dr. Roland for four years and he's very knowledgable about orthopedics, and knees…read morein particular. His approach is to be the least invasive possible, and I like that he doesn't feel surgery is the only option in every situation. I also like that he considers the whole person when thinking of how to carry out treatment. Some might say this is an old-school approach, but give me old-school over the pharmaceutical-based medical money machine this country has developed any day! He is a very trustworthy soul with an excellent bedside manner, and a gentle demeanor. His track record is clean and patients are satisfied. Can't ask for more than that.

I had an accident so i had to look for a specielist for my shoulder…read more In the past i saw a few doctors appointments but dr roland is something else. He got the skills and the knowladge and especially the willing to cure you. Ill put my trust in him and his kindness every day if ill need it again. Will sure recommend to all the people i know ! Thank you !

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.

Every person that works in Dr Tal David n other MDs are wonderful. My most recent visit was to have…read morecortisone injections in both shoulders n left knee. I saw Julie the P.A. and she has been very professional..kind n extremely good other job. Especially with my injections. Of course the injections hurt a bit( my trick is to have an assistant hold the freeze spray one the place where MD or PA is injecting (during the entire injection time). Im extremely pleased with all MDs I've seen there.. Dr Tal David &Dr Jerrick Robker. I've had hand surgery w/ Dr Robker n it was amazing. I highly recommend this entire office off Serrento Rd. Thanks again to you all including you ladies at the front n back desks. You are the best n very efficient!

Dr. Edmund Evangelista is truly an exceptional physician, and I cannot recommend him highly enough…read more He treated me for about eight years at Community Orthopedics in Mission Viejo immediately after my injury, and during that time he consistently provided thoughtful, compassionate, and expert care. When he moved to San Diego, I had to transition to another doctor, and unfortunately my back progressively worsened over time. Eventually, I felt completely out of options and decided to book an appointment to see Dr. Evangelista again--driving down to San Diego specifically to see him at San Diego Orthobiologics Medical Group. My only regret is that I didn't do it sooner. He immediately identified a significant change on my recent MRI compared to my previous imaging--something that could clearly explain my rapidly increasing pain. His attention to detail and clinical insight were impressive, but what truly sets him apart is his integrity and honesty. Instead of recommending a procedure at his own practice, he referred me to his former colleague who specializes in the treatment that would be most beneficial for me right now, even though he could not perform it himself. That level of selflessness and patient-first care is incredibly rare in medicine. The facility itself is excellent--very clean, modern, and welcoming. The staff is extremely friendly and professional, and you feel comfortable and cared for from the moment you walk in. I also truly believe in what they are doing there; they are clearly focused on the most up-to-date procedures and technology, and it shows in how knowledgeable and forward-thinking the team is. I will absolutely be back there in the future, but I am genuinely grateful that Dr. Evangelista sent me to the right place for my immediate needs at the time. That speaks volumes about his character and commitment to doing what is best for his patients. Dr. Evangelista truly takes the time to think through each patient's situation, explain options, and guide you through difficult decisions with empathy and clarity. I trust him 100%, and I am so grateful to have him as part of my care team again. If you are dealing with spine or orthopedic issues and want a doctor who is brilliant, ethical, and truly cares about his patients, Dr. Evangelista is the one to see.

I just saw Ryan Johnson, PA-C today 1/21/2026 at 6125 paseo del Norte and he was the kindest most…read moreknowledgeable guy regarding my hip pain. He didn't rush in say a few things and done. He explained my options and his recommendation, had he not gave me the choices I may have jumped the gun and went right for hip replacement. Just a few magical words I heard him say left me with no doubt the decision I was going to make. I didn't leave confused about anything. I give Ryan a 5 out of 5 star rating let me also add the nicest smile &teeth. It's the knowledge and of course those little things like his smile that make me happy.2THUMBS UP thank you Ryan

How do I begin to thank the man who gave me my life back…read more I had my first injury in 1991 back in the day where structural supports after a C 5/6 - 6/7 diseconomy was not available. The discs above and below had to carry the load causing excruciating pain. I had two more surgeries, one in 2000 and 2005 with little success. Now it's 33 years later and the quality of my life is gone, I am reduced to laying flat the majority of my day. And then I meet Dr Eastlack. This man deserves the GOLD STAR from the evaluation process to each and every follow up visit I have had with him since my surgery. As a surgeon he stands alone as the best I've experienced in my 67 years of life and the four cervical spine surgeries I have undertaken. Through his FOURCE App, he prepared me for my surgery outlining exercises and supplements to prepare me for surgery and the best possible outcome. On this site I had contact with him through the nurses who were so prompt at getting any question I had answered as soon as possible. Having this access was invaluable. After surgery he updated the FORCE site changing the exercises bi-weekly, all of the exercises geared to relax the muscles spasms and strengthen the muscles teaching them to hold me in the correct position, a position that was not possible prior to surgery! As for my surgery itself, absolutely genius! My pain mgt doctor had said for years he could not understand why none of my previous surgeons had stabilized my cervical spine with hardware. The three previous evaluations I received before meeting Dr Eastlack were going to take the same route, no structural support. And then there is this Genius, Dr Eastlack. He had every test known to man prescribed for me prior to meeting me for the evaluation, I have never experienced that with any other doctor, in fact a couple of them had me meet with their PA. Dr Eastlack took the time to examine in depth all of the tests to determine why I was in so much pain, and what structurally was failing. At the evaluation he spoke with my son and I for at least 2 hours, explaining the structural collapse of my cervical spine and how he would resolve it. It would not be a quick fix, he would have to fuse the spine from the C-2 to T-2 with rods and structural support, realigning the vertebrae and taking the load off the discs above and below. This is a delicate operation and the recovery was going to be extensive and long but I had full confidence in this man and am I glad I did. My quality of life is so much better and I am still in the recovery phase. I owe this man so much and am eternally grateful to him. He is not only a surgical genius, he is compassionate, extremely thorough, and humble. I feel so blessed to have him in my corner, in charge of my spine health. I will aways be eternally grateful and you will be too, should you choose him.

"Thank you" Dr. Eastlack does not begin to capture my gratitude for the L/4 fusion you performed on…read morewhat one would call a very /old/ugly/challenging back. I have suffered from severe back pain for many years, treating it with every modality in the healthcare system, but when it affected my ability to walk, I knew it was time for surgery. I did extensive research on who was the best and how fortunate I was to choose you. Your exceptional expertise in spinal surgery, knowledge, thoroughness and kindness gave me the courage to have my L3/4 fusion done and now I have a more hopeful future. You are truly gifted in many ways and quite exceptional! THANK YOU1 Beth Smith(

This so called surgeon is a clown. In 2009 he operated on me (one herniated disc lumbar) and…read moredamaged the adjacent disc causing it to fail two years later. Avoid him at all costs. In 2017 I travelled to Barcelona (to see Dr Pablo Clavel) for ADR for two discs (the original bad one plus the one he nicked) and have had my life restored. Am 63 and swam 12 miles last week. Avoid this clown if you value your health. Don't buy his BS. He will not improve your outlook. I was so close to checking out because of his grade school surgical skills. IDK, maybe he operated on me after an alcohol bender but I suffered for 8 years with no help from him. He told me just try opioids and learn to live with pain. F! Him. Avoid him!!!!

I had L4- L5 stenosis surgery with Dr. Bruffy in 2022. The surgery and the results were excellent…read more I was up and walking the day after. Dr. Bruffy is a great surgeon and I highly recommend him.

Two months ago, I had a really bad fall and dislocated my shoulder. To make a long story short, the…read morefirst orthopedic surgeon I saw completely misdiagnosed me and refused MRIs as he said they were not necessary he knew it was wrong with me. He had indicated I might need a full shoulder replacement and then referred me to PT. For two months I have been at a pain level of 9+ and have not had any sleep. I finally had to demand MRI imaging because the pain was so excessive I needed to find out what was really going on. His office also totally messed up the request for the MRIs and I had to go twice. Another delay and more pain. I knew I needed a second opinion and was referred to Dr. Skyhar by two friends, and I have to say was one of the best decisions I've ever made in my life. He is one of the most caring and intelligent doctors I have ever spent time with. He reviewed the MRIs slide by slide and explained in detail what each slide was showing. He determined that I did not need to have any kind of surgery and that my pain that I was experiencing was neurological in nature. He even explained the MRI report by the radiologist that to be honest was not written correctly. He is a wonderful doctor. He is a kind and loving person and I cannot thank my friends enough for referring me to him. My husband said OK. we now know any orthopedic issue that we have guess where we're going: to Dr. Skyhar. His staff are absolutely lovely people truly a blessing to find a medical professional that really is truly an expert.

As a former dental specialist in private practice and now as his patient, I consider Dr. Skyhar the…read moredefinitive choice for orthopedic care. My background allows me to appreciate the high level of clinical precision he brings to his work. He was remarkably meticulous in identifying the source of my shoulder pain and limited mobility, delivering a diagnosis that was both accurate and actionable. Furthermore, he excels at communication, explaining complex medical alternatives in clear, layman's terms. I was also particularly impressed by his technique; I experienced zero discomfort during the administration of a cortisone injection. What truly elevates my confidence in Dr. Skyhar is his distinguished history of medical leadership. Having served as Chief of Staff at Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, he was responsible for leading the medical staff and serving as the primary liaison for clinical excellence. His tenure in this executive role focused on: Elevating Patient Safety: Overseeing hospital-wide protocols to ensure care met the highest safety benchmarks. Defining Surgical Quality Standards: Setting the agenda for surgical best practices and ensuring staff adhered to rigorous quality metrics. Clinical Governance: Leading the Medical Executive Committee to maintain the hospital's status as a regional center of excellence. Dr. Skyhar's commitment to these high-level standards--further evidenced by his past roles as Chief of the Department of Surgery and Physician Leader for the Scripps 'System of Excellence'--translates directly to the high-quality treatment he provides in private practice. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking an orthopedic leader who masters both the science of surgery and the art of patient care.

Dr. Meineke and his office staff are some of the most competent, kindest, friendliest people in the…read moremedical profession. They greet their patients with smiles and actually spend time tending to their needs. I recommend Dr. Meineke to anyone in need of an orthopedic doc.

Dr. Meineke is the best. He has done great work on my husband's broken ankle, and also on my broken…read morewrist and arm. He is not only a skilled surgeon, but also the doctor you want to have in the office, always compassionate, spending all the time necessary to answer questions. His techs, an important part of the team, are excellent too.