I'm thrilled to leave this review. Everyone knows a friend who knows a friend who has a mixed…read moreexperience with extensive back surgery. Let me tell you mine. In June 2025, as a 65 year old man I could barely stand for more than a few minutes due to pain. Even worse, there was no relief in sitting or lying down. Every day, a little worse. Dr mikhail fixed me. I can't believe that after 25 years of pain, I can actually type these words. I've gone from walking 250 steps a day to 5000 and a little more every day. He accurately predicted the different phases and pain levels during my recovery and because of that I had trust that it was all going as planned. He explained every risk going in, and where we might experience set backs. I felt well informed. I trusted him and his team and we did the surgery. It's been exactly one year and I'm a new (old) man. I could not be more grateful to this skilled, thoughtful and surprisingly humble gentleman and his wonderful team. You can tell a little about a surgeon by his office staff and the Cedars team is excellent. But you can tell more by how he communicates the ups and downs and makes sure you understand the challenges and risks Finally there is a part that you just feel : Your belief that your surgeon is competent and accomplished and Dr Mikhail certainly conveys that without some of the cocky, jokey bedside manners some surgeons have. Go see him. Listen to him. Get the help you need. Highest recommendation and deepest appreciation for a life rescued from 25 years of pain!

An amazing doctor, incredible family man. He is helping my father navigate failed back surgeries…read morewith such kindness and care. A great man, incredible doctor, and astoundingly kind.

Very efficient office I had surgery on my right foot 20…read moreyears ago Saw Dr Thordarson today for an issue with my other foot He was very informative and. Kind Gave me a cortisone shot and said surgery is not needed Also encouraged me to come back if I felt I needed it before my vacation in May

I saw Dr. Thordarson about 8 years ago after spending at least that long in pain from a fallen…read morearch. It was a crazy surgery where he took different bits of my leg and foot and created a new arch. I call it my Frankenstein foot, though other than 4 scars, it looks normal. This many years later I have had no regrets in having gone through a pretty rough process and am so grateful for Dr T's incredible talent. My foot doesn't hurt at all. All visits with Dr Thordarson were non-rushed feeling and pleasant. My questions were always answered to my satisfaction. Follow-ups were good. His team was excellent. We are looking his direction again for a problem with my husband.

I'm extremely happy for doing my research and find Dr. Hunt. I had a lower back pain radiating down…read moremy left leg. I was barely walking for weeks. I called Dr. Hunt's office and made an appointment. The ladies working at the office are genuinely incredible, helpful and respectful. They will literally walk you through step by step. Dr. Hunt's office is incredibly clean and wait time is very limited. I have never waited more than 15 minutes to get called in. Dr. Hunt is truly a gem. He is very knowledgeable and truly cares about his patients. His personality is one of a kind. He explains everything clearly and makes sure your questions are answered. You will walk out of his office feeling very confident. My surgery was in December of 2024. After my surgery, I stood up and walked pain free. Dr. Hunt does some incredible work. I will always be grateful for him. Thank you Dr. Hunt!!!

Dr. Hunt "botched" my first surgery which I had removed and replaced by a different and more…read moreskilled surgeon. I'm now pain free. Please do in-depth research before you select your doctor. My second doctor has almost 100 reviews and a perfect score of 5.0 stars.

Thorough, compassionate, and highly skilled! We first saw…read moreDr. Snibbe for an injury that happened while we were out of the country. He kindly helped us remotely, walking us through the foreign doctor's recommendations and explaining our options before we made any decisions. Once we were back in the U.S., he referred us to a specialist, but because we really wanted his input, he took the time over several visits to review the X-rays, go over the other doctors' recommendations, and share his own expert opinion. Everyone in the office is friendly and efficient, and Dr. Snibbe himself is not only an expert in his field but also straightforward, reassuring, and compassionate toward both a scared patient and a concerned mom. Highly recommend!

I can't say enough good things about Dr. Snibbe. From the moment I walked into his office, I felt…read morecomfortable, cared for, and in the hands of someone who truly knows his craft. He took the time to listen to my concerns, explain my options, and walk me through every step of the process. Not only is he an incredibly skilled surgeon, but he's also compassionate and genuine. He made me feel confident, supported, and fully informed before, during, and after my treatment. My results speak for themselves -- better than I could have imagined -- and I'm so grateful for the care and attention to detail he gave me. If you're looking for someone who combines expertise with kindness, Dr. Snibbe is the best of the best. I recommend him wholeheartedly.

I saw Dr. Klapper almost a year ago and was so gratified to find a medical professional who did not…read morepreach surgery above all - before encouraging me to try viable healthy alternatives. When he told me I was not ready for surgery I nearly jumped off then table and kissed him! Debra H.

I met a few surgeons before I had my appointment with Dr. Klapper. Once I met him I knew I could do…read morethis! I'm 4 days post-op for total hip replacement. I'm off of the string pain meds and now only taking Tylenol as needed! I'm walking smoothly. It feels miraculous. Dr. Klapper has a unique set of talents and skills. I'm fortunate to have benefited from his skill, expertise and experience --- and am SO grateful! 100 stars out of ten, it doesn't get better than this! Thank you Dr. Klapper and the amazing Klapper team!

Dr. Allison is amaong a few orthopedic oncologists in the country. He treats his patients like…read morefamily. He treated me for primary soft tissue sarcoma. Due to the on-time diagnosis, the disease did not go far away to the worst condition. I am thankful to Allison for his generous medical support.

I can't even begin to say enough good things about Dr. Allison. He did a hip replacement for me…read moreseveral years ago and eveything about the experiend was top notch. From his surgical expertise, to his staff, he runs a business that is committed to excellence. It you are considering surgery, don't hesitate to have this doctor do the work. You won't regret it.

Dr. Pfeffer did a great job with my Achilles repair several years ago after I ruptured it playing…read moretennis. He saw me on a Friday and slotted me in for a Monday operation. Recovery took a while as expected, but I am back to 100% now and back on the tennis court and doing everything else I used to do as if it never happened. With his level of experience and the far more complex operations he regularly performs, I always had confidence this would be the result. By coincidence, he recently saw a friend of mine who had a torn Achilles and recommended not operating and instead doing intensive physical therapy, which confirmed to me that he is not a surgeon who is always looking to operate but truly will make the best decision for your case.

Saved my life, if you have cmt, don't waste your time going to other places, I came from Fl to get…read moresurgery, completely worth it.

Very kind, straight-to-the point. Answered all of our questions, very clearly. Would feel very…read moreconfident undergoing surgery with Dr. Moon.

I am writing this review to share the extremely upsetting experience my mother had during her…read morerecent appointment with Dr. Moon. My mom lives with Panic/Anxiety Disorder and PTSD after a serious accident and injury, and she went into this appointment already feeling vulnerable and overwhelmed. Instead of offering calm communication or compassion, Dr. Moon entered the room abruptly and immediately began raising his voice, telling her to "get up," "take the immobilizer off," and "start walking." He did this without asking a single question about her current pain level, mobility, or how she had been progressing at home. His approach felt forceful and absolutely disgusting, showing no awareness of how his tone and demands could affect a patient with trauma and anxiety. His behavior showed a striking lack of bedside manner. There was no gentle introduction, no reassurance, no attempt to understand her condition before giving commands. For a patient who is already anxious, this kind of interaction can be emotionally destabilizing -- and it was. This wasn't an isolated incident. In the weeks following her surgery, he seemed irritated when she called regarding her prescription and never took a moment to ask her how she was even healing. This ongoing lack of communication and empathy makes it clear that trauma-informed care is not being practiced here. He barely spoke to her before the surgery itself, he gave her a thumbs up and said, "we'll get you fixed" and walked away. My mom left the appointment shaking and distressed, feeling unheard and disrespected. No patient -- especially one dealing with injury, PTSD, or anxiety -- should ever be spoken to or treated in this way. I truly hope this review encourages more empathy, better communication, and a stronger understanding of trauma-informed practice going forward.

Dr. Rajaee is wonderful. Very kind, honest and conservative. I thought I needed surgery and he told…read moreme I could wait. Really liked his office personnel as well. *****

First time meeting Dr Rajaee today. We had an appointment at the Tarzana office…read more Brought my mom in for her knee (and after leaving also her hip). First impressions from our visit is that I like him and what he has to say about my mom's knee & hip. I love the fact that he took x-rays first thing when we arrived and that we were able to do them there and not go to another facility. He read the results immediately and went over the findings. For now, he gave her an injection in her hip to see if that alleviate any of her pain. We go back in six weeks for a follow up. I am very happy that I found Dr. Rajaee. Not only for my mother but for myself if I ever need anything down the road. So far, I'm good right now lol :-) Staff was nice and friendly. Wait time was no issue.

i had been to 5 foot doctors before I saw Dr Charlton. I finally found a doctor who listened,…read moreexplained and offered sound medical advice that included exercises and advice on shoes to help my arthritis and was honest that surgery wouldn't help. And he didn't want to sell me snake oil to fix my pain like some of the others who misdiagnosed my condition. he is kind. he is patient and very honest. the staff is fantastic. Rosie will make you feel comfortable and loved. she smiles and genuinely cares about patients.

I was very impressed with Dr. Charlton's work and demeanor. He was extremely friendly, and seemed…read moreto want to make sure I understood what my injury was and what my options were for treatment. I went to Dr. Charlton to get a second opinion and I had previously been seen by another foot/ankle orthopedic surgeon who was quite honestly awful. So when I went to a doctor like Dr. Charlton, I realized quickly just how much better he is and I'm so grateful to have found him. He spent time listening to me, was patient and friendly, and explained things so that I would fully understand everything. The only thing to note is that his office is located within the spine center at Cedars, so don't be thrown off when you call to make an appointment and hear 'spine center' on the office line. He is in fact a foot/ankle specialist. I would absolutely recommend him to others.