Dr Charles Rudolph changed my life! He was helpful, understanding and took care of Business!! I came in broken and now I back doing the things I love! Thank to you and your team!! read more

Well, I see I'm not alone in my assessment of the jerk that is Dr. Rudolph. He is a fat shamer and a 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!! read more

I feel very lucky to have found Dr. Rudolph. He did my hip replacement and his kind, caring, professional demeanor was very impressive. He listens to his patients and is considerate of your feelings. His reputation is well known as a highly skilled surgeon. Thank you, Dr. Rudolph, for taking five years of hip pain away and giving me my active lifestyle back. read more

No follow ups or can get reception to return calls. Absolutely unorganized and unprofessional. Never going back.

Dr. Rudolph has been putting me back together for almost 20 years now and I couldn't give a higher recommendation, however, the nurse who was prepping me for surgery at Scripps can. She looked at my chart and said, "Oh, you have Dr. Rudolph!" with a positive inflection in her voice. I said, "Yeah, you think he's good?" or something to that effect. She said that his patients always had the best outcomes and that he was very good at what he does. That was during my third surgery with Dr. Rudolph so I already knew what she was saying was true, he has done one shoulder and now both my knees. I am an airline pilot with a difficult schedule at times and Dr. Rudolph and his staff have always gone above and beyond to get me in as quickly as possible when I am in need. I can't fly airplanes if I can't walk so their efforts to get me back on my feet have saved me a lot of money and unwanted time off, I can't thank them enough for that. Over the last couple decades his staff has changed as people move on but the vibe in the office has not. They always seem like they are in a good mood and quick to laugh; easy going people. Dr. Rudolph is direct and plain spoken which it seems others leaving reviews may have a hard time with, but that is my preference. I visit doctors for unvarnished answers to my problems, not to be coddled read more

Overall terrible experience, would not return or refer anyone here, especially if expedited care is needed for trauma/time sensitive injuries. Agree with other patients, this ortho guy is old and unfortunately clueless. He definitely isn't a surgical expert of his field. Receptionist: Amanda does not greet, very rude and does not want to answer any questions. PA: very similar, unfriendly, does not greet, unable to answer any questions and does not knock on the door before entering. Dr. Rudolph: definitely unempathetic, condescending, unapproachable and unhelpful. All about injections whether they are helpful or not, because he does not care about patients, it's about money. Did not even order or review any baseline imaging prior to injecting. Pay an extra buck if you have to but go to someone who actually KNOWS what they're doing and have some level of caring. read more

I had been to several Orthopedic Surgeons, but because my shoulder was so bad, no one wanted to touch it. Then I was referred to Dr. Rudolph (Bone Builders)! He was wonderful! It actually made me cry. Not only was he listening to me, but he was talking to me!!! Finally, I felt so good in that office! His P.A. is kinda serious, not very personable. Well, he did the surgery and I have regained my range of motion. Now I have to work on my strength. I am SO pleased with Dr. Rudolph and recommend him full heartedly! You can trust him!!! read more

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

Dr. Rudolph is AWESOME! I went to him because I was having a lot of pain in my hip, so much so that I couldn't even walk through the mall without having to sit down. I was only 50 yrs. old so I knew something was wrong. He informed me I was going to need a hip replacement, I was shocked because I don't feel like I am that old so we opted to wait for as long as I could because a replacement typically lasts for up to 25 yrs. Well after about a year I couldn't wait any longer, I had been trying to manage the pain with medication but it just was not working anymore. Dr Rudolph did my hip replacement and was so very kind to me, he was there every day checking on me he even kept me an extra day after my surgery because I had gotten sick from the anesthesia. I love my new hip! He is an amazing surgeon and I am blessed to have had him take care of me. I want to thank Dr. Rudolph and his amazing office staff that all were so very helpful and kind to me! I highly recommend Dr Rudolph and his staff! read more

If I could give them more than 5 stars, I would do that. Doctor and staff friendly, professional and knowledgeable with fantastic equipment. He healed the bones in my foot, no surgery!!!! Thank you. read more

The most disrespectful young ladies at the front desk and everytime you call it goes to the voicemail saying there in a meeting. I would not recommend anyone to go here. I refuse to spend my money there seriously. read more

Dr Rudolph and his supporting staff are WONDERFUL!!! I've been a patient for over 1yr now, and wish I could have him/staff as my regular office/doctor. If you need an Ortho., I highly recommend Dr. Charles Rudolph. YOU WON'T REGRET YOUR CHOICE!!!!!!! ; ) read more

Completely clueless surgeon. Zero empathy. Major liar and can't keep all his patients strait. Crams you in then rushes you out. Always in a rush with no time to answer your questions. Doesn't care about you or your pain. Rude and mean and talks over you. No tact. Blatantly disrespectful and condescending. No bedside manner. He is a judgmental jerk. Will comment on your weight or makeup or how you look, in a demeaning way when it has nothing to do with why you're there. Very frustrating experience to deal with Dr. Rudolph at all. Save yourself the trouble. read more

Did a great ORIF with plates and screws on my rather severe right ankle However unfortunately this injury caused a reoccurent pain and requires occasional follow up and treatment. Dr. Rudolph was outstanding at doing that as well but one day I called for a appointment and was rudely told Dr. Rudolph doesn't treat ankles anymore. (No care or concern for my discomfort and no interest in my further continuity of care). Completely opposite of all the previous care! Disappointed!! read more

I presented to Charles Rudolph MD for a second opinion regarding a 20-week-old fracture sustained in a bicycle crash. He did not hesitate to tell me within the first few minutes that I had a non-union. Next, he advised me that I needed a noninvasive intervention. Questions I posed regarding risks and benefits of delayed surgery were answered to my complete satisfaction. Dr. Rudolph inspired my implicit confidence with his knowledge, expertise, professionalism. My diagnostic study images (X-rays and CT scan) were reviewed with me in detail and explained in a manner that I was able to comprehend. He saw me within a few minutes of my appointment time (without excessive or onerous forms to be completed prior to my initial evaluation). Physical examination was thorough pertinent to my injury. Appropriate history was obtained and he clearly appreciated my total patient profile. I was impressed and felt that I had received accurate diagnosis, prognosis, and most appropriate treatment/plan of care recommendations. For patients who have freedom of choice to select their specialty providers without being confined to a managed care network, I'd unequivocally recommend Charles Rudolph MD for Orthopedics. read more

Dr. Rudolph is the most horrific, non caring doctor, I've ever encountered. After explaining to me that I have Knock-knee, he stood up and demonstrated exactly how deformed my knees will look, in about a year, and then refused to help me until I quit smoking and lost 25 pds. I know I'm overweight but for god sake, I certainly don't need anyone diagnosing me with a knee deformity and telling me to screw off because I'm to fat to be his patient. I explained to Dr. Rudolph that I put on a bunch of weight since it took me 5 months to recover from my first knee surgery. Since Dr. Rudolph's surgeon buddy, did an Arthroscopic meniscus repair on my knee, i am now having more problems than ever. I can't even stand up and walk a few steps, without wanting to cry. I've been to two physical therapist and both of them refused helping me and referred me back to the surgeon. I asked Dr. Rudolph, who's suppose to help me now?? I can't walk without a huge limp and major pain, no physical therapists will help me, and Dr. Rudolph then asks me how my arms are working. I responded that my arms are fine. He then assured me that I'll figure it out then, and to go wave my arms for exercise and go loose 25 pds. and quit smoking also. Or No surgeon will ever help me. I left there crying because Dr. Rudolph showed me how deformed I'll look in a year, and the name calling and go wave my arms and loose some weigh.. Not even a brace to help my issue, NOTHING, except, having me leave his office with thoughts of suicide.. I cried for 3 days straight. And if anyone would like to hear my encounter with Dr. Rudolph, please let me know. I have the entire thing on audio.. After hearing the mean things he said to me, you'll be in tears to.. Don't bother with this Dr. Rudolph. He's no doctor, and obviously he cares NOTHING about his patients.. read more