David Chang, MD

Dr Enna did a wonderful job on my left shoulder. He was upfront and explained my surgery…read morethoroughly. My shoulder feels great. No restrictions at all. Thank you Dr. Enna for your kindness and professionalism. God bless you.

Dr Enna is amazing, he is very patient and truly cares for his patients. Dr Enna goes above and…read morebeyond with his care for my arthritis. The office staff is happy and helpful, this to me shows they have a wonderful Dr to work with.

The exterior facade of our nearly completed medical building in Manhattan Beach, CA.

Matthew J Enna, MD: The best Doctor I have ever met. Thank you for all your help. Jasun E.

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Alexis E. Dixon, MD Orthopaedic Surgery

4.0(20 reviews)

I wish I could give zero stars but instead I need to share my experience so I can make sure the…read morenext person looking for a foot doctor in the area does NOT see Alexis Dixon. The moment I walked into Dr. Dixon's office, I was struck by the unwelcoming atmosphere and the sheer lack of professionalism. Dr. Dixon has the worst bedside manner I've ever encountered. She is not only dismissive but also outright rude. When I tried to explain my symptoms of a sprained ankle/foot, I was met with very little feedback and hardly any advice on next steps. It was clear that my concerns were not taken seriously. Dr. Dixon seemed more interested in cutting the appointment short than actually diagnosing or treating my issue. I left the office feeling frustrated and still in pain, with no real understanding of what was going on with my foot/ ankle. I had to call almost daily to get follow ups on insurance and MRI appointments. The Imagining center kept telling me Dr. Dixon's office was not responding to them in order to schedule me. It took me a MONTH to finally get an MRI. Alley at the front desk has zero clue what she is doing. They began to purposely not answer my calls. I have a big setback in my healing process because of this office. On top of it all, Dr. Dixon refused to give me MRI results over the phone while I was traveling for work and a wedding all while in serious pain. She gave me surface level results after I begged for some type of feedback or finding. I am in a walking boot and was also denied a handicap placard from her office. Instead I saw a new doctor and was given a temporary pass for 6 months and was handed the paperwork and placard within 24 hours with a full diagnosis of my foot and ankle. I regret ever stepping foot in Dr. Dixon's office and would strongly advise anyone to look elsewhere for compassionate and competent care. This doctor's lack of empathy and professionalism is unacceptable. Save yourself the trouble and find a provider who will actually listen and treat you with the respect you deserve. This entire office SUCKS!

I wish I had read the other reviews before I wasted my time at with Dr Alexis Dixon…read more Here are a few points so you make your appointment informed: 1) LONG WAIT TIME-- 45 minute wait. 2) ICEY BEDSIDE MANNER, if all else went well I could have looked beyond this. She was abruptly dismissive when I mentioned pain medication, she cut me off mid sentence saying to "call my other doctor" for that. I was only was asking as I wanted info on topicals since I dont like to take pills! Maybe she thought I wanted opioids??? not sure why she reacted that way...kinda baffling? 3) CANT GET A CALL BACK WHEN LEAVING MULTIPLE MESSAGES: After leaving multiple messages neither she, nor her office called me back. It was ONLY after I dug up their email address and finally heard back via email. 4) WOULD NOT GIVE ME MRI RESULTS ON PHONE. I WAITED WEEKS TO BE TOLD I NEEDED AN APPT TO GET RESULTS. THAT IT WOULD BE ANOTHER $250. CANT MAKE IT IN PERSON DUE TO WORK TRAVEL, TELE VISIT...THEY WANTED THAT $250. NO MATTER WHAT. Any other doctor would have called me with results within 48 maybe 72 hrs at worst. Many doctors actually follow-up with a phone call checking in with the patient that is in pain..not this Doc! This doctor knew I was in pain, and intentionally didn't call me back...holding out for that $250. no matter what. No empathy or concern AT ALL! I regret ever stepping foot in Dr. Dixon's office and would strongly advise anyone to look elsewhere for compassionate and competent care. $250 is not the issue...the principal is.

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Sanjay Khurana, MD

4.8(62 reviews)

Had an anterior cervical fusion last week. Dr Khurana is absolutely the best surgeon ! he…read morepatiently spent time reviewing my scans and answering my concerns and questions. The procedure itself went smoothly and without complications. the surgical center is so officiently run. The entire staff is caring and helpful ! I am grateful to have had Dr. Kuhrana as my surgeon ! Thank You !

Once upon a time, in the not-so-fairy-tale land of Chronic Painville, lived an adventurous soul…read more(that's me!), who, following an automotive misadventure that would make even a stunt driver wince, ended up with a neck and back more twisted than a mystery novel plot - think C6/7 and L5/S1 playing the lead villains in this spine-tingling saga. Picture this: a disc replacement at C-6 and 7 became my immediate quest, as I was in such excruciating pain that moving my neck felt like I was auditioning for the role of a non-flexible robot. Now, disc replacement surgery at the time was the new kid on the block in the US, strutting down the medical runway with its shiny new potential. Lumbar spine, though? Not so much on the VIP list yet. And fusion? Oh, I'd heard the tales of woe and stiffness - a motley crew of friends still in agony or moving like vintage robots post-fusion had me saying, "Thanks, but no thanks." So, there I was, waiting in the wings, pain as my constant companion, for years, dreaming of the day when lumbar disc replacement would hit the mainstream. And let me tell you, the idea of doctors rummaging around the front of my torso gave me the heebie-jeebies - like, serious "Are you sure you don't need a map?" vibes. But then, as the pain crescendoed to a level of unbearable that had me contemplating a career as a human pretzel, I embarked on a quest to find the Merlin of spine surgery. Enter Dr. Khurana - a wizard, a magician, a veritable rock star of the OR. Initially, he was like, "Hmm, your disc has left the building, and we're talking bone-on-bone - wanna see the MRI to prove it? Might have to go the fusion route, but let's give it a whirl." D-Day arrived, and guess what? Dr. Khurana pulled off the impossible with the panache of a maestro conducting a symphony - no fusion, just pure, unadulterated surgical genius. His team? Angels in scrubs, each more caring and considerate than the last. And Dr. Khurana? A man so passionate about his craft, he could probably perform surgery with his eyes closed (not that he did, mind you - just saying, he's that good). Sure, a year later and I'm still on nodding terms with some residual pain, but it's nothing - a mere whisper compared to the cacophony of agony I endured for years. So here's to Dr. Khurana and his crew - the rock stars of the medical world, who gave me back a semblance of normalcy and taught me that, sometimes, the best fairy tales don't involve princes or dragons, but gifted surgeons with the power to change lives.

Super Doctor Spine Surgery

Sanjay Khurana, MD - Dr. Sanjay Khurana specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery including correction of disc herniations and spinal stenosis.

Dr. Sanjay Khurana specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery including correction of disc herniations and spinal stenosis.

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Cedars-Sinai Kerlan-Jobe Institute - Marina del Rey

3.3(6 reviews)

0.1 mi

This review would have been 5-star except for two non-medical things: the parking and the…read moreinability to call directly. The doctors/surgeons themselves who work in this location (vs. Santa Monica) are extremely good. But you must call the K-J Santa Monica location and then get transferred to an office that never picks up the phone and regularly fails to return phone calls unless it's a screaming emergency. Though parking is validated it's a huge and complicated garage. Other than that, highly recommended!

Great urgent care center. Also for primary care. Docs having…read morewaiting period, but Nurse Practitionets are excellent.

Allyson A. Estess, MD

4.0(16 reviews)

I switched orthopedist's recently because I wasn't getting the results I needed it. Dr. Estess was…read morerecommended by my physical therapist. She's wonderful! She takes the time to listen, she is conservative in her assessment, doesn't seem to want to rush into surgery. After my MRI results, she changed my physical therapy order and within 2 weeks. I am doing much better. I highly recommend her. Also, the office staff was very friendly and efficient. And I didn't have to wait a long time once I got to the office.

Dr Allyson Estess is my new favorite MD... and I've seen a…read morelot sadly. Open, informative pre op that made me feel both informed and safe. Incredible knee - ACL and meniscus tears - surgery, thorough, she went beyond to check everything in my knee and found a tear she wouldn't have seen if she hadn't made the extra effort. my scarring is tiny and very impressive - still healing but I don't think it'll be visible to the naked eye. and she's got a sense of humour - rare in surgeons.

Allyson A. Estess, MD - This was my first notification. Received nine months after my procedure with absolutely no detail. These people don't care about customers.

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This was my first notification. Received nine months after my procedure with absolutely no detail. These people don't care about customers.

Louis Volpicelli, MD

4.0(67 reviews)

0.1 mi

I was referred to Dr. Volpicelli, an Orthopedic Doctor. From the moment I walked into his office, I…read morewas greeted by his wonderful staff and I felt like I was a very special patient. Then I had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Volpicelli and he was such a warm and caring Doctor. He listened to everything I had to say about my medical issues and addressed all of my concerns. I would recommend him to anyone that needs medical help, for any Orthopedic condition, surgery etc. Also, the office respected my time and I did not have to wait hours to be seen.

I broke my back on that TV show Wipe Out. When I first came to see Dr Volpicelli I was in a…read morewheelchair and could hardly walk to the bathroom. After the MRI results he informed me that I was lucky I wasn't completely paralysed from the waist down. It felt like someone had chopped me in half with an axe. Dr Volpicelli ordered me an upper body clam cast so I could walk around as I was on the mend. After a year I was able to walk without it. I have been through physical therapy and various operations. I am still permanently disabled but at least have a life again, thanks to Dr Volpicelli I'm not in a wheelchair for the rest of my life. ‍

Get the evening appointment so you can catch the sunset over Marina

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Michael A Stone, MD - DISC Sports and Spine Center

3.0(6 reviews)

0.5 mi•Del Rey

Dr. Michael A Stone operated on my mom's shoulder today. He is a consummate professional. His…read moreoffice is brand new and so is all of his equipment. His staff are all very nice and friendly and knowledgeable in their fields. We can only report he deserves all the accolades in the world and is a great orthopedist surgeon. My mom's shoulder will be back to normal in no time at all. Thank you Dr. Stone for all your hard work and helping my mother lift her arm again. We greatly appreciate you and look forward to doing her other shoulder next year.

SURGERY CANCELLED WITHOUT ANY NOTIFICATION! Dr. Stones…read moreoffice manager had to reschedule my shoulder surgery, and they contacted me with a new date, but which I confirmed and they confirmed back. I also reached out a few days after again to double check my confirmation and Karyl said yes again. My surgery is tomorrow. I called today to see what time I should get there and the surgery center said they don't have me scheduled at all. I tried to contact the office but their line said it closed while they're transitioning to a new office. I've emailed them, tried to message them on Instagram, anything to get someone from their office to respond to me so I can see why they cancelled everything without letting me know.

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Michael A Stone, MD - DISC Sports and Spine Center

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NK getting prepped for her shoulder procedure w/ Dr. Michael Stone in MDR, CA.

The Marina Spine Center

4.4(54 reviews)

0.0 mi

I was referred to Marina Spine Center by my orthopedist. I value recommendations, so I went into my…read morefirst appointment feeling confident. And I met Dr. Blumstein. He wasn't what I expected -- though I'm not sure what I expected. He was quiet. No oversized ego. Thoughtful and calculated in his questions. He actually took the time to understand what was wrong with me. I didn't feel rushed. I didn't feel like a number. My husband was with me, and Dr. Blumstein patiently answered every one of his questions too. He was kind, measured, and thorough. He has set the bar for how doctors should be -- and it's a high one. I've spent my entire adult life dealing with back issues. I had reached a point where walking was becoming difficult. In clear, straightforward terms, he told me I was a candidate for surgery and that he was convinced he could fix me. He explained the risks. He explained the rewards. But it was his quiet confidence that swayed me. I swore I would never have back surgery. Dr. Blumstein spent an hour walking me through everything. I left that appointment a convert -- and booked my surgery that same day. It was the best decision I could have made. The surgery itself? He's a wizard. There's no other way to describe it. In three hours, he corrected 35 years of damage. And it wasn't as though it was "just another procedure" to him. He takes pride in his work. You can see it when he sees you at follow-ups -- walking normally again -- and he shares in your progress. The walls of Marina Spine Center are lined with memorabilia from major league athletes. But the real MVPs in that office wear white coats and take care of people when they are broken and most vulnerable. Dr. Blumstein is my MVP.

Dr Robert Watkins Jr is by far the absolute BEST spine surgeon ever! He is not just the best in…read moreMarina Del Rey and the greater Los Angeles area, but he is the only spine doctor to see if you live anywhere in California (or even anywhere else in the US as far as I'm concerned!). I've had three spinal surgeries with him over the past 15 years or so, and all three went without a single issue or any complications at all! Being a patient with several pre-existing conditions, it is nearly impossible for me not to have any post-op problems (even for the smallest of surgeries, much less for two cervical spinal fusions and one cervical spinal disc replacement surgery!). Dr Watkins Jr is the best in the field, and as far as I'm concerned, the ONLY orthopedic spinal surgeon to even consider. If I could give him 20 stars, I would, because a 5 star rating just doesn't do him enough justice! He's by far the SMARTEST , most CARING, distinguished, TALENTED, highly SKILLED, reputable, and most highly respected spinal surgeons in the country (if not the world). Even with all his fame, talent, and esteem, Dr Watkins Jr. still treats every patient equally, takes his TIME with each and every person he sees, and truly CARES for every single patients' well-being over his own pocketbook (which is a rarity these days to say the least!). And most shocking of all is that this comes from one of the highest acclaimed, top-level, world-renowned surgeons, who is most famous for being the go-to spinal surgeon to the world's top athletes. He's most well-known for when he performed the spinal surgeries for two of NFL's most notable football players, and arguably the best quarterbacks of all time, Peyton & Eli Manning, both of whom sing Dr Watkins Jr's praises for the care that they received from him. Dr Watkins Jr is now the go-to orthopedic spine surgeon to each and every one of all the world's top athletes from all major sports/sports teams, now being the surgeon to not just the NFL, but also to the NBA, NHL, and so on. HIGHLY recommended would be an understatement! Trust me on this one.

Wall of fame in the waiting area (of celebrities and athletes being treated here)

Shawn Bond, P.A.

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Robert Watkins, IV, M.D.

Tracey Didinger, M.D - Advanced Orthopaedic Care

4.0(9 reviews)

0.5 mi•Del Rey

Without a doubt, probably the sweetest most caring Doctor I have ever met! And she's smart too! "Dr…read moreTracey" has been helping me with my shoulder problems for a couple years now and her treatment plan has helped me immensely!

I wish I had a good experience with Dr. Didinger as some of the other people. Maybe some patients…read moreget special care. She was dismissive, didn't listen, sarcastic and condescending from the first visit. I was an active relatively young patient who had arthroscopic surgery for a partially torn meniscus, she told me I'd be up walking around after a few days, she did a debridement that ravaged my knee and now 4 months later I'm suffering with chronic knee pain, can barely walk and I feel like I'm being swept under the rug because she's dismissive and rude when I try to express my concerns. Worst decision of my life.

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DISC Sports & Spine Center - Marina del Rey

5.0(5 reviews)

0.5 mi•Del Rey

I can't explain how incredible my experience was at DISC Surgery Center in Marina del Rey. I truly…read morewish other hospitals and surgery centers would model themselves after this place. The facility itself is absolutely stunning, the rooms are spacious and comfortable, and being able to have my family there with me brought so much comfort during such a vulnerable time. Every single nurse, staff member, and provider who walked into my room treated me like family. As a nurse myself, I know firsthand how rare it is to encounter a team this exceptional. The level of compassion, professionalism, and attentiveness here is unmatched. My CRNA listened to every concern I had, and this was by far the best I have ever woken up from anesthesia -- minimal nausea, well-controlled pain, and genuine comfort throughout recovery. Honestly, it made me emotional because you could truly feel how much these people care about their patients. Going into spine surgery could have been such a frightening and nerve-racking experience, but this team turned it into something truly special. I will never forget the kindness and care every person showed me. Thank you all so much for taking such amazing care of me. You are all extraordinary.

Everyone here took very good care of me. The quality of the care was above and beyond. The…read moreexperience I had here was loving and caring. I highly recommend ... after going through physical therapy and it not working. I finally got referred over to this place and the quality care i received was amazing. I have to agree with another review that I read the facility itself. It's absolutely stunning.

I got a plasma injection on my tibial tendon

Gorgeous and comfy facility

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Dr. Kim has been amazing for my health journey. I have a history of back issues and was finally at…read morea point where I was resigned to get surgery and Dr. Kim was recommended to me. Surprisingly however, Dr. Kim (a surgeon) did not recommend surgery for me, but rather a series of exercises and weight loss. It was not easy, but after 5+ years I went from experiencing back pain in about 300 days a year, to back pain of less than 30 days a year. I had to continue to see him, and when a spasm or something happens, to get treatment, but his care, empathy and professionalism is second to none, and this is supported by his wonderful office team, who have always been helpful and caring. A few years ago, my father received a surgical option for his back, and somehow it just seemed off, so I recommended him to see Dr. Kim, whose opinion was completely different, and far less invasive. So we flew my father down from the Bay Area and Dr. Kim performed the surgery, and 3 years later my father is pain free. Everyone's journey is different, but before you decide on a back surgeon, I would highly recommend visiting with Dr. Kim.

After years and years of neck pain and discomfort, I was referred to Dr Kim. I appreciated his…read moreconservative approach to my care by starting with other therapies and treatment first rather than jumping straight into surgery. It was only after all treatment options were exhausted that the decision was made for a double cervical fusion, which I appreciated as a 34yr old. This surgery is not to be taken lightly. It's now been 11 years since my fusion, and I am still pain free in my neck. It no longer crunches when I turn my head. The nerves in my arms are no longer burning into my fingers. My migraines have subsided significantly. I cannot thank Dr Kim and his wonderful team enough. The one thing I would change is the lack of effective communication from the front desk regarding appointment wait times. The average wait was well over one hour from the start time of my scheduled appt, which really eats into your day - especially if you're taking time off work.

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