I've had what I suspected to be tennis elbow for over 4 months, which is unusual for me. When I usually feel the pain coming, I can modify how I hold things and the pain tends to go away fairly quickly. I spoke with my primary physician and she referred my to Dr. Lee at Desert Orthopedic Center, just to be sure that there wasn't something else going on. Making an appointment was super easy. They called me immediately after receiving my referral and I was shocked that they were able to see me within a week. These sorts of medical offices usually have a long waiting list. I was signed up for the portal and told that some forms would be sent to me or I'd have to be in 30 min early (instead of 15) to fill out said paperwork. I got a few emails but never any forms. I arrived more than 30 min early because of this. I didn't get called up to do my paperwork until the time of my appointment and it actually wasn't really any paperwork. The person at the desk asked me questions and I signed two forms and we were done. Although my appointment didn't start on time, I didn't have to wait long once called back. Everything was quick and efficient and friendly. I loved how everyone gave their names and explained where and why and made me feel comfortable. Dr. Lee was great. Informative and helpful. He gave me options. I chose the cortisone shot, which was done right there in office. The office is large but clean, not as modern as other places but that's ok. I'd definitely recommend this place and will be back if any other issues arise. read more

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I'm a patient of Desert orthopedic in the far Northwest area and my care has always been amazing there! My experience with this Desert orthopedics visit started off great. Reception was wonderful. The person who took me back to do my x-rays was very sweet and the girl who did my x-rays was very patient with me because my arm and shoulder was in such pain. Even the girl who took my information in the room before the doctor came in was super friendly! All that changed when Dr Huff came in the room. The man does not listen. He basically discredited how I was feeling and told me it was not my shoulder but my neck. That's totally fine that he was able to let me know that the pain I was feeling was actually coming from a pinched nerve in my neck. His delivery was awful. My adult daughter was with me, because she drove me and when we walked out she said that guy is such a jerk! His tone was condescending, almost mocking. I would never recommend anyone to him, ever. read more

Went for elbow tendonitis and was shown 1 stretching exercise and told to wear a brace. And rub some voltaren on it . No PT referral for proper exercises and basically told me to rub some dirt on it and it will get better per dr. Fonte read more

WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING BEWARE of making an appointment with a specific doctor at Desert Orthopedic. I made an appointment with Dr. Kang in regard to my hips, which have been replaced twice on both sides! My hips are 10-12 years old and starting to have some issues. Dr. Kang , I was told is Desert Orthopedic's ONLY revision specialist for their firm. No one else does revision surgery. I did not see Dr. Kang. I saw another doctor who checked my hips and said everything appeared fine! My complaint is Dr. Kang does 100 revision surgery's a year. The Doctor I saw did not do revision surgery! It was a waste of my time since I had to travel all the way across the valley to see a doctor who could not answer my questions. So I will have to make another appointment in order to see Dr. Kang, MAYBE! So in closing be careful when booking to see a certain doctor at this firm!!! read more

Had a work injury and got referred here. Such a blessing to be referred here. From the moment you walk in to check in and registration the staff were highly professional, polite and truly caring. They are super fast and efficient getting you the care needed from x-ray to consult was in and out. read more

My husband just had a knee replacement surgery yesterday, and i just want to share our experience with everyone. This facility has real awesome, knowledgeable, caring and very compassionate group of staff. Nurses like Daisy, Myela Sorriano, Chris and Matthew (PT) made this very difficult and painful procedure seem easy. They saw to it that all the patients under their care were comfortable. And they were very sincere. We were very lucky to have met these great group of healthcare professionals. Thank you for all that you guys do. read more

Amy is the office manager at this location. She helped me get my son his MRI. I was late to my appointment because I went to the Warm Springs location after I drove from out of town. When I arrived at the desert inn location, I was told I missed the appointment and would have to reschedule. Amy helped me get seen today. Amy was very understanding and helpful and I appreciate her so much. Thank you Amy! read more

Dr. Watson and his staff are unparalleled. I've come to this DOC and other locations many times in the last three or so years. Alan and Nickie are absolutely wonderful. Both are extremely friendly and helpful. Tbh, everyone has been wonderful during all my Dr. Visits. A year ago, I had several Dr. Appts (one even at this same location) But it wasn't until I met w Dr. Watson that I felt confident to move forward with foot surgery. I also met w two of his fellows, and both were amazing. Highly Recommend for any foot issues. I get a little overwhelmed with scheduling. They tell you a time to arrive, but then sometimes you'll get a text that tells you to arrive earlier. This can be confusing for me because I get easily overwhelmed and confused w appointment times as I've already set reminders and etc., but this is pretty standard for all Dr offices. I just wish they would give you the earlier time from the beginning. read more

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This is the worst experience I have ever encountered from my initial phone call, to trying g to make an appointment,.took 6 weeks, to being g seem. Then being referred to am equally horrid NEUROLOGY Clinic. Do not, I repeat,.do not even call here. Run fast. Went to a new physician who's entire office understands professionalism. I will get my results, after 4 months still waiting from this place, but the new place already have results. read more

I've been waiting for 90 minutes as I write this review! Last time I was here in 2018, 2019 and 2021 for a torn labrum ! They were slow then and things haven't changed:( Broken foot follow up , I can guarantee it going to be 2 hr wait ! read more

They have helped keep my pain under control. This has been a 15 year battle with pain at a 5-8 all the time. I'm now at a 3/4 and moving in the right direction thanks to Dr. Kim and Jeffery Haynes PA-C. I've never waited long at my appointments and have been able to get scheduled pretty quick. read more

Very disappointing experience at this office. I had an appointment to see Dr.Hendershot at 9 AM and we were not seen until 11 AM. The worst part was, he walked in, didn't even apologize for the wait. He was in and out so fast, didn't offer much treatment options. Front desk staff was good. read more

I have been a long time patient and have always had quality care and appreciate all of the staff and physicians. Recently had an acute shoulder injury and After 30 minutes waiting to make an appointment was told the first available was 2 months out. Tried explaining the injury Was urgent and acute and still over and over 2 month wait. Sorry to say it may be time for a new orthopedic office which I was able To see within two days. Sorry to leave but being a number and not a patient obviously is more important. read more

Dr. Watson and Dr. Raissi came highly recommended to me. I just had a new patient consult with Dr. King (works with both doctors as well). Very thankful I chose to get another opinion. Very satisfied! He took the time to look at the X-rays and CTs, discussed plan, and answered my questions. He is very pleasant and intelligent. I highly recommend Dr. King. After numerous consults with other physicians, I left this appointment with a positive outlook on my recovery! I will recommend to all my family and friends! read more

This review is about the front office staff. I dealt with 2 different ladies and neither one said hello or good morning, there was not even hint of a smile. Otherwise thier words and actions were correct but there was no sense that they recognized that I'm a person. It was like dealing with perfect little robots, but also when I was given instructions their tone was terse, like I was being reprimanded. My conclusion is that DO pays them poorly and maybe beats them? read more

I just want to give a big thanks to Jeff Haynes and staff for always being there for me and actually listening and caring. Thank you Cherish you having made things easy for me when the outside world has been hard so thank you . If there is ever anything I can do for you all,just call me.Being in constant pain is already hard you all make it a little easier Simply the best. read more

Dr. Andrew Kim is an amazing health professional who truly cares about ME! At each appointment, he takes the time to listen to whatever I have to say and then synthesizes my thoughts to come up with a positive action plan so I can move forward. His compassion gives me such hope and he truly has both my physical and emotional well-being foremost. Dr.'s entire staff embody such a genuine care for their patients. Cherish is always smiling, cheerful and makes me feel happy. Able has been with Dr. for a very long time and he continues to demonstrate his true love for his work. Dr. and his entire incredible staff work together as one cohesive team and I'm so grateful to have them with me on my health journey. read more

I went to this center because my Rotator Cuff was cracking all the way around my shoulder. I saw Dr.Richard S. Woodworth. Before seeing him they sent me a big package of paper work to fill out. When I went in everyone was polite and accommodating. They sent me to Richard S. Woodworth. They took an X~ray and he gave me a cortisone shot. He wanted to see if that would make it better. My friend just had surgery on her Rotator Cuff but her shoulder did not have the cracking of the bones in the shoulder like I had. They said come back in 3 weeks. I saw another lady and she is discussing the same X~ray he did when I was there the first time. I was like why is she telling me the same thing. They wanted the Copay and to bill the insurance again. We talked that week. I got an MRI on my shoulder and then I told them due to my disability I can not go out 3 times a week for physical therapy for my arm. I don't drive. I take a bus. I also told them that Aetna will come to my house and do the Physical Therapy. She called me back the next day to tell me that Doctor Richard Woodworth said he will not do the surgery unless I go there for PT. I said that it was impossible. All that week his secretary was chatting with me then on Friday she said she was sorry that he said NO he will not do the surgery. Only because they wanted me to do it there. Aetna will do it in my home. They did not like that. So she quickly cut me short on the phone and said there is nothing they could do for me. I filled a report to Aetna and she lied to Aetna and said I never came back. I told themy insurance company I did not go back because she said there is nothing he said they could do for me and she then said I have other patients to talk with. Then we both said Good bye. All the times I talked with her on the phone and I was up there in person they were nice. Then when they could not get extra money from the insurance company for PT their attitude changed to cold. They wanted the money from Aetna for PT when it is including in my plan. This Desert Orthopedic office with Richard Woodworth lied. I wasted my money to get that MRI for my rotator cuff when they turned me down because I could not go 3 days a week for PT when my insurance company would come to my home. Las Vegas doctors are all about the money. They do not care about the patients well being. I will never go back to Desert Orthopedic Center again. On his paper work it says: Desert Orthopaedic Center. Dr.Richard Woodworth, M.D. I guess you have to be rich to get him to do right by patients that does not have a lot of money like The Silver Knights and Las Vegas Aces. Next I am writing a review on Google. read more

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Great Drs and gentle care for any body parts in pain. Team of Drs, PAs, Radiologists, clerical all professional and kind read more

Desert Orthopaedic Center - Pain gel for knees - Orthopedists Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

This rating only applies to Dr Kim, his office staff, and his business processes. Dr Kim, you called me for a scheduled telemedicine visit, for which I was given a TWO HOUR WINDOW to receive your call. Out of the SEVEN phone numbers I have in my contact list for Desert Orthopaedics, none of them are the number you called me from, so your call went directly to voicemail. In your voicemail, you said to return your call, but you DIDN'T LEAVE A CALL BACK PHONE NUMBER. I called the number you called me from within five minutes of you leaving a message and the two people who I had the unfortunate experience of interacting with, could not get me to you or anyone on your 'team'. I asked for your phone number and I was told I cannot have it unless you give it to me.I thought, OK, I'll have to be the one to jump through hoops to see you and I tried to make an appointment. Nope, I can't see you until July - TWO MONTHS FROM NOW! Or your next telemedicine appointment is in June - ONE MONTH FROM NOW. You may be a great doctor, but I'll never know. I told your staff I'd look elsewhere for my medical care. You are way too busy and out of touch for me to take you medical care seriously. Your business processes are really quite outrageous. read more

The care was excellent. Dr. Song was is excellent,all of staff was excellent. I can't express my gratitude. Thanks

I didn't have to wait long at all. Everyone was caring, friendly and answered all my questions. I will definitely go back.

Just had knee surgery today. Everything went very well. I had a torn meniscus in my right knee and they repaired it and scrapped some arthritis as well. Everything went well and I'm in no pain at the moment. They took care of me extremely well and treated me very professionally. I have a follow up appointment in two weeks . They said I can continue with my regular routine in a couple of days. read more

The only good thing I have to say is I didn't want long to be seen. X-ray staff was amazing as well. My bad experience started when the PA asked me if I needed an interpreter the moment she came in. I understand I have a strong Hispanic appearance but that was super uncomfortable for me. I feel like I was discriminated against. My concerns and feelings were disregarded since there's no fractures on my hand. Is this not a hand specialist who understands pain does not just come from fractures but your tendons as well? I have tendinitis and still I was refused further treatment but a referral to physical therapy which I had to fight for. The demographic location of this office plays a role in care. I was hoping this would be different but I'm not surprised I was treated this way especially after being asked if I needed an interpreter. Save your $40 and go elsewhere. read more

The staff is great and extremely nice. The office is clean and pleasant. I saw Dr. Walter Song, who specializes in workmen's comp claims and accident patients. However, he does not offer many options or ADA accommodations for those experiencing pain without a claim. During my appointment, he only looked at my hand without thoroughly assessing the issue or offering any physical examination. It seems that Dr. Walter Song prioritizes certain types of claims over genuinely helping people. It appears that his focus is on financial gain rather than caring for patients. If you choose this place, I would recommend avoiding Dr. Walter Song. read more

I arrived to my appointment 30 minutes early and still waited 56 minutes to be brought back to a room to continue wait another 30+ to see a provider, the nurse came in took my info and ordered X-rays, I waited, got the x rays then went back to the room and waited another 30+, when the provider took one look at me he said I needed to lose weight before even looking at my Xrays, which were taken of the wrong section of my back so I had to go back and wait for those to be done, then back in the room for another 30 minutes. After I explained the enormous amount of pain I was in the doctor said he would send medication to my pharmacy for me and suggested I get an MRI ( which needs a prior auth and needs a separate apt) After being there a total of almost 4 hrs I got a prescription for an NSAID, no different than the Aleeve I was currently taking at home. I wanted to cry such a waist of time. read more

Worst doctors office I've ever been to. 2 hours of waiting after appointment time. Will never be coming here again. Do not recommend to anyone. read more

Dr. Nishyama did a total knee replacement on me. My recovery has been great and the pain wasn't bad at all. The staff is great and the physical therapists are outstanding. Highly recommend. read more

As we all know the hoops you have to go through just to get into a doctor is amazing. then when you finally do they give a band aid on a serious and painful knee problem. Then suggest a treatment that has to be approved. So, more time goes by and all the while you're still in pain. Finally, the treatment is approved, and you awe some relief is coming but what not so fast. It has to go through a specialty pharmacist and then once they receive word that it is there, now you think relief is coming, but not now you have to make an appointment because they won't make it until all the injection gel has arrived. Then you call and they can get you in a couple of weeks. All the while you are still in pain. I tried to explain to them that my wife and I were leaving town and if there was any way they could fit her in. Of course, not because this doctor doesn't see patients on Thursday or Fridays. I said the doctor doesn't even give the shots can't another doctor or tech give it to her, of course not because every doctor at Desert is an independent contractor and only, they can see her. The merry go round of calls I made was amazing and I just kept getting passed around to different people. Where has the compassion for people gone. This company represents the decline in our medical system and our lack of human compassion and any remote caring of people in pain. If possible, I would try to find a smaller more personal group of doctors if they exist read more

I come here all the time and each time I come in for my appointments, I'm out in the room and forgets. Each time I come I'm waiting for 1.5-2 hours before the Dr comes in to talk to me. When I open the door to ask questions, the medical assistants catch an attitude. Asking can I help you? Yes, did Dr forget about me? The MA said no he's with other patients also... ok so my time means nothing? I shouldn't have to wait as if I was a walk in patient. I scheduled an appointment for a reason... 30mins past appointment time is pushing it... 1 hour is unacceptable and 1-5 hours is obnoxious!!! We all have things to do. I am very disappointed and unhappy with the staff and the wait time. This is absurd and unacceptable!! They need to figure out their staff and scheduling!! Horrible wait time and rude staff! read more

Extremely disappointed with my visit here for my mother. The doctors here are very nice and very understanding. As for the billing staff and front desk, they're very rude and very unprofessional. It's a shame that the front desk and billing staff are very unprofessional and rude, otherwise this place would've been a solid 5 stars from me. Pros: + The medical workers are very nice and welcoming + The doctors offer many options and listen to your problems Cons: - Front Desk and the Billing / Exit staff are extremely rude and unprofessional. Overall, if you know what you're here for, the place is solid. Front desk and billing staff needs big improvement as they're the sole reason why my review dropped them to a 3 star instead of 5 read more

I'm scheduled for a doctors appointment for my back pain around 11 at this location. I updated all my contact information and everything on my account a week before my appointment. I'm speeding to my appointment because of so much traffic in east Las Vegas and I walk in and get to the check in desk just for them to tell me "we cancelled your appointment, we can reschedule if you'd want?" I have no other choice, this is the closest location that my insurance accepts so unfortunately I have to reschedule, this is still a 15-20 minute drive mind you. I checked my call logs and my voicemails and received no unknown number call within the last week so nobody ever did contact me. Unprofessional and frustrating. Call the day before to make sure they did not screw you over and waste your time. read more

The staff and physicians are kind. But I so many complications after my procedure. The only recommended fix was pain medication. No physician wanted to resolve the root of the issue only mask the pain with Rx drugs. I don't know if something happened during my surgery but the pain is worst than before the surgery read more

My experience was not good. First, it seemed okay the PA was nice. I had a real hard time getting pain medication. Because you can only order like 7 pills at a time? Then when I saw the doctor, by chance because originally I was booked a month out. Got an MRI in two days thanks to Steinberg's great staff. The doctor saw me and said there was a 50/50 chance to fix it with laparoscopic surgery. Then offered a half knee replacement. When I said I'm not interested in surgery, he refused to help with pain, he said try creams.Later, got a second opinion, and the doctor said I didn't need surgery. Be careful always get a second opinion. read more

I had meniscus surgery on both knees 3 weeks apart. Each knee entailed more than the initial diagnosis. I was provided photos of what was corrected but that means nothing to me. The dr called my husband to say how many stitches he put in each. No other explanation was given other than my research on google. I had to wait 2 weeks for my follow up and saw a PA vs. my dr. By then I had forgotten to ask what I really had done. Fast forward 3 weeks and the same thing, however the pain was much worse. The pain meds did nothing for my excruciating pain. I called the next day and was told to call back at the end of the week if I was still having pain. The whole process is a cluster F and I shouldn't have to google the end result that's written on a piece of paper. Can't say I'm a fan at this point. read more

Have had so much information given to me pertaining to my feet trouble. Every staff member has been extremely helpful throughout everything. Being claustrophobic and being required to wear a face mask was annoying. Haven't worn a face shield for over a year. read more

I did leave a review when I had my left rotator cuff repaired by Dr woodworth at this location. I am about a week after having right shoulder surgery, as of now, everything is going well. This time around, I did go to Dr fontes. Dr woodworth does not do the CSR surgery that I needed with the VA. I did have the surgery completed last Thursday. Today is friday. As of right now, everything appears to be on track for a decent recovery. Any of the times that I have gone to any of the locations to talk to either woodworth or fantas, all seemed to go well. By the way, right now my left shoulder is absolutely fine. I do believe that I am at 100% with my left shoulder. It was done in May of 2022, today is February of 2 1024. read more

Dr. Walter Song is very incompetent. I was sent from UMC to the hospital and referred by the hospital to see this Dr who came in the room for one minute and told me to continue taking the medication I was previously prescribed by UMC and told me to follow back up in a week. I was then asked for another referral just for to do the follow up HE requested. I do not recommend Desert Orthopedics and that doctor to specialize in your medical concerns. read more

Read the reviews carefully. I honestly don't understand what the f*** is wrong with the doctors in Nevada. Seriously! I was referred to dr. Dunn and waited in extreme pain for over a week for an appointment. After I met with Dr Dunn, I was referred to Dr. Smith for my pain management. No problem since that appointment and an additional copay was on Friday, which means I only had to wait excruciating pain for another two days. The morning of my appointment after I was literally walking out the door I received a call. It is Dr Smith's receptionist advising me that they won't be able to meet with me today because I'm an issue with my insurance. This was literally checked on Wednesday and I specifically recall the lady telling me that an appointment with dr. Smith wouldn't be able to be made on their computer if my insurance didn't cover it. So WTF!! You honestly f****** think I would go back to an office like this!!! Don't waste your time with this practice. It was a waste of my time and money. Why I need to see another doctor for trigger shot injections is beyond my wildest?! It just seems like all the doctors in Nevada are all about making money, billing insurance, taking your copays, and doing absolutely Jack sh** Dr. Dunn reviewed my MRI while I was in the office and I guess became discouraged when he found out I didn't want to have neck surgery. Next surgery! Why is it that doctors in California can resolve my neck issues in one visit and it takes over ten months for doctors in Nevada to do so? Can anyone explain that to me? Doctor Dunn also kept my copy of my neck X-rays, Which means that even if I want to go see another doctor I don't have a copy of my x-rays. I'm sure if I even ask for it back they would probably charge me a copay to get a copy of my own X-ray back. I have spent so much money and time this year on my neck issues and the drs haven't resolved anything. These Nevada doctors are truly horrible. They waste your time. I've lived in Southern Cal and now here and Nevada has the WORST doctors I've ever seen -- Desert Orthopaedic Center is no different read more

Desert Orthopedics has raised complicating the referral process to an art form. I've been at it for 2 weeks and spend hours on the phone to no avail. Every requirement is new and different from what they told you the last time. I have given up on them and have made the decision to use a different service provider. It makes no difference how good they are if you can't get in to see them. read more