I am 90 so this is not my first doctor's visit. Never in my life have I found a doctor's office as efficient and courteous as Dr. Meli's office. On my two visits thus far, I hardly sat down before being called. In the examination room the medication to be used was laid out with my name and everything the doc needed was in place. Amazing. I am used to waiting 30 minutes often more to see a doctor. In my two visits thus far lasted l0 minutes or less and I was not rushed. Five5 star service for sure! read more

I went to Dr Meli in November of 2019. I had 3 tears on my rotator cuff. It has been 10 months since my surgery and it feel as if I never hurt myself. My shoulder has never felt better. He explained what to expect during, after and throughout physical therapy. I was finished with my physical therapy early and I truly believe it was due to Dr Meli's excellent surgical skills. read more

A good friend of mine who works in the medical field referred me to Dr. Meli because of his reputation for competence, integrity, excellent skills and calm manner in helping patients who are generally coping with severe pain from bone injuries. I found her recommendation to be true when I began treatment with Dr. Meli and I am now on the road to a successful recovery. Also, his competent staff are always friendly, welcoming and professional. I rarely write a review, mostly out of laziness, but it was a pleasure writing this review read more

I don't usually write reviews, however Dr Meli was outstanding. He recently rebuilt my shoulder and 14 years ago repaired my knee.

I first saw Dr Meli in 2014 for my shoulder. Did PT for while and shoulder was ok after. As time went on it eventually got worse. He suggested surgery and I was definitely fine with that. My shoulder was in pain daily. I've been coming to his office to see other doctors in the practice as well and familiar with the staff. The staff at this office(for the most part)is incredible. Friendly is something that is more than important to me and they have plenty of friendly people on staff. Appointment times were right on. I never sat in the waiting room. If my appointment was at 8:15 I was seen at 8:15. Give or take 5 mins. As far as my shoulder surgery goes. Words cannot express how grateful I am to Dr Meli. I went from non-stop pain prior to surgery, to zero pain the day after. When I say zero pain. I mean zero pain. No surgery pain. No more nagging shoulder pain. I'm 8 days out and no more sutures. No more sling. Just physical therapy for a few more weeks. I'm amazed at my recovery. I was expecting it to be so much worse and to be like I am now is just incredible. read more

Went to see Dr. Paul Mrleli in 2011 on Workmans Comp for a torn rotator cuff in 5 places. He did the surgery went to therapy and have had no problems in with my shoulder since then. Now I am going back to his office for knee problems and on Medicaide and had knee surgery another success. Thank You to all the staff and doctors that work in the office of Dr. Paul Meli in Ft. Lauderdale and Margate. Sincerely, Karen Shaler read more

Beware !!!! Dr Meli works with Worksman comp so they don't help you ! Told my mom she was fine we got another opinion it turns out that she needed surgery and because of him we had to wait and she got worst Do not trust him at all and his office staff is horrible read more

New location is a company called Orthpedics MD run its a factory for workmans comp claims, check out their phone system options for attornies occur before patients, poorly run, and never get back to you. read more

There are the nasty notices at the reception window about payment at the doctor's office . This is the place that when I called for the appointment, the first word out of the employee's mouth was what is your insurance.She didn't have the compassion to ask me how I was, or how it happened. She could have cared less. After I gave her my insurance card number I was placed on hold while she checked with the insurance company to make sure it was all current. Welcome to the United States health care system . After being back from Israel just two years, the coldness and unfeeling attitude still shocks me: One of three signs says "in order to reduce the cost of billing, all copays, deductibles and balances must be satisfied in full prior to your appointment with the doctor NO EXCEPTIONS. If you cannot meet this request it will be necessary for you to reschedule your appointment. thank you in advance for your cooperation:. Another sign talks of the $147 Medicare deductible which must be paid before going in to see the doctor or the appointment must be rescheduled. I was sent for an x-ray and then ushered to a room. Dr. Meli himself is very nice and told me that I had a torn cartilage. I guess it was his best opinion after feeling my knee area, but I really don't think an x-ray shows cartilage--only bone, but maybe I am wrong. But the crowning glory was that that they insisted on putting through a second charge for the x-ray before I could leave the back area! You know, it costs a small percent for every credit card transaction and they could have trusted me to pay them both together at the end of the appointment as I was leaving...I guess this office has really been burned in the past. Well guess what. I didn't go to the ordered MRI, because whatever I had healed itself and I feel great. I saved myself an MRI and going back to this place, whose office staff do not know how to treat patients, and only cares about insurance, payment, insurance, payment, etc. Today I received a bill for like $26 and some change because evidently the deductible was not figured quite correctly. Of course when one comes home from work and gets mail one has to wait for the next day. I left a message and gave them a piece of my mind. I already went online and paid the bill. In my 61 years, I have NEVER been asked to pay a deducible before I was allowed in to see a doctor, let alone for a doctor's office to put through TWO charges!! I was always trusted to pay the deductible at the end of the visit. I know that this is flaky, transient S. Florida, however I find this behavior inexcusable, lacking in humanity and not at all professional. read more

I have not yet been to this doctor but their phone manners need improving. I tried to make an appointment and was told by the receptionist on the phone that she had more important things to do right now and gave me the bum's rush... I was told that I had to have a referral in order to see this doctor, which is not so.which I won't stand for. I had to argue with her about the details of my insurance plan and to make a long story short, I called my insurance company and filed a complaint. They then called this clinic and it took 1 1/2 hour to straighten this out. Seems that they don't understand anything about insurance and as a result tend to anger their prospective patients. Today I called to change my appointment due to a family emergency and I got the same damn rude insulting treatment and was told the same thing... I had to have a referral doctor-which is incorrect. This was the same person and I will now look for another doctor that hires some decent people that don't anger their patients. IF I COULD GIVE A MINUS STAR I WOULD STAY AWAY FROM THIS CRAZY PLACE! The treatment cannot be very good here if the hired help is any indication of paying attention to details! read more

I had a 2:45 appointment and they called the day before and asked if I could move it to 11am and then didn't get me in to see the Dr until after 11:30. C'mon, really? Anyway, Meli is a great doctor and I was willing to wait a little for a great inspection and review. Scheduled for an MRI to see if his assessments are right, a torn cartilage...oh brother! I guess it could be worse. Hopefully there's a non surgical solution to get on the road to recovery and back in the golf course. They are the best orthopedics around! Give em a try read more

Had shoulder surgery a few months ago and all is a complete success. It's nice to know that Dr. Meli wanted to try everything first but surgery. Only after no success from all other options, he performed the surgery and oversaw my physical therapy and in just 10 month later I have over 90% percent of movement back. Great job Doc and to all those in your office. I hope I don't have to see you again. But if I mess something else, your the one to go to. read more

I have no idea why I never ever actually saw any Doctor after I fell in December and broke my shoulder. I only saw physician assistants. It seems like they no longer have Doctors available this simply does not make any sense to me at all. I was told to no longer go to Dr Meli's office but to go to an actual surgeon's office for him to determine what I needed. I AM VERY DISTRESSED OVER THIS NOW I saw a surgeon today and was told I need a total shoulder replacement. read more

My mom went into surgery walking for a bilateral knee surgery came out of surgery paralyzed. Meli is the worst Dr ever beware I would love to rate -100 read more

When my husband injured his shoulder in a softball injury we were referred to Dr. meli through a friend. Upon meeting Dr. MELI we could tell immediately that he was a master in his profession with his diagnosis and treatment plan my husband was back in the game before we knew it! would recommend this doctor to anyone. He has a no nonsense personality and impeccable bedside manner and treats each patient with respect and quality of care read more

This doctor office works only for workmans comp. They do not care about the patient at all. They prescribe bullshit pain killers 5 mg Percocet oh wait first they gave him tremadol. For those who don't know tremadol is like ibuprofen. Wtf does that do for pain? Listen here Jayda get your patients relief. Dr. Meli released my boyfriend for work when he's a bartender! He can't bend his knee! How can someone bartender if they cannot put pressure on their knee. This office is awful. Poor care, out for money, and working for insurance companies. Bottom line fight for different care this place sucks. read more

Dr. Meli performed a torn miniscus surgery on my left knee 21 years ago. He then did the same surgery on both of my knees in February and April of this year, due to a car accident. I found his staff and him to be professional and they know what they are doing. I recommended him to a friend of mine, and she is very happy with her surgery as well. I would highly recommend Dr. Meli for any knee issues you may have. He is the best! read more

Dr. Meli is one of the best! He covered the options available to me with regard to my shoulder issue. His professionalism and kind manner inspire confidence and put me at ease immediately. His office is well-run and staffed with the nicest people. I would not hesitate to recommend Dr. Meli to family and friends. He did a great job for me. He has a great PT office at the same facility and the staff there are great as well. Complete, excellent care, all in the same facility. Contact me with your concerns and I am happy to tell you my story. read more

After the staff assured me they would do their best to take care of me because I was in an unbearable amount of pain, they did the exact opposite. They were rough with me and aside from a couple employees, they were all short with me and rude. As for Dr. Meli, he is unprofessional, he has no compassion for others, and his "professional" opinion was there is nothing wrong with my back, although he never actually examined it, just looked at X-rays. I was told I was getting equipment I never received and I left there feeling a thousand times worse than when I came in, which was REALLY BAD to begin with. I truly believe this practice is a more than a scam, it's border lining on fraud and theft. I would not let my worst enemy to go through what I experienced in Dr. Meli's "practice" read more

I have read the reviews concerning Dr. Meli and workers comp and I must say, as a workers comp patient, I was expecting the worst experience to occur regarding my knee issue. I am thrilled to report that my experience with Dr. Meli is nothing other than exceptional service and experience. His staff is very friendly, professional and are available to answer questions. Dr. Meli himself is a straight shooter. No BS and telling it like it is. His expertise and professionalism are exceptional. I was also very pleasantly surprised at his warmth and he took his time explaining what my situation was, what the surgery (in my case) would entail and how long my recovery would take. I also expected to be rushed through the "system" and found it to be the complete opposite. His focus has been on my comfort and recuperation. I HIGHLY recommend him, his services and his staff. read more

I am not from California and this Dr does not spend time with his patients- if you have a case don't go to him- he works for insurance companies!!! read more

Got referred by my doc. Tried to make an appointment. Got put on hold for 20 min then disconnected several times. Terrible customer service. Not friendly. Finally spoke to someone after explaining that. They said they do not accept my insurance . I offered to pay cash and they refused to make the appointment. Sounds like a scam to me. Another reason why health care system is a mess read more

.Dr. Meli is as good as it gets! Professional and friendly staff and Dr. Meli's expertise and experience is why I am doing so well right now. You don't feel like a "number" when you see him. He treats you with no nonsense respect and kindness. I am grateful for his care and the kindness of his staff. read more

I am writing this review on Meli Centers of Excellence, now known as Orthopedix MD. I went to their Margate Clinic for stem cell therapy by Dr. Poovendran, an associate of this firm. 24 hours later I was in the hospital for MRSA in the right hip joint, precisely where one of the injections was given. Since then (Nov. 18) I have been completely ignored by this firm. I spent 16 days in hospital, 2 surgeries to clean out what they put in. No cartilage left in right hip. Now a high-risk patient and MRSA carrier. Months of pain and suffering waiting for now necessary high-risk hip replacement. Complete negligence following the procedure, ignoring my cries for help due to pain, which they said was normal, and prescribed more pain killers, advised not to call 911. If I hadn't gone to ER, MRSA would have become sepsis and I'd be dead. I seek compensation from this heartless clinic, and not just a $6000. refund of the cost of the therapy. read more