I had surgery to fuse L4 and L4 on October 9, 2025. I've…read morewaited until now (9 months) to write my review because I wanted to be sure how good my outcome is. My surgery was done by Dr. Burdi who I've determined has done a very good job. Prior to my surgery Dr. Burdi and Tyler Waldron, his PA, did X-rays and MRI's, and also treated my back pain with non-surgical methods such as physical therapy, home exercises, pain meds, and injections. I had severe instances of back pain and sciatica going back many years often times going down my leg, and I was originally treated by Dr. Evangelista. Since the many years of therapy and medicines had not resulted in significant or lasting improvement, Dr Burdi determined that I was a good candidate for surgery because X-ray and MRI images showed L4 and L5 were offset and would pinch on nerves. There were many times that I had to cancel my golf because of lower back pain. Dr. Burdi's surgery coordinator, Pat Weber, was excellent coordinating everthing and helping me with any questions. So how was surgery? I was surprised that I did not have any severe pain after surgery either from my back or from the surgery. I did have some pain, but it was not severe at all. I only took oxycodone and muscle relaxants for 4 days. Then I switched to extra strength tylenol and anti-inflammatory pills. Stitches were removed after 1 week I think. I did have a problem witih the steri-strips coming off every day because of the friction of the back brace on my shirt which kept rubbing against the steri-strips. That caused me some anxiety, but the skin healed fine. I went through physical therapy for 5 months, was careful to avoid bending, lifting, and twisting, but still had some moderate lower back pain and sciatica, although nothing severe. Dr. Burdi said it could easily take 6 months to heal, and he would order another MRI at 6 months if I still had pain. I still had some pain at 6 months, and was still taking anti-inflammatory pills 3 to 4 days/week so I did have another MRI. Dr. Burdi and Tyler evaluated the MRI and were certain the surgery was completely successful; there was adequate room around the nerves. Dr. Burdi explained that not only could it still be healing, but that I do have arthritis among the vertebrae above and below the fusion that can cause some pain, but that it was not a candidate for surgery. He referred me to Dr. Washburn for further evaluation and non-surgical treatment. In the meantime, since my MRI showed the surgery outcome was excellent, I started golfing again. I found that as long as I continued taking an anti-inflammatory pill 3 or 4 days/week, I could golf with just minor pain during and after. I was amazed and happy that I was golfing again. I did see Dr Washburn. He evaluated me and the MRI images. He said that it appeared to him that I was still healing, and some people take a year to completely heal. He recommended no further treatment, but rather to wait a couple more months to see how I feel. So since then, I have continue to feel better. I now take an anti-inflammatory pill only 1 or 2 days per week, primarily when I'm practicing golf or golfing. I still get some lower back pain at times but nothing severe. Usually after twisting by back or lifting relatively heavy stuff. I've found I also get upper back aches which I guess is a result of compensating for the reduced flexibility at the L-4/L-5 fusion and the arthritis. I am feeling good enough that I can do pretty much anything with only minor aches and pains. I am going to wait the full year, and if I'm still having pain, I will go back to Dr. Washburn for injections or ablations which are the likely next steps if needed. I am glad I had the surgery and I would highly recommend Dr. Burdi, Tyler Waldron (PA), Pat Wever (Surgery Coordinator), Dr. Washburn, and the rest of the staff at Community Orthopedic.

There are some good doctors there. This star is for the COMG practice. I had to eventually use…read moreanother practice. I would sit in the exam room for up to an hour every time I went. One day I laid down on the exam bed and fell asleep. Appointments are not possible if you have other plans within a few hours. This review was prompted as I just got two bills from them. It is now July 2026 and the bills are for procedures done in March 2024.

I was recently diagnosed with cancer on my spine and pelvis. Tumors were pressing on nerves causing…read moreincredibly debilitating pain. My oncologist recommended an epidural along with radiation to shrink the tumors but I could not find a doctor to do it especially with the holidays. I went to see Dr Hanjan and he thoroughly analyzed my scans and miraculously told me he would fit me in for the procedure same day! He did it within a few hours. It's not often a doctor demonstrates such empathy along with intelligence and skill. He is an angel and his office assistant , Bobbie, very kind and quickly responsive. Going there was an excellent choice!

I had a nerve issue in a big toe that was rather quickly escalating into a full blown dropped foot…read more Had an MRI and was waiting for a neurologist appt when their office suggested a visit to Dr Hanjan in the meantime...so glad I went. In one visit he determined exactly where the nerve impingement was and within a few PT appts I was well on my way back to normal. Meticulous and thorough, I've never seen a Dr take such copious notes during an exam and even the follow-ups. Great doctor and staff...really good at what they do. I cannot thank them enough.

If this doctor had any compassion, it would shock me. Ages ago it was recommended for me to see…read morehim. Obviously he graduated at the bottom because he didn't know how to take care of me. So he pushed me off on one of his associates that gaslit me. It was a lifetime ago, but my goodness I don't forget. And I know what he has done to his other patients. It's shameful that he doesn't know how to say. I'm sorry I don't know how to take care of you instead of gaslighting them. His office is incompetent as well. They pretend that they don't know why the prescription wasn't sent in when it actuality there were too lazy to call it in the first place. Avoid this office like you would the plague. I don't know what side of the aisle he is on, but it's only about what suits him.

Dr Morris is a no nonsense, here's the problem & solution professional. I'm well on the way to…read morerecovery. I've already recommended him to another patient who feels the same way. AND the office personnel & support staff are first rate & all treated me with compassion & care.

Don't care for patients. He doesn't listen to patient 's symptoms and thinks he knows what the…read moreproblem is. After his surgery didn't resolve my painful shoulder, he didn't see me and only saw his PA. The PA recommend I do trigger point injections that I already had done prior to the surgery. I never did see him again because they said that there's nothing more to be done.

The staff and scheduling at this office are the worst. I have never experienced such…read moreunprofessional intake. They have no idea what they are talking about. Sorry Dr. Thomas. If you read this review you should really pay attention. I called several times to schedule a consult for shoulder surgery with you and your staff kept transferring to voicemail at 10 AM on a Thursday.

Dr. Michael Burdi performed surgery on my lumbar spine in May 2025. I had 5 discs that were 100%…read morecompressed and one disc that was facing the wrong direction. As a result of the compressed discs I had sciatica in my right leg so bad I could not walk more than 10 yards without having to sit down. The procedure took 8 1/2 hours to complete. Following surgery I was up walking shortly after waking up. Within 6 weeks following surgery I was traveling to Europe and walking 5-7 miles per day on uneven pavement. The sciatica was completely gone. After 8 weeks I was totally pain free. I would highly recommend scheduling an appointment with Dr. Burdi if you are having back pain. Dr. Burdi only does surgery if it is necessary.

looks like the reviews are great for those that had surgery. I changed Drs. do to the way he talked…read moreto me and what I heard him say about me in the hallway. Unkind, a bit hotheaded. He ridiculed my insurance, lectured me about my Insurance and something I won't repeat on here. something a Male dr should never say to a female. Out of line and inconsiderate. demands you use their MRI, has no compassion for those who had issues with MRI. I found another great Dr who has done many, many surgeries in Mission Viejo area. He as reasonable and kind and his associate was amazing too....We do have choices and I made one to not see this Dr. I also talked to a nurse who said he was unkind as well. Personalities don't change, even if he is an excellent surgeon. it's a choice.

Dr. Gardner did my knee replacement. He's a great guy! Spent time with me explaining the…read moreprocedure and the recovery process/time period. Everyone in the office was so supportive, caring and encouraging.....the X-ray tech, his PA, the nurses...just amazing. The worse part of the knee replacement was the staple removal. However, the nurse that did it was so sympathetic during the procedure and really cared about the pain level I was experiencing. I never had to wait any length of time to see Dr. Gardner. He was right on schedule every time I went in. I love this place. Dr. Gardner did tell me eventually my other knee would need replacing. I'll be back.

If the receptionist can be ruder and most hostile, I have not met any. Their attitudes makes Jim…read moreCarey skits look more friendly. Not only were they rude and condescending on the phone, their in person behaviors out does the most outrageous farces. Furthermore, they are ignorant. Not only do they know what their doctor does, they demand that you be their errand boys. They also expect you to enter the same data in multiple forms while they demand information that they didn't notify you were needed. All with a sneer and a belittling tone. The main receptionist on the first floor was courteous. The medical staff was attentive and understanding. I am specially calling out the second floor receptionist.

I had an emergency hip surgery with him as well. But what had happened was I was scheduled hip…read morecomplete replacement by different Orthopedic surgeon and was scheduled 5 months later on Monday October 13TH, 2025 but unfortunately my primary care physician called me on Friday October 10th, 2025 called me and told me that my surgery appointment had been canceled due to other medical condition and one of my doctors didn't sign medical clearance. On Friday night my pain started around midnight before I call 911 my pain was gone. It started again and I was crawling on my bed and smashing my head on my bed and just kept screaming none stop. So I was hospitalized in emergency room and they set up my soonest surgery on Monday October 13TH, 2025 and I went to surgery room on 05:00 pm. My surgeon doctor was DR. James B. Chen did operation and afterward visited me and told me it was 100% successful and since then I'm doing great and now I'm having my left knee surgery and then my right shoulder with him too.

I had a complete knee replacement with Dr. Chen. Having him perform a knee or hip replacement with…read morehim is a no brainer. I would never see anyone but Dr. James Chen, ever. My experience was fantastic and I had a great recovery, to the point that I was able to walk around Europe within two monts with NO problems. My good friend had a hip replacement and was back teaching ballroom dancing at two months.

The Best Foot Doctor…read more Knowledgeable About Bunion Excellent job what he did to my Bunion

​I am writing this to encourage anyone considering surgery here to strongly consider getting a…read moresecond opinion, as my experience felt more like a sales pitch than a thorough clinical evaluation. ​Clinical Findings: During my initial visit, the Physician Assistant indicated that my symptoms were very likely hamstring-related and that a meniscal cause was very unlikely. Notably, my meniscal tests during the physical exam were negative. ​However, during the follow-up, the surgeon focused completely on a horizontal meniscal tear identified on the MRI--a finding that is usually degenerative and often incidental or asymptomatic in nature. ​Omitted Information: Other relevant MRI findings were not disclosed. After requesting a copy of the MRI report myself, I learned there was also a semimembranosus (hamstring) tendon tear. This issue is not treated surgically, and it aligned perfectly with the PA's initial clinical assessment. ​This lack of disclosure regarding alternative explanations left me feeling that the focus was more on scheduling a procedure than on fully exploring the correct diagnosis. I would strongly encourage others to review their imaging reports personally and obtain a second opinion before proceeding with surgery here

Dr. Waldman runs a tight ship and the Community Orthopedic Medical Group is a top notch facility…read morefor your medical needs. I came down there for an MRI on my ankle and answers on how to rid myself of what seemed to becoming a chronic injury. The MRI was painless and I got to keep the disposable shorts from the scan as a souvenir. The true difference came down to Dr. Waldman's game plan for preventing my ankle from further injury: Physical Therapy. Two words that hadn't been uttered by the three other doctors I had visited previously and will hopefully make it so I never make another appointment regarding my ankle again... I'm not sure if this is the difference between the OC and LA, but this is one of only a few practices that have been to that host a free private lot. Bonus points there...

He is always running late. For his appointments He is quick in and out, not taking the time to find…read moreout, or caring about what is really wrong. He did my surgery, left 2 broken screws, a broken drill bit in me, only fused 1/4 of the joint when the surgery was to fuse the entire joint. The screws were to go into the bone not through the bone with room to spare, catch, click, rip... And cause damage to nerves and other structures. When you tell him there is something wrong he doesn't care, just wants you out the door...... I would give Dr Jerald Waldman a -5

Dr Fitzpatrick amazing! Got in figured out problem quickly and remedied situation. Thanks so…read moremuch. After 13 years since Dr Fitzpatrick did my shoulder surgery. Yes I highly recommend that is why I come back. Thanks

We love Dr. Eldik. Very kind and professional. He helped my teen son w a fracture. He has a lot of…read moreknowledge. I know he is not listed as pediatric but I'd recommend him for kids bc he is gentle, kind, patient and most importantly knows kids and how active they are.