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Orthopedic Surgeon, Joints & Sports Medicine # Christopher Combs, MD Total Hip Replacement Total Knee Replacement Partial Knee Replacement Total Shoulder Replacement Hip Arthroscopy Knee Arthroscopy [Read patient reviews ↓](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/physicians/christopher-combs-md/#patient-reviews) [Biography & locations ↓](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/physicians/christopher-combs-md/#biography) [Official Commons profile ↗](https://commonsclinic.com/physicians/christopher-combs-md/) ![Christopher Combs, MD](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/assets/christopher-combs-md.jpg) Meet your clinician ## A little more about Christopher Combs. Dr. Christopher Combs is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who treats a wide range of musculoskeletal issues, with a focus on joint health, minimally invasive procedures, and personalized treatment plans. His clinical expertise includes joint replacement and advanced arthroscopic procedures of the hip, knee, and shoulder. Whether evaluating injuries, exploring pain management options, or recommending surgery, Dr. Combs is known for getting to the heart of the issue—quickly and clearly. Patients describe him as direct, informative, and compassionate. He’s praised for offering clear explanations, listening closely, and delivering care that’s both effective and efficient. Many say he makes procedures feel easy, recovery straightforward, and communication simple—no confusion, no fluff. Biography and stated clinical focus from the [official Commons profile](https://commonsclinic.com/physicians/christopher-combs-md/) . [Read this profile as Markdown](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/physicians/christopher-combs-md/index.md) . ## Practice locations ### Lakewood 5750 Downey Ave, Suite 308 Lakewood, CA 90712 [(562) 633-3787](tel:+15626333787) Call practice [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//5750+Downey+Ave+Lakewood,+CA+90712/@33.8595876,-118.1508054,16z/data=!4m8!4m7!1m0!1m5!1m1!1s0x80dd32e42e113d35:0x3e950efd6bcf0353!2m2!1d-118.1508054!2d33.8595876?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTAyMS4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) ### Long Beach – Douglas Park 3828 Schaufele Ave, Suite 320 Long Beach, CA 90808 [(562) 348-4588](tel:+15623484588) Call practice [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//3828+Schaufele+Ave+STE+320,+Long+Beach,+CA+90808/@33.8283488,-118.1500488,17z/data=!4m8!4m7!1m0!1m5!1m1!1s0x80dd32489d400001:0x2db35db4d4d92d77!2m2!1d-118.1474685!2d33.8283444?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTAyMS4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) [Google Maps ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Google&query_place_id=ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) [Zocdoc ↗](https://www.zocdoc.com/doctor/christopher-combs-md-649409) [Explore care at Commons ↗](https://commonsclinic.com/physicians/christopher-combs-md/) Patient voices ## Experiences, *in their words.* Source-specific figures describe acquired records in this snapshot. They are not complete platform histories or a comparison of clinical outcomes. [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Google&query_place_id=ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) **3.8 / 5** 45 acquired ratings 42 written reviews Mean of acquired ratings 42 written reviews Highest rated first · Newest within each rating > Nice view from the top of parking structure. Office is Bice and clean and Dr Combs is great and is a very knowledgeable doctor. R. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: February 17, 2026 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/105512075523584914498/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > Dr combs has operated on my body a few times.. rotator cuff, hip replacement, miniscule. Always excellent work. No problems. Listens to you. I refer him, indeed. God bless him. D. De Wolfe Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: January 20, 2026 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107575064822593809016/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > I don't usually do reviews, but I figured someone might benefit from this. Dr. Combs handled my father's total knee replacement, and I noticed that he did so with professionalism, and care not often found in the medical field. Often times, as I'm sure many can relate, MD's are pressured to get in as many patients in and out of the office, as such their level of attentiveness and display of care towards their patients is sometimes lacking (to say the least). > > This was not the case with Dr. Combs. So when I came down with a partial ACL tear while playing basketball, Dr. Combs talked me through the reality of the injury, and steps forward. To make a long story short, I had a torn meniscus, and partially torn ACL - and I was a very-serious-now-recreational basketball player (if that makes sense), so this was a big set back in terms of my ability to play freely and to the best of my ability. I opted to just fix the meniscus - even though in hindsight, I realize Dr. Combs essentially said it's probably best to do both meniscus and ACL at the same time - I still decided to resort to Rehab to address my partially torn ACL. > > Long story short, I eventually tore the ACL completely, and came back to Dr. Combs, and he performed my ACL Reconstruction surgery. What I appreciate the most in this whole process, was that Dr. Combs didn't push me to initially have the surgery, given he saw my initial adverseness towards it - given the long process of recovery. He professionally laid out the paths I can take, gave me his opinion, and left me to make the decision. I didn't feel that he viewed me as $$$, and that he had my well-being, mental and physical, in mind - and this makes the entire doctor-patient experience worth while in my opinion. > > The post surgery process has been great, All Thanks to God, and then the professional work of Dr. Combs. > > I personally, would highly recommend Dr. Combs. A. F Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: December 29, 2025 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109089932624220995110/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > Excellent Dr. Reviewer Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: December 15, 2025 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116336869476736570253/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > Highly recommend Dr. Coombs and friendly staff . D. Crumley Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: August 19, 2025 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/102311055872948577400/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > I have the best experience with Dr Combs. He did my right knee 6 years ago and just did my left knee a few days ago. He is the kindest and calmest! L. Cristobal Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: August 9, 2025 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/100686029554548438558/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > Dr. Combs is the best doctor. He is kind and patient and very knowledgeable. Excellent!! P. Nardo P. Nardo Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: June 26, 2025 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111153017107708452932/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > Great surgeon R. Barnes Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: January 11, 2025 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111208422537204597471/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > Great doctor, he takes enough time to explain your issues and very informative. The staff is also amazing. C. Carreon Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: November 6, 2024 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/115375730681578063464/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > I have been suffering from excruciating pain in my shoulder for the past 4 months,I went to see Dr Christopher combs and had hydrocortisone injection today. This is the best decision I made.Dr Combs listens and explains in layman’s words.He gives you the options and let’s you decide. M. Ramanathan Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: October 18, 2024 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109392561636536090273/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > The entire office staff and nurses are very helpful. Dr Combs is a nice and informative person. He’s thorough when giving advice L. Formoso Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: April 22, 2024 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110787672771463142751/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > Muy bueno en todo y sus empleados muy amables!! M. Cano Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: November 21, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117581292276263309475/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > Takes time to listen. Explains all. P. Didion Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: October 3, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111963638909451192909/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > Excellent surgeon. R. Koa Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: September 26, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116045086250173701954/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > I have been a patient of Dr.Combs for years. He repaired my meniscus in my right knee around 2006, then I tore it again. He put symzisc1 in my knee it lasted about 7 years. Recently he put Durlane in my knee didn't help. The staff got me an MRI in a week and waiting to see what is next. Dr. Combs is a get listener and honest. S. Gray Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: May 9, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106950502077547746882/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > Omg! Dr. Christopher Combs and his entire staff is awesome, I haven’t seen this kinda professional service in so many years thank you 🙏🏽 I had knee surgery 9/7/2022 and the doctor took good care of me he explained everything detail about my surgery and what to expect after words and always asked if I had any concerns or questions and his entire staff did there part from making sure my meds were sent to the pharmacy explaining everything to me also taking care of my disability and job paperwork. I wish it were more doctors and staff like them. L. Morales Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: November 9, 2022 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101504677520685338392/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > He is very pelasen and honest and direct > Like the hospitality and service M. Medrano Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: April 13, 2022 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117675886017135755274/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > Buen servicio y atención al cliente, le esplican y muestran sus resultados al momento, > Dan opciones para su mejoría de salud.. Bendiciones. J. Valderrama Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: March 15, 2022 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103155581737947125559/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > I just saw Dr.Combs first time today. It's a Monday and during Covid19, so it was a bit busy in the office. I had to wait for about 45 minutes to see him. > He explained everything to me, my current prognosis, my options, surgical and non surgical treatments. > He does Not prescribe pain medications as it was my first time there. I will be calling my primary doctor today. > He didn't treat me as an assembly line patient which is nice. > Will post more once I have the surgery. P. Gutsche Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: September 20, 2021 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/100576908306347366755/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > Amazing Doctor & staff, very professional and caring just exactly what I needed after an ankle fracture. They took care of me and made me feel at ease. R. Vasquez Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: March 9, 2021 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/112132038593020599408/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > Excelente doctor. > Atendió a mi mami y quedó excelente. L. Vazquez Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: December 13, 2020 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109761109780978336890/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > Great doctor been going there for years don't know what's up with the other reviews but never had any problem with the staff J. Bald Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: July 27, 2020 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107550812051975603476/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > Thanks Doc. Very friendly and professional. S. Branisavljevic Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: December 6, 2019 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106957797322570467753/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > Dr. Combs is very informative and friendly. Made me feel like I was actually being listened to and would definitely go back if needed. J. R. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: October 15, 2019 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113915058521694432128/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD Page 1 of 2 [Next →](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/physicians/christopher-combs-md/reviews/page/2/) Questions for your care ## Know what *to ask.* Hip & joint replacement ### [Hip arthritis without surgery: how to build a useful plan](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/articles/hip-arthritis-nonsurgical-options/) Nonsurgical care should have a purpose, a tolerable starting point and a way to decide whether it is helping enough. 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[Read the guide](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/articles/meniscus-tear-treatment-questions/) Shoulder ### [Pain at the front of the shoulder: questions about the biceps tendon](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/articles/biceps-tendon-shoulder-pain/) The biceps tendon can be part of a wider shoulder problem. A useful consultation explains what is injured and what each option is intended to change. [Read the guide](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/articles/biceps-tendon-shoulder-pain/) Shoulder ### [Frozen shoulder: finding care that explains the slow recovery](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/articles/frozen-shoulder-care/) When stiffness disrupts sleep and everyday movement, a clear plan and realistic checkpoints can make a long recovery less confusing. 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