Published by Commons Clinic. [Web version](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/physicians/eric-millstein/reviews/page/17/) Reviewer names are abbreviated. Patient reviews describe individual experiences. Review counts describe source records, not unique patients or clinical outcomes; the acquired snapshot may not include complete platform histories. Clinical education and patient accounts do not replace a consultation. Eric S. Millstein, MD # Patient reviews [← Back to the clinician profile](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/physicians/eric-millstein/) 626 written reviews Highest rated first · Newest within each rating > Excellent surgeon. Waited till other options had been explored before suggesting surgery. Very pleased with the results. D. Silverstein Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: February 16, 2021 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/102705461698392000945/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Amazing visit and attention by Dr Millstein and his team. Thanks! A. baqueiro Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: February 3, 2021 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/114031695133387060662/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Have had two surgeries with Dr Milstein. He was attentive and caring, and I had great results. His whole office is super friendly and professional. Thanks for taking such good care of me! L. Mindlin Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: February 2, 2021 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109331467742869074995/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Dr. Millstein is fabulous. He's attentive, communicative, and very informative. His staff is wonderful as well. Highly recommended. L. Lumpkin Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: February 2, 2021 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101909306094222481050/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Dr.Millstein was warm, friendly, professional and I felt very comfortable under his expertise! No upselling or pushing any treatments but was very conservative! I can wholeheartedly equally say this about the staff!!! And from start to finish everything was on time regarding my appointment! J. murakawa Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: February 2, 2021 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/112846086763223464642/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > I love Eric > He's very calming > has a great demeaner, I've had several surgeries with him > He prepared me for what i would feel and he was right on > The surgeries all worked F. Selwyn Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: January 28, 2021 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113248009173739041438/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > A bit frustrated by the office as I scheduled an appointment 2 weeks in advance and was told my insurance covered my appointment (Anthem EPO; just FYI, they do take PPOs, but not EPOs), and I was not notified until I arrived that my insurance would not cover the appointment. I should have confirmed with my provider, but it's hard not to trust the people with experience at the front desk. > > Nevertheless, Dr. Millstein still saw me and didn't charge me. I only had a minor tendon injury in my foot, so it wasn't much to diagnose and for him to give me some basic advice, but I still found the fact that he would see me despite the mistake a sign of good character and a good doctor. He also offered to look at a list of orthopedists my insurance covers (from the Anthem site) and give his rec, something I thought was a good way to make up for the mistake. > > These things happen, and I think it speaks volumes as to how this practice is run that they did the best to accommodate me despite the confusion of our insurance system in this country, hence the 5 stars. M. M. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: January 20, 2021 [Read review on Yelp](https://yelp.com/biz/eric-millstein-md-santa-monica?hrid=Vo1rnX1TL3xvTjcvHpijZw&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=biz_post_share&l=en_US) Source link type: verified permalink Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Dr, Millstein listened to me and addressed my concerns in an easy to understand manner. I felt that he was looking out for my best health outcome! B. Horn Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: January 15, 2021 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108980128965746519089/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > He gave me all the information I needed to make the decision to get surgery. He was always available to talk to if I had any questions and his assistant was extremely accommodating. I ended up going with Dr. Millstein for many reasons for my shoulder surgery, but he was also recommended to me by my physical therapist and my other primary doctor. He is great. E. Jay Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: December 21, 2020 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/102407180228764062005/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Dr. Millstein has been my go-to doctor for my aches and pains. While he specializes in knee and shoulder issues, I know he’ll find the right option for me. I like him and trust him. R. Sollish Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: November 22, 2020 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104366738983787849765/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Dr. Millstein is compassionate and considerate. He is stays up to speed on my medical history. He is on-time for our appointments which are complete and never rushed. H. Penner Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: November 21, 2020 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104751131866289145357/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Dr Millstein's staff worked me in same day, thanx Beth ;-) The doctor & staff treated my symptoms in a very timely and professional manner. > This patient is quite a Happy Camper ! J. Milton Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: November 18, 2020 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116389206533638796234/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Thoughtful, Kind, Knowledgable and Gracious. R. Atlas Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: October 10, 2020 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/115102185304685863732/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > I could not be happier with Dr. Millstein and his staff. My shoulder replacement went smoothly, it has been six weeks since the surgery and I feel fantastic. That grinding bone on bone pain I had been living with is GONE! I have a soreness in my arm, but it is a result of the healing process. Not bad at all...and I must say I am progressing remarkably well. I will be setting up an appointment to do the other shoulder possibly by the end of this year. Now that I know what to expect I will not be as nervous as I was the first time. I just knew I was in good hands...thank you Dr. Millstein and Mariana! J. Lurie Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: July 22, 2020 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108351883837711558954/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Dr. Millstein is an excellent doctor. I went to see him for two separate medical problems which he diagnosed quickly and accurately. I'm now well on my way to getting back to a performance level of 100%. He has an excellent bedside manner, thouroughly explaining my injuries so that I could understand the issues. He also went above and beyond in helping my 80-year-old mother with an orthopedic issue during this very challenging COVID-19 environment. I can't give him enough stars!! J. V. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: July 5, 2020 [Read review on Yelp](https://yelp.com/biz/eric-millstein-md-santa-monica?hrid=yvJOdSJP00QfEq0zn3B-Tw&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=biz_post_share&l=en_US) Source link type: verified permalink Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Thorough and they run on time! Dr. Millstein is the best! A. Miller Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: July 3, 2020 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/118138975846017865304/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Had a great experience visiting Dr. Millstein for my knee pain. He came highly recommended and I could see why. He saw me at my scheduled time and didn’t keep me waiting. He took the time to examine and address all my questions and concerns. Dr Millstein prescribed a treatment right for me and didn’t have me go through costly MRIs that he didn’t see necessary. A. Keshishyan Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: June 28, 2020 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/114728733953995098440/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Dr. Millstein takes the time to explain, in layman's terms, the various options for treatment; explaining the risk/reward factor for each option so that you can make a well informed decision on the course of action for treatment. G. Stachler Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: June 28, 2020 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113263720286660821201/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Dr Eric Millstein is the best in many ways, best specialist in his field, best bedside manners, he has the best Golden hands . > very professional, caring, attentive and pleasant. > i would give 10 stars if i could. O. Garabekyan Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: June 14, 2020 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116870673833829085821/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Dr Millstein is a very engaging person and is very helpful describing my issues and surgical outcomes. He helped me to understand my options and I was encouraged. I definitely recommend him. B. Gulas Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: June 9, 2020 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111047210709448082742/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Dr. Millstein is a wonderful doctor. I went to him for knee replacement surgery, as well as for his opinion regarding rotator cuff surgery. He suggested that no surgery was necessary at this time. I trust Dr. M and his opinions. J. chodar Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: May 20, 2020 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106984961217286270041/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > I never followed up my review with an update, so here it is. I healed up great! The doc said I'd have 90% of what I had before, I actually think it's closer to 97%. There's a bit of pain if I really push my movement to the outer limits, like reaching way past overhead to the far left, but I have to try really hard to feel any pain. Super happy with the surgery. Here's a couple of tips for anyone that goes through this: > > 1. Follow aftercare instruction to a T. Be extra conservative. > > 2. Use the ice machine in your shoulder as often as recommended. > > 3. Try to wean off any pain medication ASAP so you don't get hooked on it. I was done in 3 days but kept taking the Toradol. > > 4. Expect to take a year or maybe a bit longer to be totally healed. Even then there may be some pain for awhile. This is NORMAL. Even a couple years is no big deal when you consider the pain you were in before surgery. > > Ok. Those are my tips. One more thing. > > When in his office he took an MRI of my left shoulder, even though he worked on the right. He said my acromion was getting long and going to likely start causing me pain. Well guess what? He was correct. I just had an MRI and will send him the results. I've been in pain for a few months and most recently I've experienced tingling in my left shoulder. Neck has been hurting too for around 8 months. So... I'll keep you posted. James :-) J. Q. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: March 11, 2020 [Read review on Yelp](https://yelp.com/biz/eric-millstein-md-santa-monica?hrid=t4wUoYR5P_YFTT5kQfbzfA&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=biz_post_share&l=en_US) Source link type: verified permalink Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > excellent medical Appt, on time, professional and easy to understand options. Appreciate the high level of medical excellence. J. Rosa Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: March 9, 2020 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113772769109882218559/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Very professional and friendly. Same for the office staff. Made booking the appointment quick and painless, loved the ability to do forms online. Highly recommend! I. Campbell Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: March 9, 2020 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/105786067263183222109/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. 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