Published by Commons Clinic. [Web version](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/leonel-hunt/) 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. Listening and clear explanations · Patient experiences # Leonel Hunt, MD. *Listening and clear explanations reviews.* 6 five-star reviews for Dr. Leonel Hunt discuss listening and clear explanations. Patients share stories of clear explanations. Feeling heard matters. Read how patients describe their conversations, then think about the questions you want answered. Read the full patient accounts and original sources below. Review totals reflect the source ratings available here. [Hear from patients ↓](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/leonel-hunt/#review-browser) [Biography & all reviews →](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/physicians/leonel-hunt/) [Read this page as Markdown](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/leonel-hunt/index.md) ![Leonel Hunt, MD](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/assets/leonel-hunt.jpg) A person behind your care ## Get to know *Leonel Hunt.* Dr. Leonel Hunt is a nationally recognized, fellowship-trained spine surgeon with deep expertise in both adult and pediatric deformity, motion-preserving techniques, and minimally invasive spine surgery. From advanced cervical disc replacements to complex spinal cord injury protocols, Dr. Hunt has helped shape the evolution of modern spine care—especially in shifting major procedures to same-day, outpatient settings. He treats patients of all ages and backgrounds, with a particular focus on helping older kids, young adults, and aging patients stay active longer. His philosophy is clear: care should be personal, precise, and focused on the whole patient—not just the scans. Whether it’s a small incision for a fast recovery or a complex reconstruction for a life-changing result, patients trust his skill, honesty, and unwavering commitment to doing what’s best for them. For more than a decade, Dr. Hunt served as Director of Spine Trauma at Cedars-Sinai. Today, no longer in that role, he continues to lead with empathy, innovation, and impact—one patient at a time. Outside the OR, he’s a self-described exercise enthusiast, foodie, globe-trotter, and podcast host. Adult & pediatric spinal deformity Cervical artificial disc replacement Lumbar artificial disc replacement Spinal fusion Microsurgery Minimally invasive techniques [Meet Leonel Hunt at Commons Clinic ↗](https://commonsclinic.com/physicians/leonel-hunt/) ## Keep getting to know us. 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Read what our patients say about listening, explanations and getting their questions answered. - How can I ask for an explanation that makes sense to me? - Which details in these patient accounts would I like to ask our team about? In their own words ## Care feels personal. *So do these stories.* These are individual experiences. A topic mention does not establish who performed a procedure, medical suitability or a typical result. This collection shows written reviews rated 4 or 5 stars that mention listening and clear explanations. You can read every rating and written review on [the full clinician profile](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/physicians/leonel-hunt/) . 6 written reviews Highest rated first · Newest within each rating > Dr.Leonel Hunt > I live in the Los Angeles area and was referred to Dr. Leonel Hunt by a local physician. I was referred for a very painful, complex, and difficult to diagnose cervical spine disorder. > Dr. Hunt was able to make the correct diagnosis, based on his physical examination, the meticulous history that he took, the imaging that he reviewed, as well as his extensive experience as an orthopedic surgeon . > He explained the reasoning behind his thinking, and explained how he came to the conclusion that he did. He answered all my questions fully. > The decision to proceed with immediate surgery was a collaborative decision between Dr. Hunt, myself and my spouse. > I had surgery the following day at Cedars-Sinai , with everything going uneventfully. Dr.Hunt > found a herniated disk , as he expected, which he removed. > My pain symptoms ,which had kept me out of work for 2 1/2 weeks ,markedly improved immediately after the surgery. Some diminished pain persisted postoperatively, however, > five months post surgery, my pain was completely gone. > I highly recommend Dr. Leonel Hunt. He is the best. > D. C. > Los Angeles D. C Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: 36 weeks ago [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116321206120760068543/place/ChIJF7fYUkm5woAR9WJ_99t9UR4) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Leonel Hunt, MD > I am 74 year old. For a long time I had severe pain in right hip and leg due to the pinching of the sciatic nerve between 4 and 5 vertebrae of the spine. Physiotherapy and multiple pain relief injections did not help me. On the advice of doctors Zalkinder and Kievsky I contacted with doctor Leonel Hunt for concultation. Doctor Hunt explained to me in great detail how the surgery would be performed to free the nerve from the pinching. On July 18th this year doctor Hunt did surgery of LUMBAR LAMINOTOMY/FORAMINOTOMY, after which pains in my right hip and leg disappeared. Now I can walk freely, do housework, I will be able to walk with my dog after full recovery and look to the future with optimism and hope.I thank doctor Leonel Hunt from my heart. I wish him success in his work and advise everyone who has problems with spine to contact him for help. I'm saying it again thank so much. V. Zavorotny Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: Jul 27, 2025 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111875649142066528501/place/ChIJF7fYUkm5woAR9WJ_99t9UR4) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Leonel Hunt, MD > Horrible bedside manner. Walked into the room smelling like he was about to go out clubbing and with an open button down shirt where you could see his chest and "gold bling". Never listened to my issues, never looked at my imaging with him. He said, "why do I need to look for something another Dr saw? I make my fortune on operations like yours and this is something I cannot help you with." Dismissive and a MAJOR God complex. Did not even wash his hands when he entered my room nor sanitized. > Fyi go to Beverly Hills Spine/DOCS on 3rd Street 8th Floor Dr Hill, Siddeque and the rest are far better choice in your health and spinal surgeries. J. Vincent Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: May 29, 2024 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113386511577196497369/place/ChIJF7fYUkm5woAR9WJ_99t9UR4) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Leonel Hunt, MD > Dr Leonel Hunt is an excellent surgeon and he has a great staff! I was suffering from an excruciating pain due to a torn disc that was pinching my nerves. My husband had called many surgeons in order to make an appointment for a potential surgery and all have given him sometimes within 2 months of wait. His staff was very kind after my husband was explaining how much pain I am suffering to email him as they were talking over the phone to see if he can see me soon. I was in his office 5 days after! It was obvious that he had studied my MRI images before coming into the room because he knew what exactly was wrong with me and spotted the areas I was suffering with pain. His bed manner and presents and how involved he was with me throughout was remarkable. I am very grateful I picked and trusted him. I am 7 weeks post-op and feel amazing. Thank you so much Dr. Hunt! P. Panah Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: Jun 6, 2022 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111992067606762867640/place/ChIJF7fYUkm5woAR9WJ_99t9UR4) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Leonel Hunt, MD > Dr. Leonel corrected a very painful neck surgery that almost left me paralyzed. He was also able to discern that I was traumatized and needed help with this and made my primary aware of it. He is a very talented and highly professional and qualified surgeon. Especially using technology to explain MRIs, scans, and x-rays in consultation with a patient. He's very understanding with authorizing time off of work and helping with disability benefits. He's very cautious and warns you sternly about postoperative care. I really like the way he dresses and his style because after all he is a Beverly Hills doctor. His staff and office environment is very calming and organized. I highly recommend this doctor and Cedars Sinai Hospital. J. W Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: Sep 9, 2020 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117837026194174179995/place/ChIJF7fYUkm5woAR9WJ_99t9UR4) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Leonel Hunt, MD > - Visited Dr Hunt for 2nd opinion after another ( top, top rated spine doctor) recommended surgery for a herniated disc L3-L4. > - Dr. Hunt reviewed the MRI and examined me and told me there was nothing wrong with my disc. The pain I was having was from my Sacroiliac joint and PT was all I needed. No surgery. > - I'm writing this review 3 months after finishing PT; my pain issue has been successfully addressed. > ** When I visited Dr.Hunt he took the time and explained very carefully what exactly was going on with me and answered all of my questions. He is a very confident and competent doctor. He is my guy going forward. P. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: Jan 6, 2020 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110725624379560948575/place/ChIJF7fYUkm5woAR9WJ_99t9UR4) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Leonel Hunt, MD A little more understanding ## Feel ready for *your next conversation.* Patient experience ### [A coordinated care team: 6 questions before treatment starts](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/articles/listening-explanations-and-care-coordination/) A treatment decision can involve a physician, a therapist, an imaging center, and people helping you at home. Coordination becomes easier to understand when you know who does what, how information moves, and whom to contact when something changes. Start with these five questions before the next stage of care. 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