Published by Commons Clinic. [Web version](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/26/) 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. All matching patient reviews # Listening and clear explanations reviews Page 26 of 29. Read the full source accounts and explore the clinicians beside their topic excerpts. [Meet the clinicians & explore this topic →](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/) 693 written reviews Highest rated first · Newest within each rating > Very kind. Explained injury well. Good care!!!!! A. Victor Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: May 1, 2019 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113897383226776990759/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Dr. Milstein is a great doctor > Explains everything > Really enjoyed visit G. Ratner Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: April 30, 2019 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103015811021155667754/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > This being the first encounter I was pleased with the thoroughness and straight forward explanation of my probable condition and the proposed course of action. E. B. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Zocdoc · Date: April 23, 2019 [Zocdoc profile](https://www.zocdoc.com/doctor/allyson-estess-md-526861) Source link type: listing Attributed clinician: Allyson Estess, MD > Competent doctor. She patiently explained my possible diagnosis and treatment plans after some diagnostics. D. K. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Zocdoc · Date: April 9, 2019 [Zocdoc profile](https://www.zocdoc.com/doctor/allyson-estess-md-526861) Source link type: listing Attributed clinician: Allyson Estess, MD > Dr. Millstein is the best! Friendly, thorough, and approachable. Great communication throughout my visits. He truly helped me understand my problem, and explained clearly the steps I needed to take to heal properly. My office visits were efficient. and helped by a very friendly staff. Look no further, he's the Doctor to trust. Thanks for all your excellent care Doc! B. B. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: April 4, 2019 [Read review on Yelp](https://yelp.com/biz/eric-millstein-md-santa-monica?hrid=bqJ-ISb-ReMAOPfXOQ7PmQ&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=biz_post_share&l=en_US) Source link type: verified permalink Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Had my first meeting with Dr. Wassef. Very patient and explained my options. Had a cortisone shot and we will see how well this will help with the pain. D. Regan Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: April 3, 2019 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/100522067221222702517/place/ChIJqeNILuQy3YAR9WA5ym3pGLU) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Andrew Wassef, MD > Dr. Combs is great. He is knowledgeable and answers questions thoroughly. The office staff needs work, definitely not the best customer service and not always polite. I will update in 2 months after my hip replacement surgery. T. Howell Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: March 28, 2019 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108717713292371554327/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > Dr.Eric makes time for the patient and answers all questions J. Huber Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: March 25, 2019 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110603463831532764733/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > kind, caring, listens to his patients. always available, makes time to be available after surgery. 8 had cevical surgery, you can not see the entry point. he did an excellent job. D. L. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: March 7, 2019 [Read review on Yelp](https://yelp.com/biz/amandeep-bhalla-md-long-beach?hrid=VVs8IhpP-Oj4HMj8MMB82A&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=biz_post_share&l=en_US) Source link type: verified permalink Attributed clinician: Amandeep Bhalla, MD > I've been seeing Dr. Millstein for almost 10 years now. Not every day of course. And not every year either. Within those 10 years, there could be stretches of 3 or 4 years where I didn't need to see him at all. However, when I do need to see Dr. Millstein, it's always a stellar experience. The combination of his hip sense of humor along with his superb skill honed over years of practice make for one of the best doctors I've ever had. The 2013 knee surgery and 2016 shoulder replacement were both amazing. Yes, he's not the only doctor who could've done this for me but I can't imagine I could've been in better hands. My visit yesterday was a follow-up. He went over x-rays with me and explained everything in a way that my non-medical brain could comprehend (as he always does). I'm confident every patient of his walks away believing they are his favorite patient. He is simply the best in L.A. Yes, I realize that's a bold statement considering I haven't met every orthopedic surgeon in the city but I stand by it all the same. S. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: March 6, 2019 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101274848340156554449/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Discussed next steps re shoulder. Dr Eric is extremely articulate and explains suggestions in complete detail giving you total confidence. He is just simply outstanding! B. Patton Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: March 1, 2019 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117961709631708905000/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > This is wonderful office. Everyone smiles when you come in. But most important is the quality of care. i have always felt that Dr. Millstein is an extremely skilled practitioner , attention to the patient's questions, and attempts to answer directly, snd honestly. My husband had knee replacement several year ago, and had some physical therapy to assist in the recovery, and the Physical Therapist said he could be a poster child fort this kind of surgery. A perfect job!!!! Very fine Doctor. R. aguado Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: February 13, 2019 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104036138511232091843/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Dr. Bhalla is a wonderful specialist! For over five months, I had been dealing with almost constant pain from a bulging disc. My primary physician tried oral steroids . . .sent me for weeks of physical therapy. . .and I worked out responsibly on my own. After no lasting improvement, my primary physician referred me to Dr. Bhalla, claiming that he was the best spinal specialist in Long Beach. I met with him and immediately like him. . . very friendly manner, easy going, caring, compassionate, an expert who provided clear, simple suggestions. First, we went the epidural route. I experienced about 10 days of relief then after holiday travel (cross country), some long car rides, and over-extending myself through exercise, I was down again. . .more pain than ever. As the last resort, Dr. Bhalla performed a lumbar discectomy on Jan. 8. He explained everything in a reassuring manner, of course, not guaranteeing optimal results. However, he was positive that I would experience relief, stating that he had very good success rates. In short, after the operation, I had no more pain in my butt and left leg. (My bulging disc had been pinching the nerves going down my left rear end and leg.) I still have some numbness in my feet and toes, but I expect this to improve. Certainly, I was very well prepared for this surgery after going through over five months of alternative treatment. Plus, I am in very good shape for a 63-year-old man. However, Dr. Bhalla's positive, confident, caring attitude helped greatly! I would highly recommend him. . .the best ever! D. M. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: February 1, 2019 [Read review on Yelp](https://yelp.com/biz/amandeep-bhalla-md-long-beach?hrid=EqpSeWSgluD0p3wj3Hgwuw&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=biz_post_share&l=en_US) Source link type: verified permalink Attributed clinician: Amandeep Bhalla, MD > The staff was friendly, they got me in to see the Dr in a timely manner and the Dr was very nice and explained things in a way that made sense. K. M Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: January 31, 2019 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/114751126253449344493/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > There aren’t enough words to express my gratitude to Dr. Garabekyan but there is one word that comes to mind when I think of him………” AMAZING”! I had already met with several Orthopedic Surgeons for my 20-Year-Old Daughter over the course of a year and a half and had narrowed it down to one Surgeon who came highly recommended in Ventura County. > > My introduction to Dr. G wasn’t planned. It was a chance encounter that his information was presented to me. After reading his Bio, I took a leap of faith and scheduled an appointment to meet with him. That first meeting completely changed our course and was all it took to take a different approach and put all our trust in Dr. G. > > I have never met a Doctor that was so involved with each case and patient that he worked with. Treating each patient as if they were his only patient. We never felt rushed at any moment we had with him and he always wanted to ensure that we fully understood the path that we were about to take. > > He listened to my daughter and took into consideration what her daily life was like and that her physical abilities played a huge factor in her life. He didn’t want to see any of her abilities limited at a young age. > > It has now been almost 4 months since her surgery and I do not have one regret choosing Dr. G. He personally checked on her the following days after the procedure and continues that same attentiveness that he gave us from Day 1. > > I am excited to see his practice grow and will continue to support him with any referral I can pass on to him. > > Dr. G., WE ARE FOREVER GREATFUL for everything you have done! Thank You!!! M. Burchfield Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: October 29, 2018 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104457782509581354940/place/ChIJOZ1cvSS-woARA3itgDdslCQ) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Tigran Garabekyan, MD > Extremely knowledgable and thorough as well as friendly and listened to my concerns. Would absolutely recommend her to anyone!!! M. M. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Zocdoc · Date: October 16, 2018 [Zocdoc profile](https://www.zocdoc.com/doctor/allyson-estess-md-526861) Source link type: listing Attributed clinician: Allyson Estess, MD > "Dr. Garabekyan is the BEST. He’s caring, takes time to listen to you, and is truly a gifted surgeon. I’m now 6 months post-op from a labral repair and back to 100%. Thank you so much Dr. G!" L. Khatchaturian Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: October 3, 2018 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/102326522307336927231/place/ChIJOZ1cvSS-woARA3itgDdslCQ) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Tigran Garabekyan, MD > Dr. Hyun Bae performed lumbar fusion surgery May 15, 2018 at St. John's Hospital in Santa Monica, CA. My diagnosis was extreme lumbar stenosis, spondylolisthesus, and scoliosis. My legs were giving out from under me and I couldn't walk from the car to the front door even tho' I am athletic and in great shape for 70. Long and short of it, I am extremely happy with the results and grateful we found Dr. Bae. We interviewed several surgeons but found Dr. Bae to be the most informed about my condition and treatment option. His professional attitude was confidence-inspiring, answering all my questions and providing me a sense of security. Back surgery is generally the last therapeutic resolution to extreme back problems and I did everything to prevent having to have it so I am happy but surprised with the results. His staff and his assistant Lisa, were caring, efficient and available throughout the process. That's important if you want your doctor to focus on you! -Guy M. H. M. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: September 10, 2018 [Read review on Yelp](https://yelp.com/biz/hyun-bae-md-santa-monica?hrid=oB-PjnL_Vi2IPD5gPWJ_Ng&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=biz_post_share&l=en_US) Source link type: verified permalink Attributed clinician: Hyun Bae, MD > e suffered from sciatica pain for about 10 years with multiple visits to urgent care, steroid and pain medicine injections, and physical therapy. I've been able to manage to pain but was always aware that sooner or later surgery will be necessary. About 3 weeks ago the sciatica pain got so unbearable I couldn't stand up on my feet. This time pain medicine and steroids were not relieving my pain and I had to go to the emergency room. Next day my family doctor recommended that I should be seen by Orthopedic Surgeon and she sent me to Dr. Bhalla for treatment. Lucky the HMO authorization was expedited and approved next day. I called to schedule my appointment and explained the urgency and my pain. I was scheduled for a visit the same day! Upon my arrival, I was warmly greeted by the front desk staff and given the paperwork to fill out. I was taken for X-rays and exam a few minutes later. > Dr. Bhalla reviewed the x rays and my medical history and explained that the surgery is my best option at this point and that we can schedule the surgery for Monday ( I was seen on Friday). He also explained that it's a microscopic surgery to remove a portion of the disk that is causing the pressure on your nerve root and minimal recovery time. > It was 4:30 on a Friday and Dr. Bhalla's staff immediately got to work getting the insurance approvals and scheduling my surgery. > After my visit, Dr. Bhalla send me a text message regarding the surgery details and let me know that I can text him if I have any questions!!! I did send him a text on a Saturday with some concerns prior to my surgery and he texted me back answering my questions! > He visited me during surgery preparation to answer any questions or concerns and right after to let me know everything went well. > I went from morphine in my IV at the hospital prior to the surgery to Tylenol after and was up on my feet walking the same day! I went home the next day pain-free! E. Roque Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: September 6, 2018 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/112463776380674492337/place/ChIJ8YAf0pAz3YARGxtBH2uG-xA) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Amandeep Bhalla, MD > I've suffered from sciatica pain for about 10 years with multiple visits to urgent care, steroid and pain medicine injections, and physical therapy. I've been able to manage to pain but was always aware that sooner or later surgery will be necessary. About 3 weeks ago the sciatica pain got so unbearable I couldn't stand up on my feet. This time pain medicine and steroids were not relieving my pain and I had to go to the emergency room. Next day my family doctor recommended that I should be seen by Orthopedic Surgeon and she sent me to Dr. Bhalla for treatment. Lucky the HMO authorization was expedited and approved next day. I called to schedule my appointment and explained the urgency and my pain. I was scheduled for a visit the same day! Upon my arrival, I was warmly greeted by the front desk staff and given the paperwork to fill out. I was taken for X-rays and exam a few minutes later. > Dr. Bhalla reviewed the x rays and my medical history and explained that the surgery is my best option at this point and that we can schedule the surgery for Monday ( I was seen on Friday). He also explained that it's a microscopic surgery to remove a portion of the disk that is causing the pressure on your nerve root and minimal recovery time. > It was 4:30 on a Friday and Dr. Bhalla's staff immediately got to work getting the insurance approvals and scheduling my surgery. > After my visit, Dr. Bhalla send me a text message regarding the surgery details and let me know that I can text him if I have any questions!!! I did send him a text on a Saturday with some concerns prior to my surgery and he texted me back answering my questions! > He visited me during surgery preparation to answer any questions or concerns and right after to let me know everything went well. > I went from morphine in my IV at the hospital prior to the surgery to Tylenol after and was up on my feet walking the same day! I went home the next day pain-free! > I believe that patient's testimonial is less of a recognition of a doctor's skill and expertise and more of a recommendation of a doctor's ability to listen, care and heal. I can vouch for the fact that Dr. Bhalla's abilities are unmatched. > Dr. Bhalla and his staff made me feel comfortable, safe and truly cared for. > Thanks for your care and humor and thanks for treating my pain!! Otherwise, I would have gone insane E. K. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: September 5, 2018 [Read review on Yelp](https://yelp.com/biz/amandeep-bhalla-md-long-beach?hrid=qQQWx8qHPll3iNeFzvmI7Q&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=biz_post_share&l=en_US) Source link type: verified permalink Attributed clinician: Amandeep Bhalla, MD > Excellent surgeon. Knowledgeable, smart and caring. His assistant, Lisa, is kind and listens to every word. The whole staff is A-Plus! L. Visca Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: August 24, 2018 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111076625949559976859/place/ChIJSdGvF0q7woARopa4Y6gfPO4) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Hyun Bae, MD > Dr Millstein and his entire staff are all fantastic. The organization is a model of how a doctors office should run. Dr Millstein is very pleasant and the way he explained my shoulder injury was so easy to understand. He explained what the next weeks of healing would be like, and calmed down all of my fears about whether my shoulder would return to full function. > I have so much confidence in Dr Millstein and I’m very happy I chose to see him. H. Adler Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: August 10, 2018 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/114623848479839624073/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > I have known Dr Millstein for almost 8 years, and have recommended him to several of my family members. He is compassionate, professional and very knowledgeable. He always puts his patient's needs and safety first and that is very important. You don't feel rushed, he answers all of your questions and he makes sure you understand his recommendations. I feel very comfortable with his skills and I appreciate his kind and helpful office staff. A. G. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: August 7, 2018 [Read review on Yelp](https://yelp.com/biz/eric-millstein-md-santa-monica?hrid=ts2_MTykHXtGG9hTkIvvBQ&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=biz_post_share&l=en_US) Source link type: verified permalink Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > I've been a patient of Dr. Bhalla for a little under a year and am absolutely astounded by the level of care and professionalism demonstrated by Dr. Bhalla and his executive assistant Tyra Joseph. I've had the misfortune of dealing with dozens of medical professionals and facilities and generally speaking, my experience has been frustrating to say the least. The reasons for this are usually related to unprofessional communication, lack of follow-through, lack of empathy and emotional intelligence, and an overall sense of being treated like a problem to be solved as quickly as possible. > > Dr. Bhalla and Tyra have given me the opposite experience. I feel cared for and listened to. Just recently my disc herniation symptoms worsened and instead of hurrying to finish with me, Dr. Bhalla sat down and listened to my lifestyle concerns, hearing me out before suggesting that he write a recommendation to my employer that will (hopefully) help me achieve a more sustainable recovery plan and short-term remedial lifestyle. Tyra carried this out with quick responses and a genuine sense of accommodation and understanding, empathizing with the fact that my quality of life is suffering and offering to help to the fullest extent that she can by working with my employer's HR representative. > > I feel genuinely cared for by this team and given how rare that is, I want to write in with a sincere expression of gratitude and acknowledgement as this level of service is far beyond what the norm has become. M. B. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: July 18, 2018 [Read review on Yelp](https://yelp.com/biz/amandeep-bhalla-md-long-beach?hrid=rdvduwVyHMqtTxHsUHZ9Jg&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=biz_post_share&l=en_US) Source link type: verified permalink Attributed clinician: Amandeep Bhalla, MD [← Previous](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/25/) Page 26 of 29 [Next →](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/27/) ## Complete review collection [Read all 693 written reviews in this collection](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/all.md) ## Review pages in Markdown Previous: [Previous review page](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/25/index.md) Next: [Next review page](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/27/index.md) - [Page 1](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/index.md) - [Page 2](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/2/index.md) - [Page 3](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/3/index.md) - [Page 4](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/4/index.md) - [Page 5](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/5/index.md) - [Page 6](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/6/index.md) - [Page 7](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/7/index.md) - [Page 8](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/8/index.md) - [Page 9](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/9/index.md) - [Page 10](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/10/index.md) - [Page 11](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/11/index.md) - [Page 12](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/12/index.md) - [Page 13](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/13/index.md) - [Page 14](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/14/index.md) - [Page 15](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/15/index.md) - [Page 16](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/16/index.md) - [Page 17](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/17/index.md) - [Page 18](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/18/index.md) - [Page 19](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/19/index.md) - [Page 20](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/20/index.md) - [Page 21](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/21/index.md) - [Page 22](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/22/index.md) - [Page 23](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/23/index.md) - [Page 24](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/24/index.md) - [Page 25](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/25/index.md) - [Page 26](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/26/index.md) - [Page 27](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/27/index.md) - [Page 28](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/28/index.md) - [Page 29](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/communication/page/29/index.md) ## Publisher & attribution Commons Clinic Reviews is operated by Commons Clinic. 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