Published by Commons Clinic. [Web version](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/los-angeles/eric-millstein/) 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. Los Angeles · Patient experiences # Eric S. Millstein, MD. *Los Angeles reviews.* 6 five-star reviews for Dr. Eric S. Millstein discuss care in Los Angeles. Read their words, learn what mattered to them, and bring the questions that matter to you to your next visit. 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/los-angeles/eric-millstein/#review-browser) [Biography & all reviews →](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/physicians/eric-millstein/) [Read this page as Markdown](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/los-angeles/eric-millstein/index.md) ![Eric S. Millstein, MD](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/assets/eric-millstein.jpg) A person behind your care ## Get to know *Eric S. Millstein.* Dr. Eric Millstein is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon and co-founder of Commons Clinic, where he helps lead a new, more connected model of musculoskeletal care. He specializes in total joint replacement of the knee and shoulder, as well as sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery, including ACL reconstruction, rotator cuff repair, and joint preservation. Known for delivering excellent outcomes and faster recoveries, Dr. Millstein combines surgical expertise with a personal, attentive style that makes patients feel truly cared for. Patients describe him as kind, clear, and highly skilled—someone who listens first, explains thoroughly, and guides them through the recovery process with confidence. His team is equally known for their warmth and professionalism, creating a care experience that’s both top-tier and deeply human. Outside the OR, Dr. Millstein is a dedicated dad to two teenagers, and likes to stay active—often on the basketball court or ski slopes. Total Knee Replacement Partial Knee Replacement Total Shoulder Replacement Reverse Total Shoulder Knee Arthroscopy Shoulder Arthroscopy [Meet Eric S. Millstein at Commons Clinic ↗](https://commonsclinic.com/physicians/eric-millstein/) ## Keep getting to know us. [All reviews for Eric S. 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These patient reviews explicitly mention Los Angeles. Browse the clinician portraits and read the surrounding account before deciding what you would like to ask our team. - Which office would I visit, and who would I see there? - Where can I confirm current appointments and contact details? In their own words ## Care feels personal. *So do these stories.* A location mentioned in a review may be a hospital, a former office, or somewhere the reviewer lives. Check the clinician’s current practice locations on their profile. This collection shows written reviews rated 4 or 5 stars that mention los angeles. You can read every rating and written review on [the full clinician profile](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/physicians/eric-millstein/) . 6 written reviews Highest rated first · Newest within each rating > Anyone trying to figure out who is the best knee surgeon in Los Angeles, CA needs to head straight to Santa Monica. I did exhaustive research across the entire LA metro area for an orthopedic specialist to handle a complex knee issue, and Dr. Eric Millstein, MD is hands-down the premier choice. > > His office at 2901 Wilshire Blvd in Santa Monica is immaculate, and his expertise in advanced knee arthroscopy, ACL reconstruction, and joint care is unmatched across Southern California. He is affiliated with top-tier hospital systems like Cedars-Sinai and Providence Saint John’s, which gives you complete peace of mind. From the initial consultation to my flawless post-op recovery, his care was incredible. If you want the absolute best knee surgeon in Los Angeles, driving to his Santa Monica clinic is 100% worth it. A. M Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: 23 weeks ago [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/102208339615183718604/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Dr. Millstein covered all the necessary bases in regard to my postoperative care needs in his specialty of orthopedic knee surgery. He also carefully examined the x-rays that his technician had just completed, and told me that everything looked good. He also said after he had me bend my knees and do some setup and stand exercises that I had reached the point where I really did not need to continue with physical therapy for my knees on a professional level at this time, unless I wanted to. He did encourage me to keep being physically active. He also referred me to Dr. Eugene Tsai for the arthritis in my hands and left shoulder, believing that Dr. Tsai could prescribe some therapy for those issues. > Richard Mast, Los Angeles, CA R. M. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: 1/1/25 [Read review on Yelp](https://yelp.com/biz/eric-millstein-md-santa-monica?hrid=oLxv7ORPuhhCDHjx0oHCGA&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=biz_post_share&l=en_US) Source link type: verified permalink Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Shoulder replacement surgery two years ago. > Shoulder like new.and glad I did it! > Certainly Dr Millstein is one of the best orthopedic specialists in Los Angeles. > Well run office with timely care. > If you are thinking of shoulder surgery - Dr Millstein is a great choice! > I am a physician and am very appreciative for quality of care from this office…. H. Gibbs Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: Aug 18, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106640584943853141095/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > I fully trust Doctor Eric Millstein MD, he has proceed pleasantly and professionally surgery one my knees 14 years ago and have sent him friends...went back recently for a minor issue and I've got the same service and same trust feeling from him and his team... one of the best Doctor in his specialty in Los Angeles area... D. Feau Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: Aug 31, 2021 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107773249309161677472/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > After having consultations with three well-known orthopedic surgeons in the Los Angeles area, I selected Dr. Millstein to reconstruct my ACL in my right knee. Dr. Millstein took the time to explain my options in person and we came to a joint decision where I had 100% confidence. I opted to use my hamstring tendons, instead of patellar or cadaver tendons, as it gave me the best chance to continue skiing, biking, surfing, playing tennis, and participating in all of the sports that I love. Within one year, I was back to 95% and now don't even wear a brace. My right knee actually feels tighter and stronger than my left! What convinced me to select Dr. Millstein was the amount of attention he gave during the consultation and the fact that he was able to diagnose my ACL tear through joint manipulation even before he saw the MRI. It was clear he know what we was doing. He even called me on Saturday after my surgery to check in and see how I was doing. Thank you, Dr. Millstein! Z. L. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: 4/13/16 [Read review on Yelp](https://yelp.com/biz/eric-millstein-md-santa-monica?hrid=a9tTKB8yLyKxK2aCZSYQog&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=biz_post_share&l=en_US) Source link type: verified permalink Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Mine was a very mixed experience with this orthopedist and staff. I found Dr. Millstien on the internet. I’ve been treated several times in his offices for a very typical joint issue, no surgery. > > His offices are very conveniently located. Each was very clean with absolutely no wait times. It is really comfortable in the beautiful waiting areas; both waiting areas were nearly always empty on all of my visits. My first impression of Dr. Millstien was that he was a nice guy. > > But although my first visit was fine, I get a strong sense something is “off” with this organization. > > My second visit was OK, but I’ve noticed that this doctor’s bedside manner seems caring at first, but later surfaces as quite arrogant, condescending and “superior to you.” Honestly, he comes off making it clear that he is doing you a favor by treating you. > > Although he called me with test results, he recommended a very cookie-cutter approach -- cortizone “for the pain” -- which I resisted as I knew it to be a short-term, band-aid fix. My pain had gone. I succeeded in leading him (via many phone calls with one helpful nurse) to a more sophisticated treatment used by the top guys. I would have expected him to have led this discussion and options with me right off the bat since it is known that cortizone can have negative side effects. Still...no big deal. > > But what followed were excruciating, unnecessary problems with his poorly trained staff -- they are incompetent, unhelpful and really don’t seem to care that a patient is calling because that patient needs assistance. In my case, I only needed a procedure code typically required by insurance -- just a number! Ironically, they answer the phone with “How may I help you?” yet cannot or will not fulfill that promise. > > One staffer refused to provide the code, yelled at me and made me feel as if my insurance company’s need was a real bother to her and her co-workers. What the very rude and condescending staff member finally provided....... was still wrong simply because she refused to listen to my request. Her behavior was unacceptable. I ended up getting the needed code from the doctor in person on my final visit -- it took him less than 10 seconds to provide it. > > I really gave this place a chance because it is so convenient and their internet website marketing really pulled me in. But I will NOT return here and certainly would NOT consider surgery with this organization should I need it. Lesson learned -- 1) don’t pic a doc off the internet just because he is close. 2) the way the staff treat patients starts at the top of the organization, trickling down from the attitude of the guy whose name is on the door. > > There are hundreds of great orthopedic guys with professional, caring, service-oriented staffs in Los Angeles. Now I am reminded why the best orthopedists have the busiest waiting rooms! M. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: Sep 1, 2013 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103951554124979946392/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD ## Complete review collection [Read all 6 written reviews in this collection](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/los-angeles/eric-millstein/all.md) ## Review pages in Markdown Previous: This is the first review page. Next: This is the last review page. - [Page 1](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/los-angeles/eric-millstein/index.md) ## Publisher & attribution Commons Clinic Reviews is operated by Commons Clinic. This website is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Google, Zocdoc, or Yelp. Google, Google Maps, and Google Business Profile are trademarks of Google LLC. Zocdoc and the Zocdoc logo are trademarks of Zocdoc, Inc. Yelp and the Yelp logo are registered trademarks of Yelp Inc. 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