Published by Commons Clinic. [Web version](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/shoulder-replacement/) 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. Reviews by topic · Procedures # Shoulder replacement. *In patients’ words.* Want to hear how patients describe conversations and care involving shoulder replacement? Read their accounts alongside the faces and profiles of our clinicians, with links back to each review’s source. **8** matching reviews **1** clinician [Meet the clinicians ↓](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/shoulder-replacement/#catalog-clinicians) [Read every matching review ↓](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/shoulder-replacement/#review-browser) This collection shows written reviews rated 4 or 5 stars. These are individual experiences. A topic mention does not establish who performed a procedure, medical suitability or a typical result. [Read this catalog as Markdown](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/shoulder-replacement/index.md) People behind your care ## Meet the clinician. *Hear the experience.* Clinician order rotates between visits. Each portrait stays with that clinician’s patient accounts. Read the full reviews for context. [Eric S. Millstein, MD](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/shoulder-replacement/#clinician-eric-millstein) [![Eric S. Millstein, MD](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/assets/eric-millstein.jpg)](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/physicians/eric-millstein/) Meet our team ## [Eric S. Millstein, MD](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/physicians/eric-millstein/) Orthopedic Surgeon, Joints & Sports Medicine 8 matching reviews [Biography & all reviews →](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/physicians/eric-millstein/) [Commons Clinic profile ↗](https://commonsclinic.com/physicians/eric-millstein/) Excerpt > I have been very nervous about getting a shoulder replacement. M. Puchalt Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: September 20, 2025 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116211569199909453452/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD Excerpt > Dr. Millstein did my reverse shoulder replacement of my right shoulder a one year ago. L. C. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: February 27, 2025 [Read review on Yelp](https://yelp.com/biz/eric-millstein-md-santa-monica?hrid=XwsFjRZVe5jBiBxv4SbHyw&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=biz_post_share&l=en_US) Source link type: verified permalink Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD [Read all 8 matching accounts for Eric S. Millstein, MD →](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/shoulder-replacement/?provider=eric-millstein#review-browser) Make it personal ## What matters *in your conversation?* Use the accounts here to think about the questions you want to bring to our team. - What would I like to ask at a consultation about shoulder replacement? - Which details in these patient accounts would I like to ask our team about? Explore the collection ## Read more *patient experiences.* Browse the written reviews rated 4 or 5 stars that match this topic. Filter by clinician, source, or rating. 8 written reviews Highest rated first · Newest within each rating > I have been very nervous about getting a shoulder replacement. When I met with Dr. Milstein I liked his confidence and experience and I felt much better about making this decision for surgery. I feel I will be in very good hands. M. Puchalt Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: September 20, 2025 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116211569199909453452/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Dr. Millstein did my reverse shoulder replacement of my right shoulder a one year ago. I have been so pleased with his work and how well my arm now functions. I can play pickleball again! He is very attentive, considerate, and helpful. I highly recommend him. L. C. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: February 27, 2025 [Read review on Yelp](https://yelp.com/biz/eric-millstein-md-santa-monica?hrid=XwsFjRZVe5jBiBxv4SbHyw&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=biz_post_share&l=en_US) Source link type: verified permalink Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Dr. Eric Millstein is awesome! I had a right knee replacement and a right shoulder replacement this year and I would do it again. So happy about my results, and the attention Dr. Millstein gives. His candor helps you to trust what he says and the end results are proof that his word, expertise and experience absolutely can be trusted.. He is the Best. S. Wallace Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: November 4, 2024 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101270503491985400835/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place 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: August 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 > Everyone in the office is very helpful and professional. Dr. Millstein is just the best. He performed a reversed shoulder replacement on my right shoulder 3 months ago and I have no pain. Still in therapy for range of motion and strengthening. So happy and thankful with the results. J. Baumsten Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: August 8, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/105276271945770164345/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 > Eric Millstein is magical! I saw 5 doctors before going to him for a shoulder replacement. All doctors, including Eric said that the recovery is about 85%. I'm no spring chicken (nearly 70), very active and athletic, riddled with arthritis and I have had a 110% recovery! Yes! I have FULL range of motion. He is brilliant and a masterful technician. I am incomplete awe of him. I couldn't find my last review but that one too was filled with idol worship. I wish he could fix every part of my body that needs fixing!!!!!!!! M. M. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: April 25, 2019 [Read review on Yelp](https://yelp.com/biz/eric-millstein-md-santa-monica?hrid=pdhpR_q4Kll7Q9wiNaC4LQ&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 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 Understand your options ## Bring your *next good question.* Shoulder ### [Shoulder replacement: how to compare the recommendation and the surgeon](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/articles/shoulder-replacement-options/) The choice between anatomic and reverse replacement should make sense for your rotator cuff, bone and everyday needs. [Read the guide](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/articles/shoulder-replacement-options/) Keep exploring ## More patient *perspectives.* [All review topics →](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/) Body areas ### Shoulder 94 matching reviews · 11 clinicians Explore patient accounts → [Shoulder](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/shoulder/) Conditions ### Rotator cuff care 17 matching reviews · 4 clinicians Explore patient accounts → [Rotator cuff care](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/rotator-cuff/) Procedures ### Rotator cuff repair 5 matching reviews · 1 clinician Explore patient accounts → [Rotator cuff repair](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/rotator-cuff-repair/) ## Complete review collection [Read all 8 written reviews in this collection](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/shoulder-replacement/all.md) ## Review pages in Markdown Previous: This is the first review page. 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