Sanjay Khurana, MD
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Dr. Khurana performed a successful sciatic surgery on me in Sept. of 2019. The surgery eliminated all and any pain almost immediately. It was so good, I did not need any follow up therapy. On June 1st, 2021 I had gotten out of my car, & after shutting the door I was hit by a car driven by a woman who was talking on the phone and crossed the parking dividing lines, striking me on the direct spot of my successful surgery. Since then I've been through therapy, and will most likely need another surgery. In my opinion Dr. Khurana is the best Spine Specialist in the Country, although I'm sure there are other excellent Surgeons. I highly recommend Dr. Khurana to anyone experiencing Orthopedic spinal problems. Respectfully M. Pappas
Sanjay Khurana, MD
Dr Khurana has been very influential in my life and he is humble about it, that he probably doesn't realize that. I am a Spine and Sports Medicine physical therapist that has been helping people with debilitating spinal pain. I only bring that up because when I had back surgery, he demonstrated good bedside manner, compassion, expertise and most importantly, I've been able to perform at a high level... lifting weights and being active with three kids 15 years later. When I had to make the decision on who to do my spine surgery at age 28, (I am 42 now) I went and had consultations by the best. I was a spine specialist at that time and went to numerous conferences, so those were who I reached out to. I had second, third , and fourth opinions. Khurana was my fourth and he was the only one that showed compassionate care. Btw I had a disc that was sequestered (broke off). He taught me that being the best is not enough as a practitioner. It is important to also be compassionate and caring. To practice listening. We don't get taught this in school. I've referred my colleagues and patients to him and they come back with the same beautiful stories as you are reading. I hope Dr Khurana is reading this review and to know that he is truly a gem in this field. Wishing everyone who is reading this the best recovery. I know it's a scary place to be when you are in pain and deciding to have surgery or not, you don't know who to trust, and I hope this LONG over due review can help you.
Sanjay Khurana, MD
Where to start! Dr. Khurana is an exceptional person and surgeon. He has received top education and has made important contributions to his area of expertise. My care is never rushed and my concerns are treated respectfully. Dr. Khurana has a mellow persona and is thus easy to talk to. His staff are polite and always helpful. As an aside, five years ago Dr. Khurana performed surgery on my spine. I had an uneventful recovery and feel good to this day. I would not hesitate to return if ever I had the need for similar care.
Sanjay Khurana, MD
Dr. Khurana is a professional, conscientious and brilliant surgeon. He did great work on me. Told me everything he was going to do before he did it and then did it flawlessly. My cervical spine case was very complicated, and most doctors would not attempt to do this type of surgery. He performed the surgery with confidence, and now, after two months, I can say the result has been excellent. He's a great, great surgeon. I'm delighted and happy. His staffs are also great. Nancy and Noor have been very kind and more than helpful.
Sanjay Khurana, MD
Dr. Khurana is a professional, conscientious and brilliant surgeon. He did great work on me. Told me everything he was going to do before he did it and then did it flawlessly. My cervical spine case was very complicated, and most doctors would not attempt to do this type of surgery. He performed the surgery with confidence, and now, after two months, I can say the result has been excellent. He's a great, great surgeon. I'm delighted and happy. His staffs are also great. Nancy and Noor have been very kind and more than helpful.
Sanjay Khurana, MD
Dr Khurana took his time to explain all my options and gave me the pros cons of each. I never felt rushed and I knew I would be at total ease with him since this would be my 2nd surgery with him. I fell recently and re-injured myself and I wouldn’t trust anyone else with my spine. After the last surgery I had a 99% improvement I was no longer using a cane and was able to get off all my pain medication, if in doubt no worries you’re in good hands with Dr Khurana and the whole office is professional and friendly.
Sanjay Khurana, MD
July 27, 2022 Lower back pain is gone, just mostly slight discomfort. Spinal fusion was performed on July 18, and I am out of Cedars Marina Del Rey Hospital and at California Rehabilitation Institute in Century City for a week now. I have had numerous spine surgeries in the past, all done by the very skillful Dr. Khurana. All of them have given me total pain relief within a week or two. No more serious pain meds are needed, just Gabapentin and Tylenol. I would very much like to thank Dr. Khurana and his skilled team for making my life pain free. Special thanks go to Surgical Coordinator Jessica Lopez who always took my calls, answered my numerous questions and scheduled my surgery date. Special thanks also to Noor Lakhani for ordering my meds prior to surgery and with helping me get placed with Cal Rehab...I'm very appreciative. Others deserve mentions as well, Elena De Silva who coordinated the delivery of my ice machine and helped me with my post operative back brace. And Bianca who also ordered my pre operative pain meds. And especially all those wonderful people at Cedars Marina Del Rey; the Anesthesiologist and all of the operating nurses and technicians. I am thankful for what you did for me. And I look forward to not seeing you in that environment again. But if I do, I know I will be well taken care of. Thanks again to Dr. Khurana...you were sensational.
Sanjay Khurana, MD
Had a very complicated cervical case. Has to do a ACDF at one level and 2 ADRs. Dr. Khurana is very competent and really good. His nursing staff is excellent. He is patient and explains everything really well. I am happy to have him as my doctor.
Sanjay Khurana, MD
From the moment I first met Dr. Khurana, I knew my life was going to change in miraculous ways. I've suffered from Spinal Stenosis for many years and now I had 3 collapsed discs in my neck that was affecting the nerves in my arms & my quality of life. Something had to be done immediately. I was wary of Fusion and wanted another option. Dr. Khurana suggested a 3 Level Artificial Disc implant surgery. He was straight forward and to the point. He answered every question I had and never pressured me into anything. He had a gentle confidence to him that was reassuring and I decided to do it. Everyone in his office was great and I was treated with the upmost respect. His assistant Noor had previously gone through the procedure and walked me through each part of the process. She is an incredible person who goes above & beyond for his patients. I'm 8 days post surgery and while I'm not going to say it's been easy, I will say that I am looking forward to having my previous quality of life back again soon. There are difficult choices made in life that you look back on and realize they are blessings , this is one of those for me. Dr. Khurana and his staff are game-changers and I'm forever grateful for the work they do.
Sanjay Khurana, MD
Considering that age attracts doctors, the older I get I need more doctors. Along the way I found Doctor Khurana to be the best of the best. I completely trust him and his skills partially based on the success of my low back fusion last year. That surgery changed my life and I am looking forward that he will be putting a new disc in my neck later this year. I have been seeing him for about 15 years regarding pain management leading up to surgeries.
Sanjay Khurana, MD
Dr. Khurana and his Staff are an Exceptional and Professional Medical Team. Personable and Caring. Dr. Khurana is an excellent and knowledgeable surgeon. I had extensive spinal decompression and lower back fusion surgeries 6 months ago. My treatment and overnight stay at the LA Spine Surgery Center was 1st Class. I am healing exceptionally well and I am relatively pain free now. I am looking forward to getting back on the golf course soon. I highly recommend Dr. Khurana.
Sanjay Khurana, MD
I trusted Dr Khurana the first five minutes of my initial exam expressing his aggressive approach to handle several conditions, one being dangerous and risky. But knew this surgeon was my top choice and I would be in the best surgical hands possible. I had very little pain, more discomfort and aching during the healing process. He is a “Master” at his skills finding answers for every ailment, and would recommend him to all as back surgery is serious business. Prepare for building your energy levels back in time. Do the PT exercises to heal and move so important as well.
Sanjay Khurana, MD
I don't really know where to begin. I was introduced to Dr. Khurana after injuring my neck and not having any strength/extreme pain in my shoulder. This was a Tuesday afternoon around 3pm. He reviewed my MRI and knowing the pain I was in insisted that his assistant schedule me for surgery Thursday that same week and not wait until Friday. I had a herniated disk. It was in pieces. It was only one day but it showed a lot about the doctor understanding his patients and doing what needs to be done to put them first. He answered all my questions, was honest about everything I asked him, and most importantly made me feel like I was his only patient despite having I believe 4 other procedures to do that day. I didn't even get a 2nd opinion...this guy was so impressive upon meeting him my father who is a physician and I decided it wasn't necessary. I handled zero paperwork, everything is done for you, what a pleasure. Lastly, I was back at work 4 days later. I was back playing 18 holes of golf 5 weeks post op. No rehab was necessary. I simply cannot say enough good things about this man. I thanked him 1000 times over and its still not enough. I am back to normal life. Dr. Khurana is the absolute best!!!!!
Sanjay Khurana, MD
It is my great pleasure to give Dr Sanjay Khurana a five star rating. I am a retired surgeon that suffered a catastrophic disc rupture with 16 by 9 mm extrusion that broke off L2/3 and entered my spinal canal. The diagnosis was complicated by prior back issues and a recent post motor vehicle accident MRI that was unremarkable. The accident was in June and MRI was in July and by September the pain was debilitating and under pain management I was taking methadone and OxyContin like candy. Short story a renowned Spine surgeon based on the July MRI diagnosed Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome. WRONG. Referred to Dr Khurana for a second opinion who did a long and compassionate examination and ordered a new MRI that revealed the monster fragment. Dr Khurana , broke his schedule and operated on me within 3 days as emergency. With in a week post op I was opioid free. Dr Khurana is a brilliant diagnostician,skillful surgeon , and remarkable human being. I am , four years later , enjoying Dr ASG PS I am 71 year old and do not Yelp. Hence I used my wife's account for this Yelp . Thanks dear!
Sanjay Khurana, MD
Dr Sanjay Khurana is an amazing doctor! Ive had previous back pain and a recent injury. This surgery has given me a new lease on life. Thank you so much!
Sanjay Khurana, MD
Dr. Khurana and his staff went above and beyond in scheduling and providing me with critical surgery. The Covid pandemic was underway and it was a real challenge getting any medical procedure done, let alone a complicated spine surgery. Nevertheless, Dr. Khurana and staff made it happen. The surgery was successful and I have been pain free since.
Sanjay Khurana, MD
My dad had been struggling with lower back pain from a bulging disc for over a year. He had been given a wide variety of surgical options from other spine surgeons. When he met Dr. Khurana, he knew he was the surgeon for him. He had the most conservative approach, took the time to explain everything to him, was very thorough and detailed, friendly, approachable, etc... everything anyone would want in a back surgeon!! His surgery went perfectly and was seriously a life changer for him. We would definitely recommend Dr. Khurana to anyone for any spinal procedure!
Sanjay Khurana, MD
Dr. Khurana did 2 surgeries - one on my lower back and one on my neck. His care was excellent. It was a complicated surgery and I have recovered fully from the pain I was suffering from. The surgery was successful. He and his team were outstanding. The facilities were top notch. I was treated at LA Spine Group in Marina del Rey. I highly recommend Dr. Khurana. He and his team stayed in touch with me for follow up and made sure that I was healing properly.
Sanjay Khurana, MD
I could not recommend anyone better for spinal issues! His knowledge, care and follow thru are unsurpassed! He is VERY conservative in treatment and tries to rectify the problems without surgery. When I was under his care we did still need to do a double fusion on my neck after Epidurals and PT failed. He informed me that my range of motion might be slightly limited. Now, years later, it is as perfect as it was before I began having complications! Now, seeing him to help me with my lower back. I am confident that I'll be as good as new in no time!
Sanjay Khurana, MD
If you want the best spin surgeon, you go to Dr. Khurana. He truly cares about wanting to fix any issue you have with your spine. I had L3-4 to L5-S1 fused back in 2001 by another well-known surgeon in Los Angeles and ended up having to fuse L1-2 to L2-3 in September 2020 and disk replacement (ADR) at C5-6, C6-7 in December 2020 by Dr. Khurana. The difference was night and day. Not only was Dr. Khurana's technique different but my recovery time was so much easier. He always made himself available to answer any questions and always checked-up on me post-surgery. I am extremely happy the my post-surgery results and recommend Dr. Khurana highly. His staff is exceptional and I cannot thank Amanda and Elaine enough for their time and devotion with helping me through the process. I'm truly Thankful for having Dr. Khurana as my doctor. He has changed my life for the best!!!
Sanjay Khurana, MD
If you want the best spin surgeon, you go to Dr. Khurana. He truly cares about wanting to fix any issue you have with your spine. I had L3-4 to L5-S1 fused back in 2001 by another well-known surgeon in Los Angeles and ended up having to fuse L1-2 to L2-3 in September 2020 and disk replacement (ADR) at C5-6, C6-7 in December 2020 by Dr. Khurana. The difference was night and day. Not only was Dr. Khurana’s technique different but my recovery time was so much easier. He always made himself available to answer any questions and always checked-up on me post-surgery. I am extremely happy the my post-surgery results and recommend Dr. Khurana highly. His staff is exceptional and I cannot thank Amanda and Elaine enough for their time and devotion with helping me through the process. I’m truly Thankful for having Dr. Khurana as my doctor. He has changed my life for the best!!!
Sanjay Khurana, MD
I had a fusion surgery with Dr. Khurana and I cannot speak more highly about him or his entire team. Dr. Khurana not only has exceptional clinical reasoning and surgical skills, but he has a phenomenal bed side manner. He is very confident and personable - both skills that I find essential in a surgeon. He offered a minimal invasive approach to surgery and a much quicker timeline for recovery - and that is due to his skill was a surgeon. I am feeling so much better than prior to surgery, and it has only been one week. I would recommend Dr. Khurana to anyone with spine related pain, and especially if they were considering surgery. Thank you!
Sanjay Khurana, MD
Do it! See Dr. Khurana. Trust Dr. Khurana's judgement, his surgical skills and his up to date methods. I did and my mobility is significantly improved and my pain is significantly reduced. I tried all conservative approaches and consulted with many surgeons before I had the fortune of meeting Dr. Khurana. When he explained his approach to cervical and spinal health, I knew I found my surgeon. He is patient, personable and is an athlete who understands the importance of staying active. Everyone who works in his office (Amanda and Elaine :)) is knowledgable, professional and kind.
Sanjay Khurana, MD
Dr. Sunjay Khurana is one of the most treasured of Doctors/surgeons I have been privileged to meet. I suffered from unexpected back problem and was looking into back surgeons. Immediately after meeting Dr. Khurana I knew I was going to have the surgery only with him. The surgery was undoubtedly successful, and I am back to normal. Dr. Khurana saved my life! He is a super surgeon and his staff are great, comforting, and always there for me, specially his knowledgeable PA Elaine who was always available to me and answers every question and concern I had after the surgery! I highly recommend Dr. Khurana to anyone who is suffering from back problems and is in need of a surgery. Thank you Dr. Khurana for taking such an amazing care of me. I’m eternally grateful to you for providing me an ongoing treatment and monitoring my recovery! Sincerely, N. Assil
Sanjay Khurana, MD