Published by Commons Clinic. [Web version](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/25/) 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 # Staff and office experience reviews Page 25 of 36. Read the full source accounts and explore the clinicians beside their topic excerpts. [Meet the clinicians & explore this topic →](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/) 848 written reviews Highest rated first · Newest within each rating > Dr Wassef and his team were so great. My THR went really smoothly and I felt informed and supported every step of the way. Dr. Wassef has such a lovely and calm bedside manner. Not to mention, my recovery went so well. Highly recommend! S. Morales Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: August 25, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104728189880601891388/place/ChIJqeNILuQy3YAR9WA5ym3pGLU) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Andrew Wassef, MD > Dr. Andrew Wassef and his assistant Jason were a godsend. I had knee surgery in 2016. My 2023 knee surgery was so successful that my knee is better than it was before. My knee was in very bad shape with an infection, not from the initial knee replacement, but there were other complications, So, called Dr. Wassef the cleanup man, he did a wonderful job, restoring my knee, because he had a difficult task to save my knee/leg. and possibly my life. > God Bless Dr Wassef and his staff. M. p Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: August 23, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/114452574756504910195/place/ChIJqeNILuQy3YAR9WA5ym3pGLU) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Andrew Wassef, MD > I have had numerous spine issues and Dr. Khurana has operated on my spine every time. Dr. Khurana and his staff are really excellent in the care they have given me. A special shout-out to his Surgical Coordinator Jessica Gomez who always answers her phone and thoroughly answers my many questions. Dr. Khurana is an excellent surgeon that really cares, I highly recommend him and his top notch team. As a side note, at both my 3 month and 6 month follow up appointments there is no pain at all. > Recent August 2023 edit: > Also, it’s been a year now without pain and I feel terrific. So no more appointments are scheduled. Dr. Khurana said to call for an appointment only if needed. Truly a great caring surgeon. J. Madison Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: August 12, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101549927435614450220/place/ChIJCTVQzX26woARV5EyXoh3nDU) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Sanjay Khurana, MD > I have NEVER written a yelp review for a Dr. but I wanted to share the experience I had with Dr. Millstein and his entire staff. I unfortunately slipped and fractured 2 bones in my leg. Having never had anything more than a paper cut in all my life I was terrified. I could not have been referred to a better Dr. !!! From my first visit, Dr. Millstein was personable and patient as he SAT and walked me through the x-ray of my leg, explaining the bone(s) I fractured, how they "work", what the recovery process would look like and even the symptoms I might have as I recovered. Without knowing it, this is exactly what I needed...details. He didn't try to rush the healing process but encouraged me (when it was time and the bone had healed) to do what "felt right" as I began to move away from the crutches and the boot. This may sound elementary and expected and if it is - great! However, I've had my share of annual office visits to the Dr. over the years and the totality of all of those visits pales in comparison to exceptional service of Dr. Millstein and the Commons Clinic staff. From the greeting from the front office and the respect of your time (not even a 15 min wait to be seen) to entire back office staff - they are all following the example he is setting. Everyone makes you feel like they are there to help which is an awesome feeling when you are down and wobbling around on crutches! If (God forbid) you ever break a leg, run (no pun intended) to the Commons Clinic and see Dr. Eric Millstein. Tell them Violet sent you...You will Thank me later! V. M. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: July 31, 2023 [Read review on Yelp](https://yelp.com/biz/eric-millstein-md-santa-monica?hrid=Ha2QbdRXaOpZT8_Yss-kxw&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=biz_post_share&l=en_US) Source link type: verified permalink Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > There is no doubt Dr. Khurana is one of the most talented spine surgeons in the country. However, his talents go far beyond his surgical skills. By way of background, I had an artificial disc replacement at the L5-S1 level. After a decade of countless epidurals and two microdiscetomies, I finally opted for surgery. Everything went as planned. To say “Dr Khurana has been there every step of the way” is a massive understatement. He has called me numerous times post-surgery to ask how I’m doing and walk me through what to expect next from my body during the recovery. I have never encountered such a thoughtful and caring doctor in all my years. You can hear it in his voice and more importantly see it in his actions. I couldn’t be more thankful for what he has done to get me through both my surgery and my ongoing recovery. > > Now for his staff. I have to thank Jessica and Nancy for making the pre-op process so smooth. They walked me through the process and helped me take care of everything I needed to do prior to the surgery. I have to give a special thank you to Jessica for dealing with my insurance company. It feels like an on-going battle, but I have a feeling all will work out with Jessica fighting by my side. > > Saving the best for last…I can’t thank Marineh enough for all the support and care she has given me. She is an absolute superstar!! I text or call her almost every day. She answers every time without delay and helps me in any way she can. She inspires a sense of calm and confidence. She embodies the definition of compassion. > > The long and the short of it is that Dr. Khurana and his staff are hands down the best team in the country. Putting my spine in their hands has been the best decision I have ever made. M. Crossman Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: July 26, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106060813456237981146/place/ChIJCTVQzX26woARV5EyXoh3nDU) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Sanjay Khurana, MD > The best knee doc there is with an incredible team of staff supporting him. G. baggins Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: July 21, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/114186995579067596670/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Dr Eric Millstein and staff are #1. Being new to the area, I looked up reviews and was blown away from others talking about how great Dr Millstein and staff are. > > Dr. Millstein confirmed a torn ACL and was able to get me in for an MRI same day as we live 2 hours away from his office. Very knowledgeable, personable, and explains everything in a simple manner. Highly recommend Dr. Millstein! R. R. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Yelp · Date: July 13, 2023 [Read review on Yelp](https://yelp.com/biz/eric-millstein-md-santa-monica?hrid=S-yQoJx8kdmGDGivJPluVA&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=biz_post_share&l=en_US) Source link type: verified permalink Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Great staff and Doctor Khurana was very thorough and personable. T. Gayton Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: June 22, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106216693654221677862/place/ChIJCTVQzX26woARV5EyXoh3nDU) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Sanjay Khurana, MD > Dr. Khurana and his staff were great. They took a significant amount of time with me to go over my MRI results and talk about treatment options. Although he’s a surgeon, surgery was discussed but it was not something that was pushed and was really a last resort if other treatments don’t work. I really felt that they cared about the well being of their patients. I highly recommend the practice. S. Puri Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: June 22, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106779949917987486714/place/ChIJCTVQzX26woARV5EyXoh3nDU) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Sanjay Khurana, MD > Dr effectively communicated my spine issue and discussed my options office staff was friendly and helpful. K. K Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: June 18, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113813324426945520549/place/ChIJCTVQzX26woARV5EyXoh3nDU) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Sanjay Khurana, MD > From the very beginning of scheduling appointments to paperwork needing to be done, the entire staff went above and beyond. This also made the process of traveling 4 hours to get there worth it !! Thank you Marineh Arakel, NP, Marjorie, Frank ,Bianca and the entire staff along the way. Dr Khurana explained the entire process to us . Left us with no questions before surgery. Surgery went great and follow up is going great right now . More than exceeded our expectations, THANK YOU !! A. Delong Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: June 8, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110373218924239040027/place/ChIJCTVQzX26woARV5EyXoh3nDU) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Sanjay Khurana, MD > Dr Eric S Milstein is a blessing along with his staff. > Thank you so much. L. Ruiz Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: June 6, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109863284125794861681/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Dr. Wasef is A1. He is a really good dr. And a really good listener. You are definitely in good hands here. However, the Only complaint is that the receptionists and staff are not helpful at all and are totally lazy. They never return phone calls and messages. T. halaka Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: May 25, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/118210162016544727972/place/ChIJqeNILuQy3YAR9WA5ym3pGLU) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Andrew Wassef, MD > excellent doctor very informative and great staff R. Jones Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: May 12, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117008761592296156852/place/ChIJ8YAf0pAz3YARGxtBH2uG-xA) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Amandeep Bhalla, MD > Easy to schedule an appointment. Caring staff and treatment. R. Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: May 11, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110399288331858960769/place/ChIJ8YAf0pAz3YARGxtBH2uG-xA) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Amandeep Bhalla, MD > Very Satisfied!! I Love the whole Staff They,re Very Helpful, Attentive and Professional. L. Ledesma Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: May 10, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107241208448146629568/place/ChIJ8YAf0pAz3YARGxtBH2uG-xA) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Amandeep Bhalla, MD > I have been a patient of Dr.Combs for years. He repaired my meniscus in my right knee around 2006, then I tore it again. He put symzisc1 in my knee it lasted about 7 years. Recently he put Durlane in my knee didn't help. The staff got me an MRI in a week and waiting to see what is next. Dr. Combs is a get listener and honest. S. Gray Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: May 9, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106950502077547746882/place/ChIJH2XhMeQy3YARbezZye2vIhY) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Christopher Combs, MD > Dr. Bhalla is an extremely caring and competent surgeon and diagnostician. His staff is wonderful and I love that he has Nannette as his facilitator. She is so easy to reach and very helpful with any questions or seeing that prescriptions are refilled promptly. P. Frangente Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: May 6, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109171212439400519086/place/ChIJ8YAf0pAz3YARGxtBH2uG-xA) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Amandeep Bhalla, MD > Dr. Millstein never rushes you, explains everything to you, makes you feel very at ease knowing he can help fix your particular problem. Added to his professional qualities, he is a very nice person! The staff is very nice and very accommodating. J. Levy Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: May 5, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/100368388175240267362/place/ChIJt04grlG5woARykBaakD_dF8) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Eric S. Millstein, MD > Helpful staff. Thorough evaluation with the P. A. and Dr. Khurana. They took the time to answer my questions and address my concerns. C. Schiraldi Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: April 25, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106563078046635833580/place/ChIJCTVQzX26woARV5EyXoh3nDU) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Sanjay Khurana, MD > Without question the most capable, professional and caring neurosurgeon a patient could ever hope for. I had my first surgery with him, a cervical fusion, in 2005, followed by a second one, a lumbar fusion in 2010. Going from truly unbearable pain which in both cases went on for months, following my procedures I woke up nearly 100% cured; an absolute miracle of relief. It's been 13 years since my last surgery, and my congenital issues have again reared their ugly heads. I flew from Portland, Maine last week to see him and was once again comforted entirely by his extraordinary kindness and understanding, his bedside manner exceptional as always, and I'm planning my next fusion one level up. > > Beginning with his office staff, Nancy And everyone else with whom I've had the pleasure of dealing, Dr. Khurana's practice practice is second to none. I literally trust him (and his exceptional office support ) with my life. > > Make an appointment and be prepared to wait a bit sometimes, but be confident in knowing that when it's your turn he will give you all the time in the world. There could truly be no more outstanding, talented, informative, personable surgeon, and I feel so fortunate to have found him. 💙 A. Oliver Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: April 24, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113920709865099467941/place/ChIJCTVQzX26woARV5EyXoh3nDU) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Sanjay Khurana, MD > Extremely thorough, thoughtful and efficient. The office staff and his assistant were equally wonderful AND efficient. > Unlike many surgeons he does not think surgery is the only solution Highly recommend this team B. Hayden Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: April 22, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103090797213369800612/place/ChIJCTVQzX26woARV5EyXoh3nDU) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Sanjay Khurana, MD > Exceptional, compassionate care! Dr. Khurana is a patient, kind, wildly competent surgeon. He instills confidence. Many great surgeons lack bedside manner. Dr. Khurana delivers in all aspects. 10 days after 3 cervical spine disc replacements, virtually all of my major pain symptoms associated with severe foramimal stenosis are gone. I will be forever grateful to him and his crew. The staff in the surgical center were also truly outstanding. I’ve been told I can be a “tough customer.” I can tell you Dr. Khurana and company far exceeded all my expectations-which were high to begin with! May all the good Dr. Khurana and staff do come back to them in abundance… J. Johnson Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: April 20, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111784575210671625661/place/ChIJCTVQzX26woARV5EyXoh3nDU) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Sanjay Khurana, MD > Very thorough. liked the staff, Dave & Marina. Be prepared to wait. > Overall, very pleased and loved the location. M. Downie Rating: 5/5 · Source: Google · Date: April 15, 2023 [Reviewer’s Google activity](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107716366017991746087/place/ChIJCTVQzX26woARV5EyXoh3nDU) Source link type: reviewer place Attributed clinician: Sanjay Khurana, MD [← Previous](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/24/) Page 25 of 36 [Next →](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/26/) ## Complete review collection [Read all 848 written reviews in this collection](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/all.md) ## Review pages in Markdown Previous: [Previous review page](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/24/index.md) Next: [Next review page](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/26/index.md) - [Page 1](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/index.md) - [Page 2](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/2/index.md) - [Page 3](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/3/index.md) - [Page 4](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/4/index.md) - [Page 5](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/5/index.md) - [Page 6](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/6/index.md) - [Page 7](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/7/index.md) - [Page 8](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/8/index.md) - [Page 9](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/9/index.md) - [Page 10](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/10/index.md) - [Page 11](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/11/index.md) - [Page 12](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/12/index.md) - [Page 13](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/13/index.md) - [Page 14](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/14/index.md) - [Page 15](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/15/index.md) - [Page 16](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/16/index.md) - [Page 17](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/17/index.md) - [Page 18](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/18/index.md) - [Page 19](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/19/index.md) - [Page 20](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/20/index.md) - [Page 21](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/21/index.md) - [Page 22](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/22/index.md) - [Page 23](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/23/index.md) - [Page 24](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/24/index.md) - [Page 25](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/25/index.md) - [Page 26](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/26/index.md) - [Page 27](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/27/index.md) - [Page 28](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/28/index.md) - [Page 29](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/29/index.md) - [Page 30](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/30/index.md) - [Page 31](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/31/index.md) - [Page 32](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/32/index.md) - [Page 33](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/33/index.md) - [Page 34](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/34/index.md) - [Page 35](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/35/index.md) - [Page 36](https://commonsclinicreviews.com/review-topics/staff/page/36/index.md) ## Publisher & attribution Commons Clinic Reviews is operated by Commons Clinic. 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