Trust and confidence reviews

Dr Bhalla is a great Sergent and doctor who has a caring approach, will sit and discuss your situation with options. I trust Dr Bhalla with my life and I trust his opinion. Glad to have him as my doctor

Amandeep Bhalla, MD

Amazing Dr who is highly skilled, a great listener who pursues conservative treatment when possible. I have been seeing Dr Khurana over the past 5 years and he’s truly incredible and one of a kind. Why aren’t more doctors like him? I found him bc many of my friends are Drs in La and all said he is hands down the best spine person to see in La if not the country. Also amazing responsiveness and patient communication / care. Makes you feel like a VIP and that you are in confident caring and expert hands. If you are like me and nervous or anxious about seeing a Dr for your back he will put your mind at ease and help you find the best path forward for you (even if that doesn’t mean an operation). Do yourself a favor, go no further, set up an appt with him if you’re even remotely thinking about it. You have found your pro!

Sanjay Khurana, MD

I met Dr Bae ten years ago when i jas travelled Europe trying to find a solution for my back pain that didn't involve fusion in my cervical and lumbar spine I flew to LA from London to me Dr Bae Dr Bae gave me solutions and more. For the first tine in ten years i was able to dance with my husband at a wedding and he jas neen there for me online whenever I have needed him Ten years later as my back degenerates further Dr Bae is there for me with options and support There is no one i trust more He is years ahead ! Innovative yet always kind. He will never recommend a treatment purely for the fees One of a kind surgeon and person.

Hyun Bae, MD

I felt reassured that Dr Millstein was very knowledgeable about my shoulder and treatment options. His staff were helpful and friendly. I would definitely recommend him.

Eric S. Millstein, MD

I feel very confident with his analysis of my back problem and treatment

Amandeep Bhalla, MD

Everything is very organized Staff was knowledgeable Dr Bae is very confident he can fix me I am taking for tests this Friday for Dr Bae to reinforce his vision . Let's see what next tests / scans reveal

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Hyun Bae, MD

I had been suffering from severe arthritis in both knees for a number of years, always afraid of knee replacement surgery after seeing how hard it was on a family member. Now, I’m 6 weeks out from left knee replacement surgery, having had the *best possible experience* under Dr. Prem Ramkumar’s excellent care. He and his helpful staff have been with me every step of the way. His friendly demeanor put me at ease, and his knowledge and experience engendered my trust. But the best part is how well I have felt postoperatively. My pain was very well managed, and my range of motion is progressing rapidly with the help of both his in-house physical therapist as well as a handy app that has home exercises which are advanced in stages. The app also provides a lot of useful recovery information and a way to easily communicate with the office. If you need any type of knee surgery, I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Ramkumar to you. I will be returning later in the year to have him replace my right knee. A+ positive experience.

Prem N. Ramkumar, MD, MBA

I Love Dr Bhalla. He listens and then talks. He is very confident but not in a know it all way either. He is very knowledgeable and has the best bed side manner of any Doctor and not full of himself!

Amandeep Bhalla, MD

Dr. Bhalla is an excellent spinal surgeon and he has an excellent staff. The staff got me in earlier than my original appointment because I was in a great deal of pain. The surgery coordinator did an excellent job of facilitating the process leading up to the procedure. Dr. Bhalla has been excellent from start to finish, taking the time to carefully listen and explain my situation to me and answer questions. There was a great deal of follow-up post surgery. The entire atmosphere of the office and Dr Bhalla 's. very professional demeanor created an environment in which I had complete trust and confidence in him as a person, in his professional abilities, and in his office staff. I am extremely grateful that I had such an excellent person and doctor for my surgery and care.

Amandeep Bhalla, MD

Dr. Bae has successfully removed three discs in my upper spine and saved me interminable suffering of tingling and pain in my fingers and hands on both sides! He is a surgical “artist”’ both technically and aesthetically. He is conservative in his diagnostic approach and careful to recommend all PT efforts be taken before resorting to surgery. I trust Dr. Bae as I have been through 2 surgeries and several consultations over the past 10 years.

Hyun Bae, MD

I went to see Dr. Khurana to talk about the low back pain I’d been having but while I was there he wanted to get x-rays on the two cervical disc replacements I’d had done 3 years ago. He found that one of them was failing. He got me in within a few days, removed the replacement and fused that level, feels great now but could have been bad news had he not been on top of things and ordered the x-rays. His attention to detail is second to none and his team and staff are always incredible!! There is no one I would trust more with my spine!!

Sanjay Khurana, MD

Seeing Dr. Prem has honestly been the best thing that has ever happened to me. This upcoming July will be two years since I was involved in a car accident. In the accident I sustained a few injuries, a hip fracture being one of them. My career as professional soccer player who has sustained an injury that severe had left me feeling lost and scared wondering if I would ever be able to touch the pitch again. I knew it in my heart that it wasn’t over. After being discharged from the hospital and doing rehab I still felt unsure… doctors would think I was crazy or would turn me down and say “in time” on getting back to where I was at, or even worse… maybe not even able to play anymore but I knew I needed to look elsewhere and get a second opinion. When I first met Prem it was like god sent him to me. He told me his previous work and how he had worked on athletes of my caliber and I knew that he would get me to where I know I could be. Keep in mind when I met him I wasn’t able to put my knee to my chest in a 90 degree angle, I had a limp, I had tightness near my groin area, and I had metal plates in me. We created a game plan he would get me to be able to get my knee to my chest, improve my range of motion, remove those plates, and release the tension. I had faith that he could do it, and so did he. His confidence had made me trust him so much more, and his work proves it. The surgeries? A success. I now have my range of motion back to where it once was, my injuries are healed, and it’s safe to say I’m back to being on the pitch again doing what I loved since I was a kid. After countless times of being told “you may not be able to play again” it took one visit with Prem to turn that uncertainty around and prove to those that they were wrong. I owe Prem everything and I appreciate him so much.

Prem N. Ramkumar, MD, MBA

Brett is very comfortable to be with a receive information from. He's occupies a very positive an relaxing space. I feel confident with his presence experience an touch.

Brett Pugh, PT, DPT

Felt confident in Dr. Millstein’s high level of experience and knowledge. He was very caring, patient and personable; didn’t rush through appt. Gave me opportunity to ask questions.

Eric S. Millstein, MD

Amazing surgeon, this is the man to trust your spinal health to. Staff is wonderful as well, Marineh was always so helpful. Had cervical disc replacement, 2 levels, and I'm about 16 months out now and doing great. Easy recovery especially compared to other procedures I've had. Dr. Khurana has more of a conservative approach which I appreciate, but he also has the knowledge to know when something will do better with surgery. His bedside manner is wonderful which isn't always the case with surgeons, and he takes his time to explain things thoroughly. Thanks Dr. K and team!

Sanjay Khurana, MD

Hip Replacement So, your hip is hurting bad enough that you finally need to get it checked out, but you're not sure who to see. That was exactly the situation I found myself in. I knew I wanted a surgeon who specialized in the anterior approach rather than the posterior, since the recovery with the anterior method tends to have fewer limitations. While I was researching, I came across reviews for Dr. Prem Ramkumar. After looking into his training and current practice, it became clear that he was a standout in the field of hip surgeries. He was exactly the kind of doctor I was looking for—someone who used modern techniques to ensure the best possible outcomes. I made an appointment, and within two weeks, I was meeting with him. After reviewing my case, which included hairline fractures, arthritis, and bone-on-bone rubbing, Dr. Ramkumar agreed that I was a good candidate for a total hip replacement. We scheduled the surgery a couple of months out. During that time, I followed the instructions given by both Dr. Ramkumar and Long Beach Memorial. There were daily exercises—nothing too strenuous—but I’m sure they helped my recovery. When the big day arrived, I met with Dr. Ramkumar before the surgery. He reassured me that everything looked good and we were ready to go. Later that day, after the surgery, he came to check on me again to ensure everything was progressing as it should. I could tell he was genuinely invested in my case. That same day, I was able to walk to the restroom with a walker, use the toilet independently, and go up and down a few steps. By the end of the day, I was cleared to go home and was discharged. After the surgery, I stuck to the post-op exercises Dr. Ramkumar recommended. In the first week, I walked around the house and outside with a walker. After that, I graduated to using a cane. Now, almost three weeks post-surgery, I’m feeling fantastic. I’m walking two 1-mile walks a day and continuing with my exercises. I can’t recommend Dr. Ramkumar enough. His expertise made the entire surgery nearly pain-free, and I honestly can't believe how well I’m doing at this point in my recovery.

Prem N. Ramkumar, MD, MBA

I cannot recommend Dr. Amandeep Bhalla highly enough! From my first consultation in 2018 to post-surgical care in 2020, he demonstrated exceptional expertise, professionalism, and compassion. Now in 2025 I am facing new obstacles that I am certain he will guide me through. Dr. Bhalla takes the time to explain my condition and treatment options thoroughly, ensuring I feel confident in my care plan. Dr. Bhalla's dedication to patient-centered care is evident in his approach--he listens, educates, and involves you in the decision-making process. His use of advanced, minimally invasive techniques made my procedure smoother than I ever expected, and my recovery was outstanding. Beyond his surgical skill, Dr. Bhalla is kind, attentive, and genuinely invested in his patients' well-being. I have to give a shout out to his Office Manager Ronnie T. She is a bright star, kind, attentive, and genuinely invested in the patients' well-being. I initially met her hen he was Dr.. Bhalla's Nurse. The office staff, including Khalil the X-Ray Tech, are very friendly and you are made to feel like you stepped into a friend's home. There is also an abundance of FREE parking! I am incredibly grateful for Dr. Bhalla and his expertise and I highly recommend him to anyone in need of top-tier spinal care.

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Amandeep Bhalla, MD

Dr. Milstein is the consummate caring empathetic, knowledgeable professional. I have been seeing him for my various orthopedic issues (knees, elbows, shoulders) over the last 5+ years or so, and he has without fail evaluated diagnosed and prescribed the correct treatment. Without hesitation I would recommend Dr. Milstein for any orthopedic related need. 8/27/24-I saw Dr. Milstein, accommodated me on very short notice. Once again Eric (he’s treated for so long I feel I can use his first name!) evaluated my issues, after fully informing me advised cortisone shot, I agrred. He injected smoothly, painlessly. He has had a great track record with of hitting the ‘right spot’ and I am confident he’s done it again. He’s that good!

Eric S. Millstein, MD

Excellent office staff with expedient response to scheduling procedures. Dr. Bhalla is very experienced and has the best bedside manners ! I trust him completely !

Amandeep Bhalla, MD

Very friendly, reassured me and very patient

Allyson Estess, MD

Dr. Bae is an excellent diagnostician who zeros in on the real source of a problem. Then he fixes it. He empowers patients by educating us. He works from a simple approach to a more challenging one, if necessary. His staff is organized and treats patients as human beings. Dr. Bae is someone I trust based on two surgeries, one larger and one small.

Hyun Bae, MD

I trust Dr Khurana and I know several people who have he has helped.

Sanjay Khurana, MD

I just want to start with saying that Dr. Prem Ramkumar is one of the smartest, empathetic and down to earth Doctor I have ever met. From the beginning of this process a pre op nurse by the name of Stephanie will do a Zoom with you and go over what is going to happen pre, and post operation. I had never felt so relaxed and confident about a Doctor and the team he has behind him. Dr. Ram is the most confident doctor I have ever met and his work speaks for himself. I have referred 2 of my friends to him. They loved his personality.

Prem N. Ramkumar, MD, MBA

Dr. Bhalla is a very patient doctor who listen to your concerns and confident in his work, he tries to accommodate your needs in a professional matter. The whole staff operates with care and support, over all they are the best.

Amandeep Bhalla, MD