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Excellent surgeon on all fronts.... very proactive along with being a very listener in terms of patients needs and concerns...would highly recommend!
David Lee, MD
Dr. Estess is a fantastic doctor. Very professional and personable. Several members of our family have seen her over the years. We are all very happy with the care she provides.
Allyson Estess, MD
Great, professional, answered all my questions, explained the procedure. My leg was shattered in some places. He put it all back together
David Lee, MD
My daughter was a new patient called Monday morning and they got her an appointment at 10am same day! Nice office staff and Dr. Lee was great!! Thank you!!
David Lee, MD
- Visited Dr Hunt for 2nd opinion after another ( top, top rated spine doctor) recommended surgery for a herniated disc L3-L4. - Dr. Hunt reviewed the MRI and examined me and told me there was nothing wrong with my disc. The pain I was having was from my Sacroiliac joint and PT was all I needed. No surgery. - I'm writing this review 3 months after finishing PT; my pain issue has been successfully addressed. ** When I visited Dr.Hunt he took the time and explained very carefully what exactly was going on with me and answered all of my questions. He is a very confident and competent doctor. He is my guy going forward.
Leonel Hunt, MD
It has been 7 months since my neck surgery. Recovery was challenging, as I expected, but I am now pain free and my hands are recovering their strength and mobility. You can barely see my scar, and my whole body is getting stronger day by day. I am in my mid 70s but feel so much better than I have in years! I feel that Dr Bae and his team saved my life and I am looking forward to a happy, healthy and productive future. The pain and changes in my ability to use my hands came on so slowly that I didn't realize how I was feeling until it was emergent. But when I first saw the x-ray of my neck, I realized that I had no choice, I had to do something about it. I had Cervical radiculopathy - an extremely pinched spinal chord from collapsing discs and bone spurs. It was clear I needed surgery to fuse two levels, but it was unclear whether to go from the front or the back. I began by searching the Internet and talking to doctors. When I heard about Dr. Bae and read the testimonies by so many people, as well as what he had to say about spine surgery, I knew I wanted him to perform my neck surgery, and I'm so grateful he said yes to taking care of me. He answered every question that I and my family had about the condition, the treatment, and the recovery. His approach was the exact opposite from my first consultation with another doctor, but his explanation was far more convincing. And I am so so glad I went with his suggestions! His team is wonderful and I was scheduled in for surgery right away. You know you are in good hands when the nurses and anesthesiologist rave about your doctor! Dr Bae was surprised to hear that I was excited for surgery, but I was! I had no fear because I knew I was in good hands. And I knew that I could get my life back! Thank you so much!
Hyun Bae, MD
Wonderful bedside manner. Gotta love this guy- so far no surgery!!! He keeps me walking on shots. His staff is also amazing and friendly .
Eric S. Millstein, MD
Simply the Best!! A superstar surgeon. Very professional, extremely personable and an all around nice guy. He explained everything to me upfront. He's a super smart guy who makes you feel comfortable and in good hands. My meniscus surgery was a breeze and painless. I wish I could give him a 100 star rating on this app. He is the Best!
Eric S. Millstein, MD
I’ve been to lots of doctors for various middle aged ailments. And more. Needless to say, I spend lots of time doing The Google. Dr. Millstein and staff live up to all the 5* ratings.
Eric S. Millstein, MD
We found Dr. Garabekyan online and had our personal Physcian vet him out as we needed to find the best possible to perform a hip surgery for my daughter who is a Division 1 college softball athlete. We have been extremely pleased with Dr. Garabekyan as he has been amazing. His bedside manner is over the top, his communication with my daughters sports medicine team has been top notch, thorough and very timely. His nurse Zohra is also amazing and takes care of everything quickly and efficiently. My daughters outcome has been great. We would highly recommend Dr. Garabekyan and his office to anyone.
Tigran Garabekyan, MD
I suffered from severe back pain for about 20 years due to a high grade spondylolisthesis. I finally went to Dr Bae who recommended lower back fusion. It was a complex surgery and a complete success. I have not had any pain since the operation over three years ago. It is important to know that it lasts! Everything about the process was very supportive and such high quality care. Dr Bae is an excellent surgeon and very kind and patient. I call him the miracle worker. He changed my life! I will always be very grateful to him.
Hyun Bae, MD
Easy to schedule given that the guy's a well known and highly respected orthopedist. Clear, expedient diagnosis and no-nonsense treatment plan. Terrific experience all around
Eric S. Millstein, MD
Dr. Kamrava examined me for excruciating pain in the back and neck. He sent for an MRI and as he has diagnosed I had a C6/C7 injury. He recommended an epidural to ease the pain and bring down the inflammation in the spinal cord and nerves. I was a bit apprehensive as I had never done one before. I decided to go with no sedation. I barely even felt anything. He is a very sweet and professional doctor. Kudos.
Evish Kamrava, MD
Thanks Doc. Very friendly and professional.
Christopher Combs, MD
Dr. Millstein's and his staff are wonderful! Dr. Millstein took his time with me, explained everything in detail and answered all my questions. Not only is he very knoweldgeable but you can tell he truly cares about his patients. Highly recommend him and his team. Thank you for getting my shoulder right!!
Eric S. Millstein, MD
Delighted with Dr. Millstein. He's been my ortho guy for at least 3 years, and I have full confidence in his diagnosis ability. He knows what he's doing, has great "bedside manner," and perhaps most importantly, he does not suggest surgery as a first, second or third option, trying less invasive procedures first. Plus, he doesn't talk down to his patients.
Eric S. Millstein, MD
Honest and Kind DR. Would highly highly suggest. Thank you for all.
Eric S. Millstein, MD
Dr. Bae and his staff are amazing, I recommend Dr. Bae to anyone needing spine surgery. He does amazing work; he is an excellent surgeon. My surgery went smoothly as did my recovery all thanks to his great skill. A year ago, I couldn't walk a block without stopping from the pain I was in and now I can walk a full mile without any pain. Thank you again to Dr. Bae and his wonderful staff.
Hyun Bae, MD
Dr. Millstein is the best. Don't know what I would do without him. Definitely would not still be playing basketball...
Eric S. Millstein, MD
Thank you to Dr. Bhalla and the wonderful nursing and surgery teams at LB Memorial Care! I was in a lot of pain from herniated cervical discs going on several months. Rest, meds, PT was not improving so when I got my MRI and then an ortho surgery consult, I knew my situation was steadily getting worse and I was barely managing my day to day activities. However I'm pretty conservative with surgery as an option. Previous issues with carpal tunnel like symptoms had 2 hand surgeons wanting to cut me open with little discussion on why or how or preventative care or alternative options. So I'm a skeptic and firmly believe in researching and educating myself on not only the medical condition but also the practitioner treating me. What gave me no doubt to trust Dr. Bhalla beyond his credentials and extensive papers and research contributions was his ability to genuinely connect and convey trust. I've never met a surgeon who wasn't so talented and confident that it comes across as arrogant and that typically makes me distrust them. Not a great way to start a relationship where your way of life is literally in their hands. Dr. Bhalla was succinct but sincere and thorough with my endless questions of what when why how and what ifs. I think I even asked the same question in 3 different ways on 2 separate visits. The surgery went well along with my immediate and ongoing recovery so far. Pain free right after surgery and so grateful to have a great quality of life again. I've always told my own clients to never proceed with surgery or a doctor's treatment unless you completely trust them and the team and I followed my own advice here. Dr. Bhalla is an incredible doctor and surgeon, go to the consult and you'll see for yourself.
Amandeep Bhalla, MD
I am grateful for having my life saved. The Doctors who really were responsible for getting me to Dr. McKenna, the surgeon, were Dr. Hyun Bae, my spine surgeon, who noticed my bumpy painful fingers on my right hand. He sent me to Dr. Susko - rheumatologist, who insisted on me having a lung CT scan where cancer was found. He sent me directly to Dr. Markovitz Pulmonary specialist who called Dr. McKenna for me to operate on my lung. Dr. McKenna then saved my life removing my lung cancer and I was released 4 days after the event. I am cancer free and so very grateful for the best doctors anywhere!
Hyun Bae, MD
Before and after my initial consult I searched whatever I could find about Dr. Bhalla. I was in a lot of pain from 2 herniated cervical discs but I wasn't just going to let anyone take me to surgery. But what gave me no doubt to trust Dr. Bhalla was not just his credentials and extensive papers and research contributions but his ability to genuinely connect and convey trust. I've never met a surgeon who wasn't so talented and confident that it comes across as arrogance and that typically makes me distrust them. Dr. Bhalla was succinct but sincere and thorough with my endless questions of what when why how and what ifs. The surgery went well along with my immediate and ongoing recovery so far. I've always told my own clients to never proceed with surgery unless you completely trust the surgeon and the team and I followed my own advice here. Dr. Bhalla is an incredible doctor and surgeon, go to the consult and you'll see for yourself.
Amandeep Bhalla, MD
Dr. Bae saved my dear friend's life. Literally. After a very successful back surgery, she recently had a follow-up exam. A lump he observed in a joint in her finger prompted him to ask her a seemingly odd question, "Did you smoke when you were young?" She admitted she had. His suspicion piqued, he sent her to a rheumatologist, who ordered a CT Scan -- which revealed a small irregularity in her lung. Needle biopsy confirmed cancer. Surgery got it all, and further testing confirmed it had been caught at Stage 1. What Dr. Bae did for my friend SAVED HER LIFE, and is nothing short of a miracle.
Hyun Bae, MD
Prompt and professional care. Diagnosed the problem and and explained it fully.
David Lee, MD
