Who is a GREAT orthopedic surgeon in the area? I'm willing to travel anywhere between SB - LA. It's for an elderly person (who loves golf) with a broken elbow. Thanks...
Tonya P. replied:
Dr Maguire SB
Allen H. replied:
Kerlan Jobe in LA...
Kathy L. replied:
Dr. Menninger. He's in ojai.
Ashley F. replied:
^^ I go to Dr. Menninger
Heather R. replied:
Dr. Menninger fixed my Grandson's broken elbow. They're tricky to fix and his ended up perfect! It was a really bad break.....
Heather R. replied:
Oh....I forgot to mention that Dr. Menninger fixed all four of my daughter's limbs. Both ankles and both wrists, one shattered....bad car accident when she was 16! All four limbs are still perfect 18 years later!
Judy P. replied:
Dr. Golden Ventura....the doctors doctor!
Carolyn V. replied:
Dr Phelps is stellar, Sharon McClung-please call me to discuss. He and Dr Ishak are the two arm specialists in the area, we've used both, and both are excellent. Dr Golden is highly regarded as well, I'm just not sure if he has an arm specialty.
Mary M. replied:
Wishing the best for Shirley. Dr Menninger is great. He just did a hip replacement on my son-in-law and he's doing great.
Cheryl D. replied:
Ray used this guy on his knee - great guy, bedside manner and excellent work: http://www.danielcraviottomd.com/
Dirk S. replied:
Dr Tom Golden
Erin F. replied:
Dr Golden is magic.
Debra R. replied:
Dennis Phelps in Santa Barbara is a gem. Hubby had two surgeries with him. Also heard good things about Dr Golden.
Can anyone recommend an orthopedic surgeon for a child nearby?
Danielle W. replied:
Dr. Sean D. Early, MD Santa Barbara, CA
Nikki C. replied:
We really liked Dr Golden in Ventura when Addy hurt her elbow...no surgery but great care...Dr Ryu and Dr Hurvitz are FANTASTIC orthopedic surgeons in Santa Barbara... they are strictly knee, hips...sports related...
Pamela B. replied:
When my daughter needed surgery years ago, the nurse at the ER whispered in my ear not to let anyone in the valley do it only Dr. Early, and only a pediatric surgeon. Saw McGuire in Ventura and then Early did the surgery in SB. Great. Both great.
Julie G. replied:
Dr. Maguire in Santa Barbara is a pediatric surgeon he has office hours at vcmc also.
Leah L. replied:
Dr. Emily Benson through VCMC orthopedic is an amazing doctor and surgeon. Definitely worth getting a second opinion with her.
Patt M. replied:
Dr Fredrick Menninger in Ojai....640 2288. Look him up on Google
Sheila G. replied:
Dr. Emily Benson.
Colleen F. replied:
They referred...(Dr Menninger office) me to ventura orthopedic... very happy with them ...
Lynn R. replied:
And we had a great experience with Michael McGuire in Santa barbara
Ronda B. replied:
I use Dr Mazurik in Ventura, he is wonderful
Robin M. replied:
Absolutely Michael Maguire in SB. Pediatric orthopedic specialist.
Shelbi I. replied:
Dr. Early and Dr. Maguire are great! Dr. Maguire is my daughter's surgeon and Dr Early has also assessed her case as they both work together. Dr. Maguire even sees patients at VCMC
Hey everyone,
we're in need of a recommendation for an orthopedic. A friend just moved here and broke her arm. Any recommendations or ones to avoid? Thank you.
Kristal B. replied:
Surgeon? Dr. Menninger is good.
Maritza V. replied:
Is that Dr. Dennis Phelps? This email is intended only for the recipient listed in the original email.
Carolyn V. replied:
Yes - his number is 563-3135, and his office assistant is Rita. It's just the two of them and they provided us with spectacular, caring treatment. It's how medicine used to be practiced. I hope your friend's experience is as amazing as ours with him have been. His office is right by Cottage. Dr. Ishak is also very good - we went to him for a broken wrist because Dr. Phelps was on vacation.
Kimmi H. replied:
I worked with Menninger for several years and seen amazing success. He's a teaching type, and will explain to you whats going on, honestly. ***Surgens do not perform miracles, its up to the patient to do all their home work, exercise, therapy etc. The more consistent you are with this, the better your outcome. I also worked with Ocean Orthopedics in Ventura, same advise- do therapy, and continue to do it at home, sometimes forever, if you want results 100%
Nikki C. replied:
Ryu and Hurvitz Orthopedic in SB... HIGHLY Reccomend !!!... Not sure if they do arms or just joints but worth looking into they are incredible!!!
Lynn T. replied:
Dr Andrew Spitzer at Cedars Sinai in Bev Hills rocks. He runs their joint replacement department. Has several patients in Ojai. He is on board of directors at Camp Ramah. Spends most weekends here in town. Realy cool guy.
Mary D. replied:
Go to Golden in Ventura or Dr. Wu at county he's the head of UCLA ortho training for all ortho docs
Debra R. replied:
Dr Golden
Carolyn V. replied:
Hi Lynn, I don't know of Dr Spitzer but he sounds great!
Heather G. replied:
Dr Menninger bedside manner lacks a bit but he definitely tells you the truth at what you are looking at and recovery etc... HOWEVER he put my leg and foot back together when it was completely shattered and foot was dislocated from my ankle like a puzzle he is a very good surgeon good at what he does
Carolyn V. replied:
The two local arm specialists are Dr Dennis Phelps (SB) and Dr Ishak (Vta Ortho). Both are well worth the drive-we had a superb experience with both. Daughters broken finger and husbands broken wrist. We found out the hard way that it's important to go to someone who specializes in that body part.
Morning! Can anyone recommend a great orthopedic doctor in town?
Thanks
Jackie C. replied:
Dr. Menninger646-3022
Terri W. replied:
Dr. Golden Ventura. And, depending upon your insurance you might not have full choice.
Nikki C. replied:
Ryu and Hurvitz in Santa Barbara are superb did hubby's knee replacement...and would highly recommend cottage for hospital stays...worth the drive !!
Moses K. replied:
Dr. Ryu has always been the go-to-guy in SB for knees. Saw him 15 years ago to get his opinion on my knees. Luckily he didn't "demand" that i get replacements then. But we're talking feet here... VERY delicate bones and joints...because of all the work they do supporting the rest of the body...
Sharon H. replied:
Go to Santa Barbara for sure! Ojai has nothing!!! Lived here 45 years,
Victoria J. replied:
Dr Golden, Ventura
Ladye S. replied:
Dr. Scott Roberg (oxnard-google his other ofc add.) High marks!
Maggie A. replied:
Sam Small, Ventura
Beth E. replied:
I wouldn't let Dr. Menninger operate on my sister's cat. His bedside manner is atrocious.
Carolyn V. replied:
Dennis Phelps is the go-to guy at Cottage for hands and wrists-spectacular and his office assistant is Rita. I would take his recommendation for a foot specialist and go from there. When we wre looking for an orthopedic specialist we contacted Swanners to find out what surgeon gave the best results for the body part. That's how we got to Dr Phelps and he was a godsend for us when my husband broke his wrist and my daughter broke her finger-a local orthopedist was happy to have her heal with a permanently disfigured finger-thankfully we got to Dr Phelps and he knew that was totally unacceptable. His result was extraordinary. It's worth finding the true specialist for your problem.
A dear friend had a very serious fall last night and his hip is compromised. Who do you recommend as an orthopedic surgeon in Santa Paula, Ventura, Fillmore?
Sol B. replied:
Dr Abusama ventura Dr Menninger ventura
Sol B. replied:
Dr. Thomas Golden
Bernadette D. replied:
Dr. Menninger has done thousands of hips here in Ojai
Nikki C. replied:
Dr Golden in ventura is fantastic!... Dr Hurvitz or Ryu in Santa Barbara are probably some of the top surgeons on the west coast
Kim S. replied:
Dr Zeegan in Tarzana
Lynn T. replied:
Dr. Andrew Spitzer at Cedars Sinai in Bev Hills has done several Ojai hips. He has local connections. He is on Board of Directors at Camp Ramah.
Seeking personal recommendations for Orthopedic Surgeons for a total knee replacement! Who do you trust to replace your body parts?
Sandy G. replied:
Joy - The surgeon I used for compressed disks was Dr. Samuel Small in Ventura. He did a great job -he specializes in sports injuries, so I imagine he does knees. 3525 Loma Vista RoadVentura, CA 93003...See More
Glenn F. replied:
Dr Ryu in Santa Barbara. Tough as nails, very skilled.
Pamela R. replied:
Dr Ryu does reconstructions not replacements, his partner Dr. Hurvitz does all the replacements. I had one with him one year 8 months ago. You want to go to someone like him that only does knee replacements and has done a lot. It is a difficult surgery...See More
Barbara G. replied:
Hi Joy: I know this is super late but I've been looking for a great orthopedic surgeon and someone told me about Dr. Brad Penenberg in Beverly Hills. I know its a long way to go but he sounds like the BEST. Personally, I am looking into Dr. Masurak in Ventura and Dr. Gary Bradley in SB. Good luck!
Rebecca W. replied:
When it comes to P.T., I also highly recommend Kathy Doubleday, Doctor of Physical Therapy, at Pacific Therapy here in Ojai. Very compassionate and extremely skilled.
Does anyone have a recommendation for an orthopedic who specializes in lower back issues?
Annika G. replied:
Yes, Dr Tudor
Annika F. replied:
Abou-Samra may be great, but he's a surgeon. I went to Mark Simonson who is a pain specialist who does everything BUT surgery. His wife is Mayra the PT at Pacifica Therapy. He can prescribe PT, meds, even a steroid injection if that seems like the next step. But surgery is his last resort, and he refers to the best. Agree about ReXI- it helped me immensely.
Pam P. replied:
Talk to Joe Cocke, he has done wonders for me.....
Kyley A. replied:
I actually don't think golden does back just read that Dr. Moustapha Abou-Samra, MD Does and is highly recommended
Alana J. replied:
Dr Tudor! Skip ortho & go to MD that does osteopathic treatment:). Healing vs surgery
Looking for recommendations for a orthopedic who specializes in HIPS in Ventura (or Santa Barbara - but the closer the better - Ventura would be best)
(I remember...
Terri B. replied:
Dr Golden at Ocean Orthopedics in Ventura on Brent.. Pretty sure he takes Medicare.
Alex M. replied:
Yes! Dr Golden was the name, I think
Debra R. replied:
Dr. Thomas Golden he's the best out there
Pam H. replied:
Dr Golden ❤. He did my husband hip replacement and very happy with the outcome ❤
Hello friends and neighbors ~ I hope you are all well in the rain ~ I am looking for referral for a great orthopedic DR for my foot. Broken the night before fire evac...
Beverly D. replied:
Dr O'Halloren Ventura... great fixed my broken ankle... 6 pins and a plate. People ask me if it bothers me when it's cold? Have never had 1 problem and that was 5 years ago!
Deanne R. replied:
Dr Frederick Menninger took care of my broken foot 3 years ago. I chose not to have pins so it took 6 months to heal on its own with the boot.
Alyssa L. replied:
Dr. Frank Stuhr is great in Ventura he did my foot surgery after I broke my ankle.
Hi Ojai! I am in search of an orthopedic/other type of dr. who is excellent with lower body alignment and knee issues. Any recommendations appreciated!
Greg J. replied:
Are you looking for an orthopedic surgeon or a physical therapist? Physical therapy is usually a good first step.