Patient Reviews

Thank you for choosing Southern California Orthopedic Institute for your care. We take pride in helping our patients overcome injuries, relieve pain, and return to active, healthy lifestyles.

In this section, you can read stories from patients we’ve treated about the experiences and recoveries they've had under our care.

Read what our patients are saying about Southern California Orthopedic Institute.

You can also read what our patients are saying about Southern California Orthopedic Institute by visiting our doctor profiles.

Patient Reviews

“I had double knee replacements and am thoroughly happy with Dr. Kwak.”
– Janet T.
Treating Doctor: Steve K. Kwak, MD
“The experience with Dr. Etcheverry has been good. However, I would really like to compliment an employee named Jacquline. I do not know her last name, but she puts on the bandages and casts for the patients. Jacqueline has been SO kind, empathetic, capable, and instructive. I have really appreciated her capable and caring attitude!”
– Betty H.
Treating Doctor: John L. Etcheverry, DPM
“Dr. Merriman is very nice and explained everything to me.”
– Julie M.
Treating Doctor: Jarrad A. Merriman, MD, MPH
“Total hip replacement: I can't believe how well my hip feels and has felt from almost immediately after surgery. I'm ready to do a well-deserved testimonial for Dr. Hernandez, SCOI, the surgical center at UCLA Health, and everyone else involved. The care, service, and results are the highest level possible. It's nice to walk, move and live without pain, thank you!”
– Steven C.
Treating Doctor: Jaime D. Hernandez, MD
“Dr. Snyder was always very professional, thorough, and had an excellent "bedside manner."”
– Terry W.
Treating Doctor: Stephen J. Snyder, MD
“My experience was amazing. I felt that all the staff was very interested in my physical and mental comfort. Everything was well explained. I never was made to feel that caring for me was a burden. I had no reluctance to ask for what I needed. On top of that my medical outcome is great so far! I would recommend SCOI and Dr. Bawa to anyone who needs this procedure.”
– Richard B.
Treating Doctor: Harpreet S. Bawa, MD
“The waiting room was comfortable, and I was ushered in about 20 minutes after arrival. Dr. Snyder is extremely knowledgeable, took the time to look at my MRI, and listened carefully to my injury history. He was very thoughtful about his opinion and did not offer "pie in the sky" possibilities for the outcome for my shoulder. I would come back to the institute again if I have future ortho needs. Dr. Snyder and his staff are great!”
– Lynda W.
Treating Doctor: Stephen J. Snyder, MD
“Quality of care was excellent, and results exceeded my best wishes. I highly recommend SCOI.”
– Steven K.
Treating Doctor: Stephen J. Snyder, MD
“Dr. Bawa is excellent. Dr. Bawa and his staff took care of all of the details and was always available to answer questions and help in any way. He cared about me as if I was his only patient. It is lovely not to have the pain. I am doing very well.”
– Jerri S.
Treating Doctor: Harpreet S. Bawa, MD
“Dr. Bawa is fantastic. I recommend him highly. When I had a post-op problem, he responded to my email with an immediate phone call! And it was on a Sunday! It is clear that Dr. Bawa cares for his patients and does everything possible for a positive outcome. His staff is warm and friendly, and what can I say; it was all good!”
– Edie P.
Treating Doctor: Harpreet S. Bawa, MD

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