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.
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Patient Reviews
“I saw Dr. Jared Niska, he was very personable, helpful and professional”
“Dr. Ferkel is a very kind and warm person that can see the pain you are in and wants to make it better or go away so you can continue to live life at the best of your ability. I was very lucky to have have him treating my condition always asking questions, quick to offer solutions so very appreciative :)
THANK YOU Dr. Ferkel”
Treating Doctor: Eric I. Ferkel, MD
“The experience I had at SCOI was great. I arrived a few minutes early and was immediately given forms to fill out. As soon as those were completed I was moved into another room where the history was taken. When that was completed I was sent back to the waiting room but only for a couple of minutes. I was then taken into the examining office. An x-ray technician came in immediately to take me to the x-ray room, where x-rays were immediately taken. I then went back to my room and only waited a minute or two before the doctor came in. The examination was thorough and received good feedback on my medical problems. Upon completion I had been there approximately an hour, maybe longer however only a couple minutes of that was waiting. I am very impressed and would recommend this group and every one of the very professional people I interacted with, from the receptionist to the x-ray tech to the nurses and doctor.”
Treating Doctor: David M. Auerbach, MD
“I just had a total knee replacement done by Dr. Saied. He is just amazing! He listens to YOU answers any questions you have and most important of all cares about you! I already had a partial knee replacement done on my other knee 6 months ago. I am so very glad that I chose Dr. Saied to perform both of my surgeries! His staff is totally amazing as well and they are all there for you if you have any issues or concerns. I am now 6 weeks past my knee replacement and I am doing very well!”
Treating Doctor: Fadi S. Saied, DO
“Dr. Castañeda is a very caring professional and excellent surgeon. She is very approachable and took adequate time to answer all my questions.”
Treating Doctor: Deborah A. Castañeda, MD
“I have seen Dr. Bloze for some 20 years and will continue to see her as long as she is in business and I have a need for her services. I insist that any and all nerve conduction tests and studies be done by Dr. Bloze as she has found problems with my body that have been missed by others. Thanks to her my neck fusion as extended to include more vertebrae than anticipated by my surgeon because of Dr. Bloze's knowledge of my history, and complete and thorough dedication to the well-being of her patients. Altho a 4 disc cervical fusion was not something I was looking forward to, I am grateful she caught the problem before I had surgery or a 2nd surgery would have been required. Regardless of where my referring physician is, I INSIST that Dr. Bloze do my nerve conduction studies and always will. It is with complete confidence that not only do I continue to be a patient, I whole heartedly refer her to others.”
– Beth B.
Treating Doctor: A. Elizabeth Blozé, MD
“The staff is always very courteous and friendly. The care provided for my daughter was always top-notch during her pre-op, surgery, and post-op. I would highly recommend them.”
Treating Doctor: Mark L. Schamblin, MD
“Each time I have seen Dr. Grossman or Shelby Kirby the visits have gone very well in that I had a thorough exam and the provider gave me plenty of time.”
Treating Doctor: Brian S. Grossman, MD
“it was great, very fast, direct and took care of my pain.”
– Jill Z.
Treating Doctor: A. Elizabeth Blozé, MD
“Very pleasant experience. Dr. Shamblin and his staff were very informative and easy to work with. The staff at Bahamas surgical made me very comfortable and we'll informed on what was going on with the procedure.”
Treating Doctor: Mark L. Schamblin, MD
