STAR Orthopedics

When looking for an Orthopedic doctor last year I heard great things about Dr. Raj Sinha so I choose him as the best to do surgery on my knee. Since that decision he did my partial knee replacement and subsequent repair surgery in less than a year.
I understand that there are no guarantees in life but in writing this review, I’m hoping to help others to avoid making the wrong decision when looking for an Orthopedic surgeon and office.
A surgeon should have a total confidence in their abilities but when that becomes arrogance lacking any empathy for their patients it is inexcusable.
I don’t know where these people were when I was inquiring prior to my surgery but since then, numerous previous patients of Dr. Sinha have told me their stories about themselves and others that have had problems.
I hope this will help your decision. I actually wouldn’t give any stars but the site insists.

I had surgery on my shoulder in January 2011. At that time all I had was Medicare. I made payments for my portion every month without fail to Dr. Reber, and to the medical surgery center. In March I got a call from Danielle at the doctors office saying if I did not pay the balance on the account, they would send me to collections. Since I am on a very limited income through Social Security, I asked them if they would be willing to split the two payments up and not send the account to collections, which would ruin my credit. She refused. I sent a letter to Dr Reber explaining my financial situation, and got a call back today from Danielle. Once again I offered to pay half of the remaining balance in August and half in September. She refused. I explained that I did not understand this type of business thinking, because getting all of the money owed, is better than getting nothing. if I do not get cooperation from their office, and make no payments, since it has already gone to collection and is on my credit report as a bad debt. If they don’t get it back from the collection agency, and it is on my report, why should I pay anything more? She would not budge.

My friend Richard who has a short term memory problem needed a hip replacement and I take him to medical appointments and act as his memory. Dr. Bogohsian and the staff are the best. The doctor took the time to explain everything about the surgery. He is extremely friendly and caring. We went to Dr. Bogohsian on the recommendation of Richard’s PCP. He told us that Dr. B. was one of the top hip replacement surgeons in the country. Now I believe it. Richard had almost no pain after the surgery. He was in the hospital for only one night and he was walking the day of the surgery.
After 4 days at home he stopped using the cane. I had trouble getting him to take a break now and then and Richard is 65 years old.
This is his second hip replacement and the first one was much more of an ordeal.
If you have a choice of Orthopedic Practices Star is the place to call first.

You may want to do some research to find out on how many lawsuits that have been brought against them. And please, please, please get a second opinion. Take it from a recent juror who had to sit through a trial for a malpractice suit against one of their senior doctors. It was a hung jury, but by a hair. I won’t mention the doctor’s name that was being sued for negligence, just in case it goes to another trial just to be fair to him.
Get everything in writing and get a second opinion. Ask about their financial relationships to the manufacturers that create the devices they use. They expect you to be better informed than they are.
I would not take a family member of mine this practice.

Had a terrible experience with their staff, they lie, misdiagnose, and very rude. Don’t ever expect a return call. I would suggest another company, I wouldn’t recommend them.

I made a appointment for a shoulder injection that I have had many times before. I just received the bill from Star Orthopaedics (this is the spelling on their invoice) for $ 247.00 injection, $ 896.00 ultrasound guidance, $ 448.00 new patient visit, $ 20.00 methyl prednisolone? The total amount I was charged was $ 1,611.00 which is 6 time the amount I have paid 6 months ago from my usual doctor. My doctor is in Encinitas, CA and advise me to find a doctor closer by. He also said they have many good doctors in the valley. Dr Reber repaired my left shoulder while he was with Desert Orthopedic. Little did I know I need to get a quote on services from now on… I will make the drive back to Encinitas and save $ 1,300…

Seemed like typical surgery related orthopedic shop. Tore my shoulder skiing, PA offered cortisone injection, I opted for MRI to find cause of pain. 1.5 cm rotator tear, biceps tendon year as well. As a side note they moved 2 years ago bit can’t find the time to update their website. Kinda makes me wonder about the level of care.

Full knee replacement three weeks ago. Got shafted by my insurance company for in — home pt. I have just finished 6 sessions with John and I know it was a blessing to be forced to go in vs. In-​home. He worked me hard and I think I will be better off. They tell you why you are doing each activity and how to measure success. The whole staff and atmosphere are 5 star. All medical stuff sucks… These guys took the suck out of it. Thanks.

I received services from Jeff Kohfeld, PA-​C, for my broken leg. He was very professional and polite during my visits. The ladies at the front desk were polite as well and answered any questions I had. Jeff Kohfeld also helped me coordinate the exercises I needed for my physical therapy sessions. I had a good overall experience.