Scott Goldman, MD

I have been to Doctor Goldman’s practice for several injuries now (lower spine compression, tear in the left hip and tear nn the left knee) and have been through two rounds of Physical Therapy at the same location, both sets of staff are absolutely amazing! I feel comfortable with everyone there, they are knowledgeable and accommodating, and I wouldn’t trust my joints to any other Ortho or P.T. to any other provider!

THIS IS FOR THE RECEPTIONIST NOT THE DOCTOR!
I called to make an appointment and was treated so unbelievable rude that I never made it to the actual booking. I can only hope this doctor is aware of how awful the receptionist is when talking with possible new patients.

I had a wonderful experience with Dr. Goldman. His staff was extremely helpful, and accommodating– especially in fitting me into their busy schedule at such short notice. I felt right at home from the moment I walked in the door. I didn’t have to wait long for Dr. Goldman (Especially in comparison to other docs I’ve been to). He was very attentive, listened to my concerns, and knew exactly what was going on. Thanks to Dr. Goldman, and his staff I am on a quick road to recovery. I highly recommend him–
You will be missing out if you see anyone else!

Dr. Goldman is the best doctor around!!! The staff is top-​notch. Anything I need help with any questions I need answers they were on top of it out of her for many people to Dr. Goldman self and his office.

Like some of the other reviews here, this review is mainly targeting his office staff. I waited 2 full hours only to be seen by a physicians assistant, when I’m positive that I made the appointment with the doctor. When I mentioned to the receptionist that I made the appointment with the doctor, she simply argued with me that I would have been told who the appointment was with. Finally, after speaking with the nurses, I was told that I could see the doctor but that I would have to wait. (Mind you, I had driven an hour to get to this office and wasn’t planning to spend my entire day there). An hour after that, I finally see the doctor who was friendly, professional and seemed to be very knowledgable about my injury. I leave an hour later, passed 6pm and having been there a total of 4 hours. Needless to say, I will never be coming back. While I was satisfied with the doctor himself, I’m positive I will be able to find another one who is equally as competent with a better run office and not such a crazy long wait time.

This review is only for the office staff, not the doctor himself.
My friend and I called the office to try to get an appointment for an ankle injury on a foot that has undergone surgery on multiple occasions. We called the office, and the person who answered the phone asked us if she has been to urgent care, which she has. They told her that it needed to be seen by a specialist. She seemed to have a snarky attitude, and told us that the next appointment was late next week. We asked if in the mean time, she could come in to get an orthopedic boot just so she could be able to walk and be in less pain until that appointment. Again, snarkily, she responded that «they don’t just hand them out like that.» We weren’t asking for a handout, we needed to buy a boot. We are taking our business elsewhere.

I felt the need to write a review after reading some of the 1 and 2 star reviews. Dr. Goldman has been my orthopedic doctor now for about 3 or 4 years. I have some serious issues with my skeletal system, so I have to visit him frequently. I concur that sometimes the wait time is longer than I would like it to be, and the waiting room is often pretty cold. That’s the reason he did not get 5 stars from me. As far as the office staff is concerned — they are always so nice and they all know my name. I do have a very outgoing and bubbly personality, and that helps to lighten up the visit. Sometimes if you have a pre-​conceived opinion, bad attitude or come across as not friendly or mad, then you get what you give. I have never been treated badly, they are always willing to work with me on the billing, and my documents for work are completed accurately and in a timely manner. I love Dr. Goldman’s bedside manner and my health issues are important to him. He is not selfish, and if it’s a health concern that is beyond his scope of expertise, he has no problem referring you to another doctor — most of whom are very, very good in their field. He will be my doctor until he no longer wants me as a patient, which I’m confident will never happen.

I injured my left knee about three years ago and was dealing with minimal to moderate pain until earlier this year when I did too much and injured the knee even further. At this point every step was painful and it was severe. I went to another doctor, who wanted to give me medication and wait, even after I explained I was dealing with this for three years. I couldn’t wait anymore, every step was painful, so I went to see Dr. Goldman. He immediately suspected a meniscal tear after his exam and set me up with an MRI scan, which is in his office. The MRI scan showed a meniscal tear as Dr. Goldman suspected. After surgery he sent me to Première Physical Therapy, right next door to his office (super convenient). I appreciate Dr. Goldman’s experience as he was able to accurately diagnose me just by listening to my complaints and from his exam. I am now three months since my surgery and I have completed my physical therapy (which was a great experience). I am now at a point where my knee hasn’t felt better than this in three years. It is great to walk with no pain!

I have been seeing Dr. Goldman for several years due to several torn meniscus in my right knee and an abnormal growth of fatty tissue that was causing problems with me being able to bend my knee. Now it looks like I tore my meniscus again so probably need another surgery. I have a syndrome that makes my joints more susceptible to having tears. Dr. Goldman was the one thar figured out the syndrome and home to treat it.
Yes there can be long waits but it is because Dr. Goldman cares about his patients and is very understanding. I highly recommend him for all my Orthopedic care.

According to my 78 year old mom, Dr. Goldman is very attentive and caring towards his patients. However, this review is based on the management of his front office. Upon entering the waiting room, it was evident that the Dr was running behind. 1 hour after our arrival, we’re still waiting to be seen (I’m writing this as I continue to wait). Meanwhile, my mom’s medication has worn off and the pain from her fractured ribs and bruised disc is quickly resuming. After inquiring about the wait time, the front office staff informs me that there are 3 patients ahead of her. … sigh.
After informing them of the growing severity of her pain, I ask them to administer pain medication. They tell me they can only administration a motrin-​type injection. Had they read her medical record, they would have seen that her kidney condition does not allow for motrin. I asked for the same medication that was prescribed the last time she was seen, which lasted her 12 hours. Unfortunately, they could only give her half a dose of Norco, which is ineffective as she usually requires double the dose.
It’s now been 75 minutes since our arrival and still 2 patients ahead of us. Hoping the medication takes the edge off until we’re seen. Until then, we continue to wait…

I had knee surgery. very good, nice man. I also got bad credit from his office and he double billed me and my insurance company and wouldn’t allow us back. I had proof but I didn’t want to burn bridges till I found out I couldn’t come back. I got a small receipt book receipt for $ 395. My private insurance paid the same amount. I drive to Beverly Hills now. Actually is better anyways. Thanks Unilocal for the opportunity to tell the truth about their office practices.

I just had knee surgery last week with doctor Goldman and I feel amazing! He is the best, I was scared about the surgery but he made me feel comfortable about everything and I’m healing fast!
The only bad thing I can say is bring a book or charge your phone, because he does have a long wait in his waiting room. From an hour to 2 hours sometimes and it’s always crowded. Try and find a babysitter… But that’s because he is the best!

Dr. Goldman is awesome! I’ve seen several dozen doctors and all of them are clueless but dr. Goldman diagnosed me within just a couple minutes. Dr. Goldman is very friendly and compassionate. He listened to me when all other doctors were saying I was full of s#!t. Thank you so much dr. Goldman and thank you to your staff in the physical therapy department specifically Jessica and Jenny who I mainly worked with. The rest of your staff were also very kind. I was very impressed with the professionalism and great customer service. I will continue to recommend you to anyone I meet or know.

I am totally satisfied with Dr Goldman. He is very caring and really listens to you. Staff is great. And yes there is always a wait, but after being I other places this is the best. There physical therapy dept. is also excellent. Highly recommend it…

Dr. Goldman is a very compassionate and caring doctor. I was told that I needed surgery for a frozen shoulder by Kaiser. They just evaluated me and wanted to dig in. When I got my second opinion from Dr. Goldman, he gave me an injection that allowed me to touch my back again. It has been 3 years that I couldn’t reach behind my back. WOW!!! Is all I can say. I thought I was going to have to quit softball forever, now there is HOPE. There is a little wait but where don’t you wait. All doctors offices usually experience a wait. I have complete confidence in Dr. Goldman as well as his P.A. Frantz. The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this doctor.

I’m so surprised reading these reviews due to my experience. My son Broke his arm last year and Dr. Goldman and his team were so fast and amazing to my son that was so scared! He fell off the monkey bars and broke his wrist and his elbow. I had gone to an E. R and they didn’t even see it was broke in his wrist! They even changed out my sons cast numerous times through out his 8 week treatment!.. I dealt with Andrew and another tech for the castings and was very very happy. They even catered to my lil 3 year old and gave her a ball :). Thank you Dr. Goldman In all our dealings with this office and my dealings have only been with a girl named Lindsey. She has given me my co pay breakdown (we all hate those!!) and my insurance benefits have taken care of the rest. Sorry guys. I love this place. Dr. Goldman’s wait may be long but super worth it!
(and I’m not the most patient person. lol)

Great, talented doctor! Terrible admin staff. I will never be back due to the way the admin staff treated me. Most of the dealings will be with the rude and abrasive admin staff, if you get Patty; you will be treated very rudely. If you disagree and voice your concern with the way you’re treated, then Patty will drop you from Dr Goldman’s care! Don’t waste your time here. They never stick to appointment times. Always running 2 – 3 hours behind schedule, then they reschedule your appointment after you’ve waited to get in. If you want a great doctor and don’t mind long delays, last minute cancellations and an office staff that will treat you like crap; then this is the place. It is NOT this place I will be spending my hard earned money. Parking is terrible and chairs are very uncomfortable.

Dr. Goldman has been treating me since 1999. He is by far the best doctor I have seen. He is an amazing surgeon and truly cares about you. I injured my shoulder at work and he treated me even when the adjustors would not approve the treatment he requested.
I read some of the reviews and was disappointed that people were complaining about the wait time. I would rather wait an hour and be seen by an excellent doctor then get in and out with no answers and mediocre care.
Dr. Goldman does not have an ego and he is very down to earth. I greatly appreciate is willingness to answer my questions and to always go over all the treatment options available. He is concerned about your overall health and not just the body part that is injured.
When my husband was in the hospital this past Christmas due to a stroke, we could not get any help and we have an HMO that is not the best. On Christmas Dr. Goldman was on the phone with the ER making sure we were being taken care of. In addition, he called the hospital and requested all his test results and went over them with us so we would not have to wait due to the holiday. He goes above and beyond for his patients.
In closing, I would have given him 100 stars if I could. My family compares all the other doctors we see to Dr. Goldman and unfortunately none of them come close. His office staff is amazing and very professional. Keep in my mind this is a very busy office, and yes sometimes they get behind. On the few times, I could not wait, I simply told them and they made arrangements for me to reschedule or to see his amazing PA Andrew.

I give this place five stars because Dr. Andrew is excellent with me and has been the last two years he has overseen my shoulder, arms and neck and approved for different things that have helped me; which I have improved slightly but overall he is a good doctor to come. To the associates on the other hand here little bit rude and uneasy to talk to. The receptionist is very friendly and that’s about it. Please have the staff work on there people skills. Us clients make the business without us. Slowly but surely another great ortho place will soon get clients from here due to lack of staff being polite. Just remember without us staff doesn’t get paid.

I made an appointment 3 weeks ago to see Dr. Goldman not the PA, that’s how long it took to get the appointment. I have now been waiting for over an hour and a half in the waiting room. When I asked how much longer it would be I was told she didn’t know but there was one other person ahead of us. She asked if I wanted to be switched to the PA’s schedule. Um, no.
It’s definitely like a factory in here, painful.