Eric S. Millstein, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon, Joints & Sports Medicine

Eric S. Millstein, MD, is an LA-based board-certified orthopedic surgeon.

About the doctor

TREATMENTS AND SERVICES

Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Repair Surgery
Total Shoulder Replacement Surgery
Shoulder Surgery
Total Knee Replacement Surgery
ACL Surgery
ACL Revision Surgery
Meniscus Surgery
Total Joint Replacements
Second Opinion
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Eric S. Millstein, MD, is an LA-based board-certified orthopedic surgeon who is a leading expert in advanced arthroscopic techniques for knee and shoulder surgery. He has vast experience treating sports injuries, including arthroscopic surgery and reconstruction of the knee and shoulder, as well as joint replacement surgery for arthritis of the shoulder and knee.

Dr. Millstein regularly uses his surgical skills to repair or reconstruct injured bones, joints, ligaments, and tendons. However, he believes in effective communication with his patients to allow for a full discussion of all treatment options before proceeding with surgery. In all cases, his ultimate goals are minimizing pain, maximizing function, and restoring lifestyle.

Languages: English, Spanish

Education and Boards


University of Pennsylvania

Medical School

University of Chicago Hospitals

Residency

Southern California Orthopedic Institute

Orthopedic Fellowship In Sports Medicine & Arthroscopy

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine

Arthroscopy Association of North America

Awards


Super Doctors

Southern California Super Doctor

Castle Connolly

Castle Connolly’s Top Doctor

2021 US News Top Doctor

2012 Patient’s Choice Award

2011 Patient’s Choice Award

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Testimonials

The patient perspective

Check out what Dr. Millstein’s patients have to say about their treatment experiences and results.

Excellent doctor; he solved a problem with my knee that I’d had for 6 months, in 5 minutes.
Rob September 2024
Totally wonderful experience top to bottom. The entire staff was excellent. And Dr. Millstein was exceptional in every way. What more could one ask for?
Frankie September 2024
Dr. Millstein is great. I’ve been to him several times…and have always found him extremely professional and knowledgeable, with a great bedside manner.
Eric September 2024
…Dr. Millstein has done two surgeries for me and people are blown away at my swift painless recovery. If you’re looking for the best this is your solution. A Godsend!
Art August 2024
I would highly recommend Dr. Millstein. His whole staff is extremely professional, and he has a great office with high-tech equipment to help with your recovery…
Stacey August 2024
…one of the few orthopedists I have been to who recommends non-invasive procedures before heading straight for surgery. He is honest, kind, so smart, and has so much integrity.
Rosemary August 2024

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