The Los Angeles Orthopaedic Center (LAOC) was founded by two orthopedic surgeons - Dr. Von Kilaghbian and Dr. Marc Samson. The practice was initially intended to serve the needs of the local community of downtown Los Angeles. It has since become the most prominent group in the area. With the additions of Dr. Tae Shin, Dr. Annette Billings and Dr. Jonathan Saluta, LAOC has become a referral center for complicated orthopedic conditions.
Our use of cutting-edge technology, such as computer assisted surgery (CAS) "navigation" for knee replacements, arthroscopic shoulder and knee reconstructions, minimally invasive spine surgery, minimally invasive surgery (MIS), and complex hand, wrist and elbow reconstructions has helped LAOC become a leading clinic in Los Angeles.
Our use of cutting-edge technology, such as computer assisted surgery (CAS) "navigation" for knee replacements, arthroscopic shoulder and knee reconstructions, minimally invasive spine surgery, minimally invasive surgery (MIS), and complex hand, wrist and elbow reconstructions has helped LAOC become a leading clinic in Los Angeles.
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Clark Postlewaite
Feb 04, 2022
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Franklin Rodriguez
Feb 04, 2022
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Jan T.
Oct 27, 2021
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I saw Dr. Marc Samson, MD, Orthopedist in April 2021. When he saw me he ordered an x-ray of my shoulder
without interviewing me as to why I came. The x-ray was done by a man at the PIH building. After the x-ray I waited for Dr. Simon in the examining room. He entered with two associates whom he said he was showing around. They didn't say anything. Dr. Simon asked me to raise my arms which I did, and then he offered me a choice: Cortisone shot or physical therapy.
I chose physical therapy. From the few words I said, and perhaps the x-ray, he wrote on his report that I had sticky
without interviewing me as to why I came. The x-ray was done by a man at the PIH building. After the x-ray I waited for Dr. Simon in the examining room. He entered with two associates whom he said he was showing around. They didn't say anything. Dr. Simon asked me to raise my arms which I did, and then he offered me a choice: Cortisone shot or physical therapy.
I chose physical therapy. From the few words I said, and perhaps the x-ray, he wrote on his report that I had sticky
Shannon M.
Oct 19, 2021
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Pros: Projects empathy and trustworthiness, seems to know his stuff
Cons: Appointments felt rushed (I know I'm a MediCal patient, but please take time to listen to me and answer my questions), REALLY bad advice
Dr. Samson diagnosed a complete tear of the ACL as I was mulling seasonal job offers involving constant bushwacking through very rugged terrain. He assured me that a torn ACL placed my meniscus at no greater risk of tear (with physical therapy and a brace) than an intact knee, so I accepted the job.
Not only did I later have to deal with my knee giving out at a boat-in/fly-in site
Cons: Appointments felt rushed (I know I'm a MediCal patient, but please take time to listen to me and answer my questions), REALLY bad advice
Dr. Samson diagnosed a complete tear of the ACL as I was mulling seasonal job offers involving constant bushwacking through very rugged terrain. He assured me that a torn ACL placed my meniscus at no greater risk of tear (with physical therapy and a brace) than an intact knee, so I accepted the job.
Not only did I later have to deal with my knee giving out at a boat-in/fly-in site
Sante L.
Dec 15, 2020
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Dr. Marc Samson is an expert when it comes to shoulders. He did a rotator cuff and other arthroscopic reconstruction on my shoulders. I wouldn't trust anyone else to do my procedure, however minor. He is truly a professional with a great attitude. He inspires confidence, and he enjoys working at Los Angeles Orthopaedics Center because of the incredibly welcoming and friendly staff and providers.
I had a sports related labrum (shoulder) tear and had been having chronic pain for over a year, and Dr. Samson did an arthroscopic repair. While seeing other doctors prior to Dr. Samson and doing
I had a sports related labrum (shoulder) tear and had been having chronic pain for over a year, and Dr. Samson did an arthroscopic repair. While seeing other doctors prior to Dr. Samson and doing
Alex Vasquez
Oct 27, 2020
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Paul G.
Apr 28, 2020
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You'll have to wait 30 minutes after your scheduled appointment. In addition, it's almost impossible to get assistance. I have been trying to get a hold of their authorization department for weeks. Called three times and no one picked up. Left three messages, no phone call back.
Very disappointed with the service. Also, been having leg pain and my sports medicine doctor would do strength test and actually touch my leg. Saw Dr. Samson multiple times and I had to ask please feel my quad I feel like there's something wrong with it. Basically I had to ask him to him to do his job
Very disappointed with the service. Also, been having leg pain and my sports medicine doctor would do strength test and actually touch my leg. Saw Dr. Samson multiple times and I had to ask please feel my quad I feel like there's something wrong with it. Basically I had to ask him to him to do his job
Gloria S.
Mar 17, 2020
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Dr Marc Samson is a VERY Patient & yet takes his time to gain my confidence to repair my Right Shoulder, I had thought was addressed the previous year...
I was in SHOCK & it sure took months for me to accept his Expert Advice!!
I know this was an answer from God to bring this Expert Double Certified Orthopedic Surgeon in my path to understand & wipe my head around yet another repair of my shoulder!!
He is definitely a Dr I would Refer my friends to. If you have confidence with your Physician then you WILL hear the Facts!!
Thank you Dr Samson!!
You & your team has restored my
I was in SHOCK & it sure took months for me to accept his Expert Advice!!
I know this was an answer from God to bring this Expert Double Certified Orthopedic Surgeon in my path to understand & wipe my head around yet another repair of my shoulder!!
He is definitely a Dr I would Refer my friends to. If you have confidence with your Physician then you WILL hear the Facts!!
Thank you Dr Samson!!
You & your team has restored my
Drew Dunnington
Oct 16, 2019
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The LA Orthopaedic Center referred me to get an MRI but never called me after to communicate the results. I made four unsuccessful attempts to have the staff relay my message to Dr. Samson during the four weeks following my MRI. When expressing my frustration the staff suggested scheduling an in-person appointment to review my MRI results...another three weeks later! Almost every time I call I'm placed on hold for endless periods.
If you're a potential patient seeking quality care and a positive patient experience from a staff that understands the hippocratic oath, then this probably isn't your
If you're a potential patient seeking quality care and a positive patient experience from a staff that understands the hippocratic oath, then this probably isn't your
Jonathan K.
Jun 08, 2019
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To start, wanted to preface that I am a sports medicine physician and I felt that Dr Samson and his staff provided amazing care.
He took the time to sit down and address questions. His staff bent over backwards to make things work with insurance and to accommodate me. He specifically made sure my pain was managed and his work on my shoulder labral repair is going fantastically.
I would definitely recommend him for your sports surgery needs and I plan to offer referrals from my practice if patients need to find a good surgeon downtown.
He took the time to sit down and address questions. His staff bent over backwards to make things work with insurance and to accommodate me. He specifically made sure my pain was managed and his work on my shoulder labral repair is going fantastically.
I would definitely recommend him for your sports surgery needs and I plan to offer referrals from my practice if patients need to find a good surgeon downtown.
Vanessa P.
Jan 25, 2019
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So much love and appreciation for Dr. Samson and his amazing staff!! Tore my knee acl last summer and was originally seeing another doctor in Beverly Hills but wanted a second opinion. When I met with Dr.Samson I had a lot of questions and hesitations because it was my second acl knee surgery and I knew how intense of a procedure and recovery it was. Dr.Samson answered ALL of my questions and made me feel so at ease about it all that I even got emotional. I have no direct family in Los Angeles so it was scary to go through it all alone but him and his staff have treated me like I was part of their
Hector F.
Aug 22, 2018
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Dr. Marc A. Samson,
I can't thank you enough. This man comes with my highest praises.
My case is pretty unique. I need crutches in order to walk around, have needed them my whole life. In addition to that, I live a pretty active lifestyle, I've been a committed gym goer for over 30 years, sometimes going twice a day.
Not surprisingly, when I realized I needed this surgery I was terrified.
A couple of months later, and it's healed so well, I'm as good as new.
There's no trace of having gone through surgery. I had a rotator cuff surgery. For obvious reasons I was limited
I can't thank you enough. This man comes with my highest praises.
My case is pretty unique. I need crutches in order to walk around, have needed them my whole life. In addition to that, I live a pretty active lifestyle, I've been a committed gym goer for over 30 years, sometimes going twice a day.
Not surprisingly, when I realized I needed this surgery I was terrified.
A couple of months later, and it's healed so well, I'm as good as new.
There's no trace of having gone through surgery. I had a rotator cuff surgery. For obvious reasons I was limited
Francis V.
May 06, 2018
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Come here and expect to wait. It is very frustrating to have to wait in the lobby 40 minutes after my appointment time then go into the room wait another 20 minutes for the Dr. Then he comes in and didn't review my MRI but was ready to give me a cortisone shot. I think not sir. How about you read my chart and go review my disc I brought you from the MRI location you sent me too. I did not like this Dr he really does not pay attention to his patients and does not thoroughly review the chart before he comes in the room to see you. Double and quadruple booking patients and having to wait to see
Laya Niakan
Jun 09, 2017
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All doctors at LA Orthopedic Center are excellent, I have had 2 back surgeries with Dr.Tae Shine and those were the best surgeries ever. I had a knee Laproscopy with Dr.Samson with very good result. Dr. Billings is an excellent hand specialist.
LA Orthopedic Center is a great place. Thank you doctors , nurses and Office Personnel.
LA Orthopedic Center is a great place. Thank you doctors , nurses and Office Personnel.
Marie H.
Apr 29, 2017
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It has now been over a year since the date of surgery with Marc Samson and I couldn't be more disappointed with the results. The pain centered in my knee area has only increased and gotten worse since the arthroscopic knee surgery I had with Marc Samson. I do not recommend having knee surgery done with this doctor.
Max V.
May 18, 2016
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An excellent, knowledgeable surgeon who takes great care of his patients. He did great work with my shoulder and it is feeling much better. I also had fun with his surgical team in the OR. Face to face meetings may be as short of long as you like. To get the most out of an appointment with Dr. Samson, make sure to ask questions. He will answer them clearly and concisely. It is very apparent he stays up to date on clinical research and the best treatment methods for his patients. Very friendly, understanding, and down-to-earth, especially for a surgeon. Highly recommend.
Stacy A.
Nov 19, 2015
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Great doctor, very upfront, understanding and empathetic. He thoroughly explains every little bit of what's going on with you and what your options are. I felt like he spent a lot of time with me and made sure that I was satisfied with the treatment plan we chose, as the last ortho doctor I saw was somewhat dismissive and didn't give me any real options.
It was a two week wait to get an appointment, but it was well worth it. Also, Dr. Samson has an awesome bedside manner, and is just a cool guy to have a conversation with. Very busy office it seems, but that's probably because the
It was a two week wait to get an appointment, but it was well worth it. Also, Dr. Samson has an awesome bedside manner, and is just a cool guy to have a conversation with. Very busy office it seems, but that's probably because the
Jason R.
Oct 16, 2015
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Dr. Samson is well-informed, presents the pros and cons of any procedure clearly and concisely, and gives you his honest opinion.
I had a torn ACL/meniscus and he performed my operation. It went great and should I need another operation in the future (knock on wood), I would gladly return to him.
His staff are friendly, conscientious, and well mannered. I have enjoyed my experience with Dr. Samson and will highly recommend him to anyone!
I had a torn ACL/meniscus and he performed my operation. It went great and should I need another operation in the future (knock on wood), I would gladly return to him.
His staff are friendly, conscientious, and well mannered. I have enjoyed my experience with Dr. Samson and will highly recommend him to anyone!
Birgitta M.
Aug 26, 2014
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Dr. Samson is an excellent, caring orthopedic surgeon who takes times with his patients. As a surgeon he is excellent in performing surgery, however, he is not quick to operate as he will authorize physical therapy first before surgery. Dr. Samson is a caring surgeon who always puts his patients first!!! His goal is to return you to your prior level of function no matter what it takes
Kim N.
Jul 27, 2014
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Michael F.
Feb 19, 2014
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As a college athlete, I suffered an ACL tear and subsequent meniscus surgery. Fast forward a couple of decades and I was back under the knife for another ACL repair. After complications arose from my most recent ailment, I decided to look for a different sports medicine Orthopaedic specialists. Thank god I found Dr Samson. Not only does he stay up to date with current clinical data and new technology/techniques, he is probably the coolest person I've met. He has a very simple way of explaining things and takes his time to listen and understand. He knows how to manage my fears and put
Penelope Jane B.
Oct 23, 2013
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I had the pleasure of Dr Samson's care after a rather painful meniscus tear. I was out of work for over 2 months. The only good thing about my misfortune was Dr Samson's care and a successful recovery. I was initially determined to not have surgery and he was respectful of my wishes. Long story short, I underwent surgery and returned to work as an orthopedic floor nurse within 4 weeks. I have been working 12 hour shifts (full-time) for almost a month without any pain. I really didn't feel any pain after surgery. Dr Samson is just a good person to the core. He is obviously very dedicated
Ken T.
Aug 14, 2013
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Was finally able to get to the doctor and find out what ails me.
Dr. Samson called my at 630pm and was probably the only person left in the office at that time. Explained my situation and the remedies I can take.
I can understand he is quite busy but as a patient in pain, waiting 6 days to get an answer can be quite difficult.
would i recommend ? probably. because he seem really good at what he does.
just hoped they can streamline the process so patients dont have to wait sooo long .
Dr. Samson called my at 630pm and was probably the only person left in the office at that time. Explained my situation and the remedies I can take.
I can understand he is quite busy but as a patient in pain, waiting 6 days to get an answer can be quite difficult.
would i recommend ? probably. because he seem really good at what he does.
just hoped they can streamline the process so patients dont have to wait sooo long .
