The Hand and Wrist Institute is a beautiful new 4,400 sq ft, state of the art dedicated hand center. Services include onsite nerve conduction studies, Hand therapy and digital x-ray. Dr. David J. Slutsky is an internationally recognized, Board Certified Hand Surgeon and active Member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, who dedicates his practice to the surgical and medical management of acute and chronic injuries of the hand, wrist and forearm.
Dr. Slutsky's emphasis is on the education of his patients which is aided by his extensive 25 year experience in the field as well as numerous publications and over 100 international lectures.This is an exciting time in the field of Hand surgery and we look forward to serving you. Thumb motion occurs at the trapeziometacarpal joint.
Dr. Slutsky's emphasis is on the education of his patients which is aided by his extensive 25 year experience in the field as well as numerous publications and over 100 international lectures.This is an exciting time in the field of Hand surgery and we look forward to serving you. Thumb motion occurs at the trapeziometacarpal joint.
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Brian B.
Nov 10, 2021
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He's horrible. Dr. Slutsky is dismissive, disrespectful, and unkind. I have now seen him twice for two different injuries and if I had know it was going to be him this second time I would have told the people who scheduled it to find someone else. I will NEVER go back to see him and my insurance better figure out a better option quick!
Diana R.
Feb 26, 2021
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I normally do not leave Yelp reviews but my experience at Dr. Slutsky's office was such a great one that I had to share and encourage everyone that is looking for a good Dr. to go there! I am extremely apprehensive when visiting any type of Dr's office so I really appreciated the front office staff for being so welcoming and understanding! The front office manager Ana was so professional and took the time to explain how my insurance works and was very patient with all of my questions! Inside Dr. Slutsky and his assistant Andrew got down to business and were quick and efficient!! Over
S. S.
Feb 04, 2021
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I would definitely recommend this doctor to all my friends and family my husband had wrist surgery with Dr. Slutsky and all I can say is wow his treatment of my husband went above and beyond his staff is amazing and very helpful Ana especially really helped us when we were having an issue with our insurance!
Kevin M.
Feb 04, 2021
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It has nothing to do with the Dr. Slutsky but more to do with the Office manager Ana. She is extremely rude and condescending. My husband requested to speak to the doctor to provide feedback being that we both are patients of the doctor and we have spent thousands of dollars with the surgeries he has performed on us and according to Ana, he said no he would not speak to us. Which is his right.
I spoke to Ana today 2/2/2021 about her actions & she got Defensive. Mind you my tone was at 2 meaning I was very polite. I even asked her that if she cared to listen to the feedback a patient can provide
I spoke to Ana today 2/2/2021 about her actions & she got Defensive. Mind you my tone was at 2 meaning I was very polite. I even asked her that if she cared to listen to the feedback a patient can provide
Monica S.
Nov 24, 2020
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This is not about the doctor but about his front office staff.
I have never in my entire life dealt with such rude, inconsiderate, and condescending people. I called trying to make an appointment for my daughter who is a returning patient. His office staff, namely, Ana, supposedly the manager, could not find my file and refused to schedule an appointment.
Unfortunately, due to this incident and numerous attempts at scheduling an appointment, I am left with no other option but to report the entire practice to the Office for Civil Rights at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services because
I have never in my entire life dealt with such rude, inconsiderate, and condescending people. I called trying to make an appointment for my daughter who is a returning patient. His office staff, namely, Ana, supposedly the manager, could not find my file and refused to schedule an appointment.
Unfortunately, due to this incident and numerous attempts at scheduling an appointment, I am left with no other option but to report the entire practice to the Office for Civil Rights at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services because
Esth P.
Nov 17, 2020
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He was 40 min late. It didn't bother me a lot; even my fav OBGYN doctor is late due to previous patient. But what bothered me was his lack of compassion and worst chair(bed)side manner. He stood up from his chair and went outside in the middle of history taking. I had to realize he was done. I heard what my diagnosis was and what I should do for my pain "when I asked him" after he handed the medical documents to the nurse on the check out counter. What he said was "just reduce what makes you hurt."
Are you serious? My husband with no medical background can say better
Are you serious? My husband with no medical background can say better
Joy K.
Nov 13, 2019
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Best hand doctor ever! I went to Dr. Lim first at Torrance Memorial and he did my surgery however he did not have the best bed side manner. Dr. Slutsky is very straight forward and gives you the extreme truth to kick you in the butt to get your hand back in shape. If you are looking for an OT that's certified in hand therapy I would go to Holly there! She is amazing because I went to a regular OT person for my hand and it didn't go well. Holly saw me for two months and fixed what the OT therapist couldn't do. She has pushed my soft tissue along that I can put my hand in a fist now
Donna P.
Jul 26, 2019
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Wonderful doctor, I wish I still had Blue Cross so I could go back to him. Took care of my problem without hesitation. Highly recommendable. If only he took LA Care Applecare. I've lost so many wonderful Doctors because of losing medical due to D.V., having to go on Medi-Cal because I can't work due to my disability. Take full advantage of becoming a patient of a wonderful Doctor like Dr.David Slutsky if you have insurance His practice accepts.
Good luck
Good luck
Mg
Jul 24, 2019
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I took my husband here due to it being close to our house and recommended by our insurance. Staff is friendly and try to get you in and out. However, he is impetuous and at the end of the day you can tell he just wants a pay out. Our first experience should have been a red flag. He used our age to judge and conduct his fractured finger as if it was nothing. I understand you seen worst cases but the sympathy was not there. He carelessly cut his hand while taking off the cast although the assistant mentioned it was hard to get a cut. It's very disappointing that a doctor in such field would
Karen A.
Jun 24, 2019
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Very dry personality, I was not to fond of him. Unfortunately I was sent here because my workman's comp insurance sent me here. I was trying to explain my symptoms, but he kept cutting me off. I don't think he took the time to understand me or what I was feeling very robotic. I had a bad first impression.
His staff was very accommodating and very sweet, too bad Dr. Slutsky is the total opposite. I would not recommend him. Go somewhere else
His staff was very accommodating and very sweet, too bad Dr. Slutsky is the total opposite. I would not recommend him. Go somewhere else
Kaitlyn P.
Apr 24, 2019
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Anthony P.
Nov 29, 2018
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Je Don D.
Aug 18, 2017
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I researched many doctors for my son who was dx with ulnar variance and extreme wrist pain. I read the reviews and wasn't turned off by the idea of my son seeing Dr. Slutsky. Im a nurse myself and I must say everyones bedside manner is very different, but what is most important to me is the proper tx for the dx that promotes wellness to the fullest extent.
Dr. Slutsky held dialogue with my son, asking multiple questions and performed a series of wrist test to see how much pain he can tolerate at different degrees of flexion.
My son did well and if at times he railed off the question Dr
Dr. Slutsky held dialogue with my son, asking multiple questions and performed a series of wrist test to see how much pain he can tolerate at different degrees of flexion.
My son did well and if at times he railed off the question Dr
Randee A.
Oct 27, 2016
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1. I was referred by one of my patients and she warned me Dr. Slutsky was not a talker, dry personality, BUT is an excellent surgeon and great at what he does. She has seen his work in the operating room and said he is a perfectionist.
I felt I was prepared.
2. I was able to print my new patient forms off the website and save time.
3. They have plenty of magazines in the waiting room.
4. His staff are very nice.
5. Dr. Slutsky was very nice. There was no chit chat or small talk. It was directly hand and wrist business. He did a great exam, took x-rays, listened to my concerns and keep it simple
I felt I was prepared.
2. I was able to print my new patient forms off the website and save time.
3. They have plenty of magazines in the waiting room.
4. His staff are very nice.
5. Dr. Slutsky was very nice. There was no chit chat or small talk. It was directly hand and wrist business. He did a great exam, took x-rays, listened to my concerns and keep it simple
BetoR R.
Aug 07, 2016
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J. B.
Jun 20, 2016
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AVOID. Dr. Slutsky is greedy, angry and negative.
I was referred to Dr. Slutsky by another doctor who was unable to follow up with me due to logistical issues. From the very beginning, Dr. Slutsky was unpleasant and incredibly grouchy - making it clear to me that he didn't like seeing me because he was not making any money on me since he had not performed my surgery. (He mentioned that his office renovation had cost a fortune - as if I cared about his narcissistic need to have a building with his name on it.) He was extremely negative about my operation (which he had no experience with and
I was referred to Dr. Slutsky by another doctor who was unable to follow up with me due to logistical issues. From the very beginning, Dr. Slutsky was unpleasant and incredibly grouchy - making it clear to me that he didn't like seeing me because he was not making any money on me since he had not performed my surgery. (He mentioned that his office renovation had cost a fortune - as if I cared about his narcissistic need to have a building with his name on it.) He was extremely negative about my operation (which he had no experience with and
Grace G.
Mar 04, 2016
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I have been having tendinitis for a year. I went to a doctor in Torrance but he was terrible. He gave me painful injections twice without guiding with ultrasound. I even went to a chiropractor and physiotherapist with ultrasound. And nothing helped.
So I got a great idea to look for a good hand Doctor. I took a hand therapy CE class to meet hand therapists for recommendations. One of hand therapists highly recommended this doctor.
He was the only Doctor who took time to evaluate my hand and wrist. He measured ROM using a goniometer. He knows what he is doing.
After the examination of my
So I got a great idea to look for a good hand Doctor. I took a hand therapy CE class to meet hand therapists for recommendations. One of hand therapists highly recommended this doctor.
He was the only Doctor who took time to evaluate my hand and wrist. He measured ROM using a goniometer. He knows what he is doing.
After the examination of my
Shawna O.
Aug 25, 2015
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This is the first time I'm writing a review in yelp but I felt I had to do it. Don't go to this doctor if you want a caring doctor who is not money hungry! He only cares for maximizing getting money from you or insurance and your well bring is secondary. He does unnecessary X-rays to charge you and there is no follow up. Avoid this doctor!
Ron T.
Aug 20, 2015
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May 27, 2014
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