Long Beach Lakewood Orthopedic Institute has been dedicated to serving the Long Beach, Lakewood and surrounding communities for over four decades. Our practice has been recognized as a reliable center for evaluations, medical and surgical treatment of musculoskeletal disorders, as well as a place to obtain an expert second opinion.
Our orthopedic doctors will guide you through the right treatment for you. Dr Wassef is an incredibly skilled surgeon who treats his patients like good friends. In less than 5 weeks after my hip replacement, I was back on the dance floor. My physical therapist was so impressed with my recovery that he released me after 12 sessions of therapy.
Our orthopedic doctors will guide you through the right treatment for you. Dr Wassef is an incredibly skilled surgeon who treats his patients like good friends. In less than 5 weeks after my hip replacement, I was back on the dance floor. My physical therapist was so impressed with my recovery that he released me after 12 sessions of therapy.
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In 1977 Dr. Ezzat Wassef was one of the original founders of the "Lakewood Orthopaedic Medical Group." In 1988 the name of the group was changed to "Lakewood Orthopaedic, Surgical, and Medical Group." Over the years our main office was located in Lakewood, with satellite offices in Long Beach, Downey, and Los Alamitos.
Christopher Combs, MD, obtained his undergraduate degree at Wabash College, where he graduated summa cum laude. He attended medical school at Washington University in St. Louis, graduating with honors. He completed his internship and orthopaedic surgical residency at Harbor-UCLA medical center, serving as chief resident.
Andrew J. Wassef, M.D. is a fellowship trained and board certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in joint replacement and the treatment of arthritic conditions affecting the hip, knee and shoulder. Dr. Wassef is a native of Southern California, raised in Long Beach where he currently practices.
Dr. Payam Farjoodi is a fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopaedic spine surgeon who provides consultation and treatment for patients with both common and complex spinal disorders and deformities. He provides his patients with the latest knowledge in minimally invasive techniques to maximize patient recovery and function while reducing post-operative pain.
Richard Ahn, M.D. is an orthopaedic surgeon with subspecialty fellowship training in hand, wrist, and elbow surgeries. He is a dedicated physician who is committed to provide the highest level of care to improve treatment outcomes of all of his patients.
His approach maximizes the use of non-operative treatments as a means to help patients avoid surgery; however, he will perform surgery when necessary to provide patients with the best treatment for their injury or ailment.Dr. Ahn graduated from the University of California, San Diego with double majors in Biochemistry and Economics.
His approach maximizes the use of non-operative treatments as a means to help patients avoid surgery; however, he will perform surgery when necessary to provide patients with the best treatment for their injury or ailment.Dr. Ahn graduated from the University of California, San Diego with double majors in Biochemistry and Economics.
Reviews (5)
Kyle
Sep 20, 2021
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I'm not sure why there are bad reviews for this physical therapy location. I tore my ACL and meniscus and the care and service I received from the staff was great. I went there for 36 appointments over about a year or so with my surgery being after the first 12. Everyone was very nice there. Nancy, Khang, Damian, Valeria, and Arianna (Sorry if I misspelled any of your names) are all pleasant people. You may have to let Damian know if you are extra sore one week because he does work you out lol. I would definitely recommend them because I trust them and have bad experiences at a couple other places
Elizabeth -Lisa- Elias
Jul 22, 2021
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I was seen on Tuesday July 13, 2021. The experience I received did not meet my expectations. I initially was pleased to get an appointment within a few days. Thank you, however I felt I was treated unfair. My referral states a 45 min assessment and was in and out of the office within 20 mins. This included the time I spent registering and waiting to be called back. I have been experiencing pain for months. The “therapist” asked a few questions had me walk and then turned me over to an assistant that gave me exercises to do. I was dismissed and told that I should be seen twice a week. I would
Brenda Vazquez
Feb 27, 2021
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My mother had to start going here for some shoulder pain. I decided to go with her because I didn't want her to be ignored by a new doctor. She saw Dr Christopher Combs who was truly amazing! He is kind and listens and shows a respect for the patient's wishes and knowledge of what they are experiencing in their own body! I hope this review leads more people there because those kinds of doctors are hard to find.
Jill Lange
Dec 16, 2020
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I have been a patient here for approximately one month. I have been treated by everyone, including the front office staff with nothing bur friendliness and mutual respect. I'm getting a bit stronger and hoping to dodge another surgery, because if I'm stronger, maybe the pain shall abait a bit.
I think if anyone stopped and asked the staff how their day was, and treated them nice, you'd be surprised how nice they are. Thank you.
I think if anyone stopped and asked the staff how their day was, and treated them nice, you'd be surprised how nice they are. Thank you.
Glenn Jones
Nov 20, 2020
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