
San Clemente, CA: Orthopaedic Surgeons
Orthopedics • San Clemente, CA
Ratings by platform
- South Orange County Orthopaedics (San Clemente): 4.7/5 (44 total reviews)
- South Orange County Orthopaedics (San Clemente office page): 4.71/5 (45 reviews)
- Dr. Nicholas D. Stekas (Vitals): 5.0/5 (1 review)
- Dr. Nicholas Stekas (WebMD): 5.0/5 (4 ratings / 4 reviews)
What patients say
Patients praise
- Surgeons described as kind, compassionate, and skilled (e.g., Dr. Stekas; Dr. Franklin/Dr. Gialamas)
- Clear communication and thorough explanations of conditions and treatment plan
- On-site imaging and organized staff mentioned in Yelp review
- Patients report good surgical outcomes and support through recovery
Common complaints
- Billing and billing-office issues (e.g., 'billing department is a train wreck', slow/no help, no records)
- Reception/front-desk problems such as rudeness, long waits, and appointment cancellations without notice
- Overall clinic experience criticized even when doctors are praised (suggests service/admin friction)
In patients' words
"“He is kind, explains what is happening in your body, and is compassionate… His knowledge of how to treat my broken elbow was spot on.”"
— Vitals – Dr. Nicholas D. Stekas profile"“Billing office is absolutely horrible! Worst experience ever with any medical office. Will not be coming back!”"
— South Orange County Orthopaedics – Testimonials & Reviews"“Doctors are great… reception staff is rude… made me wait for half an hour… Billing/benefit department… it’s ridiculous…”"
— LocalityBiz – Seaview Orthopaedic Medical Group reviews"“Dr. Franklin regarding an auto accident. He is fantastic and so is his staff. They’re organized and they have x-rays right there on premises…”"
— Yelp – Sea View Orthopedic Medical (San Clemente)More clinics in San Clemente
Our Providers | Orthopaedic Surgeons San Clemente CA
Patients praise: Highly skilled and professional surgeons/doctors · Successful surgical outcomes and effective treatment for injuries.
Hoag Health Center San Clemente
Patients praise: Facility is modern, clean, and beautifully designed · Professional and caring medical staff and providers.
Mission Heritage Primary Care - San Clemente - Providence
Patients praise: attentive and thorough physicians · outstanding Physician Assistant care.
HOME | SCUC
Patients praise: Physician-led care where every patient is seen by a doctor · Friendly, attentive, and professional staff.
Mission Heritage Medical Group Viejo - Rheumatology
Patients praise: High satisfaction with physician knowledge and expertise · Patients report feeling heard and supported by specific rheumatologists.
San Clemente - Family and Internal Medicine
Patients praise: attentive and compassionate care · thorough explanations and medical assessments.
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