Dr. Yuri Falkinstein, MD
Orthopedic Surgery•Male
Accepting new patients
Orthopaedic Surgery Specialists
2625 W Alameda Ave Ste 116 Burbank, CA 91505Dr. Yuri Falkinstein, MD is a Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Burbank, CA and has over 19 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University Of California, Irvine, College Of Medicine medical school in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center and Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center. He is accepting new patients. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Falkinstein to book an appointment.
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I just listened to a voice recording I had made of a consultation with Dr. Falkinstein three years ago. I had been referred to him to determine if my pain was coming from my right hip or my twice-operated upon spine. This audio record of his intelligence, patience, expertise and resourcefulness reminded me that this was one of the very best health professional interactions of my 74 years! (It was my hip!)
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- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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Paula Franceschi – Jul 29, 2021
Dr. Falkinstein is the most caring orthopedic doctor, I’ve seen. He is knowledgeable, and took his time with me, during my appointment
I highly recommend him.
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Joey Bosco – Mar 29, 2021
Dr. Yuri Falkinstein saved me! I honestly don’t know how to describe the happiness & relief I am feeling right now after suffering for years from lower back pain (p.s I am 30 years old)
Since my teenage years, I suffered from sciatica. I had been under years of chiropractic care & physical therapy. It took one sneeze & I was unable to walk, sit, stand or lay for about 2-3 weeks.
When Dr. Falkinstein saw my MRI’s, he carefully & thoroughly explained the condition my spine was in & why surgery would be the only & appropriate solution. My L5-S1 was bone to bone with Grade 2 slippage & severe impingement of my L5 nerve root.
My spinal fusion took about 4.5 hours. It was done through an anterior & posterior approach.
I appreciate & trust Dr. Falkinsteins honesty & decision because he truly & genuinely cares for the well-being of his patients.Thank You Dr. Falkinstein for giving me my quality of life back! I am so appreciative of you & ONLY recommend YOU to anyone suffering spinal pain.
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- Appointment wasn't rushed
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Linda – Mar 20, 2020
This surgeon was my first of many for my spinal stenosis. He took the time to read my MRI and I even came back with my husband which he again explained what he would do for me. I liked the fact he would go in the front of neck as opposed to another doctor wanted back. He did not feel it necessary for me to have a plate on level 3 fusion so I was abit puzzled as to how the fusion would hold. After getting multiple opinions, I did however found an international surgeon who will perform my surgery
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- Appointment scheduling
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- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
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Sandra – Jun 16, 2018
I saw him a few years back for workers comp injury to his neck. Everything that Dr. Falkenstein said was accurate and the best part is he followed through. What he told us he also wrote in his report.
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- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
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Michael Frazier in Bakersfield – Nov 08, 2017
Dr. Falkinstein is a very talented surgeon, and also a very patient, kind person. He always took the time to answer my questions, and was very thorough in reviewing all of my test results and images with me. He made sure I felt calm and comfortable the day of surgery, and was great at reviewing my progress at my follow-up appointments. I highly recommend him to anyone experiencing back pain - he gave me my life back and I will forever be grateful!!
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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No results
Morgan H. in Los Angeles, CA – Oct 29, 2017
Do not use this doctor for a QME evaluation if you are on Worker's Comp. you are subject to benefit interruption and your primary treating physician removed from the MPN. this doctor spends very little time with you and apparently has no real interest in truly evaluating your overall health. You are treated like a number and not a human! This doctor caused me to loose all of my benefits after only seeing me twice by submitted a report to my insurance company that did not reflect my injuries.
Melodi in Lancaster, CA – Sep 29, 2017
I saw Dr Falkenstein with a 12mm bulge in my L4-L5 disc. He encouraged all non-surgical treatments first, and was NOT just 'eager to cut". Then those eventually failed to bring relief, he performed the surgery.
I was walking the same day, and over the next few months, felt better and better. I'm now seeing him about a c4-c5 fusion I may need to have. i'm confident I'm in good hands...
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- Staff friendliness
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- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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Eddie in Sylmar, CA – Aug 04, 2017
Monday will be my second procedure with Dr Falkenstein. It's a very serious L2-C1 replacement and fusion (jibber jabber)
Involving taking organs out to get to the spine.
I should be nervous. However, he replaced 2 discs, added spacers and screws in Nov without one complication and I'm in my mid 50's!
If he truly believes you need surgery to have a better quality of life, he will even go down to the insurance company himself and fight for the procedure!
This is a great Doctor!
See ya Monday!
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
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- Staff friendliness
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- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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Kathleen M in Burbank, CA – May 31, 2017
Dr. Falkinstein calmed all my fears. He immediately set up an MRI for a complete diagnosis, After non surgical treatment did nothing to help he scheduled surgery. My PPO insurance decided not to cover and the Monday surgery was put in jeopardy on Friday afternoon. Dr. Falkinstein called himself and insisted that the surgery be done ASAP. He was amazing! Thanks Doc... you're amazing!
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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Tisha York in North Hollywood, CA – Jun 06, 2016
Doctor Yuri Falkinstein is simply the best! He is extremely knowledgeable in his field. He is a very attentive, patient & caring doctor. He takes time to explain how the surgery will be done, he shows the steps by using a model of the spine, and he explains what to expect after the surgery.
Thank you, Dr. Falkinstein for giving me my life back.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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Mila K. in Woodland Hills, CA – May 17, 2016
Excellent brilliant surgeon-and fabulous bedside manner.
What went well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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dylaustful in Valencia, CA – May 01, 2016