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Dr. Carleton Vangsness Jr, MD

Dr. Carleton Vangsness Jr, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Carleton Vangsness Jr, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Los Angeles, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA / SAINT PAUL CAMPUS in 1981. He is affiliated with medical facilities Keck Hospital of USC and Desert Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Keck Medicine of USC

1520 San Pablo St Ste 2000 Los Angeles, CA 90033

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Dr. Vangsness Jr' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vangsness Jr

3.3
16 ratings, 4 with a written review
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I was previously sent to Dr. Vangness for a QME. Once the report was signed and sent to insurance and myself, I realized he did not listen to anything I said. He lied on his report stating that I did not speak English (the only language I speak) and other information that was BLATENTLY incorrect based on my demographics and marital status. If you are a lawyer sending your client to a QME, do not send them here. He does not listen nor read the doctor's notes and lies on documentation.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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CA – Jan 15, 2019
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I have been Dr. Vangsness patient since 2013. He did arthroscopic surgery on my left knee and now is taking care of my right knee with meniscus tear. He is a premier orthopedic surgeon and professor, professional, friendly and compassionate. Dr. Vangsness takes time to listen to you and explain in details any question you might have. I highly recommend him. I love his book on Overcoming Arthritis. His staff is exceptional especially Fatima and Maribel.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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LJerka Miller in Lomita, CA – Nov 12, 2017
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Dr. Vangsness grants a patient an enormous amount of time during an appointment. He will answer questions or concerns thoroughly. He is conservative with treatment. He is innovative. I have returned to him after 10 plus years. He provides a patient the care they expect from a physician. I have the same confidence in Dr. Vangsness as I did years ago. Dr. Vangsness and his staff receive the 5 star rating from me.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 16, 2017
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Wonderful Dr. he is very caring and I really trust his expertise. He also saved my life when I had an internal hemorrhage after having a liver biopsy (nothing he had to do with) was able to see me as emergency appt. thinking it was a shoulder problem and he immediately diagnosed me and admitted me into the hospital. Additionally he did a partial knee replacement and gave me a new outlook in life. Thank you Dr! forever thankful trust you so much that he is even treating my son
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Brenda in Downey, CA – Jan 12, 2017
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Dr. Carleton Vangsness Jr, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Los Angeles, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA / SAINT PAUL CAMPUS in 1981. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Minnesota / Saint Paul Campus

    Medical School, 1981
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Keck Medicine of USC

USC Orthopedic Surgery Assocs1520 San Pablo St Ste 2000 Los Angeles, CA 90033
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(323) 442-5860
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