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Dr. Bert Mandelbaum, MD

Dr. Bert Mandelbaum, MD

Family Sports Medicine*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Bert Mandelbaum, MD is a sports family medicine physician in Santa Monica, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from The Johns Hopkins University in 1977. He is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 170 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (170 reviews)

Cedars-Sinai Kerlan-Jobe Institute - Santa Monica

2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 400 Santa Monica, CA 90404
Telehealth available

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4.6
170 ratings, 133 with a written review
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Painless knee surgery
Dr. Mandelbaum was great, understood my needs and concerns, explained the benefits and potential downsides and helped me get in as soon as possible. My recovery is going great so far and I am extremely happy with how it all has gone.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Mar 26, 2025
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The best -ACL
I tore my ACL and had to have reconstruction surgery. Not only is Dr. Mandelbaum one of the best doctors in LA, he also has a great bedside manner. He is thorough; he made sure I understood all of the steps along the way and guided me on a very successful rehab journey. I highly recommend .
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Sara – Mar 08, 2025
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Excellent surgeon
Dr. Mandelbaum is a highly skilled surgeon who only recommends surgery when necessary. During visit, he offers various treatment options and brings extensive experience to his practice.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Ashen – Mar 04, 2025
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The only way this would have been a positive experience is if I already had a medical degree and already knew the protocol for what to do with my type of injury. As I type this, I have a torn meniscus and I was not told activities to avoid, which are safe, what to expect... Can I go to work, can I drive (I haven't been able to) Very frustrating. The doctor did his part in showing me the tear on the scan and took the time to use anatomical models to explain: GREAT. But someone (not necessarily him), should have explained what I'm supposed to do about it and what to expect. I had to ask- should I use Ice? Should I wear a brace? And.. NO one mentioned medication at all. Is that because the shot negates the need for Ibuprofen or other meds? If so, they should have told me because I'm still taking meloxicam as prescribed by my GP. Medical staff were nice, but rushed and not thorough and I picked up on a slight degree of condescension- I had to ask questions about things they should hav...
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
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Feb 14, 2025
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Excellent care giver
Dr Mandelbaum has been caring for my knees for several years. I appreciate that he takes the time to actually listen to your concerns and explain the different options for treatment and work with you to find the best course of action for your needs. He is the first surgeon that has actively pushed for the least invasive course of action and work towards what works for you as an individual. He staff is all extremely pleasant and helpful and the doctors he has working with him are all top notch.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Feb 13, 2025
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Great Help
Talked me through what was happening to my knee in terms I understand and was didn't make me wait.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jan 28, 2025
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The provider himself was great and validated my concerns. He discussed that additional follow up was needed and reassured me that more clarity would be provided once further testing was done.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 24, 2025
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Dr. Mandelbaum was awesome!!!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 18, 2025
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Excellent
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 27, 2024
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Barely looked at me, did not explain my injury or take seriously some questions I had
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
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Nov 06, 2024
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Dr. Mandelbaum was very kind in explaining the proceeder that he was doing on my knee
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 05, 2024
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Excellent experience
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 25, 2024
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Dr. Mandelbaum and his team are great!
Pre and post-op follow-up and answering questions.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Nicole R – Oct 18, 2024
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Highly Recommend
Dr. Mandelbaum is amazing. I enjoyed the way he spoke to me and explained things. I trusted him and felt so at ease knowing I was in very capable hands. He understood where I was coming from and the office and support were all amazing. Every step has been a positive experience. The surgery and support after all of it.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Oct 11, 2024
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Could have given more guidance for the healing period leading up to PT-/ how much should I walk? How long with brace?
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 11, 2024
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The way he talks to you, not as you're a health care person, and not as an idiot, he talks to you like he wants you to truly understand what he is going to do in your procedure and your diagnosis, and that is very much appreciated.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Chris Poplion – Sep 11, 2024
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I think as many as six of my Sunday soccer team mates have been to this facility on my recommendation.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 11, 2024
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They didn't draw blood very well. A lot of bruising. Dr. Mandelbaum was wonderful. He did a GREAT job.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 04, 2024
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He's a great surgeon who takes his patients needs into consideration.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 15, 2024
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Best and Most Respected Knee Surgeon
Dr. Bert Mandelbaum is well known and recognized for his outstanding technological surgeries. I injured my knee playing soccer hard-core. I am very passionate and play rough so I detached my anterior cruiciate ligament completely. I bruised my tibia across and my femur. Broke 4 different cartilage areas but Dr. Mandelbaum performed a cutting edge surgery with biodegradable screws. On the day of surgery, he recommended specific exercises, 2 weeks after the surgery I can pretty much walk, bend and extend my knee. He is very personable, kind, professional and friendly. He addressed all of my concerns each time we met. His team is the best I’ve experienced. I definitely trust him, respect him and admire his amazing work. I would not let anyone else but him. I recommend him 100%
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Michi Lunde – Jul 30, 2024
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Academically, Dr. Mandelbaum is well published including multiple journal articles (90) and five books. He has received five national awards for Excellence in Research in the Field of Sports Medicine. Since 1995 he has been on the editorial...read more
  • Family Sports Medicine

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  • Ucla Division Orth Surgery Sprts Me

    Fellowship Hospital, 1986
  • The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1981
  • Washington University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1980
  • The Johns Hopkins University

    Medical School, 1977
  • State University Of New York At Cortland

    Undergraduate School, 1975
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
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Cedars-Sinai Kerlan-Jobe Institute - Santa Monica

Cedars-Sinai Kerlan-Jobe Institute - Santa Monica2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 400 Santa Monica, CA 90404
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