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Dr. Erik Stark, MD

Dr. Erik Stark, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Erik Stark, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Oceanside, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK / HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SYRACUSE in 2001. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido and Scripps Green Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 46 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (46 reviews)

Practice

3905 Waring Rd Oceanside, CA 92056
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Dr. Stark's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Stark

4.6
46 ratings, 15 with a written review
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Wonderful Doctor-thorough and caring!
No better orthopedic surgeon for me and my Family. Wonderful Doctor with great bedside manner who prioritizes what is best for the patient. I had a referral for my left shoulder, but injured my right shoulder just prior to the appt, not enough time to get a referral, but he treated both. Can't say enough good things about Dr. Stark and his great front office staff and scribe!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 21, 2023
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My total knee replacement surgery and follow up care with Dr. Stark, his PA Renee, & medical assistant Sulee (spelling ?) were phenomenal! I can now lead the life I’ve always dreamed of, instead of the alternative of constant pain & lack of movement. Thank you from the bottom of my heart Dr. Stark.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Laura Balmer – Oct 16, 2021
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Very busy office and felt rushed but am glad I had Dr Stark perform my surgery. He is excellent and I am pleased with my results. I definitely recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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J Schmidt – Aug 09, 2019
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Erik is the best surgeon I am my family have ever worked with. He is a perfectionist AND will fight for the best care for you! Glad he's in our corner!
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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Dec 17, 2018
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Dr Stark is an amazing surgeon and all of my surgeries with him have been beyond successful. Dr Stark has completely rebuilt my right shoulder and also done a partial replacement of my left knee. Both times I have been able to return to my normal activities/life. All of it. Most recently i saw him for what i thought was a problem with my left shoulder. Dr Stark was able to see beyond what i was telling him and had them take xrays and MRI of my neck as well. Turns out i had to have 4 vertebrae fu
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Darin Taylor in Oceanside, CA – Dec 14, 2018
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A young and extremely talented surgeon in pursuit of the best outcome possible for his patients. He welcomes the difficult cases and delivers excellent results.
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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Greggory Park in Vista, CA – Dec 12, 2018
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I left a more detailed review on Yelp and Vitals if you'd like to read more specifics about my situation. In short, I highly recommend Dr Stark. He diagnosed, discussed options, and eventually fixed my torn labrum in my shoulder. 10 months later, Im back to my pre-injury self. I highly recommend him
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
1 other person found this helpful
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George Richards in Encinitas, CA – Nov 25, 2018
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Dr. Stark is an extremely knowledgeable doctor and a skillful surgeon, and I would highly recommend him to anyone facing orthopedic surgery. He is thorough and thoughtful in his approach to treatment, and sets high expectations for recovery. My procedure (MCL/PCL replacement) was intensive, but went great and I am feeling strong and stable. Range of motion is increasing, and the outcome is positive. I appreciate Dr. Stark's confidence, positive attitude, and encouragement along the way.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Oceanside, CA – Jul 02, 2017
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Dr. Stark is my surgeon for my ACL reconstruction. From day 1 he was very informative, professional, and knowledgeable about my issue. Throughout pre op and post op he would answer all my questions and would explain everything that he and his staff were doing or were going to do. My physical therapist who has never met Dr. Stark said he could tell he is an excellent surgeon. My knee has range of motion and extension and pain level of week 6, but I am actually only 3 weeks post surgery
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
1 other person found this helpful
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JW – May 25, 2017
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I had stem/cell therapy on both knees and my Achilles tendon. Dr. Stark did an excellent job and the results were amazing. Five weeks after the procedure I am pain free and have resumed all normal activities. Fantastic!
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
2 others found this helpful
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Jim in Oceanside, CA – May 22, 2017
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rot. cuff surgery resulting in ongoing problem with right bicep muscle, pain when lifting med. weight items.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
4 others found this helpful
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robert gilbert in Carlsbad, CA – Apr 01, 2017
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Dr Stark is an energetic doctor that takes pride in performing surgery at an incredible machine like speed on a factory conveyor. If your surgery has complications he assumes he did his job and physical therapy will fix it. I had painful complications and he didn't dig to solve. I was sent to a pain Dr to mask the pain. Another Dr identified that I was bleeding internally for 8 months. I had three solid stints surgically inserted to stop bleeding. I suffered 8 months as he was too busy to care
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
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
11 others found this helpful
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John Crowle in Fallbrook CA – Feb 25, 2017
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Dr Stark is awesome! Listens, takes his time explaining options and is very gentle. I am 51yo athlete and Dr Stark keeps me moving year after year. I have an old bone on bone artritic knee and hes done a clean up/orthoscooic surgery, cortizone, PRP and gel. Ive rev6ered all my friends and they love him too!
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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Robbie Schulz in Carlsbad, CA – Dec 27, 2016
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I heard about Dr. Stark from two happy customers. Went for my first visit and he was very thorough and gave me options on what I could do. I opted for the PRP. I was very nervous as I heard it was super painful through a few people and a doctor. Staff was great. Dr. Stark came in and was funny and at ease and explained the procedure would take 30 seconds. It truly didn't even hurt much and it was fast. It was so quick and he was absolutely AMAZING! I would recommend Dr. Stark in a heartbeat!
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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amy in Vista, CA – Nov 17, 2016
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Had a PRP injection to my shoulder. Took the time to go over MRI. Was a very easy procedure for me. Great care
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
1 other person found this helpful
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San Marcos, CA – Mar 31, 2016
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Dr. Erik Stark, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Oceanside, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK / HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SYRACUSE in 2001. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

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  • State University Of New York / Health Science Center At Syracuse

    Medical School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
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Orthopedic Surgery
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