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Dr. Michael Shapiro, MD

Dr. Michael Shapiro, MD

Orthopedic Trauma Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Shapiro, MD is an orthopedic trauma surgeon in Encino, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Case Western Reserve University in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sherman Oaks Hospital and Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.4 Star Rating
Based on 30 reviews 2.4 Star Rating (30 reviews)

Practice

17609 Ventura Blvd Ste 304 Encino, CA 91316
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(818) 788-5533

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Shapiro is affiliated with Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center Tarzana, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
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Dr. Shapiro's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shapiro

2.4

30 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 Star
30%
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4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
7%
7%
1 Star
60%
60%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Apr 18, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
Helpful
DO NOT LET THIS MAN TOUCH YOU !!! – Feb 20, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
Helpful
Aug 11, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Nancy – Jul 28, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Arash – Aug 10, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 12, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
RAYMOND in CALIFORNIA – Mar 24, 2018
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What went well
No results
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
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tarzana, CA – Jul 18, 2017
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Las Vegas, NV – Apr 28, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
26 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sarah in Santa Clarita, CA – Dec 17, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. Michael Shapiro, MD is an orthopedic trauma surgeon in Encino, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Case Western Reserve University in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sherman...read more

  • Orthopedic Trauma Surgery

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  • Case Western Reserve University

    Medical School, 1979
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  • International Congress for Joint Reconstruction, Member

  • English

  • Arabic

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Locations

Practice

Michael R. Shapiro M.D. Inc.17609 Ventura Blvd Ste 304 Encino, CA 91316
1

Practice

Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical18321 Clark St Tarzana, CA 91356
2

Practice

Office23823 Valencia Blvd Ste 230A Valencia, CA 91355
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center

    18321 Clark St
    Tarzana, CA 91356
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    78%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • Sherman Oaks Hospital

    4929 Van Nuys Blvd
    Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    71%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    13% lower than the national average

    68%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mission Community Hospital

    14850 Roscoe Blvd
    Panorama City, CA 91402
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    75%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    9% lower than the national average

    66%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    9% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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