New Santa Maria office location
210 S. Palisade Dr., Suite 201-A, Santa Maria, CA 93454
   Located in the Palisade Medical Building
MD's seeing patients in Santa Maria are Dr. Nathani, Dr. Wickman, Dr. Haggerty & Dr. Lomedico
 
The quickest way to schedule an appointment or ask us a question is to do so online on the homepage
 
 

Testimonials & Reviews

4.83/5
Alta Orthopaedics -  - Orthopaedic Surgery

Alta Orthopaedics

Orthopaedic Surgery, Pain Management & Sports Medicine Specialists located in Santa Barbara, Solvang, & Oxnard, CA

4.83/5 Star Rating
2554 total reviews

Alta Orthopaedics always appreciates feedback from our valued patients. To date, we’re thrilled to have collected 2554 reviews with an average rating of 4.83 out of 5 stars. Please read what others are saying about Alta Orthopaedics below, and as always, we would love to collect your feedback.

Brenda J.
1/5 Star Rating
Submitted 12/05/25
Not pleased. Here's my experience as a new pt. Was 2x passed off on a physician assistant instead of the doctor. I scheduled and paid to see a Dr not an asst and if that's the rule they should make it clear you don't get to see the Dr on your 1st appointment. The PA said I need an MRI before I can see the Dr. I get the MRI, schedule a telehealth with the Dr. On my appt day a PA calls an hour before appt and tries to give me the MRI results and HER opinion. No shade but I am paying to see a Dr and I am sure they bill my insurance at the Drs rate? So I nicely said no I want the Dr to give me my results and options. The Dr was almost an hour late calling for our telehealth appointment and not very apologetic. I guess my time isn't valuable? She then says she completely disagrees with the radiologist report on my MRI. In a slightly condescending way as if they don't know how to read those reports? Completely down plays what I'm experiencing then proceeds to tell me she only does surgery and since I don't need it gives me little to no options. Kind of acting like I'm not experiencing pain even though I told her in detail all the symptoms which do impact my life. I am currently on pain mgmt for fibromyalgia so doesn't that imply I am experiencing some sort of pain? I think she thought I was looking for meds. I had to make it a point that's not the case as I am already taking meds and don't want more. I am looking for other options. That's why I saw her and bothered with getting an MRI. So I had to push her for what my options were. Shots? Physical therapy? She just seemed disinterested and only wants to deal with surgical pts. If that's the case why didn't they refer me to the other doctor who does pain mgmt after reviewing the X-ray I took at my first appointment? I felt unheard and dismissed. Overall very disappointed and won't be back unless the non surgical doctor has more empathy.
Luis M.
5/5 Star Rating
Submitted 12/04/25
He is honest and accurate
John E.
5/5 Star Rating
Submitted 12/04/25
Excellent hip surgery with 100% recovery. Great team work between physicians, physical therapy and associated professional help. It was a long 12 month haul to get there but worth every exercise. I highly recommend this medical team!
Rosalinda S.
5/5 Star Rating
Submitted 12/03/25
Muy confiable y explica con detalle tus dudas
Karolyn H.
5/5 Star Rating
Submitted 11/26/25
I so appreciate Victoria‘s prompt call to Xochil To schedule an appointment with Dr. Kenley. Thank you What are you doing?
Filomeno M.
5/5 Star Rating
Submitted 11/25/25
Had a good experience
Mary G.
5/5 Star Rating
Submitted 11/25/25
Anne is great. Thorough and efficient. I appreciate her help.
Claudia W.
2/5 Star Rating
Submitted 11/24/25
Too rushed - no detailed After Visit Summary and order for bone scan was not sent
William H.
5/5 Star Rating
Submitted 11/21/25
Everyone is very happy and helpful
Valerie R.
5/5 Star Rating
Submitted 11/21/25
Dr. Birch left me with a very positive feeling that I will be taken care of in the best way.
Joseph N.
5/5 Star Rating
Submitted 11/21/25
PA Anne is outstanding-- thank you ma'am. I visited PA Anne for surgery preparations. Thank you ma'am for your kindness and professionalism
Beverly Q.
5/5 Star Rating
Submitted 11/20/25
Very knowledgeable and friendly friendly. Not sure rushed to to get out of the the e appointment tment.
Debra B.
3/5 Star Rating
Submitted 11/19/25
Although I believe the doctor was knowledgeable, I felt very rushed when I finally got to see him. I spent a total of about 5 minutes with him.
Phillip M.
5/5 Star Rating
Submitted 11/18/25
My experience there was very professional. All my questions were address.
Cody K.
5/5 Star Rating
Submitted 11/18/25
Punctual and offered thoughtful explanations.
Maria B.
5/5 Star Rating
Submitted 11/18/25
Exelent
Katherine R.
4/5 Star Rating
Submitted 11/18/25
The entire staff was professional, courteous, kind and extremely polite and respectful, as well as incredibly knowledgeable! I would recommend this office to anyone. The only downside is that the parking lot needs to be bigger! They are so many patients but the office functions like a well oiled machine!!
Danielle C.
5/5 Star Rating
Submitted 11/18/25
Always top notch service by Dr. Nathani. After 5yrs of being a patient of his (yes, I have multiple issues he has been addressing for me), I just can't rave enough about his bedside manner & consistent care. He is a RARE find in doctors these days & I feel extremely blessed
Keith B.
5/5 Star Rating
Submitted 11/14/25
ALL GOOD.
Argelia P.
3/5 Star Rating
Submitted 11/14/25
Helpful