Colin L Eakin, MD

Surgical Specialist, Orthopaedic Surgeon
18 years of experience

Accepting new patients

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795 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 321-4121

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Overall Rating:
3.0
  • Currently 3 of 4 stars
Total Ratings

23

Total Reviews

16

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Ease of Appointment:
  • Currently 3.5 of 4 stars
Promptness:
  • Currently 3.3333333333333 of 4 stars
Courteous Staff:
  • Currently 3.4166666666667 of 4 stars
Accurate Diagnosis:
  • Currently 3.4545454545455 of 4 stars
Bedside Manner:
  • Currently 3.25 of 4 stars
Spends Time with Me:
  • Currently 3.3333333333333 of 4 stars
Follows Up After Visit:
  • Currently 3.5 of 4 stars
Average Wait: 15 minutes
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  • Currently 1 of 4 stars
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by Mj J. on Dec 14th, 2011 on yelp.com

His bedside manner leaves a lot to be desired. He saw me after a medical procedure that required sedatives and told me I needed a shot. I told him I didn`t want it, but he gave it to me anyway. I

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by Paula S. on Aug 23rd, 2011 on yelp.com

Dr. Eakin was fine at first, explaining, trying non-surgical treatments. Nothing worked so we began discussing surgery. He ordered xray and MRI. The MRI did not come out. Eakin said he could do the

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  • Currently 4 of 4 stars
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by Gene G. on Aug 14th, 2011 on yelp.com

I had my knee surgery back in 2001 and Dr Eakin knows his stuff!! He explained everything in terms that I totally understood and he made me feel comfortable before and after. Fast forward 10 years and

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  • Currently 4 of 4 stars
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Aug 5th, 2011

Dr. Eakin is very well respected in his field and came with very high recommendations. He is thorough, detailed and is great to deal with.

  • Currently 4 of 4 stars
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Apr 23rd, 2011

Physician asked questions, listened well. Made accurate diagnosis based on MRI. Explained test results very clearly, and explained how to improve physical condition. Didn't seem rushed. Had an action plan.

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by David H. on Mar 21st, 2011 on yelp.com

I have now had two ACL reconstruction surgeries both performed by Dr. Eakin. He is an amazing surgeon and has a very easy going personality. Prior to my first ACL recon in April 2005 I interviewed 5…

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  • Currently 3 of 4 stars
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by Vy N. on Jan 25th, 2011 on yelp.com

So far so good. Dr. Eakin is very laid-back, easy to talk to and understood that I wanted to resume my active lifestyle. Giving up my favorite activities of surfing, rock climbing and yoga were simply

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  • Currently 4 of 4 stars
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Nov 24th, 2010

Very empathetic and affable, laid-back demeanor, confident in diagnosis and treatment at the same time. Addresses all your questions and concerns. Highly recommended.

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by Lizzy P. on Nov 24th, 2010 on yelp.com

Affable, considerate, and empathetic. Renowned surgeon for knees I imagine shoulders and elbows as well but not the type to rush anything if conservative treatments are preferred first. Trained at

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  • Currently 1 of 4 stars
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by Dolores P. on Jul 29th, 2010 on yelp.com

He rushed me through the original appointment, there was no urgency in ordering an MRI, he encouraged me to ditch the crutches early to push my range of motion and he spouted his record of never…

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  • Currently 4 of 4 stars
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by Kim D. on Jan 31st, 2010 on yelp.com

A true professional...I have not met a doctor or surgeon with better bedside manner. He has treated me with respect, compassion and grace. After 2 surgeries and 6 months of pain and frustration with…

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  • Currently 2 of 4 stars
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Nov 3rd, 2009

good surgeon, poor doctor

  • Currently 3 of 4 stars
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by ANDREA W. on Sep 6th, 2009 on yelp.com

The nicest guy. Really listens and doesnt rush you. He had to fix my knee after Dr King screwed it up. Not a complicated surgery! When i woke up I finally felt relief! He and his staff are always…

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by Russ H. on May 22nd, 2009 on yelp.com

Not super happy with my shoulder surgery... and I have two to compare. One done by Frank Chen... the other by Colin Eakin. Worst part... I came out of the surgery with a large (about the size of…

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  • Currently 4 of 4 stars
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by Susan Bliss on Dec 22nd, 2008

Dr. Eakin has state-of-the-art expertise, amazing energy and focus, and kindness and caring. How many doctors do you know have all of those qualities rolled into one?

  • Currently 1 of 4 stars
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by Irene F. on Oct 30th, 2008 on yelp.com

If I had the option to choose zero stars, this would be the occasion. I went to Dr Eakin for pain in the my inner knee from cycling. I was having trouble riding more than 15 miles and had to…

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