Dr Daniel B. Marcus, MD | Santa Cruz, CA | Orthopedic Surgery

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Dr. Daniel Marcus specializes in orthopedic surgery, physical medicine and rehabilitation, and sports medicine. They earned their medical degree from Ohio State University College of Medicine & Public Health and bring 26 years of experience to their practice. Dr. Marcus is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Marcus practices at Sutter Maternity And Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz and Dominican Hospital, serving patients in Santa Cruz, California. They focus on treating back pain conditions, including back pain during pregnancy and back pain in children and teens. Their treatment approach includes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques. Patients have given Dr. Marcus an average rating of 3.4 on Vitals.

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3.4

25 Ratings
26 years of experience
24 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
10 written reviews
3 specialties
11 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
2 hospital affiliations
1 office location

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great doctor - looks at pain not just with drugs but lifestyle changes.

September 21st, 2015

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I'm a past patient -I tried for a month to get into Dr. Marcus. They said I needed a referral since it had been a few years. Got the referral - they called 3x at my home number instead of my cell as requested to make an appt. After 3 tries they send the referral back and I was told I needed to get another one. Very hard to work with - very uncooperative staff. I'm going to another doctor - my time is just as valuable as his.

July 2nd, 2013

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Only seems to be interested in giving shots. A physical exam lasts 30 seconds. No follow up. Worst doctor ever.

June 15th, 2012

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Great doc if you are looking for an accurate scientifically based workup in an empathetic environment. His diagnosis and treatment was spot on and got me safely exercising and healthy again.

January 30th, 2011

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Dr. Marcus brings to Sutter Physiatry a high level of confidence and sophistication only found in a well trained physician. I am thankful he is here, in Santa Cruz, to guide me through caring for my complicated, chronic disc injury

September 4th, 2010

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very young doctor/needs more experience/could improve on bedside manner/improve on being more empathetic to patients

April 11th, 2010

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After seeing so many practitioners, my correct diagnosis was finally discovered!

March 13th, 2010

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Dr. Marcus saw me on Friday before the Presidents Day weekend, he was so concerned and worked through the lunch hour to perform a nerve conduction study, and arranged an MRI the same day. He called me 2 times over the long weekend and had an appointment for me on Tuesday morning with the Neurosurgeon with an appointment following with a Neurologist. I am scheduled for surgery on 3/3 and because of Dr. Marcus I am confident surgery was the right choice. He is an amazing physician, my hero!

February 23rd, 2010

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I have RSD and this is the only doctor I have found to relieve my pain. He is a really nice man and cares about how you are doing with your pain.

February 18th, 2010

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MD did not order an MRI and delayed the diagnosis and need for surgery.

May 28th, 2009

Santa Cruz Chanticleer Center (2911)

2911 Chanticleer Ave Fl 1Santa Cruz, CA 95065

Tel: (831) 477-2350

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Dr Daniel B. Marcus, MD	Dr. Christopher Mow, MD	Dr. David E. Oji, MD	Dr. Michael Klassen, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.4 (25 Ratings)	4.2 (19 Ratings)	5 (3 Ratings)	4.9 (764 Ratings)
26 Years of Experience	40 Years of Experience	19 Years of Experience	37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Korean	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English
Santa Cruz , CA	Los Gatos , CA	Los Gatos , CA	Monterey , CA
Med School: OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE	Med School: New York University School Of Medicine	Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine	Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA
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Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public HealthGraduated in 2000

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Where is Dr Daniel Marcus's office located?: Dr Daniel Marcus's office is located at 2911 Chanticleer Ave Fl 1, Santa Cruz, CA, 95065.
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What languages does Dr Daniel Marcus speak?: Dr Daniel Marcus speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr Daniel Marcus accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr Daniel Marcus has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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