Summary

Dr. Earl Brien specializes in orthopedic surgery, bringing four decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Howard University and completed his residency training at both St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital Center through Columbia University in 1987 and Martin Luther King Jr./Drew Medical Center in 1992. Dr. Brien pursued advanced fellowship training at two prestigious institutions: Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in 1993 and Hospital for Special Surgery/Cornell University in 1993. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Brien practices at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California. He focuses on treating bone, joint and muscle conditions, along with fibromyalgia and polymyalgia rheumatica. His approach to patient care includes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques. Patients have given Dr. Brien an average rating of 4.2 stars, reflecting their confidence in his orthopedic expertise and comprehensive treatment approach.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 40 years of experience
  • 58 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
  • 37 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 23 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Samuel Oschin Cancer Center

127 S San Vicente Blvd # 7Los Angeles, CA 90048
Mon8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
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4.2 
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40 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Russian, English, Farsi
Los Angeles , CALos Angeles , CALong Beach , CASherman Oaks , CA
Med School: Howard University Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: University of California, Irvine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Earl W Brien

  • AARP
  • Adventist Health
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima
  • CalOptima - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Calvos
  • CenCal Health
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • GEHA
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Prominence Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • SelectHealth
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Earl W Brien has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Earl W Brien has the following 23 areas of expertise

  • Adjuvant Chemotherapy
  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Cancer
  • Bone Fracture
  • Bone Tumors/Cancer (Chondrosarcoma)
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Giant Cell Tumor of Bone
  • Gunshot Wounds
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Malignant Bone Tumors/Cancer (Osteosarcoma)
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Soft Tissue Cancer
  • Soft Tissue Cancer (Sarcoma)
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Earl W Brien holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in 1993 and Hospital for Special Surgery/Cornell University in 1993.

Residency

Completed their residency at Martin Luther King Jr./Drew Medical Center in 1992 and St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital Center, Columbia University in 1987.

Medical School

Graduated from Howard University in 1986.

NPI Number

Earl W Brien's NPI number is 1518024702.

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Earl Brien's office is located at 127 S San Vicente Blvd # 7, Los Angeles, CA, 90048.
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Earl Brien speaks English.
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