Summary

Dr. Earl Brien is an orthopedic surgeon with four decades of experience treating bone, joint, and muscle conditions. He earned his medical degree from Howard University and completed his residency training at both St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital Center through Columbia University and Martin Luther King Jr./Drew Medical Center. Dr. Brien pursued advanced fellowship training at two prestigious institutions: Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and Hospital for Special Surgery at Cornell University, both completed in the early 1990s. He provides care in English for his patients.

Dr. Brien practices at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California. His clinical expertise focuses on comprehensive bone and joint care, including treatment for fibromyalgia and polymyalgia rheumatica. He incorporates physical therapy and strength training into patient treatment plans and utilizes manual therapy techniques. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 stars for his care.

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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
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
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4.9 
40 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Russian, English, Farsi Speaks English
Los Angeles , CASherman Oaks , CAMarina Del Rey , CAMonterey , CA
Med School: Howard University Med School: University of California, Irvine Med School: Washington University - St Louis School of Medicine Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. 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

Dr. Earl W Brien has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. 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

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center1993
Hospital for Special Surgery/Cornell University1993

Residency

Martin Luther King Jr./Drew Medical Center1992
St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital Center, Columbia University1987

Medical School

Howard UniversityGraduated in 1986

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Earl Brien affiliated with?
Dr. Earl Brien is affiliated with Cedars Sinai Medical Center.
Does Dr. Earl Brien accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Earl Brien's office located?
Dr. Earl Brien's office is located at 127 S San Vicente Blvd # 7, Los Angeles, CA, 90048.

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