Summary

Dr. Michael Slutzker is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with additional training in family medicine who has been practicing for over five decades. He earned his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine and completed his residency at New England Medical Center. His extensive experience spans 51 years of providing comprehensive musculoskeletal care to patients throughout Southern California. Dr. Slutzker is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Slutzker maintains hospital privileges at Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Harbor UCLA Medical Center, and Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center in Torrance, California. He specializes in treating conditions such as osteoarthritis and knee joint pain. His practice includes therapeutic procedures like physical therapy coordination, fluid removal from inflamed joints, and targeted injections to reduce joint inflammation. Patients consistently rate Dr. Slutzker's care highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 51 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • New England Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 18 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Torrance , CALos Angeles , CALong Beach , CAMonterey , CA
Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine 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: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael L Slutzker has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael L Slutzker has the following 18 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopic Surgery (Arthroscopy)
  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Family Medicine
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery (Hip Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery
  • Wrist Injury

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

New England Medical Center

Medical School

Emory University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1975

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Michael Slutzker speak?
Dr. Michael Slutzker speaks English and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Slutzker?
You can find contact information for Dr. Michael Slutzker here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Slutzker affiliated with?
Dr. Michael Slutzker is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Harbor Ucla Medical Center, and Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance.
Does Dr. Michael Slutzker accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Michael Slutzker accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Michael Slutzker accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Michael Slutzker has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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