4.5
80 Ratings with 54 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Richard Nussbaum is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in orthopedic spine surgery with 46 years of experience treating complex spinal conditions. He earned his medical degree from New York Medical College and completed his residency training at Montefiore Medical Center. Dr. Nussbaum is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling him to serve diverse patient communities throughout the Los Angeles area.
Dr. Nussbaum maintains hospital affiliations with Encino Hospital Medical Center and practices at multiple locations including Sherman Oaks and Palmdale, California. He focuses on treating spinal stenosis and degenerative disc disease, conditions that can cause significant back pain and mobility issues. His surgical expertise includes performing foraminotomy procedures to relieve nerve compression and lateral lumbar spinal fusion to stabilize the spine. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care.
Dr. Nussbaum maintains hospital affiliations with Encino Hospital Medical Center and practices at multiple locations including Sherman Oaks and Palmdale, California. He focuses on treating spinal stenosis and degenerative disc disease, conditions that can cause significant back pain and mobility issues. His surgical expertise includes performing foraminotomy procedures to relieve nerve compression and lateral lumbar spinal fusion to stabilize the spine. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 46 years of experience
- 53 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Montefiore Medical Center
- 54 written reviews
- 1 award
- 2 specialties
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 5 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Awards
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Office Locations
Dr. Richard E Nussbaum has 5 locationsLos Angeles Orthopaedic Institute
4955 Van Nuys Blvd Ste 615Sherman Oaks, CA 91403 Tel: (818) 905-2222
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Los Angeles Orthopaedic Institute
38660 Medical Center Dr Ste A250Palmdale, CA 93551 Tel: (661) 267-7777
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Richard E Nussbaum, MD | Dr. Eli Ziv, MD | Dr. Neil Bhamb, MD | Brandon Ortega |
| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 46 Years of Experience | 18 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, Spanish | Speaks English, Farsi, Russian, Spanish | ||
| Sherman Oaks , CA | Sherman Oaks , CA | Marina Del Rey , CA | Long Beach , CA |
| Med School: New York Medical College | Med School: University of California, Irvine | Med School: Washington University - St Louis School of Medicine | Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard E Nussbaum
Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard E Nussbaum has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard E Nussbaum has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
46 Years Experience
Dr. Richard E Nussbaum 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
Residency
Completed their residency at Montefiore Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from New York Medical College in 1980.
NPI Number
Dr. Nussbaum's NPI number is 1972528297.
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- Where is Dr. Richard Nussbaum's office located?
- Dr. Richard Nussbaum's office is located at 4955 Van Nuys Blvd Ste 615, Sherman Oaks, CA, 91403.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Nussbaum affiliated with?
- Dr. Richard Nussbaum is affiliated with Encino Hospital Medical Center.
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