Daniel E. Kaplan

Daniel E. Kaplan MD

Specialties:

Orthopaedic Surgery
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4.6 / 5 (based on 142 Reviews) View 40 Comments

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Dr. Kaplan became a practicing physician specializing in orthopedics for a simple reason: to help his patients stay healthy and active. He observes that “orthopedics can dramatically help patients improve their lives” and adds that helping people reach their goals gives him the greatest satisfaction.

Dr. Kaplan taught orthopedics in Tanzania as a member of Health Volunteers Overseas, an international organization that increases healthcare access through clinical training and education in developing countries. In his spare time, he can be found mountain biking or skiing.

Office Information

Hospital/Group Affiliation

PIH Health Downey Hospital

PIH Health Whittier Hospital

PIH Health Physicians

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Gender

Male

Specialties

  • Orthopaedic Surgery

Additional Languages

  • Spanish

Education

Medical School

UCLA Medical Center (California)

University of Michigan Medical School (Ann Arbor)

Board Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery

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Patient Reviews

November 04, 2024
I'm very impressed with Dr. Kaplan. He's been my ortho doctor for 20 years, two surgeries. I have already recommended a family member, my daughter, to see him, and she's already put in for authorization. He's an excellent ortho doctor. Thank you.
October 02, 2024
Yes, Dr. Kaplan was very disappointing in so much time. You don't want to listen to my story. The front office was great. Teresa was great getting an appointment, and I would go back to see her, but not Dr. Kaplan. Thank you. Bye-bye.
October 01, 2024
I wouldn't change anything with my doctor, Kaplan. I've had him before in the past, about 15/20 years ago, and I'm lucky to have him again to help me with my broken ankles. And I wouldn't change anything about him. He's an excellent doctor, very kind, courteous, and he listens to me. He's the best. Thank you.
September 25, 2024
Your office is wonderful. I was hurting so badly. They took me in and took care of me the same morning that I walked into the office. Thank you. I always get good service. Thank you.
September 23, 2024
I like all my professional doctors. I like this WellCare HealthNet a lot with PH. Thank you very much.
August 26, 2024
Dr Kaplan explained everything to you and is helpful and understanding your injury.
August 07, 2024
Much better experience compared to my last visit
August 07, 2024
I Believe they will make an honest attempt in trying to be my primary physician /gatekeeper to my workmen's Comp. injuries that I sustained during my working career. I am 71 years old and I'm really starting to need help with these injuries that are surfacing now. I Believe they will try keep my quality of life at the best level possible
August 07, 2024
Everything was very good. Thank you (unreadable) and the doctor who treated me very well. Thank you.
July 24, 2024
The doctor treated me very well. The nurses treated me wonderfully well. I really like the way they treat me and I feel happy with that doctor that everything goes well in the hemorrhagic that they are going to do to me on August 2. I hope to God that things go well for my arms because I want to be well with my arms, that's all you're going for.
July 15, 2024
I was disheartened to hear that the two doctors didn't agree on a diagnosis. I was hoping for something more positive from my visit with Dr Kaplan.
July 15, 2024
The provider was so cooperative and knowledgeable. Spent time to listen with patience. Iam really impressed.
July 01, 2024
I have been seeing Dr Kaplan for years and he and his staff have always been attentive, nice, and helpful
June 21, 2024
Since this was my first visit with Dr Kaplan he introduced himself and read my surgical history of my knee, then Dr Kaplan listened to me patiently of the extreme pain I was having which I appreciated. He was able to diagnose a possible pinched/damaged nerve and prescribe medication which has helped immensely to alleviate the extreme pain. I would highly recommend Dr Kaplan to my family and friends. He takes the time to listen and ask questions as well as problem solve using his knowledge and experience. Excellent experience!
June 21, 2024
EXCELLENT DOCTOR I would definitely recommend him!!!! After suffering in pain for over 1 month, I'm PAIN FREE Thank you Dr
June 18, 2024
Yes, I enjoyed that very well. The service was excellent. The secretaries and staff was fantastic. And the offices and waiting room was super clean. I really enjoyed it. And it was a pleasure to see that for once. Thank you. Bye.
June 03, 2024
The front desk customer assistance was very helpful and went above and beyond her duty to accommodate me and help me with my needs, memo i needed to provide to my employer. Again, thank you very much for your help.
June 03, 2024
Yes, hi. I feel like Dr. Kaplan listens to me and provides me the right advice for my treatment and the staff at the office has always been very courteous and respectful. So I do appreciate the service. Thank you.
May 08, 2024
It was a very good experience, thank you.
May 07, 2024
I went in to see how my torn meniscus has progressed from five years ago and I was asking for an MRI to see if it had gotten worse or if it was the same or better or what have you and I did ask about that because I was interested in doing plasma therapy even if it's something that I would pay for out of pocket and the doctor was not even pretty much shut me down by telling me that he only orders MRIs when somebody's going to get surgery otherwise he does not order MRIs because then he would be doing it for 50% of his patients so he didn't even hear me out on that and just shut me down completely and made me feel like he was not interested in helping somebody who is of older age. I kind of felt like if I had been younger he would have treated me differently.
April 16, 2024
Dr. Kaplan is awesome. I've been going to him for a long time. He explained stuff to me yesterday that I didn't... I didn't know, so I'm going to call my doctor to find out what Dr. Kaplan told me. He is incredible. I recommend him to anybody, anybody. And the staff is awesome. I mean, they're just... and they're full. There's so many people there, and yet they take the time to be sweet and nice, to all the people. Thank you. Thank you for call, tell Dr. Kaplan, thank you very much for calling me today. I really appreciate that, okay? All right. That's it. Hello? What do I press?
April 16, 2024
I didnt have to wait long to be seen by the dr. And hope my next appointment will be the same.
April 05, 2024
Staff was very nice and helpful and Dr. Kaplan was very informative and gave me a lot of information. Definitely would recommend. Thank you.
April 03, 2024
They we're very attentive and professional
April 02, 2024
The doctor is a magnificent person, very aware of other people's pain, very understanding and very professional.
March 29, 2024
Yes, my name is (PHI removed), nothing more than that I was not very happy with the doctor, because he did not order me to do tests, because in reality I am sick with my back, the only thing I did not like was that he told me I needed to do strength exercise, if I do strength, it hurts, my arms hurt, so that's where I said, well, what is this, what is this? If my back hurts, I know that my back and my shoulder hurt and that's just how it turned out, that is, I don't know who is going to give me the report that was his report, I don't know who is going to give it to me.
March 29, 2024
Dr. Kaplan was really concerned about my care. He personal went out of his way to see that my EMG appointment can be moved sooner as opposed to waiting for 5 months.
March 27, 2024
Been seeing him for years
March 06, 2024
Thank you
March 04, 2024
Been waiting to get appt for a long time, on the day of apt nurse called to cancel and reschedule, not happy as was suffering from pain for a long time. The doctor was rushed, no manners very disappointed, he needs to go back to school to learn how to deal with patients, and be more caring!!!
February 23, 2024
Was scheduled to see Dr. (name removed) and saw Dr. Kaplan. Also, Dr. did not see (PHI removed) foot and moved it around. He ordered an X-ray.
February 20, 2024
Yes, Dr. Kaplan is just very professional in every way. And I just want to thank him just for seeing the doctor. He was in every way for me right there and answered all my questions and just an awesome doctor. The staff is just awesome too as well and really helped me out a whole lot. And I would recommend this doctor beyond measure to my family members, anyone at that. And I was told he was the best of the best too as well. So I thank God for him. Pretty much that's it.
February 14, 2024
Okay, all the staff were very good, starting with the receptionists, the nurses and of course the Dr. Thank you, very kind.
February 13, 2024
I picked Dr Kaplan because of his experience. But he seemed in a hurry and had already made a diagnosis before actually turning to look at me. No new imaging was done and just a quick range of motion test. Barely touched or looked at my problem. I went for reassurance which he gave, but I haven't a clue how he came up with his conclusions.( I don't want phone contact about this survey, please)
February 12, 2024
Okay. Hi, I just want to confirm the last question is a number four and not a number one. I mistakenly did the wrong number. I will definitely recommend him and his staff to my friends and family. Thank you.
January 19, 2024
Dr. Kaplan took time to hear what I was dealing and gave me advice for next steps!
January 05, 2024
This was a "perfect" office visit. I waited maybe 2 mins and was taken in right away. Office personnel was courteous and professional and patient. I waited maybe 3 minutes when a tech came in to take me for x-rays. The entire appt flowed perfectly and I was grateful to learn details about my problem. Dr. Kaplan was wonderful. He was very informative and explained everything very carefully. We reached a mutual decision on a path forward. He's a great docter.
December 20, 2023
The doctor was super attentive to my needs and really understood my particular circumstances. He explained things very clearly and the recommendations were very tailored to my specific circumstances and needs.
December 19, 2023
Dr.Kaplan was very nice & understanding, he took time to explain to me how he was going to proceed, I like that plus he also listened to what I said about my pain & situation.. he's excellent!! And all the staff from once you enter the building, the receptionist's and nurses are all very professional and wonderful!
November 28, 2023
The doctor and staff, they did really good, but I cannot give them like a 10 right away because this is my first time that I see this doctor and the other person. So I need time to give him a 10, but I think he's a very good doctor.
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