Dr. Amir Mostofi, MD

Dr. Amir Mostofi, MD

Hand Surgeon
1520 San Pablo St, Ste 2000, Los Angeles, CA 90033

At a glance

5.00 stars (6 reviews)
100% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 46 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Doctor of Medicine
Works at Keck Medicine of USC - Orthopedic Surgery
5.00
6 reviews
Bedside manner
4.8
Wait time
4.3

Recent reviews

Once being roomed, it was quick and a perfectly lovely experience. The RN was pleasant and MD was great, explaining things well and at a good pace.
Front desk very nice an efficent assistant doctor great personility. Doctor Mostofi liked him talked to me in a way that I understood. He asked the student doctor his opionion and praised his answer. Doctor didn't talk down to me.

Office location

Keck Medicine of USC - Health Sciences Campus
1520 San Pablo St, Ste 2000, Los Angeles, CA, 90033

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In-network insurances

Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Joint or tendon inflammation of the finger/wrist/hand
Joint cyst
Carpal tunnel & related syndromes
Inflammation or injury of the tendons or ligaments in the arm
Fracture/dislocation treatment arm/wrist/hand
Joint or tendon inflammation of the finger/wrist/hand
Joint cyst
Carpal tunnel & related syndromes
Inflammation or injury of the tendons or ligaments in the arm

More about Dr. Amir Mostofi, MD

Dr. Mostofi devotes his practice to hand wrist and elbow injuries. He has expertise in caring for common hand problems such as carpal tunnel syndrome as well as fractures sports injuries arthritis and nerve problems of the hand wrist and elbow. Dr. Amir Mostofi attended high school in Bakersfield Calif. where he volunteered at several hospitals and discovered his passion to pursue a career in medicine. As a pre-medical student at UCLA he graduated Magna Cum Laude and with departmental honors in physiological sciences. Dr. Mostofi moved to Chicago Ill. to attend medical school at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science. He was inducted in the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society and graduated at the top of his medical school class. Dr. Mostofi has authored several book chapters and peer reviewed publications. He dedicated his last year of training at Brown University specializing in hand upper extremity and microvascular surgery. Training under the direction of two world renowned leaders in hand surgery Dr. Mostofi has gained tremendous expertise in the management of complex hand disorders. He has finally returned home to Southern California joining the Keck Medical Center of USC.

Education & experience

Education

Medical School - Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Doctor of Medicine
University of Connecticut Health Center, Internship in Orthopedic Surgery
University of Connecticut Health Center, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
Rhode Island Hospital, Fellowship in Hand Surgery

Practice

Affiliation

Keck Hospital of USC
USC Norris Cancer Hospital

Awards and publications

Washer and Post Augmentation of 90/90 Wiring for Proximal Interphalangeal Joint Arthrodesis: A Biomechanical Study J Hand Surg Am. 2018 May 22.
Distal Scaphoid Excision in Treatment of Symptomatic Scaphoid Nonunion: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Hand (N Y). 2018 Feb 01; 1558944718760002.
Risk Factors for 30-Day Readmission Following Shoulder Arthroscopy Arthroscopy. 2017 Jan; 33(1):55-61.
Los Angeles Magazine: Top Doctors, 2018
Los Angeles Magazine: Super Doctor, 2016-2018
Pasadena Magazine: Top Doctor, 2016-2017

Background

Languages spoken

English
Farsi

Gender

Male

NPI number

#1518140268

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Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.33
Bedside manner
4.83
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Dr. Mostofi was very clear and offered options. He gave detailed answers on procedure and what to expect with prognosis.
Once being roomed, it was quick and a perfectly lovely experience. The RN was pleasant and MD was great, explaining things well and at a good pace.
Front desk very nice an efficent assistant doctor great personility. Doctor Mostofi liked him talked to me in a way that I understood. He asked the student doctor his opionion and praised his answer. Doctor didn't talk down to me.
Dr. Mostofi is very professional and highly knowledgeable in his field. He is informative in what is needed based on the situation. He was straight forward on what the procedure was and the recovery and rehab process.
Frequently asked questions

Which hospital is Dr. Amir Mostofi affiliated with?

Dr. Amir Mostofi is affiliated with Keck Hospital of USC and USC Norris Cancer Hospital.

What practice does Dr. Amir Mostofi work with?

Dr. Amir Mostofi works with Keck Medicine of USC - Orthopedic Surgery.

Where is Dr. Amir Mostofi's office located?

Dr. Amir Mostofi's office is located at 1520 San Pablo St, Los Angeles, CA 90033.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Amir Mostofi?

Dr. Amir Mostofi frequently sees patients for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Hand Problems, Hand Surgery Consultation, Orthopedic Consultation, and Shoulder Problem. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Amir Mostofi on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Amir Mostofi speak?

Dr. Amir Mostofi speaks English and Farsi.

How do patients rate Dr. Amir Mostofi in reviews?

6 patients have reviewed Dr. Amir Mostofi. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 4.83/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.33/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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