Dr. Frank Giacobetti, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
6700 Indiana Ave, #145, Riverside, CA 92506
At a glance
4.17 stars (92 reviews)
83% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 41 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from New York University, Doctor of Medicine
Works at Skylar Orthopedics
9 office locations
4.17
92 reviews
Bedside manner
4.3
Wait time
3.5
Recent reviews
Love Dr. G. He always shoots you straight. You want fluff and to drag out the Dr’s expertise, go to another Ortho. It is tough to get in to him, but we appreciate his honesty!
September 28, 2019Ray B.Verified patient
Liked his expertise. Knew what was most likely going on right away. Ordered testing and follow-up visit. Only sees patients in the late afternoons and evenings at different offices.
July 5, 2019Roberta G.Verified patient
Office locations
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Skylar Orthopedics
6700 Indiana Ave, #145, Riverside, CA, 92506
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Skylar Orthopedics
5630 E Santa Ana Canyon Rd, Ste 150, Anaheim, CA, 92807
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Skylar Orthopedics
11525 Brookshire Ave, Ste 405, Downey, CA, 90241
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
Popular visit reasons
Ankle Problems
Arthritis
Bunion
Foot Problems
Orthopedic Consultation
Physical Therapy Consultation
Sports Injury
X-ray
Ankle Problems
Arthritis
Bunion
Foot Problems
More about Dr. Frank Giacobetti, MD
Dr. Giacobetti is a board certified Orthopedic Surgeon with a specialty in Sports Medicine. He attended New York University. Dr. Giacobetti completed his internship in General Surgery at the Pennsylvania Hospital and his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at the Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. In addition, he completed a fellowship in Sports Medicine from the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic. Dr. Giacobetti is also a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - New York University, Doctor of Medicine
Pennsylvania Hospital, Internship in General Surgery
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic, Fellowship in Sports Medicine
Practice
Skylar Orthopedics
Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Professional memberships
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Awards and publications
Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society
Bellarmine Medal for Graduating Class Valedictorian (College)
College of Arts and Sciences Ward in Science
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1033293121
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.17
Wait time
3.48
Bedside manner
4.34
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92 reviews
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Visit came to a close early due to x-rays not having been sent by lab. Rescheduled, and looking forward to next visit.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
While I have follow up testing and potentially more visits, my first visit was a very timely and positive experience.
October 3, 2015Initials hidden
He was a very knowledgable and sweet doctor. He was able to explain to me exactly what was going on with my hands.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Awesome, excellent professional, right away, good team, excellent physical therapist too,
congratulations
July 7, 2015Alejandra R.Verified patient
Dr. G was very kind and frank. He helped solve my problem in just two visits. I would highly recommend him.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Upbeat, capable office staff. Great doctor who was a good listener and with very good human interaction.
More than 1 year agoJeremy M.Verified patient
Knowledgeable and confident. Listened to what I had to say before jumping to conclusions and diagnosing.
March 24, 2013Initials hidden
Doctor and staff were nice but wait was 1 hour +. People were sitting out in the halls when I arrived.
February 27, 2018Jennifer T.Verified patient
Very professional, great bedside manner, answered all of your questions thoroughly. I'm very pleased!
October 7, 2013Ladonna M.Verified patient
Great appt as usual but was running way late. An hour is a long time to wait when you have an appt.
May 6, 2019Ray B.Verified patient
Great visit. We are backing and needed quick help. He took care of us and got us back on trail
April 14, 2016Nicole J.Verified patient
Red flags. No paper work for estimate of treatment & not correct regarding my insurance.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Too hurried. Terrible listener. Waited an hour. Got 4 minutes of the doctor's time.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Excellent physical and intuitively knew what to look for. Ordered appropriate test.
August 14, 2015David M.Verified patient
Busy place so he was quick with my visit, but I think his assessment was spot on.
April 7, 2017Initials hidden
90 min wait time followed by a 2 min uninvolved check in. Won't be going back.
August 16, 2016Initials hidden
Great staff and the dr really took his time in evaluating my issues.
January 5, 2016Jason S.Verified patient
It was a good appointment. He explained everything and was patient.
October 24, 2014Taylor P.Verified patient
Very good exchange between us. Staff friendly and attentive
June 9, 2016Dorothy H.Verified patient
Long wait time to see Dr.G. but well worth it He is good
May 8, 2015John B.Verified patient
Doctor good but wait time was over an hour way too long
November 1, 2013Initials hidden
Mild-mannered and listened to the patient's concerns.
October 22, 2016Carla G.Verified patient
I think he is s great doctor I'll be back to see him
September 1, 2016Karen R.Verified patient
Very professional, provides great customer service
May 31, 2014Sherie K.Verified patient
Love Dr. G. He always shoots you straight. You want fluff and to drag out the Dr’s expertise, go to another Ortho. It is tough to get in to him, but we appreciate his honesty!
September 28, 2019Ray B.Verified patient
Liked his expertise. Knew what was most likely going on right away. Ordered testing and follow-up visit. Only sees patients in the late afternoons and evenings at different offices.
July 5, 2019Roberta G.Verified patient
This is my second time coming to him as my body is falling apart. He's quick, friendly and was effective in treating my issues in the past.
More than 1 year agoSherita C.Verified patient
Very helpful and preliminary visit to understand proper diagnosis is TBD. Dr. Giacometti understood my issue and is taking steps to determine a proper treatment for my neck & spine trauma. I look forward to my follow up appointment.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Multiple times I've seen Dr. G and it was a wonderful experience as usual. Fill out the info ahead of time to speed up the process, it's well worth it. We had a 2:30 appt, got there at 2:15 and were in the car at 2:45 leaving. Fast and excellent service. Highly recommend!
June 7, 2018Madison B.Verified patient
As I've said many times, it's not the doctor at fault, necessarily, but this office has caused me great pain & a great deal of missing work related activities. Lost MRI; then when I replace it - my time, my $$$, they change the rules again. NOT HELPFUL!!!
More than 1 year agoRandall T.Verified patient
If you'd like to wait two hours after your scheduled appointment for a doctor who must have a relative on the NYU admissions board , this is your doctor.
The best doctors seem to make up for their emotional and interpersonal deficits with extraordinary understand and implementation of their practice.
Dr. Giacometti is one of those rare practitioners who holds both interpersonal deficits and an underwhelming practice.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
He's only at this location on Fridays so it was extremely packed. They work pretty fast. I wanted 30 mins after my appointment time and say him for 10 mins. He referred me to a hand doctor and scheduled surgery the next day with a different doctor. Cool with me.
April 15, 2017Brittany D.Verified patient
Doctor was great, came in and knew what the problem was by the restriction of movement by my knee.
Looking forward to my follow up appointment to see how to fully recover my MCL
January 19, 2017Thomas P.Verified patient
Complete self absorbed moron.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I have nothing against Dr. Frank G as my time with him was actually good, however his office needs work. I went in with posterior knee pain and was told that they would be scheduling me an MRI and booked a follow up appointment for 2 weeks after my original visit to go over the results. It has been over a week and the office hasn't contacted me. I cancelled the follow up and found a new doctor. I explained why I was cancelling and an apology was not offered just confirmation of cancellation.While I was in the waiting room a similar instance happened with another patient who was frustrated that their MRI was never scheduled as well as documents never being sent to their lawyer. Any office that doesn't put their patients as top priority should not be overseeing medical issues. Dr. Frank - get better front desk people!
November 7, 2016Initials hidden
I like that he introduced himself and asked questions . I like that he examined me right away and quickly diagnosed what was wrong and given me recommendations .He was quick and talk too fast but I like that he was accurate and pinpoint what needed to be done .
October 1, 2016Initials hidden
My kind of doctor visit! Show up on time, get seen on time and get immediate treatment. No hassles, no wasting of my time. I've had four appointments with Dr. G and in three of those appointments it was a similar routine get in, get done, get out. Perfect.
September 15, 2016Bradley F.Verified patient
Good service. I've had three visits with Dr. Giacometti and all have gone well with respect to the wait time and the interaction with the doctor.
August 7, 2016Bradley F.Verified patient
He is very straight forward doctor, explained everything in detail, gives sufficient time to patient. Definitely expert in his field.
August 7, 2016Marium D.Verified patient
i probably wouldn't go back to him.. came into the patients room with a beverage in his hand. ask me to stand up and try and touch my toes. right away said i needed physical therapy. he wasn't in the room for more than 3 min. i am not happy with this medical visit.
July 1, 2016Albert A.Verified patient
My experience was very positive. Both the doctor & staff were very professional and friendly. I left extremely comfortable in both my treatment plan and with the procedure done that day. I did not expect to receive immediate relief for my hand issue but was pleasantly surprised to have that done. Grateful to have made this connection and know that he will easily met my needs with my other ortho issues.
May 19, 2016Randall T.Verified patient
Wait was chaotic and wait room was crazy offic staff didn't get there till 340 my appointment was at 330 along with a few others- they didn't have a sign in sheet so it was pretty much whoever got there to sign in for grabbed first until a few of us that we're waiting complained then they went by appointment times- the back office staff was WONDERFUL!!! Doctor was amazing!!! Defiantly would recommend this doctor even though his front office staff is very for lack of better word s late and in organized
March 5, 2016Zachary L.Verified patient
Very good appt. Same day in and out and the paperwork in advance really sped things up. Only unfortunate was the MRI was booked so I couldn't get that done at the same time but overall...an excellent experience!
February 3, 2016Ray B.Verified patient
Dr Giacobetti was very thorough in his examination with my son and very personable with him. He explained the anatomy of the knee and the procedure of the surgery with him.
More than 1 year agoThomas C.Verified patient
The best orthopedic "hands down" I went to visit Dr frank because i injured my knee skating, I "read" him before he even walked in the door.. Lol Dr frank was very patience, sooo friendly and very professional. It was less then a minute and he already knew what could have possibly went wrong with my knee. the receptionist Rebecca was so welcoming, warm and very friendly.. The office smelled just as good as it looks.. I love it.. I am soooo happy I choose this doctors office, it was definitely worth the drive..
July 24, 2015Tessie B.Verified patient
Very helpful.
August 4, 2015Jahbryll S.Verified patient
I am not sure what to say except when I had my appointment I was on time but the wait time was horrible. When I finally saw the doctor it was for maybe 10 min. His manner was amicable but rushed. With the wait time so long and sitting for that period of time, my back pain increased so much. This will be my last visit. I will need to find someone who is closer and the wait time isn't so long.
August 13, 2015Patricia Y.Verified patient
Dr. Giacobetti is great very knowledgeable great bedside manner. The wait time is out of control I waited about 2 hours. I really needed to be seen. They recommend being the last appointment
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
My appointment was rescheduled to an office that was farther away which caused some stress with my back in driving that distance. The personnel was pleasant enough but my wait time was a little long. The visit was rather quick but he was pleasant in his manner. He listened and he showed the proper concern for my condition.
April 30, 2015Patricia Y.Verified patient
Very good Doctor
February 19, 2015Saige B.Verified patient
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What practice does Dr. Frank Giacobetti work with?
Dr. Frank Giacobetti works with Skylar Orthopedics.
Where is Dr. Frank Giacobetti's office located?
Dr. Frank Giacobetti has 9 office locations, including in Tustin, Anaheim, Downey, Encino, Los Angeles, Rancho Cucamonga, and Riverside, view full addresses on Dr. Giacobetti's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Frank Giacobetti have?
Dr. Frank Giacobetti is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Frank Giacobetti?
Dr. Frank Giacobetti frequently sees patients for Arthritis, Orthopedic Consultation, Physical Therapy Consultation, Sports Injury, and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Frank Giacobetti on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Frank Giacobetti speak?
Dr. Frank Giacobetti speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Frank Giacobetti in reviews?
92 patients have reviewed Dr. Frank Giacobetti. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.17/5. They have a 4.34/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.48/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.