What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.56
Average wait time
4.01
Bedside manner
4.76
“I would definitely recommend Dr. Samson. He is personable, professional and knowledgable. My visit actually put me in a great mood!”
Peggy B.October 29, 2025
“The doctor was helpful and nice. I was not able to get an x-ray before the appointment but they still let me come to talk about my recent pain and gave me some useful recommendations to avoid the issue again. ”
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About Dr. Marc Samson
Dr. Marc Samson is an orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist treating patients in Los Angeles, California, and the surrounding communities. He serves as the Chief of Orthopaedic Surgery at Good Samaritan Hospital and holds certification from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Samson is also a member of professional organizations including the California Orthopaedic Association and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
In order to pursue his medical degree, Dr. Samson attended the University of California, Irvine. He continued his medical education at New York Medical College and at Boston University. At these institutions, he received residency training in orthopaedic surgery. Dr. Samson has also completed a fellowship program in sports medicine through Sports Orthopedics and Rehabilitation Medicine Associates.
Patients visiting Dr. Samson's office can receive a full range of orthopedic services, from 4 subspecialty trained board certified Orthopedic surgeons, including sports medicine/arthroscopy, spine, foot and ankle, and hand/upper extremity. He provides x-ray imaging, wound care, arthroscopy, and general consultations. Treatment is available for issues including sport injuries, ligament sprain, muscle sprain, abscess, arthritis, and problems with the knee, hip, hand, back, shoulder, and elbow. Dr. Samson and his team also provides such services as PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma), Hyaluronic Acid Lubricant, amniotic membrane allograft, and stem cell injections. In addition to his practice, Dr. Samson has served as an Assistant NFL Team Physician for the San Francisco 49’ers.
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Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Knee joint injury
Arthritis
Joint injury due to trauma
Bursitis
Rotator cuff injury
Shoulder arthroscopy/rotator cuff repair
Knee joint injury
Arthritis
Joint injury due to trauma
Bursitis
Office location
Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- Good Samaritan Hospital
Board certifications
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery)
Education and training
- Medical School - University of California, Irvine, Doctor of Medicine
- New York Medical College, Westchester County Hospital, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
- Boston University, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
- Sports Orthopedic and Rehabilitation Medicine Associates, Fellowship in Sports Medicine
Professional memberships
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- California Orthopaedic Association
Awards and publications
- Castle Connolly Top Doctor
- Named One of America's Top Surgeons, 2003-2020
- Awarded an excellence in teaching award from USC-California Hospital Residency Program
Languages spoken
- English
- Spanish
- Italian
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1215039284
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.56
Wait time
4.01
Bedside manner
4.76
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My appt was great. I was experiencing a lot of pain in my left knee. He gave me an injection and I am OK
April 28, 2017Carolyn W.Verified patient
very knowledgeable and highly competent. He is excellent and has great personality. He is first class!!
April 13, 2013Kevin B.Verified patient
Great service!! Highly recommend. Always know exactly what to do to treat your medical needs.
August 2, 2021Luckia B.Verified patient
Great experience all around, staff and doctor were knowledgeable and friendly.
January 25, 2024Susan V.Verified patient
Doctor Marc Samson is the best communicator and orthopaedic surgeon that I ever had!
September 22, 2021Wayne K.Verified patient
great communicator, explained in detail options for treatment
April 19, 2021Rogelio R.Verified patient
Down to earth doc and gave sound guidance on my shoulder issue
April 21, 2016Nicole J.Verified patient
I made an appointment through zocdoc and when I got there I was told they were not aware of the appointment at all. I was not seen by the doctor I had to make an appointment myself
November 14, 2025Alma M.Verified patient
I would definitely recommend Dr. Samson. He is personable, professional and knowledgable. My visit actually put me in a great mood!
October 29, 2025Peggy B.Verified patient
The doctor was helpful and nice. I was not able to get an x-ray before the appointment but they still let me come to talk about my recent pain and gave me some useful recommendations to avoid the issue again.
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June 18, 2024Richard O.Verified patient
Good, informative and nice manner.
June 17, 2021John B.Verified patient
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Wonderful experience. Didn't wait long, great staff, and Dr. Samson is super smart, friendly, reassuring – one of my favorite experiences visiting a doctor that I can remember. I can't recommend highly enough!
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Dr. Samson was very friendly, informative and thorough. It was my first time visit to his office. He and his staff were very helpful and efficient. Overall it was a great experience.
July 24, 2017Vincent P.Verified patient
MD Samson is an extremely professional individual. He has a mannerism with his patients that is outstanding. Listening to him talk to his staff and his patiences gives you warm feeling. I have visited his office for nearly five(5) years now and to me he is the greatest!!!
I LOVE HIM!!
April 20, 2017Carolyn W.Verified patient
The Doctor is a very professional individual with a warm personality who cares for all of his patients. You can tell that he truly cares for us and about us.in his mannerism.
April 18, 2017Carolyn W.Verified patient
Dr. Samson managed my daughter's injury in a very professional manner and eliminated all possible conditions before jumping into a conclusion. He is very experienced with sports injuries and all orthopedic conditions in general. I highly recommend this doctor.
More than 1 year agoZoe C.Verified patient
The wait was a little long, but Dr. Samson was extremely kind and relaxing. He had great bedside manner and I would HIGHLY suggest him to friends and family. He was able to quickly and accurately diagnose my condition and was spot on. So glad I came here!
January 25, 2016Ashley P.Verified patient
The doctor explained clearly all the options for my treatment. He guided me thru in making the best choice for my situation.
January 12, 2016Renato C.Verified patient
He was very professional and let me know all of my options and together we came up with a plan of action. Although he is a surgeon he was not recommending surgery, which in my book is the sign of a good Doctor!
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Dr. Samson was very professional and made sure I knew what he was talking about. I would highly recommend going to this office, but make sure you have enough time set aside to wait for a while he has tons of patients because he is only available in the mornings.
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I see Dr Toa shin over there.
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Saw Dr. Shin. The staff was courteous, friendly and competent. Dr Shin was excellent. He diagnosed my osteoarthritis and very patiently explained all possible options in dealing with it. I highly recommend him and will return here when further treatment is needed. All in all a very satisfying visit!
August 9, 2014Charles C.Verified patient
Extremely helpful staff, X-rays done in-house, great bedside manner, wonderful sense of humour, worth driving down from Mojave/Tehachapi to see him & will recommend to others.
September 19, 2013Nadine G.Verified patient
Dr. Samson is a true professional in his field of specialty. After hours of research on specialists dealing with sports injuries, I chose Dr. Samson on his reputation. I trust this doctor with my daughter's knee injury and I must say he did a detailed examination before jumping to any conclusions or immediately opting for surgery like other doctors. Dr. Samson is honest, professional and truly relates to his patients. I highly recommend him to anyone.
September 16, 2013Cassidy C.Verified patient
I loved him and would highly recommend!
August 13, 2013Madeleine S.Verified patient
He was wonderful! Clear explanations and recommendations. Also X-rays were done right away in his office. I got there early to do the paperwork. Thank you!
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Dr. Samson was very helpful, friendly, and made sure that he did all he could to help with my injury. The rest of his staff were also excellent!
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His confident and knows what is doing!
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Which hospital is Dr. Marc Samson affiliated with?
Dr. Marc Samson is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Marc Samson work with?
Dr. Marc Samson works with Los Angeles Orthopaedic Center.
Where is Dr. Marc Samson's office located?
Dr. Marc Samson's office is located at 1245 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90017.
Which board certifications does Dr. Marc Samson have?
Dr. Marc Samson is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Marc Samson?
Dr. Marc Samson frequently sees patients for Arthritis, Hand Problems, Spine Deformation / Scoliosis , Sports Injury, and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Marc Samson on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Marc Samson speak?
Dr. Marc Samson speaks English, Spanish, and Italian.
How do patients rate Dr. Marc Samson in reviews?
87 patients have reviewed Dr. Marc Samson. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.56/5. They have a 4.76/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.01/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.