What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.72
Average wait time
3.91
Bedside manner
4.81
“Prompt friendly front desk. Minimal wait, less than five minutes, and had plenty of seating in lobby. Taken back to have a quick xray taken with kind helpful male staff. No one was rushing me around (slow walker with cane use) but offer to help me. Then I was physically walked back to the exam room by xray tech. Dr. Sweet came in room within 5 minutes max. He's a very good listener, answered all questions thoroughly and with a smile. Provided options. I actually felt special and cared for and everyone else was treated just as well. Very efficient office! Highly recommend. You could tell the staff enjoyed their jobs. Everyone was exceptionally compitent and pleasant! Very calm environment. Exceeded my expectation. ”
Shirley F.February 6, 2026
“Dr. Sweet is a very good doctor. He is competent in his field and shows care In treating patients. He explained all options that I have and I know what to expect for my treatments. ”
Curt M.December 15, 2025
About Dr. Stephan Sweet
Dr. Stephan Sweet is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. His positive and warm bedside manner is one of his strongest attributes. Customizing his approach to match each patient’s specific needs, Dr. Sweet has an excellent track record of patient satisfaction and proven successful results.
After earning his Master’s degree in public health from Columbia University and a Medical degree from Georgetown University, he completed his orthopedics surgery residency in Los Angeles at the University of Southern California. As he became proficient in treating a variety of orthopedic conditions throughout the body including bone fractures and arthritic joint conditions, Dr. Sweet also developed a special interest in sports medicine.
He stayed in LA to expand on his sports-related orthopedic training and completed a fellowship at UCLA in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery. Here Dr. Sweet gained expertise in shoulder replacement as well as some of the most innovative orthopedic techniques available to patients. These skills include treating shoulder, knee and hip conditions with minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures. His use of these state-of-the-art practices allows patients to return to their regular activities as quickly as possible. During his time at UCLA he was a team physician for several of the sports teams including football, water polo, tennis, and track.
Dr. Sweet has an impressive educational background including Emory University and the University of Pennsylvania. He has also participated in award winning orthopedic research projects and been published in journals and a sports medicine text book. In his free time, he enjoys: movies, sports, exercising, travel and most of all spending time with his wife and young daughter.
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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 replacement
Joint injury due to trauma
Joint problems
Total shoulder replacement
Knee joint injury
Knee arthroscopy
Knee replacement
Joint injury due to trauma
Joint problems
Total shoulder replacement
Office locations
Dr. Stephan Sweet, MD also offers online video visits for patients
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Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- Saint John's Pleasant Valley Hospital
Board certifications
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Education and training
- Medical School - Georgetown University, Doctor of Medicine
- Columbia University, Master’s in Public Health
- Los Angeles County+University of Southern California Medical Center, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
- University of California, Los Angeles, Fellowship in Sports Medicine
- Emory University (Bachelor’s)
Professional memberships
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
- Arthroscopy Association of North America
Awards and publications
- Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Languages spoken
- English
- Spanish
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1639371735
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.72
Wait time
3.91
Bedside manner
4.81
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136 reviews
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Dr Sweet’s office runs very efficiently. He gives an honest assessment and there is enough wait time to answer questions.
June 3, 2025Sondra R.Verified patient
The staff was friendly and professional. Dr Sweet was very nice and professional. Great bedside manner.
October 29, 2025Julie A.Verified patient
Received what I needed and have a return appointment.
December 12, 2025Judy S.Verified patient
Dr. Sweet explain en in detail treatment options to me. Excellent bedside manners, as Wells as his staff.
October 4, 2021Brigitte Z.Verified patient
Dr. Sweet is very attentive to your specific concerns.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Attentive, knowledgeable, very pleasant, gave appropriate time to the consultation.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I feel Dr. Sweet is very professional and feel confident he will help me.
Donald C.
March 1, 2019Donald C.Verified patient
Great visit, doctor very thorough and detailed. Staff was friendly and warm.
January 27, 2018Ribert Z.Verified patient
Caring, good listener, asked pertinent questions, did not rush into surgery
May 23, 2017Carol P.Verified patient
Dr. Sweet is amazing. He listens and really cares about his patients.
More than 1 year agoLenette S.Verified patient
Dr. Sweet is great- very supportive and knowledgeable. Worh the wait.
December 10, 2018Initials hidden
Thoroughly professional, prompt and human. Dr. Sweet and his staff.
July 29, 2019Jeffrey R.Verified patient
I had my first visit as a video appointment. It went very well.
May 3, 2020Jamie T.Verified patient
Dr. Sweet is very knowledgeable. I highly recommend him.
More than 1 year agoCarlos C.Verified patient
excellent staff and Doctor !! i would highly recommend it .
March 1, 2019Gloria V.Verified patient
The staff and Dr. Sweet are kind, thorough, and friendly.
June 27, 2017Brenda H.Verified patient
Great, straight to the point, no unnecessary treatment.
More than 1 year agoDesiree W.Verified patient
Prompt friendly front desk. Minimal wait, less than five minutes, and had plenty of seating in lobby. Taken back to have a quick xray taken with kind helpful male staff. No one was rushing me around (slow walker with cane use) but offer to help me. Then I was physically walked back to the exam room by xray tech. Dr. Sweet came in room within 5 minutes max. He's a very good listener, answered all questions thoroughly and with a smile. Provided options. I actually felt special and cared for and everyone else was treated just as well. Very efficient office! Highly recommend. You could tell the staff enjoyed their jobs. Everyone was exceptionally compitent and pleasant! Very calm environment. Exceeded my expectation.
February 6, 2026Shirley F.Verified patient
Dr. Sweet is a very good doctor. He is competent in his field and shows care In treating patients. He explained all options that I have and I know what to expect for my treatments.
December 15, 2025Curt M.Verified patient
I arrived the office 15 minutes before my appointment only to find out the appointment had been canceled even though I had been receiving text messages all along including the morning of the appointment. I will not be making another appointment.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hidden
There were two expxeriences I appreciated the most at the office: 1. Sensitivity to my work schedule even though there were other patients waiting. 2. A quick yet thorough explanation of my options.
October 4, 2024Suzanne N.Verified patient
I had a great experience with Dr. Sweet! He thoroughly examined my shoulder and discussed the findings on my MRI. He was very knowledgeable and took the time with me to explain all of the options I had available for recovery. He has great social skills and I would highly recommend him to future patients. Thank you Dr. Sweet!
February 2, 2024Ronald F.Verified patient
I think this doctor is going to be good for me!
January 26, 2024Mara G.Verified patient
Doc was good, not a fan of zoo Doc, did all the paperwork twice online and had to do it again at the office which delayed the appointment. Will deal direct with the office in the future
August 18, 2023Robert N.Verified patient
Dr. Sweet is great. He is personable, listens to you and has your best health interests at heart. His staff is also professional, kind and patient. I highly recommend Dr. Sweet.
June 23, 2023Julie K.Verified patient
Front desk agent initially refused my authorization from my tricare provider, forced me to call my provider for verification, resulted in appointment delay. Bad experience in general.
June 18, 2023Robert M.Verified patient
Dr. Sweet is a patient, respectful, matter-of-fact yet kind, with a good sense of humor. I was TERRIFIED of having a cortisone shot for pain in my shoulder after a very bad experience with my knee several decades earlier. I could not imagine doing this without anesthesia to knock me out, and stayed in agonizing pain for 8 months. I had to make a split-second decision and got the injection. He sprayed me with an intense amount of cold numbing spray and it was a very short needle. All I can say is that IT DID NOT HURT ME!!?? It's been several hours and I'm doing fine. I am very grateful, and hope this helps anyone who is frightened of this procedure.
January 14, 2023Sue M.Verified patient
Great doctor, listened to what I had been previously been through. Did not pressure me to get unwanted services but did provide useful information and pricing for procedure in the future.
October 14, 2022Henry G.Verified patient
Dr. Sweet was very thoroughly and honestly gave me my options. I left knowing my diagnosis, plan of action and long term treatment. I felt very good about what I learned and as a result, was able to make an informed decision about doing surgery now or being able to put it off and use alternate treatments.
June 10, 2022Julie K.Verified patient
Great experience, Dr. Sweet is ...well...sweet! Super nice, prompt, and helpful. Great listener and explainer. Clear, concise. I recommend.
May 6, 2022Laura R.Verified patient
The office staff was professional and very attentive. Doctor Sweet is thorough in his examination and explanation of my physical situation and treatments that are available.
October 29, 2021John B.Verified patient
Yes, I would go back to Dr. Sweet. He is an excellent and very experienced surgeon.
He listens to your concerns and explains what needs to be done for your joint problems
and recommends what needs to be done. Dr. Sweet is very kind and genuinely cares about all his patients. If you are looking for a great doctor look for Dr. Sweet!
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Ross and Sonia G
September 25, 2021Sonia G.Verified patient
Wait time was as I expected. The front desk receptionist was not as personable as she could’ve been and in fact was borderline rude to an older woman while I was waiting. X-ray tech was nice and Dr Street was very pleasant and informative.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Sweet was thorough and communicative. The office was freezing cold and terribly uncomfortable. I had to wait in the cold exam room for more than fifteen minutes before being seen.
More than 1 year agoMichael T.Verified patient
Dr. Sweet and his staff are amazing!!!!
July 30, 2021Lenette S.Verified patient
They sent me the paper work ahead of time so I could complete at home. The doctor prepared to see me before he walked in. He spoke knowledgeably of my case and I appreciated his explanation
July 4, 2021Karen K.Verified patient
I found Dr. Sweet to be knowledgeable and caring. He took the time to answer all my questions. I feel confident that I have found the right doctor for my knee issue. Thank you Dr. Sweet!
June 18, 2021Cindy D.Verified patient
Dr. Sweet was very friendly and personable. He took the time to listen and provide a plan for care. I appreciate his input and the help he was able to provide!
June 12, 2021Thomas D.Verified patient
Wasn’t pushy about scheduling a surgery until I talked it over with my wife. Let me know that it wasn’t about if I needed surgery, but when.
May 17, 2021Frank C.Verified patient
Had all the characteristics you were want in a Othropedic Surgeon. Dr Sweet was not only sweet but witty, fit and seems like the guy that will be able to bring my daughters knee back to good working health.
More than 1 year agoMia H.Verified patient
Dr Sweet was very friendly and very thorough.
January 24, 2020Lina B.Verified patient
OK
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
It was okay. I didn't feel he really gave me much time. I mentioned that I thought my knees might be causing additional hip pain, he agreed, but did not check them. He mentioned that there were only 2 views of my hip, and that usually he would see several additional views, but there was no mention of obtaining them. I felt hurried. In his defense, the office was very busy and he was running very late. Not sure how I feel about returning.
August 25, 2019Leeana M.Verified patient
I wrote what my wait time was based on how long I saw the other patients wait. My wait time was longer due to ZocDoc. Dr. Sweet's office had no knowledge of my appointment. Fortunately, they squeezed me in.
July 1, 2019Jana D.Verified patient
Very
February 12, 2019Ernesto G.Verified patient
Grateful I went to Dr. Sweet for the issue with my shoulder. He was informative and descriptive in regards to my injury. Happy to say other than a couple little scars. Healed and no longer have the discomfort or pain I had over a year ago.
Appreciate Dr. Sweet and his staff!
October 5, 2018Kama D.Verified patient
Very personable and knowledgeable !
October 1, 2018Shelley R.Verified patient
Very pleasant.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Front office was a little discombobulated. They mixed up my appointment and said it wasn't for 2 weeks, when I had email confirmation saying otherwise. Lady working desk seemed new, plus the office manager wasn't there who I had been corresponding with, and had my completed forms. Anyway, someone with experience took matters over, and it finally got sorted out. The experience with Dr. Sweet was excellent. Friendly, good bedside manner, but also a straight-shooter, which i appreciate.
January 5, 2018Joshua G.Verified patient
I went in for intermittent wrist pain and for more preventative purposes. I would have appreciated a more direct conversation about what steps I could take now to prevent it from getting worse. I got a general recommendation to take Advil. The intention was to rely less on google and get a professional opinion for appropriate (or professionally discouraged) courses of action but the conversation was vague at best, so I'm left with Google. Regardless, this experience will not discourage me from going back if the pain increases. He was an attentative doctor.
October 13, 2017Initials hidden
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Which hospital is Dr. Stephan Sweet affiliated with?
Dr. Stephan Sweet is affiliated with Saint John's Pleasant Valley Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Stephan Sweet work with?
Dr. Stephan Sweet works with Stephan Sweet MD.
Where is Dr. Stephan Sweet's office located?
Dr. Stephan Sweet has 3 office locations, including in Ventura and Camarillo, view full addresses on Dr. Sweet's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephan Sweet have?
Dr. Stephan Sweet is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Stephan Sweet?
Dr. Stephan Sweet frequently sees patients for Foot Pain, Hand Problems, Knee Problems, Orthopedic Consultation, and Sports Injury. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Stephan Sweet on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Stephan Sweet speak?
Dr. Stephan Sweet speaks English and Spanish.
How do patients rate Dr. Stephan Sweet in reviews?
136 patients have reviewed Dr. Stephan Sweet. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.72/5. They have a 4.81/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.91/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.