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Dr. Zafar Khan, MD

Dr. Zafar Khan, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Zafar Khan, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Fountain Valley, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Maryland at Baltimore in 1998. He is affiliated with medical facilities MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center and UCI Health-Fountain Valley. He is accepting new patients.

2.8 Star Rating
Based on 55 reviews 2.8 Star Rating (55 reviews)

Practice

11160 Warner Ave Ste 311 Fountain Valley, CA 92708

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Dr. Khan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Khan

2.8
55 ratings, 20 with a written review
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Spine problems
My visit was good because he is a Good listener and sets up next steps in treatment. I May not be having surgery like others but he will find a way for me to live without so much pain.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Rhonda – Sep 14, 2022
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Try finding a surgeon that cares.
I think I just paid $10 a minute for a visit that left me in tears. I’ve been seeing a wonderful Ortho but due to insurance and networks not matching up I had to find a new orthopedic surgeon. I was told by the surgeon I trust that I needed to have a diseconomy and fusion from c3-c7 so I was very surprised when doctor Khan wanted to just give me a shot and some pain management. As soon as I questioned him, I believe his ego was insulted, he immediately sent me out of the room and told me to go to the front desk to see one of his colleagues instead. He was rude, short and couldn’t explain my problems. He also told me that c3 and c4 are only connected to tissue so he wasn’t planning to repair that part of my spine if he were to do surgery. I absolutely do not trust him or his opinion. His ratings are low for a reason. Please do yourself a favor and check the reviews before you put your life in a doctors hands.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Debbie – Aug 18, 2022
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Awesome
Having visited for the first time I received a warm and very professional experience. Staff was friendly, helpful and kind. They were well organized. The x-ray staff member showed patience towards me demonstrating exactly how he wished I would best co-operate in order to get a positive response from the x-rays. Dr. Khan communicated a deep compassionte, knowledge and understanding re my case. Meeting him the first time I came away from this experience as though I had known Dr. Khan a long time. Richard Santner
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Richard Santner – May 21, 2022
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Excellent visit
I saw Dr. Khan this week for sciatica, and he was very knowledgeable and professional, and I am feeling better already.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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John – May 14, 2022
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Dr Zadar khan is a amazing surgeon. He performed 2 neck surgery and 1 back surgery and I'm about to have another back surgery. He is very knowledgeable in what he does and is gentle , kind, and patient. He explains to me everything thoroughly and answer any of my questions. I would never let anyone else operate on me only because I trust him 100%. Every surgery has been successful. I have degenerative discs so that is mostly the reason for so many surgery. But I know I'm in the best of hands and care with Dr. Khan. He is truly amazing in all he does.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Anna Farrens – Sep 18, 2021
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Great and professional
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
3 others found this helpful
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Penny Livingston – Jul 19, 2021
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His office goes way out to help with any situation. Dr Kahn answers all questions and does a great job on surgery. His PA is very helpful and understanding. I have had 3 surgeries and all went great
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jackie – Jul 10, 2021
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Dr. Khan is very passionate about his practice he really cares about the patient he makes every effort to make sure you leave his office with a sound mine If you need special attention you get it I needed a back brace he ordered it right away glad to give this review and thank you Dr. Khan for your kind service
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Deborah Vallery – Jun 16, 2021
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2 neck fusions multiple levels few years apart… I would highly recommend getting a second opinion after visiting Dr.Khan. I was foolish not to get a second opinion the first time and even more foolish for allowing him to cut into me the second time. I didn’t even bother looking at ALL his reviews. Dr. Khan has poor bedside manner, is always in a rush and appears to have zero empathy.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Look else where – Jun 13, 2021
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My mother recently had neck surgery by Dr. Khan to bring sensation back to her hands. She walked into the hospital for a 3 day turnaround and now does not have use of her legs. She's been in the hospital for over 11 days with no course of action to help her walk again. I would never recommend this surgeon to anyone. Please do research and find someone else. He has caused her quality of life to be extremely diminished. I wish I could give zero stars.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
11 others found this helpful
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Jaimie – Sep 22, 2019
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Dr. Khan and his Physician's Assistant are direct, kind and well versed in their field. I have degenerative disc disorder and prior to my last back surgery with him I was farm near bedridden from pain. His surgery has given me remarkable relief from the pain that off the charts. Now I am averaging between 5 & 7 on the pain chart. Great staff as well. They have always been very nice and professional. As far as wait times, his office is on par with most doctors. I know he is often double booked and sometimes triple booked, so that bring said, his wait time is remarkable. I have no regrets about going to see Dr. Khan.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Vernetta – Jul 23, 2019
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Dr Khan is awesome! Extremely knowledgeable, professional and understanding. I’m headed toward my 3rd spinal fusion with him. I have disc disease and the discs won’t stop collapsing. He Takes great care and takes time and answers all my questions no matter how busy he is. I have complete faith in this Dr and his abilities bringing me to recommended him many times to others. PA, Ryan is also pretty awesome. As for the office, sometimes I wait a while and sometimes I’m in and out.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Kristine in Seal beach, CA – Jan 13, 2019
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Ive had cervical surgery and now 3 lumbar surgeries. On each occasions I have felt as though he has addressed each issue. He isnt the kind of Dr who will sit down and detail the surgery, you get thst info from the surgical report. But if you keep it real with him, he will respond and not ignore. I highly recommend them
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Terry in Anaheim, CA – May 15, 2018
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Dr Khan is an amazing and talented surgeon and is thorough. He uses other methods of pain relief (injections, physical therapy, etc). He knows you and your case, you're not just a patient ID to him. I do recommend him to anyone who suffers from pain.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Tyler Carroll in Costa Mesa, CA – Sep 18, 2017
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Office staff very slow, and need more professional training to take care of patients.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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syria in lake Forest – Aug 15, 2017
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I had surgery with Dr.Khan in 2010. I was expecting 6 week recovery time but surgery was fast and smooth. I was ready to go back in 2 weeks...but he had me wait a little bit longer. If I had known he could fix me this easily then I wouldon't have done it years before. I was so scared of surgery. I never care about bedside manners as long as they are good at what they do. However, his bedside manner was a pleasant bonus. He went over all options prior to surgery and answered all of my questions.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Nelson in Anaheim, CA – Jan 13, 2017
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Dr. Khan and his PA Brian are awesome! They have great bedside manner and spend time with you. My surgery on my Lumbar spine went well. Dr Khan took the time to explain everything to me and my family. I would definitely recommend Dr Khan to my family and friends. I actually already referred him to a friend!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Christine Morrow in Westminster, CA – Apr 25, 2016
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Terrible experience. Came in for what I thought was a routine back surgery. I had a ruptured disc. Dr khan performed the surgery, which didn't go well. I had to have a 2nd surgery due to spinal fluid leaking from 1st surgery. 2 infections associated with the surgery. It's been 3 years since the surgery and I will never be able to run again...
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
26 others found this helpful
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George in Fountain Valley – Apr 13, 2016
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Skilled surgeon. I am 4 wks. post op and doing terrific thanks to Dr. Kahn and his staff. If you want hand holding like a 5 year old go elsewhere. However, if you educate yourself with your particular injury (via internet) and have five dozen questions, the doctor or Brian (PA) is more than happy to patiently, kindly answer all your questions. Additionally, the office staff is very professional and competent (thanks again Brooke for understanding why I chickened out on initial surgery appt.).
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Hernando Torres in Huntington Beach, CA – Apr 02, 2016
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Never took the time to review any of the MRI films that he had ordered.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
18 others found this helpful
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Huntington Beach, CA – Jan 24, 2016
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Dr. Zafar Khan, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Fountain Valley, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Maryland at Baltimore in 1998. He is affiliated with medical facilities MemorialCare Orange...read more
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  • University Of Maryland At Baltimore

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Kathryn Perkins Tift MD Inc.11160 Warner Ave Ste 311 Fountain Valley, CA 92708
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MemorialCare Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center9920 Talbert Ave Fountain Valley, CA 92708
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Center for Primary Care Medical Group Inc.8700 Warner Ave Ste 140 Fountain Valley, CA 92708
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