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Dr. Derek Dee, MD

Dr. Derek Dee, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Derek Dee, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Huntington Beach, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital and Hoag Hospital Newport Beach. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (27 reviews)

Practice

7146 Edinger Ave Huntington Beach, CA 92647
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Dr. Dee's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Dee

4.4
27 ratings, 12 with a written review
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Dr Dee- Amazing Orthopedic Surgeon
Had a major mountain bike accident where I ended up tearing my Biped, Rotator Cuff, and two other muscles, along with small fractures. I was very worried it would not get back to normal.Dr Dee is amazing and explained thoroughly the process, along with making me feel confident that I will recover back to normal. This been my first surgery, Dr Dee made me feel comfortable and what to expect.The post-op recovery for this type of surgery for the first few weeks was intense. But afterward, with Physical Therapy, Im getting my movement back and healing as expected. Dr Dee even followed up with me to make sure I was recovering well and answered all my questions.Highly recommend Dr Dee and his staff!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Hmail – Dec 19, 2023
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Dr. Dee went above and beyond to address and repair all aspects of my complicated knee surgery. He is a highly skilled & thorough surgeon, explains healing strategies well, and makes sure the follow up care is done completely as possible.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Annette Carden-Dale – Apr 23, 2021
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I had left shoulder surgery October 23 2018 at Robotics Outpatient Center - Roc LA. I had left shoulder impingement syndrome long head of the biceps rupture, rotator cuff disease, acromioclavicular joint degenerative disease and a labral tear and extensive posterior labral tear and posterior complete humeral avulsion glenohumeral ligament tear. I personally was concerned about having surgery because I never had any surgery before in my life but I have to tell you that the surgery went really well, I had no pain what so ever I went to every physical therapy appointment and I have 100% range of motion I have the upmost respect for Dr Dee I think he is a great Dr. And I would recommend him to anyone and I have. My recovery time was exceptional, I went back to work at light duty in 2mos and full duty 2 mos after that, I've been water sking snow sking and throwing chains at work with absolutely no problems. I give Dr Dee 5 stars most definitely
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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Bob – Dec 08, 2020
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I play ice hockey and have torn both shoulders and broke my leg cut my quad,destroyed my knee and Dr Dee has always been there to fix me up and is always there the talk i would recommend him to anyone needing fixing he is worth the drive or wait trust me
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
7 others found this helpful
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Tim G. – Jul 20, 2019
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Doctor Dee was very friendly and is very helpful on my road to recovery.
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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Karen V. – May 21, 2019
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Dr. Dee has been helping me maintain healthy joints for about five years now. He's helped with preventative measures, such as synvisc (and/or orthovisc... I don't remember the name of the one that he uses, but it was great for my knees!); PRP; cortisone, etc. For surgeries, I feel so safe in his hands! He's done a knee repair, a shoulder repair (rotator cuff), and most recently, a labral hip/FAI repair. I feel cared for in medical ways as well as in the emotional support of his office staff.
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
7 others found this helpful
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Lori Townsend in Seal Beach, CA – Mar 29, 2018
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The doctor was very nice and had great bedside manner. He actually spoke to me for more than 5 minutes (wow). I got a PRP injection on my knee and it was a very quick process. PRP works and relieved my pain greatly. Highly recommend Dr. Dee!
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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Santa Ana, CA – Aug 01, 2017
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I was looking for alternative options for ACL surgery and Dr. Dee recommended stem cell injection therapy. This treatment method was foreign news to me, but Dr. Dee explained it in such great detail that i decided to give it a go. With months of chronic knee pain, I was desperate. Let me tell ya... WOW! The results were spectacular. I felt immediate pain relief within a week or so after. Best part is... I did not need a knee replacement.
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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Randy in Seal Beach, CA – Jul 13, 2017
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Dr. Dee is wonderful!!! I have played beach volleyball most of my life but one day I took the wrong step. He ordered me an MRI and gave me a PRP injection. It worked wonderfully! I would recommend all my friends to him Thank you so much Dr Dee!
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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Becky in Los Alamitos – Apr 28, 2017
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This has been the WORST experience. I had an appointment with Dr. Dee, had my MRI, went to make another follow up appointment, come to find out he moved his office without notifying his patients. THEN the billing nightmare! I have an HSA but they wouldn't take it, insisting I send a check. After a couple of billing cycles and continuing arguments, I finally sent a check. The check cleared and they CONTINUE to bill me. WHAT in the world is the problem here? AVOID at ALL costs!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Los Alamitos, CA – Apr 20, 2017
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I had a meniscus tear and consulted with him to get knee surgery. Dr. Dee made the entire process really easy. He explained everything in detail to me and made me feel at ease. Now, I can prepare for my marathon again. Thanks doc!
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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David in Huntington Beach, CA – Mar 14, 2017
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Dr Dee performed A rotator cuff surgery on my left should with a complete tear.I had pretty much full range of motion in under 6 month.Would trust him to do the other if necessary.
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
9 others found this helpful
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Tom schlauch in Long Beach, CA – Sep 16, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Hi! My name is Derek Dee and I believe that every patient has his or her own unique needs, so my treatment and recovery plan is customized to suit your specific requirement. My goal is to make you regain the pre-injury form as soon as possible,...read more

biography

Dr. Derek Dee has been practicing Orthopedic surgery for more than 20 years. He has been serving the Los Angeles and Huntington Beach area.
  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Sports Medicine

  • Pediatric Sports Medicine

  • Men's Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedics

  • Family Sports Medicine

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  • Lake Tahoe Orthopedic Institute

    Fellowship Hospital, 2002
  • Orthopedic Specialty Institute

    Fellowship Hospital, 2001
  • University Of California, Irvine

    Internship Hospital, 1997
  • University Of Southern California Keck School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1996
  • Stanford University, Palo Alto, Ca

    Undergraduate School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
American Board of Medical Specialties
Sports Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Office7146 Edinger Ave Huntington Beach, CA 92647
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions
The Elizabeth Center for Cancer Detection1127 Wilshire Blvd Ste 1000 Los Angeles, CA 90017
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Office1050 Linden Ave Fl 3 Long Beach, CA 90813
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Office7801 Center Ave Ste 202 Huntington Beach, CA 92647
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Hoag Hospital Newport Beach

    1 Hoag Dr
    Newport Beach, CA 92663
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    17% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo

    27700 Medical Center Rd
    Mission Viejo, CA 92691
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital

    1225 Wilshire Blvd
    Los Angeles, CA 90017
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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