DR DONALD LEWIS

Dr. Lewis is professional and knowledgeable. I was pleased with the outcome of my problem(trigger finger). I highly recommend him. Georgina Borke

Dr. Lewis is straight and to the point. Great surgeon. Repaired my trigger finger and rotator cuff. Already saw him again this year for a new issue . I recommend him to anyone who needs a excellent surgeon.

Doctor Lewis has done a surgery on my hand and I am having another surgery on my figure. I couldn’t be happier to know that a professional doctor (dr Lewis) is doing my surgery.

Dr Lewis was very nice as soon as he walked in the room he was he is a great doctor and he treated me very nice and made me feel at ease and I went again on the second time. He was also the same person that I had seen before, and I feel very Comfortable with his way to treat me as a patient. I like them a lot. Thank you.

Dr. Lewis is quick, efficient, polite, understands your problem and gets to the heart of treating you to heal. He also gives you options to choose from does not force any unwanted treatment. Highly recommend Dr. Lewis! Thanks Doc! 👍

Love Dr Lewis! He is very professional and makes you feel comfortable. He involves you in your care and makes sure you know pros and cons. I highly recommend.

I have been helped by Dr Lewis twice, once for a broken hand and more recently for a broken wrist. He also performed carpal tunnel surgery for my wife. I happen to be a dentist, so my hands are very important to me. Dr Lewis is the best around, I wouldn't hesitate to seek care from Dr Lewis.

This is THE best surgeon for any hand related problems. I first met Dr. Lewis about 6 days after I had cut my finger almost off. After some questions he chuckled at my answer and replied that it would have been better if I came before I did it. This man reconnected all the whatevers and the finger that probably wouldn't work actually works perfectly. Here I am again, 5 yrs.later for carpel tunnel. Happy to report he did his usual, fantastic work. Dr. Lewis and his team are awsome! His demeanor is calm and reassuring. Absolutely no anxiety needed here.

I  just want to state that I don't praise someone unless the subject deserves my total respect and confidence.  I had the good judgement to decide to see Dr. Donald Lewis, among other alternatives, to find relief for pain in my right hand and shoulder.  The first time I consulted with Dr. Lewis, I confirmed my intuition that he was as academically knowledgeable and as relatable/caring to patients as I require my doctors to be.   After listening to the description of my pain issues, x-rays , and MRI taken,  I got a shocking double diagnosis: GOUT in r/hand; torn tendon/damage in arm/shoulder. I decided to have the needed surgery and I'm now recuperating from it. WHAT A DIFFERENCE.  I have the honor to have been operated by/and being under the care of one of the best orthopedists in the business.  Dr. Lewis is an outstanding member and a pride to his profession.  I recommend Dr. Lewis to anybody that needs to place their health in the best hands...literally.

Dr. Donald Lewis help me loose a lot of pain in both of my shoulders thanks doc keep up the good work

I was seen quickly and efficiently throughout my visit. Dr. Lewis promptly diagnosed my problem and offered alternatives for treatment. I was happy with my visit.

Dr Lewis repaired my right shoulder rotator cuff injury. There was a lot of damage that he cleaned up while I was under his care. He did a great job and now will get the call for any future need.

Dr Lewis is a very good doctor. He is funny, caring, informative and listens to his patients. This is my second survey with him, I trust him.

Doctor Donald Lewis had done a wonderful hand surgery on my left hand. I am referring Doctor Lewis to everyone I know that are having hand problems. I also want to say how wonderful the Physical therapy department is everyone works well together and are very professional. So my whole experience with doctor Lewis has been very smooth and professional experience.

I was referred to Dr. Lewis for a minor surgery on my finger. From the beginning he was professional, kind and made sure my questions were answered. Dr. Lewis assured me that my surgery would be smooth and I would have no troubles. Dr. Lewis acknowledged my concerns about anesthesia and again assured me of a successful surgery. All went as planned and the surgery and recovery went smoothly. I was especially impressed with Dr. Lewis’ confidence, kindness and respect for my concerns. I recommend Dr. Lewis and would not hesitate to return if I need surgery again.

Dr Lewis is a true pro and has a great ability to explain the process

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Dr, Lewis has did 2 surgery for me years ago maybe 20yrs ? I recently had to see him. Great at listening! Nice guy, would recommend Dr. Lewis.

Dr. Lewis is extremely knowledgeable, experienced and professional. Along with all those good things he is friendly and helpful, what more could you ask!

I found Doctor Lewis to be very professional and have been delightfully pleased that the cortisone injection for my “trigger finger” worked! Thank you Doctor Lewis for your expertise.

I had metacarpalphalangeal fusion on both thumbs, not at the same time. Dr. Lewis and his team couldn't have taken better care of me. Both surgeries were successful, the pain is gone.

I've met Dr Lewis a few weeks ago. So far everything is good. He's super nice and all of the staff is very nice too. Follow up soon. I'll keep you posted when I get the surgery done

I have had both torn rotator cuff shoulder surgery and hand surgery with outstanding results. Dr. Lewis clearly explains the pluses and minuses of each procedure. He also provides clear guardrails for active people like myself. For that I am most appreciative. I highly recommend Dr. Lewis for treatment in his specialty areas.

Dr Lewis is amazing! I've been dealing with an extremely painful work injury in my wrist for the last year going from doctor to doctor for each one to misdiagnose me or tell me nothing was wrong and making me feel crazy. Dr Lewis took the time to do a thorough exam to figure out what it was and gave me some options for treatment while being open and honest. You can tell he really cares for his patients :)

I’ve recently received rotator cuff surgery at John Muir. My surgeon was Dr. Donald Lewis. I had an exceptional experience with Dr Lewis. As a result of his current medical practices he introduced me to the Regeneten patch to repair my torn tendon. This relatively new technology is a game changer. The surgery and the recovery is so much less painful and quicker than the traditional repair. I am very pleased with Dr Lewis for introducing me to this rotator cuff repair solution. I would highly recommend you discuss your shoulder issues with Dr Lewis to see if the Regeneten patch is a solution for your shoulder repair.

I had an excellent experience with Dr.Donald Lewis, who is a skilled and knowledgeable orthopedic surgeon. He provided excellent care and a successful outcome for my procedure.

I am very happy that Dr.Donald Lewis has always been there when I needed him to help me with the severe pain from my past surgeries. He is very friendly and professional and takes the time to explain things and also what follow up if any is reqired.

Very welcoming and knowledgeable. Know their stuff

Highly recommended.

Dr lewis excellent dr

Dr Lewis is the best hand specialist!! Thank you, my trigger finger is gone! You really are the best! Wanda B.

Dr.Lewis has very good bedside manners. Although he is very busy, he tries his best not to make you feel rushed. I highly recommend Dr. Lewis. Doctors recently seem to be rushed and may treat you like a number. I hope Dr. Lewis stays the same.

Deeply experienced, personable and very at ease, Dr. Lewis let’s you take the lead in your healing journey in a supportive and compassionate way. My carpal tunnel and trigger thumb surgery has been smooth and easy.

Dr. Lewis is very thoughtful and compassionate about his practice. He’s dedicated to making sure he can make my pain less and my life better for it. I highly recommend him!

Dr Lewis performed my carpal tunnel surgery, less than 2 months ago, and he did an amazing job. I'm fully relieved of the pain and issues I was having in that hand and arm. I truly couldn't be happier and just scheduled to have the other side done! Ease of scheduling and short wait times have also been a plus for me. I'd absolutely recommend Dr Lewis!

I have “Dupuytren's Contracture” and need a 4th hand surgery. I was so pleased with my 3rd surgery from Dr Lewis and his fabulous staff that I made an appointment w/o hesitation. My reasons for going back to Dr Lewis are numerous, never any pain(none), good results, and best of all fast recovery(I was using a roto-tiller 3 weeks after surgery). I highly recommend his entire team.

Dr Lewis I highly recommend. My left thumb tendon got severed and I could not bend it to grip anything. He explained surgery and was very thorough. This was years ago and it bends as well as my right thumb! Also I go to him for follow ups on my rt wrist which had trauma surgery years ago by a different Dr.

I'm six weeks post surgery for rotator cuff and bicep repair.  I've experienced NO PAIN!   When there nerve block wore off, I had no need for the prescribed pain medication.   I had heard many stories of how painful shoulder surgery was, but my experience with Dr. Lewis was just the opposite.  Now I'm eager to get on with PT and regain full use of my dominant arm.

Dr Lewis is a professional who takes time with his patients, answers all their questions and is responsive to their concerns. I would recommend him to anyone.

Dr. Lewis performed surgery on my broken wrist and restored range of motion and strength to the damaged area. He is very confidence-inspiring. He does take care of business briskly at consultation, so come prepared with any questions.

Had a great experience with sequoia surgery center and dr Lewis from initial appt, surgery check in front desk staff, nursing, surgery checkout, and after care. Highly recommended.

I saw Dr. Lewis for a broken finger. He is kind, patient, compassionate and professional. Absolutely lovely. I would definitely go see him again if needed.

Dr. Lewis made me feel very comfortable. His knowledge and expertise made me feel confident that I’ll be in good hands in getting a surgery done. Now after surgery is complete, I cannot say enough great things about Dr. Lewis and his team. I would highly recommend.

So far, so good. Still in recovering/rehab on my dupetryn's contracture surgery. But, my surgery went well. Hand is straight. Working on bending fingers again. Really not sure what all the negative reviews are all about. Sounds like a case of it being a problem with the patient, not the doctor. Look, going to the Dr. for things like surgery suck. You're not going to be coddled and babied. Sorry if the bedside manner was too direct for you. Grow up and deal with it. Dr. Lewis, AND all the staff have been nothing but great, every time. Will update if something changes...

Highly recommend Dr. Lewis! He made me feel very comfortable during my appointment and discussed all of my concerns. If I have any other issues I will definitely go back to him.

I recently saw Dr. Lewis for pain in my shoulder. He gave me a very thorough evaluation and determined possible bursitis. He suggested I have a cortisone shot and start PT. He was very understanding and answered all my questions and concerns. I was able to get X-rays, speak with him, and get the shot all within 30 minutes of arriving to his office. I would highly recommend Dr. Lewis!

Dr Lewis is excellent. Operated on both my wrists. He is an excellent surgeon . His bed side manner is terrific.

I had great success with the repair of my trigger thumb and my trigger middle finger. He is an excellent hand surgeon who manipulated the tendons without me having to have surgery. I highly recommend him.

I highly recommend Dr. Lewis and his team if you need hand surgery.  I recently had surgery on my hand and had an excellent result.  As a physician, my hands are quite valuable for my livelihood.  Prior to seeing Dr. Lewis, I spoke with a few different hand surgeons and they had great respect for their colleague and stated that he is an excellent surgeon. From the pre-op through the surgery, I had an flawless experience.  All the staff was very nice, but I was especially impressed by the physician assistant Joe Torres, PA.  He was very knowledgeable about the different treatment options and had me well prepared as far as what to expect during and after surgery.  Thanks again Dr. Lewis and Joe Torres, PA and the staff at Muir Orthopedics.

I'm very grateful to Dr. Lewis. When my daughter was 5 years old she fell and broke her elbow. I was told the break went through two growth plates, her arms may grow to be different lengths and she may never have full use of that arm. She needed emergency surgery and they called in Dr. Lewis. Thanks to Dr. Lewis, my daughter, who is now 22, has full use of her arm and there were never any issues with growth. She has only a scar the size of a pea. Dr. Lewis is a highly skilled surgeon and I would recommend him to anyone.

Had ulnar nerve transposition surgery. The scar is incredibly small. Healing was quick. Don't expect to chat much with the doc. He's busy and moves quickly. That said i wasn't there to chat. I was there to get the best surgeon in the East Bay for my particular issue.

I would like to thank Natalie B. the Front Office Manager for getting back to me and clearing up my issue with this doctors office. Turns out the doctor who did my surgery has not done a post operation report which is why they were unable to move forward and get me an appointment for a second opinion. Hopefully I can get into see Dr. Lewis before my next surgery to help clear up some of my questions but whether I do or not once again I'd like to thank Natalie for clearing things up.

Really terrific surgeon. My carpal tunnel issues kept me up most of the night, especially after heavy usage days. I had the surgery less than 3 weeks ago and have had a full night sleep ever since surgery. Post-surgery pain was minimal, only took a few Tylenol the first week. Already have almost full hand flexibility and rapidly regaining strength. No problem driving, dressing, holding a pen and doing other daily tasks. Should soon be able to chop vegetables. PA Joe Torres is fantastic. Patient and thorough when explaining the procedure and after care

I went to Dr. Lewis due to a trigger finger. I had had trigger finger release in the past with a very good doctor in Oakland, Dr. Lee. However, Dr. Lewis' procedure was different. He performed a very simple procedure right in the office. I had a little bit of lidocaine to numb it. He then inserted another needle to scrape the sheath inside. There was no incision. After 8-10 minutes of that, he had me check to see if it was still "catching." It was not. It was so simple! The recovery was very little. There was a little soreness for a few days. 5-8 days later, I forgot I had even had the procedure done. He tells me that others don't use this procedure. I was pretty happy with the results of the past "trigger finger release" I had had and felt the doctor was very competent. However, with a little incision, the healing was quite a bit more extensive. My only suggestion to Dr. Lewis' office is to have some ice packs to send people home with. I did a lot of ice for a day or two and I think that helped it heal quickly. Good luck if you are going to try this! Thank you!

My daughter smashed her thumb rolling a wagon down the side of our hill late in the evening.  I called Dr. Lewis and he was thankfully in the area and made a house call.  He was professional, gentle, caring, and really thorough when examining my daughters thumb.  Luckily it was not broken but Dr. Lewis offered to see my daughter the following day for x-Rays if necessary.  Thank you, Dr. Lewis for the peace of mind and your extra special care!

I had been having pain in my shoulder from an old sports injuries and now some arthritis. Dr. Lewis is familiar with most sports injuries. At first he gave me a shot of cortisone and scheduled physical rehab because he said I should avoid surgery if I can. That worked fine for about a year but the arthritis became worse and we scheduled surgery. The staff at pre-op was extremely professional and did many checks to ensure everything was in order. The anesthesiologist had called me the night before to go over the procedures and expectations and how the nerve block would work. The operation was over before I knew it. Don't expect Dr. Lewis to be patiently waiting at your side holding your hand and gently stroking your hair while you regain consciousness. He's no Florence Nightingale. However, a few minutes after I came to he gave me a concise and complete rundown of how the surgery went and all of the details I needed. As I was being rolled out to my car he came by again and reviewed the operation and recovery and explained in detail my injuries and repairs he did. He seemed almost enthusiastic about it too. When I went back three days after the operation I saw the PA who is a great guy and spent time with me checking my range of motion. Everything was fine so Dr. Lewis didn't need to see me. I did see him after six weeks and he went over again the injuries, repair procedures and checked my progress. He really seems to enjoy and take pride in his work, a real professional.

I drove 4 1/2 hours for Dr. Lewis to correct my Dupuytren's contracture using the Xiaflex treatment. That meant spending the night and a follow up manipulation. It was a totally positive experience. I went to him because I researched his experience, training and knowledge online. I wanted someone who does this a lot...not a few of times a year. He and his staff worked with my travel needs getting me in and out so I could navigate  thru the Bay Area and miss heavy traffic. I was impressed with how efficient Muir Orthopaedic was. I was seen within a few minutes of my scheduled time. Dr Lewis is personable, tells it like it is and KNOWS WHAT HE IS DOING. I wanted the best possible outcome for my hand and I got it.  Because this was not my first visit to him I was able to send him some pictures of my finger  beforehand and talk with him on the phone which saved an extra trip. If you are considering treatment for  DuPuytren's contracture I highly recommend Dr. Lewis.You have to understand that because of injections to the hand, which is very sensitive, it is not pain free. But the recovery time is fast and it beats having a finger that limits your ability to do everyday tasks. Thanks Dr Lewis

Thanks Dr. Lewis...U did a great job! My left and right Carpal Tunnel Surgery was a great relief. Though it still hurt sometimes but generally, the numbness and the sleepless nights were gone. More power to you and your team especially to Joe Torres...Happy Holidays!

This review is being written specifically for people who are in need of rotator cuff repair.  Four months ago I was in your situation, perusing Yelp and other online medical forums looking to find some constructive feedback about Dr Donald Lewis.  Surprisingly, there wasn't a word written anywhere about his proficiency at repairing shoulders.  If you are considering Dr Lewis for rotator cuff surgery, hopefully these words will offer some peace of mind. Just over seven months ago I took a nasty fall and landed squarely on my left shoulder.  The pain was sharp and persistent.  After ten weeks I still couldn't lift my arm above my head.  My chiropractor diagnosed me with impingement syndrome and strongly urged me to get an MRI.  That MRI revealed a massive tear in my rotator cuff with a torn bicep tendon.  Due to the severity of damage, Muir Orthopedic Specialists expedited my appointment with Dr Lewis.  They scheduled me for the following day.   Prior to meeting with Dr Lewis I met with physician's assistant, Joe Torres.  Another Yelper complained about having to meet with the PA versus the doctor himself. That's on her, not Dr Lewis.  As is their policy, MOS always gives you the option to meet with the surgeon.  More to the point, Joe IS the guy you want to meet with first.  He is knowledgeable and has a great bedside manner.  Unlike some doctors, Joe will actually sit down while having a conversation, and then give you all the time in the world within reason to ask questions.  Joe played a key role in my decision to move forward with Dr Lewis.   After breaking the bad news about my rotator cuff, Joe laid out my options. He made it crystal clear that I needed surgery ASAP, and that I didn't have the luxury of procrastination.  Had I waited and allowed my shoulder to atrophy any further, surgery would have no longer been an option and my arm would have more than likely become permanently disabled.  After a quick call to my wife I made the decision to move forward with surgery.   At that point Dr Lewis entered the room to introduce himself.  He may not be one to chat you up about how you spent summer vacation, but for someone to call him "mean" or "rude" is absurd.  I would describe him as warm, personable and caring.  More importantly, Dr Lewis is one of the most gifted shoulder surgeons in the Bay Area.   He successfully repaired extensive damage in my shoulder, performing three separate procedures, all through four tiny slits that are almost invisible today.  After reading my MRI report, my physical therapist told me he was highly impressed with Dr Lewis' work.  He said he didn't think it was possible to do those kind of repairs via arthroscopic surgery.     For the benefit of Yelp executives I would like to add this final observation:  Your review process for healthcare professionals leaves something to be desired.  Snarky comments may be amusing for restaurant reviews, but they don't add much value to someone who is in need of a competent surgeon to improve the quality of their life.  One whiny reviewer claimed she had to wait "hours before several appointments."  That is baloney.  I've been to MOS 11 times this past summer; never once did I have to wait longer than ten minutes to see my doctor.    Because they are in such high demand, MOS is almost always busy.  Even so, they still run the operation like a fine Swiss watch when it comes to being punctual.   This lady's entire review was suspicious and a complete waste of my time.  What's even more suspicious, is that for every 1 star review of Dr Lewis  - no matter how poorly written, it received exactly  8 "useful" votes.  Not only were these reviews useless, the coincidence struck me as being shady.   If Yelp really wanted to tighten up their reviews and improve the value of their service, they  would add a category:  "retarded!"  along with :funny" and "useful". In closing, if you are easily traumatized because your doctor forgets to give you a lollipop at the end of your visit, Dr Lewis is probably not your guy.  However, if you have a serious shoulder injury and are looking for one of the most skilled orthopedic surgeons in the Bay Area to make you whole again, you will find no better than Dr Donald Lewis.

If you have dupuytrens you may not know what is available else where. Dr Lewis is the only Dr. I would trust with my hands and I have been to several different doctors.. each Dr. wanted to[ do surgery, Dr Lewis has been able to do Needle Aponeurotomy on two of my fingers, It is an art and you must know what you are doing. Dr Lewis has been doing this procedure for years and is excellent.. I had a 100% recovery on both fingers. Unfortunately, the abnormality always does come back,, sometimes years later. I don't have to consider surgery because of the excellent ability of Dr. Lewis . Dupuytrens is hereditary I don't have a choice.. I am fortunate that I can choose a Dr as capable as Dr. Lewis. I own a skin care clinic and depend on my hands for my work. Regarding the comments I read on rudeness I don't agree at all. He is a very "matter of fact" type person..He doesn't waste time and I have never felt rushed. He has always answered all my questions. He has been a blessing in my life.

Dr. Lewis did another surgery on my left wrist and elbow and it was done quick and as always Dr. Lewis and his staff made me feel very relax and calm for my surgery and have kept in touch with me after operation. I highly recommend Dr. Lewis and trust him with any surgery he would do.

Dr. Lewis did another surgery on my left wrist and elbow and it was done quick and as always Dr. Lewis and his staff made me feel very relax and calm for my surgery and have kept in touch with me after operation.  I highly recommend Dr. Lewis and trust him with any surgery he would do.

Dr Lewis was wonderful with my 13 year old daughters surgery it could not have gone better! She actually told me that having surgery was kind of fun. I want to say thank you to Dr lewis and his staff for making such a traumatic experience easier