Michael Yao-Jen Chang

An excellent service and friendly visit and meeting . Dr Chang is a knowledable orthopedist.

I have severe scoliosis, Dr Chang knew exactly where to inject cortisone to relieve the pain. He is amazingly good. ????

Dr Michael Chang’s services an expertise has always been apprrciated and respected. Having said that, I would recommend Michael to anyone who requires an Orthopedic evaluation.

I see doctor Chang in Brentwood. He is a great doctor and always explains everything to you and than asks if you have any questions. He is a very friendly and caring doctor. He always greets you in a happy mood with a smile on his face.

I was seen by Dr. Chang in the Brentwood office. WOW! He is a fantastic doctor who listens, lets you talk, and actually gives treatment recommendations that are the best for your unique situation. He recognizes that not all back patients should be treated the same. After 6 back surgeries I know I do not fit the cookie cutter mold like most. What was truly remarkable is, he knew too!! My pain never goes away, but it is totally tolerable once again, and Dr. Chang told me he was there if I needed him anytime. I now have confidence in knowing I am in good hands for my back needs!!

My referral to Dr Chang was a turning point in my life. His treatments give me the ability to work, and he has always used the latest science and the best of care to keep me functioning as well as I can. Dr Chang remains upbeat despite the issues he confronts, and is superb in dealing with people. If you have an opportunity to see Dr Chang, I think you’d be crazy not to.

Dr. Chang is one of my favorites. Always answers any questions. He is very efficient, friendly and to the point.

Dr. Chang is a very knowledgeable doctor who cares about his patients. He listens and answers questions openly and honestly. I would highly recommend him!

Mr Chang openly referred to past patients as “retards” in front of myself & staff. ZERO empathy for disabled people. No 1on1 time. Won’t even discuss what I’m uncomfortable with. Only interested in surgical procedures. VERY VERY quick to judge

Dr. Chan is the best. I tried everything when my back started to hurt last year. I could not do physical therapy because it hurt too bad. Chiropractic did not help. Finally, I got in to see Dr. Chan & he thought I would benefit from an epidural injection. When I finally got the injection, I felt like he had performed a miracle. My life improved my practically overnight. After months of not being able to do very much at all, I could where I wanted without worrying that I would not be able to walk back. I still have to curtail some of my activities but I am so grateful. Now that I know how awful it is to have this sort of back pain, it horrifies me that people sometimes have to wait for years to get authorization for a procedure that will relieve them of pain. Thank you, Dr. Chan

Dr. Chang had a group of colleagues to help with gathering information on my case. He seems extremely knowledgeable about low back pain and its ramifications. He is a good listener and gave me options how to manage my symptoms When I asked for more diagnostic evaluation, he was very responsive. I plan to see him again in follow up to help resolve my symptoms.

Dr. Chang is a great doctor. Listens to you and cares a lot about your overall physical well-being. I've been seeing him for three years now. Can't picture going to anyone else. Office staff is on the ball. The only complaint I have is how long it takes to get an appointment. They're so busy that appointments are a ways out.

Dr. Chang was very knowledgeable about his work. He took his time with me and made me comfortable with the procedure. He answered ALL my questions. I was happy that my appointment was with him.

Dr. Chang is amazing! He reviewed my MRI and was immediately able to see and diagnose the problems I was experiencing thru review of the imaging. He then came up with a treatment plan. He is extremely personable and has a terrific bedside manner when performing surgical procedures. He is very knowledgeable and his staff is amazing too. I highly recommend him.

Dr Chang takes the time to listen & answer all my questions; he explained the process to me to allay my fears & let me make my decisions. The procedure was just as he explained, was efficient, with better than expected results & follow up was great. I know I’m in good care.

Dr Chang is an incredible doctor, and a true life saver in my case. In addition to his exceptional stewardship of my neuro-muscular injury, he truly looks out for the patient's greater good and is always on the leading edge by being very active in his field. His ability to listen attentively and analyze a patient's condition while considering the big picture are very unique in this world of specialists. Dr Chang's personality is extremely upbeat and it is evident that he truly cares about his patients and his work. I could not recommend a doctor more highly.

Dr Chang is an incredible doctor, and a true life saver in my case. In addition to his exceptional stewardship of my neuro-muscular injury, he truly looks out for the patient's greater good and is always on the leading edge by being very active in his field. His ability to listen attentively and analyze a patient's condition while considering the big picture are very unique in this world of specialists. Dr Chang's personality is extremely upbeat and it is evident that he truly cares about his patients and his work. I could not recommend a doctor more highly.

Short answer: Rushes appointments. Doesn’t follow up with patients. Doesn’t explain procedures. Doesn’t explain diagnosis well. Made an error during a spinal injection procedure. Office staff is friendly but has made multiple errors causing great delay in my care. Some details: He seems kind to his staff, chats with them about his life but treats patients like cattle. He is dismissive. He speaks over his patients to his staff instead of talking to patients about plan of care. Twice he has abruptly left the room to ‘check on something’ and not come back. He was distractedly chatting with staff during a back procedure and made an error causing me pain. He apologized but was mostly flippant about the whole thing. I’m still in pain but getting ahold of him to discuss my next steps is daunting.

I had a fine experience with Dr. Chang.

Dtor Chang is my spinal and knee doctor for about 3 years now . I am happy with his care !! I am recommended him .

Dr. Chang had been my orthopaedic doctor for almost 2 years. He is very knowledgeable and attentive doctor who listens to the patient to find the best possible solution to the problem. He helps me maintain my back pain under control without any surgery which was my dream. He is always ready to refer his patients to other specialists for possible solutions. I was lucky to get him as my doctor. Thank you Dr. Michael Chang. Yelena

Dr. Chang barely spent 10 minutes talking to me over the course of 3 appointments with him. He never did a physical exam. He was seeing several patients per hour and was very rushed. He joked about my pain during a procedure. He missed major problems with my hip and shoulder because he stopped looking when the first MRI he ordered didn’t explain the pain I’ve had for 10 years. I switched to a new doctor who immediately ordered more imaging and found the sources of my pain.

Excellent orthopedist. Great to work with and he listens. I totally trust him.

I had an appointment with Dr Chang in Brentwood Dec. 9. At that appt it was determined that an approval would be sought for Dr Chang to perform a procedure On Dec 30 I received notification from my insurance company that the procedure had been approved. I was (and have never been) contacted by Dr Chang about this. On Jan 4 I called office 3 times. [How long will they continue to use COVID-19 as an excuse for poor customer telephone response?] I finally got in touch with someone how said that this procedure was not on Dr Chang’s chart, so she couldn’t schedule it. She said she would get a message to Dr Chang. It is Jan 10, I have not heard from Dr Chang. I called today, person answering knew nothing about anything. She said she would get a message to Dr Chang. I am not holding my breath. I have had it with Dr Chang and Golden State Ortho’s very poor patient service.

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Dr Chang has taken a helpful interest in my back aliment. He is a bit brief, but knowing I he has other patients I understand. Thus far he has suggested PT, but because I am not driving at this time I have yet to go. The Brentwood facility is more easier for me to get to, but they are presently full, and had no space for a new patient. Dr Chang has taken a helpful interest in my back aliment. He is a bit brief, but knowing I he has other patients I understand. Thus far he has suggested PT, but because I am not driving at this time I have yet to go. The Brentwood … More

I experienced total professionalism and kindness. Everything was done with kindness far above what I had expected. I loved the smiles on all their faces like they totally loved taking care of me.

Dr Chang is extremely friendly and competent. The staff members are always caring. A minor complain is that on occasions, the wait time is a big long.

DR CHANG is the best! Love his happy jolly personality, and his seriousness at the same time. Awesome bedside manner. He has helped me with my back pain. Tx succsessful, and pain free for the most part. Will continue tx with him.he cares about his patients.

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Dr. Chang was very patient with my many questions and both very personable and professional.

Dr. Chang gets great results and has a great bedside manor. My back relief has been amazing!

Dr. Chang is the best at keeping my pain under control. I have been seeing him for about ten years and would recommend him to all my friends.

I could not have asked for better care. I was particularly grateful for his warm smile and that he answered my questions patiently.

Dr. Chang is a very caring doctor and very good at what he does. I have had chronic neck pain since March and he always goes out of his way to get his patients on the schedule for needed procedures. The only reason I am not giving him 5 stars is that communication could be better with staff.

Dr. Chang is personable, great knowledge and professional! He truly is the best!!!!!!

Dr Chang is excellent. He was able to move quickly to set me up with diagnostics and procedures to help manage my pain. His staff is very efficient and caring.

Chang was thinking I was faking my nerve pains that I was having that shoot down my legs on a daily. I am a 53 year old women , I have better things to do. So after Chang gave me a nerve damage test he admitted that I had nerve damage and said he was so sorry .... I gave him 2 stars 1 because he admitted when he was wrong. second star was for having a great staff. I stopped going to Chang and found wonderful doctors at IPM.

I have been seeing Dr Chang for a few years and he has helped me immensely. And I like him very much.

Dr. Chang is a very competent, responsible and attentive physician who has seen me for my lower back pain and sciatica. He is also very skillful on pain management treatment.

Not thrilled with the total lack of follow-up. Dr. has not provided any information for me to take positive preventative measures for back pain; and, did not feel it necessary to see me for a 2-week follow-up after spinal injection, as required by surgical unit personnel. It's now going to take me 7-10 days (after I pay him) to finally get my MRI and other medical information from his office so I can give it to my NEW doctor!

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This md is convinced if you are a lb. overweight this is the problem. He never made any serious attempt to find my real pain. After being laid up I am again fit and guess what I'm still in pain. He is very prejudiced of this. I had very many unsuccessful cortisone shots in my back a very painful disco gram....which is a very barbaric invasive test to the spine that isn't even awknowledged by a real neurosurgeon, but they don't tell you that. I despise this physicians care. What a painful waste of time. Get a referral to a neurosurgeon and don't let this guy touch you!!!! My pain was worse when I left after being stabbed in the spine so many unsuccessful times.

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Dr. Chang gets the job done right. I've had pain for years, and had not been able to manage it right until I saw Dr. Chang. Dr. Chang explained things to me in ways that treated me like an intelligent human being. He tried different things, and customized the treatment to me. I think Dr. Chang is one of the best trained and most knowledgeable pain doctors out there. He has tools to help those of us more than the usual one or two things. I highly recommend Dr. Chang.

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Dr. Chang is skilled, professional and warm and smart. He is exactly what you want a doctor to be. I would (and have) recommended him to friends and family.

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Dr. Chang was more than an hour late for my appointment and spent barely 5 minutes rushing through the exam. He did not make any serious attempt to diagnose my problem, and in my opinion did nothing whatsoever to help me.

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