South Orange County Orthopaedics

Orthopedics • San Clemente, CA

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About

Sea View Orthopaedic Medical Group is a San Clemente-based orthopedic practice offering both operative and non-operative care. Their fellowship-trained surgeons specialize in sports medicine, arthritis, and hand surgery, with services spanning fractures, sports and pediatric injuries, arthritic conditions, hand/wrist/shoulder issues, knee, foot & ankle, and related conditions. They operate from two San Clemente offices and serve Orange County and Southern California, aiming to return patients to active, productive lifestyles. Contact: (949) 364-2154 or (949) 661-2423.

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Clinic Type

Orthopedics

Address

653 Camino de los Mares #109, San Clemente, CA 92673

Phone

949-661-2423

Email

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Opening Hours

Monday–Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; Saturday Closed; Sunday Closed

Website

https://www.socortho.com/location/ca/san-clemente

Services Offered

Shoulder
Foot & Ankle
Knee
Hand & Wrist
Elbow
PT/OT
Trigger Finger Release
Carpal Tunnel Release
Xiaflex Hand Contracture
General Orthopaedics
Online appointment
Patient education
Patient forms
Medical insurance information
Accessibility

Team

Mark Elzik — MD
Michael J. Fitzpatrick — MD
Samuel W. Park — MD
Herbert Eidt — MD
William Wang — MD
Adam Franklin — MD
Dr. Gus G. Gialamas — MD

Insurance & Payment

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Languages Spoken

English

FAQs

- Select One -Crown Valley Parkway, Mission Viejo, CACamino de los Mares, San Clemente, CA

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- Select One -Mark Elzik, MD Michael J. Fitzpatrick, MD Samuel W. Park, MD Herbert Eidt, MD William Wang, MD Adam Franklin, MD Dr. Gus G. Gialamas

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed

South Orange County Orthopaedics (San Clemente): 4.7/5 (44 total reviews)
South Orange County Orthopaedics (San Clemente office page): 4.71/5 (45 reviews)
Dr. Nicholas D. Stekas (Vitals): 5.0/5 (1 review)
Dr. Nicholas Stekas (WebMD): 5.0/5 (4 ratings / 4 reviews)

Patients praise

Surgeons described as kind, compassionate, and skilled (e.g., Dr. Stekas; Dr. Franklin/Dr. Gialamas)
Clear communication and thorough explanations of conditions and treatment plan
On-site imaging and organized staff mentioned in Yelp review
Patients report good surgical outcomes and support through recovery

Common complaints

Billing and billing-office issues (e.g., 'billing department is a train wreck', slow/no help, no records)
Reception/front-desk problems such as rudeness, long waits, and appointment cancellations without notice
Overall clinic experience criticized even when doctors are praised (suggests service/admin friction)

"“He is kind, explains what is happening in your body, and is compassionate… His knowledge of how to treat my broken elbow was spot on.”"

— Vitals – Dr. Nicholas D. Stekas profile

"“Billing office is absolutely horrible! Worst experience ever with any medical office. Will not be coming back!”"

— South Orange County Orthopaedics – Testimonials & Reviews

"“Doctors are great… reception staff is rude… made me wait for half an hour… Billing/benefit department… it’s ridiculous…”"

— LocalityBiz – Seaview Orthopaedic Medical Group reviews

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].