Monterey Spine & Joint

I am incredibly happy with Dr Lin and his staff. They have been competent and kind, always looking at new ways to help reduce my pain and improve my wrist function. I especially appreciate how everyone genuinely cares and tries help every time I’m in.

It was my first time, and I was nervous because I had been putting off going to the doctor . The whole experience was good, staff was friendly, the X-ray tech was efficient and professional. Dr Howard had a positive approach and a confident resolve to my current pain issue. I was hesitant to agree with getting a cortisone shot, but I agreed and I hope it will give me some relief. I look forward to the physical therapy in hopes to avoid surgery. Dr Howard is knowledgeable in his profession and is compassionate about you as the patient. I appreciate that.

Dr Kasim is a very pleasant and knowledgeable doctor. I’ve seen her several times over the past few years and I’m never disappointed. She’s thorough and listens to what is said to her. She has fixed my left shoulder completely. I would recommend her every time.

Everyone was very friendly, helpful and welcoming. We were seen by Charlie and he is awesome! This was the first doctor that I've visited that didn't have to do any research on the computer to Google or lookup what might be the cause. He knew exactly what to look for and how to check the problem.

I’m impressed with Monterey Spine and Joint. They have an efficient, high tech and personable staff running the office. Dr. Crandal is highly competent and approachable willing to help and work with his patients.

Dr. Meckel, has an excellent team of trained assistants who are passionate, knowledgeable and respectful. Dr. Meckel himself, is a detailed, oriented professional, who or only listened my concern's, but took time to carefully examine my past history and medical prior to examining my knee, its movement, limitations and extension and other aspects, he explained with clarity, knowledge and confidence, now we wait on the next faze.

I was made to feel very relaxed and confident in him and his staff.

Dr. Kenyatta D. Goins I

He's a lovely person and a great doctor. Answers questions well. Great sense of humor. Let me pick the music to listen to during my procedure.

Wonderful experience with Dr Howard. Took the time to evaluate my shoulder and present an agreeable plan of care. I would recommend him to anyone.

Dr Chris Meckel there's always very attentive and concerned regarding my care. I am now 8 and 1/2 Weeks following surgery and progressing very very well. I can highly recommend Dr Michael for hip surgery.

Dr. Howard and Staff were exceptionally cordial. Very Professional.
Staff and Doctor looks you in the eye, and understands your situation after careful listening. Your roadmap to recovery is thoroughly explained. They care about you.
Definitely recommend!

This place is amazing, because they have the best people. Dr. Meckel has been my surgeon for two knee replacements. He does an incredible job. Both times have been a complete success. I have seen for different surgeons at this facility and every one of them is at the top of what they do. The physical therapy at MS&J is also at the top. Always the best people to work with.
Easily five stars!!!

I saw Dr. Howard today for a 2 week old flare-up of an achilles tendon jogging related irritation.

The check-in process was super smooth, the doctor was on time, and he had great staff support.
Dr. Howard listened well, had an open/respectful manner, and confirmed my concern that (given an old heel spur/ tendon challenge) I jumped back into running after a holiday hiatus without giving myself time to gently work up to it.

Dispite my 69 years, he reassured me, and gave me otc treatment suggestions and a program for regaining my strength and returning to work toward my 10 k goal.

I appreciate the care and encouragement he gave my old- person self!

I am very pleased to have been referred to Dr. Crandall after having sustained 3 fractures on my left hand.
I have healed nicely and am impressed with the care I received.
Thank you very much, Dr. and your kind staff!

Competent, assuring, pleasant, with a little sense of humor. Pleasant in conversation. It was easy to follow him while he took time to describe my problem with my art

Dr. Gularte was terrific. Responsive, willing to accommodate me in a pinch, and really helped resolve my back pain. I'm extremely grateful for the great care I received at MSJ.

Dr Meckel is a wonderful physician, he did my hip replacement in 2011 and is currently helping me with a hip fracture. He is informative and honest. The office runs efficiently and you rarely have to wait longer than your appointment time. Everyone is kind, empathetic and helpful. I would highly recommend Monterey Spine and Joint for your health car needs.

Dr. Gularte is a wonderful specialist and a fantastic human. He focuses on overall health and wellbeing, while getting to the root cause of the current situation. His knowledge, expertise and support has helped me get through a couple of difficult injuries. I appreciate that he is focused on new, innovative techniques that may have the potential to help me heal some of the damage, and to live my best life. You will receive exceptional care from Dr. Gularte and his team.

I was very pleased with my first meeting with Dr. Meckel. He was forthright and clear that my previous surgery had been well attended and my recovery would be fine.

I’m pleased with the relief my knee replacement surgery has provided.
Dr. Meckle’s pre-and post surgery care materials are clear and were and effective in helping my family support the best healing and recovery. In general, I would describe Dr. Meckle and his team, reception staff, technicians, and PA’s, as attentive, responsive and accommodating. I recommend this group wholeheartedly.

The nicest man and concerned about your condition. Will try many approaches to get you better. And he remembers your personal case! His assistant is also amazing.