David Anthony Lewis

David Anthony Lewis MD

Specialties:

Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine
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4.7 / 5 (based on 378 Reviews) View 101 Comments

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Dr. Lewis chose his specialty because he has always been fascinated with science and “really like helping people do the things in life they like to do.”  He feels rewarded seeing patients get better and return to their sports and activities.  It may surprise his patients to learn that Dr. Lewis has performed volunteer orthopedic surgery in St. Lucia and most recently in Bhutan.  In his personal time, Dr. Lewis enjoys trail running, mountain biking, triathlon, camping and coaching little league baseball. 

Office Information

Hospital/Group Affiliation

PIH Health Whittier Hospital

PIH Health Physicians

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Gender

Male

Specialties

  • Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Sports Medicine

Education

Medical School

University of Colorado Health Sciences Center (Denver)

Internship

University of California Medical Center (Irvine)

Residency

University of California Medical Center (Irvine)

Board Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
  • Orthopaedic Surgery

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Patient Reviews

January 15, 2026
Felt pushed out the door. I have an issue with knee and ankle and Dr wanted to focus on one and not both at the same time I feel that I will be bouncing back and forth with knee and then ankle then back to the knee and would take a very long time to get back to my active life style in addition I will need to pay for additional co pays that are very expensive I will be seeking a second opinion and have to pay another co pay. He also recommended PT when in fact I have been working out consistently since both injuries. When you're in the Dr office it takes a while to digest things thus the delay in my response
January 15, 2026
I was seen before my scheduled appointment, which was the first time ever at any of my appointments. Dr. Lewis everything in detail, explained what options I had and gave me good advice. I left the office very relieved and knowledgeable about my next steps. Thank you Dr. Lewis.
January 14, 2026
Doctor was very attentive and patient in explaining the details of my exam.
January 08, 2026
I was lucky to get an appointment due to a cancellation, thanks to (name removed) who helped me when I called . I've had pain for almost three months and Doctor Lewis was very good to help me with this.
January 06, 2026
Great communication
December 31, 2025
Dr. Lewis is an excellent, attentive, Caring Dr. who meets your needs! I'm on day 3 after my Surgery, feeling Confident and Great! Thank you, Dr. Lewis!
December 31, 2025
Dr. Lewis was great!
December 31, 2025
In and out in a timely manner, very little wait time today
December 18, 2025
My appointment was at 3:30 p.m. I arrived at the practice at 3:15 as I was encouraged to do before. I was never called in to a room until 4:30. I was never seen by a doctor until 4:45. I never left that office until almost 5:30. It was park dark outside. Traveling home is difficult at that time. The wait is impossible. I have never experienced it before. I've always been happy with it. This was a horrible experience. Not the doctor, but the time I spent.
December 17, 2025
This is a message for Dr. Lewis, who operated on my father. I am (name removed) daughter, and he is an excellent doctor. Thank you very much.
December 12, 2025
Very professional, kind people. Can't get any better. Thank you, Dr. Lewis. Thanks staff. Have a Merry Christmas.
December 04, 2025
Dr David Lewis is excellent
November 26, 2025
Hi, this is (PHI removed). I was seen by Dr. Lewis. He has done replacements on both my knees. I've been very happy, very satisfied with the results. He's done work on my sister's hips. He's done work on my wife, her hip, and we are all very, very happy with him. And I would recommend him highly to anyone. Thank you.
November 21, 2025
For being the first time there, Everyone was very kind and knowledgeable.
November 21, 2025
Yesterday's appointment was great, the lobby wait was about 5 mins, then about another 5 mins in the waiting room, I usually have to wait 15 mins to half hour or longer to be called back and seen. The doctor provided ample time with me and ran some X-rays and ultrasound which resulted in giving me cortisone shots and a prescription for physical therapy for my right hand and shoulder. I'm feeling a bit better and once I start therapy, I hope I will improve. My trigger finger on my left hand will require surgery in the near future.
November 19, 2025
Dr. Dave Lewis is the best, my husband and I have both had knee replacements, and they were perfect
November 19, 2025
Parking fees should be decreased , paying $5.00 for a 30min appointment is outrageous. You should charge per the hour, leaving the 5.00 as the maximum. I feel bad for patients who have to come in regularly for appointments.
November 13, 2025
I am so thankful for this doctor that heard me and gave me a path to being the person I use to be. I am soooo thankful.
November 13, 2025
I felt very comfortable with my doctor. He's very attentive and pays attention to everything. I have a lot of confidence in him, and I explained everything about my problem, and he treated me very well. I recommend him to my family, friends, and everyone else to go to the doctor when they feel unwell. Dr. (name removed) is very good and treats all his patients very well. I'm very happy with him.
November 11, 2025
The visit with this Dr was excellent I valued his advice and comments
November 04, 2025
The physician on the portal, it states that he checked my lungs and they were clear. He didn't touch me. He did not check my lungs. It then said he offered me a cortisone shot to my knee. I was there for my shoulder. That upset me. He kept picking up on I couldn't open the microwave. He didn't hear that I couldn't get dressed without assistance because of the pain. Yes, I refused the injection because I have a lot of arthritis and degeneration and the dextrone can make that worse. So I'm going to be going to physical therapy in hope that I can help get it better. But I was disappointed when he charted how much he talked ?
October 29, 2025
Dr Lewis is one of the best ortho surgeons PIH has. Great bedside manners. He has been our Dr for years. Could not ask for anyone better. Trust him emencely.
October 28, 2025
Okay, Dr. David Lewis is a very nice doctor, listens to you carefully, and is a very compassionate doctor. So, and I really like him. So, just keep him on.
October 24, 2025
Dr. Lewis has been my doctor for many years and he's done an excellent job. Thank you.
October 22, 2025
Outstanding doctor
October 16, 2025
Great
October 15, 2025
It was fine. They were timely, I was out in a timely manner.
October 15, 2025
Very professional
October 10, 2025
Dr. Lewis provided facts and did not sugar coat my son's condition. He provided options for care while taking my son's preference into consideration.
October 09, 2025
I left the appointment feeling as if there was no immediate help for my back pain -- yes pt was ordered, but that will take weeks to provide me with relief. I left feeling as frustrated with my back pain as I was when I came in to the office.
October 08, 2025
Dr always shows concern for current and future probkem that might arise
October 08, 2025
Excellent overall, the only downfall for me was that I could not get in to see doctor until almost 10 days later.
October 02, 2025
All staff very professional
October 01, 2025
Dr. (name removed) is phenomenal at what he does, he has and is, changing my life for the better, a true answer to prayer
September 26, 2025
My injury was a little sore Pryor to coming in, but after the doctor dug his thumb into it, its been throbing since then. Also I didn't appreciate the, aren't you a little old for that job comment, it felt humiliating.
September 25, 2025
Very Satisfied and Grateful!!??????????
September 24, 2025
My answer is definitely yes. A professional doctor, yes, I am completely happy with Dr. Lewis' service. He helped me a lot with my problem... His service was perfect. I am very grateful, and everything was especially good. A special doctor. Thank you so much. I am happy with the service he gave me, his perfect care. Thank you, See you later.
September 17, 2025
Dr. Lewis is a great doctor.
September 17, 2025
Dr Lewis was very professional and friendly ? I enjoyed his easy going demeanor and sense of humor!
September 10, 2025
Everyone I delt with was very friendly, and everything was handled in a very timely manner. Great experience.
September 09, 2025
Dr. Lewis answered all my questions and provided a game plan if my left wrist pain doesn't go away. He was caring and thorough.
September 03, 2025
Dr. Lewis was very attentive, asked all the questions and listened to everything I had to say, considered everything that I was concerned about and gave me a plan and was very satisfied.
September 02, 2025
I believe everything was correct and professional. I was happy with that, including the attitude of most people that helped me. What I had trouble with and still have trouble with, and we'll call the office, is when they put the removable cast, it moved and it was hurting me on my bones, and it was creating friction and pain that I had to take it off. I need to put it back on. I don't know who to call. While everybody did the best job they could, the human body is not a perfect mold, so to speak. So it didn't fit me well. What they molded to me kept moving around and causing friction and pain. So I hope someone calls me back with a suggestion. I'm about to call the office and see if they can put another cast on me. Thank you.
August 28, 2025
Always PIH is a 10!!!
August 26, 2025
Dr David was direct but went straight for surgery didn't suggest therapy or shot until I wanted to leave surgery as last option. Consult was about 10 min . I feel he didn't Really care about me so on with next patient. I'd like 2nd opinion someone to work with me a bit leave surgery as last resort.
August 22, 2025
I'm satisfied with all aspects of my doctor's visit.
August 22, 2025
Always a pleasure to Dr. Lewis very kind to my problem. I never have a long wait.
August 21, 2025
Very honest Dr and friendly staff
August 21, 2025
Yes, I'd like to say Dr. Lewis was thorough and his staff was very nice. The radiologist or the gentleman who took the x-ray was very nice and I truly enjoyed encountering my visit there with Dr. Lewis. Thank you.
August 19, 2025
Hi, I would like to leave a little feedback. I never luckily had a broken bone in my life, so exactly what he did, how he treated me is kind of new to me. And the hospital where I'm staying at is providing the time schedule, so I had no input into that. They didn't ask me beforehand what time I would like. So, but all in all, so far, things have gone very well. I'm glad I'm back to using both arms again. Whether all the pain will go away, I don't know. So, it'll take time. Thank you very much for listening. Bye-bye.
August 15, 2025
have been there before great service great doctor!
August 14, 2025
Staff was pleasant and courteous. I appreciated (name removed) (at the office X-ray dept) for her great attitude. She was easy to talk to and tolerated well a staff member knocking on the door of X-ray and rather than waiting for (name removed) to respond she just barged in abruptly. (name removed) remained cool.
August 07, 2025
Dr. Lewis is a great physician. He is very knowledgeable. The front office staff were competent but not very customer service oriented. One female will fake nails was so distracted talking about her personal issues that she barely acknowledged our interaction. I even thanked her and wished her a great weekend and did not get a response. I am a PIH employee and don't expect extra acknowledgment, but at least eye contact and some sincerity when talking to patients is a baseline courtesy
August 01, 2025
Was overall very good experience
July 31, 2025
There was a 40 minute wait, but Dr. Lewis is worth it so I can't complain! :) Let him know he hit the spot with my cortisone shot! I am PAINFREE!!!
July 24, 2025
Dr Lewis has always listened and respected what I say and need.
July 24, 2025
Dr. Lewis and his staff are absolutely amazing! I'm so glad Dr. Lewis is my Doctor...Thank You so much for all the care you have given me throughout the years!
June 26, 2025
Doctor was excellent, would highly recommend him
June 25, 2025
They were gracious and extremely accommodating to me. I was late for my appointment but was received well. My thanks goes to the entire PIH office staff for their service.
June 25, 2025
Dr. Lewis is a wonderful surgeon, but he's too rough. I left with pain again after not seeing him in almost a year.
June 24, 2025
Everybody at this office is always very professional
June 13, 2025
I want to recognize Dr. Lewis for going above and beyond super professional. This has got to be one of the best Dr experience visits I have ever experienced. Kudos to Dr. Lewis. Dr. Lewis is awesome. I can keep on going.
June 10, 2025
Best of the best.
May 30, 2025
They treat me good. I like it.
May 28, 2025
Dr. (name removed) and the nurses who took intake is kind of moody.
May 28, 2025
Dr. Lewis was a great help. I especially appreciated his vulnerability by showing me that has a very similar condition, and to hear his treatment process.
May 28, 2025
I felt like I was rushed during the appointment I didn't feel like I had the proper explanation if I chose to move forward with procedure. Also at the end of my visit I was told of another diagnosis but Dr didn't explain what it was or options. I didn't have the opportunity to ask questions either.
May 23, 2025
The x-ray technician, I forgot her name. I think it was (name removed). No. Anyway, she was very gentle and very friendly and provided great service. from the front staff to the doctor, to the nurse, to the x-ray technician, were very friendly. Thank you.
May 23, 2025
Dr Lewis really listens to you and explains options in a way that is understandable. He is very personable, professional and caring. I would definitely recommend him.
May 02, 2025
Yes I was very pleased with my visit with Dr.David Lewis
May 01, 2025
Quick check-in, friendly staff and Dr Lewis took the time to explain my treatments. I was very comfortable with Dr Lewis. Moving forward, he is my Dr for my orthopedic needs.
April 29, 2025
Thank you for all the nurses and the caregivers and my CNA and the doctor. Everybody is a very amazing person and they take care of me very well. Thank you so much for everything. It really was an amazing experience because they make me feel very well. Thank you for the surgery. Okay, thank you.
April 29, 2025
I recommend to all my friends and family that they see the doctor when they feel unwell because he was very attentive and very special for people like us who are sick. I felt very comfortable with him and trust everything he tells me. I am very pleased with him, and I recommend to all my friends to go and get treated. Thank you.
April 25, 2025
I have been a patient of Dr. Lewis for many years. He is direct with his options to resolve issues and provides the best care for my health.
April 24, 2025
He's a great Dr who is very thorough and knowledgeable and cares about his patients
April 24, 2025
Great!!
April 17, 2025
Well, I really felt disappointed. I went in to try to get some help with the problems of my back. I felt like the doctor spent the whole time telling me what he couldn't do for me and hardly listed anything I had to say. I don't even know what his diagnosis really is as far as what's causing my back problems. He hardly looked at anything and really just recommending medicine or, you know, how you cope. I mean, he really was not interested in hearing from me at all. That's a very bad impression. Not to me, the kind of medicine that someone should be practicing. That's it.
April 09, 2025
Always a good experience with Dr. Lewis. I have been going to him for years for treatment of Carpal tunnel and trigger fingers. I have recommended him to several people.
April 03, 2025
One of the best doctors I've ever gone to
March 25, 2025
Thank you
March 14, 2025
Dr. Dave Lewis is an expert with tremendous surgical talent. Will always see Dr. Lewis since he's the ideal doctor in his field.
March 13, 2025
I would have liked to know definitely was the shot given to me was covered by my insurance. Neither the doctor or his staff could tell me if the shot was included and administered by an in network person.
March 12, 2025
Continue with this high quality of service.
March 07, 2025
We are asked to come on time if not 15 mins before appointment yet providers are often time late their appointments with us which not only impacts their care for us but makes things frustrating. Although not the provider's fault. Patients time is just as important as providers time. Appointments with providers are always 3-4 out at a time as the "next available", this makes no sense.
March 06, 2025
Yes, I would like to recommend him because he listened to all my questions that I asked him and he checked all my problems, I wonder if I would gladly recommend him.
March 06, 2025
Thank you so much for your good service. You just about saved my life. I appreciate it. Thank you.
March 04, 2025
Just plain good experience.
February 25, 2025
First of all, the office staff there is very professional, very friendly, very helpful. Secondly, and possibly more importantly, Dr. Lewis has a very good rapport with his patients. Speaking for myself, he's very professional. He gives you a lot of information. He gives you the options. And then it's up to you to make the decisions. So I really appreciated seeing him.
February 25, 2025
While I was standing, waiting to be checked in the person at the desk was busy talking to another employee about personal things I could hear them, it was only about 5 to 6 minutes, but still, I was the only one in line. other than that, everyone else was very professional and welcoming.
February 21, 2025
I had a cortisone shot and it's not working. I still have lots of pain. Bye.
February 21, 2025
Dr Lewis explained the pros and cons of treatment for my conditions and I was able to make a decision about my treatment. He offered follow up options and I felt that my concerns and questions were answered.
February 19, 2025
Great doctor.
February 19, 2025
Dr. Lewis explains things so it's easy to understand and always answers my questions and concerns...he's the BEST!
February 19, 2025
Not only was Dr Lewis professional, the whole staff was helpful. Thanks to all.
February 12, 2025
When told they would get back to me to schedule next appointment they did right away
February 07, 2025
This was my first meeting with Dr. Lewis. I found him to be very knowledgeable, down to earth and kind. He calmed my fears and answered my questions in layman's terms. I also really enjoyed his sense of humor.
February 07, 2025
Dr. Lewis was very thorough in explaining MRI Results and Options I have for complete recovery.
February 07, 2025
Dr Lewis explained my options clearly & honestly. He listened & was pleasant. His staff was friendly & efficient. He answered my questions honestly & I was very happy with my visit.
February 05, 2025
I understand that they are very busy right now, I am grateful they gave me an appointment
February 05, 2025
Dr Lewis and his staff are helpful and responsive to the needs of my concerns
January 28, 2025
I didn't like hearing my left knee replacement was a faulty appliance and now with an infection. The knee has to be replaced and the infection taken care of.
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