What Patients Say

Dr. Raymond Raven is a most AMAZING surgeon. I am a massage therapist who suffered an accident that left my right forearm in 9 pieces. Thanks to his skill I was back massaging in 3 months! I am back to doing 7-8 massages a day with no problem, and i know it is because of his work.

He was always available to answer my many questions and is truly what one looks for in a caring, dedicated doctor. I will always be grateful to him and his wonderful staff whose warm, caring demeanor made a terrible situation much easier.

S.O.

Dr. Raven is awesome!

I had a complicated injury where I tore the ligaments and tendons in my right middle finger. I need 2 surgeries to repair the damage, with therapy after both each surgeries. I am so grateful to Dr. Raven that I can use my finger and grip a knife, since I'm a Chef.

He has a great bed side manner, and I really believe he cared about my welfare. He always responded quickly when I emailed him.

The staff at his office is great too. Super friendly and accommodating.

S.P.

Dr. Raven took care of my on Feb 1st my blind poodle accidently bite me and i waited two days before going to ER at St Joseph's Hospital . He was there right away and took care of my hand but my effection was so bad that i had to have surgery... Dr. Raven came highly recommended so it happened on the 4th day when no med or theopy worked.. He did such a great JOB my hand has recovered and doing much .. Thanks to him my hand was saved and I went back to work the best part of this he was my life saver... Thank you Dr Raven for saving me from loosing my hand.

Dr. Raven was a young doctor with an impressive list of credentials and knowledge in hand surgery (elbows, wrist)

N.H.

Dr. Raven saved my finger after it was nearly decapitated from a dog bite. Not only is he an excellent surgeon who is continually educating himself and others in his field, he is a kind and patient person.

No matter what questions I have I can e-mail him and he responds incredibly quickly. He's a cool guy and I highly recommend him.

M.B.

Dr. Raven saved my race for me. Three weeks before my Ironman race he took me out of the cast the ER had just put on for a fractured elbow and sent me off to physical therapy. I was able to finish my ironman thanks to his forward thinking and the shot he offered me several days before the race to reduce swelling. He worked with me every step of the way and was quick to respond to any questions I sent through emails. I couldn't have done it without him and I was glad to have found him. His bedside man is warm and welcoming and if I ever need an orthopedic surgeon (hopefully I don't) I wouldn't hesitate to see him again.

S.B.

I don't have interactions with any of the doctors here (four in all) except for orthopedic surgeon Dr. Raymond Raven.

Dr. Raven came highly recommended by my general physician when it was determined that my left hand was in need for ligament reattachment surgery. I was given Dr. Raven's name, address, contact number, and the OSS website to look at prior to my first visit.

Dr. Raven was a young doctor with an impressive list of credentials and knowledge in hand surgery (elbows, wrist, and hand). His specialty is in sports medicine and has a slew of famous athletes as his clients. If he can tend and fix a pro hockey player, he can fix me!

Dr. Raven is one of the top orthopedic surgeons in California (check out his credentials). He's very kind and was able to rebuild my tattered left hand after a serious hockey accident. In fact I believe my left hand is bionic; good as new with minimal scarring (if any). Barely a scratch and quick recovery was ideal especially when I was anxious to get back to life.

F.V.

"It's not just about the time line, it’s also the confidence when you get back into the game"

Professional wide receiver, Demaryius Thomas, scored a touchdown two weeks after complex facture of the proximal phalanx.

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Dear Dr. Raven,

I cannot begin to thank you enough for everything you've done for me. I am truly touched by your generosity and I am so grateful to have you as my doctor. A million thank you's.

D.G.

Dear Dr. Raven,

After many years of playing musical instruments and working as a flooring contractor, my right hand apparently had had enough. When I put my hand to my ear and moved it, it sounded as if I was walking on gravel. I went to my internist who gave me a cortisone shot. After several years of a debilitating arthritic hand, my internist sent me to Dr. Raven.

At first, Dr. Raven tried conservative measures – more cortisone at the precise location; then I went to a hand therapist who made a splint to wear in the evenings. Those measures failed to relieve the pain and usefulness of my right hand. At this point, Dr. Raven suggested surgery. At first I balked; but then after a month or so, I acquiesced after realizing that I needed a change in my hand's behavior. Therefore, on April 25th, 2007, I went in for surgery. Dr. Raven, his staff and the hospital were great. After four or five months, I had marked improvement; and after seven months my strength is returning and pain is nonexistent. Dr. Raven is a dedicated and very personable surgeon who answered every question I had. He also made excellent incisions. I am very happy with the outcome of the surgery.

P.I.

Dear Dr. Raven,

Dr. Raven, Thank you very much for accommodating my surgery so quickly and for being so friendly, kind and comforting. I really appreciate the personal attention you have given me. I look forward to a speedy recovery with much success.

S.Z.

Dear Dr. Raven,

Just wanted to write a note, to say thanks again for all that you did for me. I'm still riding bikes, and more importantly, working on them. That is what I love doing…Just so you know; I wrote this with my right hand.!

T.H.

Dear Dr. Raven,

I never got the time to send you a note to let you know what a wonderful hand surgeon you are! The last two cortisone injections were not as painful as I had anticipated! My hand is feeling much better already! Thank you so much for your great expertise and quickness.... You are great!

Sincerely,
K.C.

Dear Dr. Raven,

I know you don’t remember me, but I was a patient of yours almost three years ago. I just wanted to let you know that I really appreciate everything you did for me and that I think of you often. Not only did I have an excellent surgeon, but I’ll never forget how kind and generous you were.

I was homeless at the time with no insurance. I was embarrassed because I knew that I couldn’t pay anything and you told me that my getting well was payment enough. And when you found out that the paramedics who brought me had cut off of me the only pair of pants I owed, you brought me a very generous gift card so that I could buy some clothes when I got out of the hospital. I just wanted to tell you thanks again for everything!

Sincerely,
J.L.

Dear Dr. Raven,

Just a small token of thanks for an amazing man whose skill as a surgeon is matched by his heart. With many thanks from my wife Samantha and I for giving me a new lease on life. Wishing you many blessings now and in the years to come.

Sincerely,
J.B.

Dear Dr. Raven,

Thank you so much for being so sweet and helpful and for taking the time with me. I hope you realize what a difference you made.

Sincerely,
K.B.

Dear Dr. Raven,

I cannot express to you enough how grateful I am that you are my fathers Doctor for his hip fracture! You are sharp, well-spoken, clear-eyed, and have the most positive demeanor, and we are so fortunate to have you! I hope you have a beautiful holiday season, and wishes of all the finest to you and your in the new year and always.

Sincerely,
S.H.

Dear Dr. Raven,

Hey there! I just came across you card and thought to drop you a note. Its been three years since you treated me for a broken wrist and one would never known it had ever happened. During the time of the accident, money was tight and you helped me out.

Sincerely,
K.D.

Dear Dr. Raven,

Dear Dr. Raven, After Seeing you yesterday for his follow-up, my son said he thinks he¹d like to be a doctor that helps kids with broken bones. Thank you not only for the great medical care, but for being an inspiration!

Sincerely,
S.D.

Dear Dr. Raven,

The care I received from you and your staff was excellent.  Because of you, I can still perform my work duties and maintain employment.  I can also continue to preserve my love of music and play the bass guitar.  You inspired me to heal, recover, and get on with my life.  For that, I thank you.

Sincerely,
A.S.

Dear Dr. Raven,

It was one year ago tomorrow that you reconstructed, picked bone shards, and watched arteries beating away-hay!  What else did you have to do that morning anyway?  I always do everything I can to make sure those around me have something to keep them occupied and amused.  Thanks again-just wanted you to know I appreciate all your skill, craft, and hard work on my behalf.

Sincerely,
A.D.