Tze C. Ip's Online Review Report Card

I'm so grateful that I made a decision to see Dr. Ip. Sometimes reviews can be concerning. My experience at Newport orthopedic, seeing Dr. Ip was fantastic. The medical assistants came out and communicated with me immediately. I needed to fill out a few more pieces of paper regarding my situation. They took me back within a few minutes, I was x-rayed and I saw the doctor. He spent the right amount of time with me going over my problematic wrist, and I appreciate his conservative approach. He left no questions, unanswered and was very professional. I highly recommend Dr. Ip and Newport orthopedics.

Carpal tunnel surgery a failure. I would not recommend.

Dr. Ip has performed two carpal tunnel release procedures for me. He demonstrates a very good bedside manner, is caring, and communicates extremely well with his patients. Dr. Ip is an excellent orthopedic surgeon and very skilled in my opinion. I am very satisfied with the outcome of both my procedures and highly recommend Dr. Ip and his staff. They are all world-class!

We waited nearly an hour. I know this is not unsual, but at least pretend to be apologetic.Your time is valuable but please value our time by at least apologizing for the delay.But I would not be writing this review if that was the only issue.that's no big deal.If you made we wait that long, at least take the time to listen without being condescending and cutting people off.It was so frustrating bc he would cut you off in the middle of the question and could not be bothered with any more questions and rushed out.I kinda sat there dumbfounded that he would just leave.I should have read these reviews before I made the appt.It was really tough to get an appt with anyone at Newport Ortho.I called and waited 35 minutes and then had to hang up.I called again and waited about an hour on hold....and finally gave up and asked for a call back.They called back in a few hours.I asked for the first available appt bc it was a bit urgent.They said Dr. Ip was the first one available. Again, should have known....But I figured how bad could it be.Well, it was wasted time. I won't be returning to see him.I do wonder.... if he reads these reviews. I mean if only a few people have issues with his rudeness and inability to offer care, maybe it's on them. But if these many people have the same horrible experience, maybe someone at Newport ortho needs to let him know.I'm sure he won't lose his job. Maybe he's respected by his fellow doctors.But maybe he should reflect and try to improve. I know if I am attacked I will be defensive but I hope that for the sake of his patients, who are usually suffering and struggling, some compassion and a little more care would go a long way.

Dr. Up was very helpful with my finger surgery. I had Very painful and somewhat immobile left index finger and he fixed it. I had my right index finger done a few years ago and it is great now. My left one will soon be very good as well. Thanks Dr. Ip!!!

Very rushed.

I am surprised to see so many negative reviews of Dr. Ip and feel I should post my own experience with him. I went to Dr. Ip for Trigger finger of the right thumb. I didn't know what it was until he told me. Yes, the front office is rude and packed with people. I hope the receptionist gets a bonus because she deals with a lot. I wasn't happy with the hoops I had to jump through to get inside but I did forget my referral and had to have a friend fax it over. So my mistake. Once Dr  Tze Ip came in he asked appropriate questions and diagnosed the problem. He suggested cortisone. I told him I didn't think that was effective for me because I'd had three shots in my foot and none helped, leaving me to have surgery. He took the time to explain the difference between shots in the hand and shots in the foot. He assured me he would put this shot in the perfect place. AND HE DID. One shot and the pain was gone. It's been several years, before Covid even, and my hand is working perfectly with no pain.

I am surprised to see so many negative reviews of Dr. Ip and feel I should post my own experience with him. I went to Dr. Ip for Trigger finger of the right thumb. I didn't know what it was until he told me. Yes, the front office is rude and packed with people. I hope the receptionist gets a bonus because she deals with a lot. I wasn't happy with the hoops I had to jump through to get inside but I did forget my referral and had to have a friend fax it over. So my mistake. Once Dr Tze Ip came in he asked appropriate questions and diagnosed the problem. He suggested cortisone. I told him I didn't think that was effective for me because I'd had three shots in my foot and none helped, leaving me to have surgery. He took the time to explain the difference between shots in the hand and shots in the foot. He assured me he would put this shot in the perfect place. AND HE DID. One shot and the pain was gone. It's been several years, before Covid even, and my hand is working perfectly with no pain.

Dr. Ip did not even help me with the issue of my right hand, when I got in his office to ask questions, he then said do not interrupt me when I am talking. I was asking questions that concerned me about my finger. He then proceeded to dismiss answering my concerns and just said it is what it is, this is how your finger will remain. I wanted an ultrasound to see if my ligament detached from the bone, and Dr. Ip did not even offer it for me. I asked for a splint, and he said that will proabably not help at all, but I will get you one. He left the room, and a medical tech came in. I was not even done asking more questions to get some type of help. Dr Ip had left my room and was already onto the next appointment. What a joke. I came here for help and left with no help. He got his co-pay and can bill my insurance, and that is all it seems he wanted done. He is very uncompassionate and rude in helping the patient. I wasted my time even bothering to go to this appointment. I will find another orthopedic doctor who is more competent and wants to address a patient's conerns. Do not make an appointment with this doctor , you are wasting your time.

Dr Ip is an excellent surgeon. I’ve had a lot of hand problems over the years. Being a professional musician has proven hard on my hands. I’ve seen at least 5 hand doctors in the Southern California area over the years. Dr Ip is the best! And the bonus is that he’s very nice and easy to talk to.