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Vaz Galstjan, P.A.-C

Physician Assistant

Vaz Galstjan, P.A.-C Photo

Education: 

  • Charles Drew University of Medicine

Memberships:

  • California Academy of Physician Assistants
  • American Academy of Physician Assistants

Certification:

  • Board Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C), California

Mr. Galstjan has over 20 years of experience working as an orthopaedic Physician Assistant. Mr. Galstjan has worked at OSS for more than 10 years and has cared for hundreds of patients in the office. He has also assisted the OSS orthopaedic surgeons with hundreds of routine and trauma surgeries. He has this advice for his patients: He routinely advises patients who have elected to have surgery with this: “Make sure you plan for your surgery. Arrange your home, schedule your follow up appointments and make sure you have your medications ready. After your surgery, remember it takes time to heal." His favorite hobby is basketball and sports in general.

This provider sees patients in Burbank (Main Office, Pacfic Ave & Hollywood Way).

  • “This place was referred to me by my doctor after I tore my ACL and I'm very happy with everything. My doctor suggested I try PT before going with surgery. I am 6 weeks in and already walking with no issues, doing lunges, squats and other resistance training. ”

    - A R.

  • “Got an appointment the very next day after breaking my leg. Thank the doctor at Burbank Urgent Care for calling over the referral. Everyone was very professional and compassionate. The PA and his assistant, Brian, were great at casting my leg with safety and comfort. What a relief! ”

    - Sai-Ling M.

  • “I waited approximately 10 years for Dr. Raymond Raven to perform a Dupuytren's Contracture release procedure on my right (dominant) hand because I was waiting for my insurance to change, and heard (from several medical professionals) that he was the best. I'm glad I waited. He is extraordinary in every way. It was well worth the wait. If you suffer from ... ”

    - Doc S.

  • “Dr. Shahan Yacoubian replaced my left hip in October. I went in with full confidence because not only was I referred by my trusted physician, but leading up to the surgery I met so many others who had recently had hip or knee surgery and highly recommended him. Since my VERY SUCCESSFUL hip replacement, I've met even more of his happy patients. It just ... ”

    - Tina P.

  • “I interviewed several doctors for me spinal fusion. I actually have had three done on my neck but was not happy with my doctor and his love for the patient. Dr. Falkenstein is a great doctor and actually spends time with you to explain what is wrong and how he can fix it. He sits down with you shows you your MRI and shows you at the cases where people ... ”

    - Kowser O.

  • “Kudos to Dr. Abby Merrin and PT Alexandria Tayo. They helped me overcome my hip issue and I am now able to walk and run pain free. They were personable, kind and compassionate. Dr. Merrin took the time to explain the benefits of each exercise and how It would help diminish my symptoms. I would recommend OSS to anyone that needs physical therapy. ”

    - Jo-Ann L.