Quick, Expert Care When You Need It: Inside DISC’s Express Clinics in Marina del Rey & Newport Beach
When pain or injury suddenly strikes, waiting days or even weeks to see a specialist isn’t an option. That’s why patients turn to DISC’s Express Clinics — offering same-day access to board-certified orthopedic and spine specialists who provide expert, personalized care without the long wait or confusing referrals.
Conveniently located in Marina del Rey and Newport Beach, these clinics combine the speed and ease of urgent care with the specialized expertise you need to get back to your best as quickly as possible.
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“We wanted to create a space where patients feel comfortable and know they’re being taken care of in an environment designed around their well-being.”
Dr. Luke Macyszyn | Neurological Spine Surgeon
📍 Marina del Rey
Located just off the 90 Freeway at Lincoln Boulevard, our Marina del Rey Express Clinic is easily accessible to surrounding communities. Get Directions
Here, you can expect:
- Orthopedic and spine consultations
- Pain management evaluations
- Injury and movement assessments
- Access to advanced imaging and diagnostics
- Physical therapy referrals
Meet the Marina del Rey Specialists:
- Dickran Altounian, DO – Pain Management
- Joel S. Beckett, MD – Neurological Spine Surgeon
- Raj Desai, MD – Pain Management
- Steven Girdler, MD – Orthopedic Spine Surgeon
- Luke Macyszyn, MD – Neurological Spine Surgeon
- Kushagra Verma, MD – Orthopedic Spine Surgeon
- Rojeh Melikian, MD – Orthopedic Spine Surgeon
“We focus on diagnosing the root cause of your pain, so treatment is effective and tailored — helping patients avoid unnecessary surgeries whenever possible.”
Dr. Joel S. Beckett | Neurological Spine Surgeon
📍 Newport Beach
Our Newport Beach Express Clinic is conveniently located just off the 73 Freeway at Jamboree Road, a short drive from the 405 and 55 freeways. This location serves patients across Orange County, providing quick access to expert spine and orthopedic care. Get Directions
Services offered include:
- Spine and orthopedic evaluations
- Pain management consultations
- Imaging coordination and follow-up
- Non-surgical treatment planning
- Surgery or rehab referrals when appropriate
Meet the Newport Beach Specialists:
- Steven Girdler, MD – Orthopedic Spine Surgeon
- Brandon Hirsch, MD – Orthopedic Spine Surgeon
- Rojeh Melikian, MD – Orthopedic Spine Surgeon
- Kushagra Verma, MD – Orthopedic Spine Surgeon
🕒 Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
💳 Insurance Made Simple
DISC Express Clinics accept PPO insurance plans and Medicare. We do not accept HMO or Medi-Cal. Our team can verify your coverage before your visit.
Ready for Fast, Expert Care?
Whether you’re dealing with a new injury or chronic pain flare-up, DISC Express Clinics deliver rapid access to specialists who understand your needs.
👉 Learn more or request an appointment on our Express Clinic page

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discmdgroup DISC Sports & Spine Center (DISC) is a national leader in minimally invasive spine surgery, orthopedic surgery, and sports medicine care. Our spine surgeons set the standard in artificial disc replacement, spine fusion, discectomy, microdiscectomy and the full spectrum of spine procedures. The group’s orthopedic surgeons advance the state of joint preservation surgery and total joint replacement, including total knee replacement as well as total hip replacement. Our flagship surgery centers based in Newport Beach, Marina del Rey, and Carlsbad serve patients local to Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego, as well as the rest of the country. Read more articles by discmdgroup.