From Los Angeles (Downtown, West LA, South Bay)
Long Beach is approximately 25 to 40 minutes from most LA neighborhoods, depending on traffic. The 710 and 405 freeways provide the most direct access.
Getting Here
The office is located on Atlantic Avenue in central Long Beach, easily accessible from the 405, 710, and 91 freeways.
- From the 405 (San Diego Freeway): Exit at Cherry Ave or Atlantic Ave and head south. The office is on Atlantic Ave between Spring St and Wardlow Rd.
- From the 710 (Long Beach Freeway): Exit at Wardlow Rd and head east to Atlantic Ave. Turn right (south) on Atlantic Ave.
- From the 91 (Artesia Freeway): Exit at Atlantic Ave and head south toward Long Beach. The office is approximately 3 miles south.
- Parking: Free parking is available in the lot adjacent to the building.
Where Dr. Zalikha Operates
MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center
A full-service medical center in Long Beach equipped for inpatient joint replacement surgery. Patients who stay overnight after hip or knee replacement recover here with dedicated nursing support and inpatient physical therapy.
Surgery Center of Long Beach
An outpatient surgery center designed for same-day surgical procedures. Eligible patients undergoing outpatient hip replacement or outpatient knee replacement have their surgery here and return home the same day.
DISC Sports & Spine Center at Marina del Rey
On the Westside in Marina del Rey, DISC Sports & Spine Center is a premier outpatient surgery center with one of the most technologically advanced surgical suites in Southern California, designed for minimally invasive, same-day procedures. It gives patients across greater Los Angeles another setting where Dr. Zalikha operates.
Both Long Beach facilities are conveniently located here. Looking for procedure-specific information? See knee replacement in Long Beach and hip replacement in Long Beach.
Traveling from Outside Long Beach
Dr. Zalikha sees patients from across the greater Los Angeles area, Orange County, and beyond. If you are traveling for your appointment or surgery, here is what you should know.
From Orange County (Huntington Beach, Irvine, Anaheim)
The office is roughly 20 to 40 minutes from most Orange County cities via the 405 or surface streets. Long Beach sits at the border of LA and Orange counties, making it accessible from both.
From the Inland Empire or Further
Patients occasionally travel from Riverside, San Bernardino, or other areas for fellowship-trained expertise in revision surgery and complex cases. For patients who want an expert opinion before traveling, Dr. Zalikha offers a virtual second opinion consultation.
Hotels Near the Office
For patients or family members who prefer to stay nearby before or after surgery, several hotels are located within a short drive of the office and surgical facilities in the Long Beach area. The office staff can provide recommendations based on your needs.
Long Beach at a Glance
Long Beach is a coastal city with mild year-round weather, a walkable downtown, waterfront dining, the Aquarium of the Pacific, and easy access to the rest of Southern California. For patients recovering after surgery, the flat terrain and temperate climate make walking and early rehabilitation comfortable.
What to Bring to Your First Visit
- Photo ID and insurance card
- A list of current medications (names and dosages)
- Any relevant imaging (X-rays, MRIs, CT scans) on disc or accessible through a patient portal
- A list of prior surgeries, especially any previous hip or knee procedures
- Notes about your symptoms, including when they started, what makes them worse, and what treatments you have already tried
- Questions you want to ask
If you have had previous joint surgery elsewhere, bringing operative reports and implant records is helpful.
What to Expect at Your Appointment
Your first visit with Dr. Zalikha typically includes:
A conversation about your symptoms
Dr. Zalikha will ask about your pain, limitations, and goals. He wants to understand how the problem affects your daily life.
A physical examination
He will assess your range of motion, strength, stability, and gait.
A review of your imaging
X-rays are usually taken in the office if you do not already have recent ones. Dr. Zalikha will review the images with you and explain what they show.
A discussion of your options
Based on the exam and imaging, Dr. Zalikha will explain the diagnosis and walk through the available treatment options, starting with nonsurgical approaches when appropriate.
A plan
You will leave with a clear understanding of the recommended next steps, whether that is physical therapy, an injection, further imaging, or surgical planning.
Request an Appointment with Dr. Zalikha or call (562) 362-5024. For patients outside the area Virtual Second Opinion is available.