Urgent Orthopaedic Care
12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201Valley Village, CA, 91607
Dr. Vlad Gendelman received his Bachelor of Science in Biology at the University of Southern California, and received his Doctorate from University of California at Irvine. Dr. Gendelman went on to co… Read more ›
i liked the doctor and feel she is very competent and professional. At first i felt the laser treatments would not work but i have an open mind and after 3 treatments it does seem to be helping.…
| University | Degree | Focus | Graduated |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southern California | Bachelors Degree | B.S. Biology | 1998 |
| University of California in Irvine | Doctorate | M.D | 2004 |
| Certification | Cert. Body | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Orthopaedic Surgery | Orthopaedic Surgery | Not Specified |
| Role | Organization | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Member | American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery | Present |
| Professional Member | Los Angeles County Medical Association | Present |
| Professional Member | California Medical Association | Present |
| Professional Member | California Orthopaedic Association | Present |
Years In Practice: 10 (started in 2010)
Accepts New Patients: Yes
Gendelman specializes in treating the following types of patients:
Medical Philosophy: Traditional Medicine
We accept most PPO's. Please call to verify.
Medicare
More info: Cash, Credit, CareCredit
Offers Financing/Payment Plans?: Unknown
Bills on a Sliding Scale?: Unknown
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
“sraff is prompt, smart, knowledeable and efficient”
i liked the doctor and feel she is very competent and professional. At first i felt the laser treatments would not work but i have an open mind and after 3 treatments it does seem to be helping.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
Staff and doctor made me feel welcome and took time to explain my treatment. I look forward to my future visits.
“Pleasant experience”
Staff and doctor made me feel welcome and took time to explain my treatment. I look forward to my future visits.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
I felt that they listened to my concerns about the pain i have been feeling and helping me find an accurate diagnosis by starting the eliminating process to figure out what is going on and fixing the issue, not just providing medications and unnecessary surgeries. I appreciate a doctor that looks for other ways to help before worst case scenario.
“Really felt I was heard and starting a game plan to help”
I felt that they listened to my concerns about the pain i have been feeling and helping me find an accurate diagnosis by starting the eliminating process to figure out what is going on and fixing the issue, not just providing medications and unnecessary surgeries. I appreciate a doctor that looks for other ways to help before worst case scenario.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
i highly recommend him.
“excellent”
i highly recommend him.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
very happy with Dr gendelman, after seen so many doctors and being said i didnt need surgery Dr gendelman found the problem to all my pain and fix my shoulder problem
“great doctor”
very happy with Dr gendelman, after seen so many doctors and being said i didnt need surgery Dr gendelman found the problem to all my pain and fix my shoulder problem
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
i felt very comfortable talking with the assistants. only got to speak to the doctor briefly. i believe that was what was enough for the kind of back pain i had. I will definitely recommend him to friends.
“awesome assistants”
i felt very comfortable talking with the assistants. only got to speak to the doctor briefly. i believe that was what was enough for the kind of back pain i had. I will definitely recommend him to friends.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
Very understanding, clear and concise. Exactly what I needed. Prescribed Physical Therapy. Thank you!
“Fantastic”
Very understanding, clear and concise. Exactly what I needed. Prescribed Physical Therapy. Thank you!
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
I saw his assistant who was thorough.
“I was given an appointment very fast and was seen quickly.”
I saw his assistant who was thorough.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
pleasant and professional
“pleasant and professional”
pleasant and professional
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
I was very please with my visit. The doctor took his time with me and explain my condition thoroughly. The office staff was very helpful and kind. I will recommend this office to my family and friends.
“Very Nice Office”
I was very please with my visit. The doctor took his time with me and explain my condition thoroughly. The office staff was very helpful and kind. I will recommend this office to my family and friends.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
very good experience with Dr Gendelman he is very helpful in explaining everything that was going, and everything that was going to happen. Very caring and you can tell he really cares about his patients.
“Dr explain very well what was going on”
very good experience with Dr Gendelman he is very helpful in explaining everything that was going, and everything that was going to happen. Very caring and you can tell he really cares about his patients.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
I like dr. Gendelman. Very caring, willing to listen, spent good amount of time with me. Highly recommend
“exellent doctor”
I like dr. Gendelman. Very caring, willing to listen, spent good amount of time with me. Highly recommend
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
everyone was very caring and intereted in my issues. definitely had a great experience
“very comfortable experience”
everyone was very caring and intereted in my issues. definitely had a great experience
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
Doctor Gendleman was great. He was very thorough, patient and honest with his explanation relating to my condition. He also took his time and answered all my questions and concerns.
“2nd opinion consultation”
Doctor Gendleman was great. He was very thorough, patient and honest with his explanation relating to my condition. He also took his time and answered all my questions and concerns.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
Honest. Simple. Clear. Did a great job.
“great guy”
Honest. Simple. Clear. Did a great job.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
Dr. Gendelman was fantastic but it was Dr. Nevarez that set up the mood of the entire exam. She was efficient and funny and just a really great human being. Thank you for an amazing visit
“great visit”
Dr. Gendelman was fantastic but it was Dr. Nevarez that set up the mood of the entire exam. She was efficient and funny and just a really great human being.
Thank you for an amazing visit
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
The doctor is very attentive. His office staff are very kind. I will recommend this office to my family and friends.
“Very Good Doctor”
The doctor is very attentive. His office staff are very kind. I will recommend this office to my family and friends.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
Very happy with my treatment, doctors and and staff are very kind and knowledgeable. I wouldn't mind coming back here.
“Great Office”
Very happy with my treatment, doctors and and staff are very kind and knowledgeable. I wouldn't mind coming back here.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
Office staff inspired confidence.
“I liked him right away”
Office staff inspired confidence.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
very good doctor
“good doctor”
very good doctor
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
Dr. Gendelman and his staff were efficient and made me feel welcome and cared for. I felt like I was in good hands the whole time.
“Great Experience”
Dr. Gendelman and his staff were efficient and made me feel welcome and cared for. I felt like I was in good hands the whole time.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
The best doctor I've seen and I've been living in the United States for 30 years, absolutely professional and very caring. I highly recommend this doctor to everyone. If I could I would nominate him for an award.
“Award winning doctor!!!”
The best doctor I've seen and I've been living in the United States for 30 years, absolutely professional and very caring. I highly recommend this doctor to everyone. If I could I would nominate him for an award.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
I've had an appointment with Doctor Gendelman about pain in my hip. It was competent and fast. Thank you.
“It was great and fast”
I've had an appointment with Doctor Gendelman about pain in my hip. It was competent and fast. Thank you.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 6200 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 910
All the doctors and staff were great!
“Staff was great!!”
All the doctors and staff were great!
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 6200 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 910
listened and was caring took his time
“very patient”
listened and was caring took his time
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
The staff is great, I never had to wait more that 15 minutes for any appointment. All my questions were always answered and made me feel more secure with what was a major surgery and recouperation period. I highly recommend them to anyone who needs a orthopedic extremity surgeon.
“It was a pleasure dealing with the office, Dr Gendelman is wonderful.”
The staff is great, I never had to wait more that 15 minutes for any appointment. All my questions were always answered and made me feel more secure with what was a major surgery and recouperation period. I highly recommend them to anyone who needs a orthopedic extremity surgeon.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
remarquable!
“tres bon”
remarquable!
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
Was very helpful and informative about my condition and treatment.
“Great doctor”
Was very helpful and informative about my condition and treatment.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
multiple emergency surgeries absolutely amazing
“saved my legs”
multiple emergency surgeries absolutely amazing
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
my experience with dr. gendelman was both pleasant and satisfying. i am leaving comfortable that he came to the correct conclusion. he is a straight shooter. i find that refreshing. his explanations were both simple and straightforward. he is very friendly as well. we both like the dr and agreed that the experience was gratifying
“i was very satisfied with the diagnosis and how he arrive at itd”
my experience with dr. gendelman was both pleasant and satisfying. i am leaving comfortable that he came to the correct conclusion. he is a straight shooter. i find that refreshing. his explanations were both simple and straightforward. he is very friendly as well. we both like the dr and agreed that the experience was gratifying
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
He is hardworking and has a lot of experience
“I feel so much better.”
He is hardworking and has a lot of experience
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
My experience with Dr. Gendelman and his staff was wonderful. The staff greeted me warmly, and I was swiftly seen by Dr. Gendelman. Dr. Gendelman listened to my concerns, examined me and diagnosed what I have. He really took his time in explaining my condition, the treatment I would be getting, the medication he was prescribing and answering my questions. As someone who knows nothing about this stuff I really appreciated him taking the time to explain my condition. I will be coming back!
“A trustworthy orthopaedic!”
My experience with Dr. Gendelman and his staff was wonderful. The staff greeted me warmly, and I was swiftly seen by Dr. Gendelman. Dr. Gendelman listened to my concerns, examined me and diagnosed what I have. He really took his time in explaining my condition, the treatment I would be getting, the medication he was prescribing and answering my questions. As someone who knows nothing about this stuff I really appreciated him taking the time to explain my condition. I will be coming back!
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
very happy with doctor gendelman. gives me confidence,
“first class doctor,”
very happy with doctor gendelman. gives me confidence,
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
work on wait times to be seen. waited an hour to see him from initial appointment time
“good experience overall”
work on wait times to be seen. waited an hour to see him from initial appointment time
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 6200 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 910
Excellent bedside manners. Very knowledgeable and skillful surgeon. High;y recommended. One of the best doctors i have ever met.
“amazing , an attentive and very knowledgeable doctor”
Excellent bedside manners. Very knowledgeable and skillful
surgeon.
High;y recommended. One of the best doctors i have ever met.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
Dr. Gendelman's professionalism, excellent bedsise manner make him one of the best doctors I ever came across. Highly recommended!
“Excellent!”
Dr. Gendelman's professionalism, excellent bedsise manner make him one of the best doctors I ever came across. Highly recommended!
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
Dr Gendelman is a very experienced orthopaedic surgeon. He took care of my ankle after a sport injury. Two months after going to his office I was playing tennis and feeling like nothing happened. I recommend to anybody with any type of injury to go to see Dr Gendelman. Best doctor
“Best doctor”
Dr Gendelman is a very experienced orthopaedic surgeon. He took care of my ankle after a sport injury. Two months after going to his office I was playing tennis and feeling like nothing happened. I recommend to anybody with any type of injury to go to see Dr Gendelman. Best doctor
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
I like patience of doctor Gendelman, his professional skills, and his kindness.
“Great doctor”
I like patience of doctor Gendelman, his professional skills, and his kindness.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
I will recommend others to this clinic
“I'm very happy with the decision the doctor made sending me to physical teraphy.”
I will recommend others to this clinic
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
Overall a good experience.
“Very personable doctor and helpful staff.”
Overall a good experience.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
Estoy muy agradecida con ustedes por el tratamiento que me estan haciendo y por las llamadas de recordatorio de mis citas.
“Muy Agradecida”
Estoy muy agradecida con ustedes por el tratamiento que me estan haciendo y por las llamadas de recordatorio de mis citas.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
I treated with Dr. Gendelman for approximately 10 months for my workers compensation case. Within those 10 months I had surgery performed on my shoulder and as of today I can go back to work with no complications. I am very happy with the outcome of my treatment and the way Dr. Gendelman and his staff work with my attorney's office to keep my case moving forward. Thank you Dr. Gendelman, Dr. Nevarez and Dr. Yvette and a BIG thank you to Abelito for being so accomodating.
“I am very happy!”
I treated with Dr. Gendelman for approximately 10 months for my workers compensation case. Within those 10 months I had surgery performed on my shoulder and as of today I can go back to work with no complications. I am very happy with the outcome of my treatment and the way Dr. Gendelman and his staff work with my attorney's office to keep my case moving forward. Thank you Dr. Gendelman, Dr. Nevarez and Dr. Yvette and a BIG thank you to Abelito for being so accomodating.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 6200 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 910
Very thorough and efficient. He explains things in simple terms not drs words. I highly recommend
“Got me in last minute notice”
Very thorough and efficient. He explains things in simple terms not drs words. I highly recommend
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
very good.
“knee arthritis”
very good.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
I had a knee surgery 2 weeks ago and now I'm back to my regular activity very happy with the result.Dr Gendelman is the best you can count on, great surgeon very understanding professional and trustful Thank you Dr Gendelman
“Dr Gendelman”
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
Clear explanation of back pain.
“Back pain”
Clear explanation of back pain.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
100% !! thanks for the kind treatment. god bless
“Dror Knee injury”
100% !!
thanks for the kind treatment. god bless
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
An honest man, I trust his decision for my treatment plan. The employees at this office are so kind they must be cherry picked. I am looking forward to my next appointment at this office.
“Trustworthy”
An honest man, I trust his decision for my treatment plan. The employees at this office are so kind they must be cherry picked. I am looking forward to my next appointment at this office.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
Thorough exam, clear explanations and very pleasant personality.
“Good experience”
Thorough exam, clear explanations and very pleasant personality.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
From the scheduling of my appt to the office visit itself, the doctor and his staff could not have been any more helpful and friendly! I feel like everyone cared about my health and my care.
“Great doctor and staff!”
From the scheduling of my appt to the office visit itself, the doctor and his staff could not have been any more helpful and friendly! I feel like everyone cared about my health and my care.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 6200 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 910
The entire office is extremely attentive. I was helped as soon as I walked in and had to wait no more than 5 minute in between each step of the appointment. Would definitely recommend.
“great experience”
The entire office is extremely attentive. I was helped as soon as I walked in and had to wait no more than 5 minute in between each step of the appointment. Would definitely recommend.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
Happy with my visit, Dr. Gendelman provided me with a clear explanation for my future treatment.
“5 Stars”
Happy with my visit, Dr. Gendelman provided me with a clear explanation for my future treatment.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
Great overall experience.The staff was very courteous and kept me informed. Will definitely refer others to Dr. Gendelman.
“Very informative!”
Great overall experience.The staff was very courteous and kept me informed. Will definitely refer others to Dr. Gendelman.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
Dr. Gendelman is a great doctor. He is very nice and helped me so much.
“Great doctor and amazing diagnostic work”
Dr. Gendelman is a great doctor. He is very nice and helped me so much.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
I felt comfortable and appreciated his explaining of my injury and the steps needed to heal.
“excellent”
I felt comfortable and appreciated his explaining of my injury and the steps needed to heal.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 6200 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 910
I had good visit. Nice doctor. The girls are nice too.
“Good visit”
I had good visit. Nice doctor. The girls are nice too.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
My wife has been treated with outstanding service every time we've been to this office. All the doctors and staff members are very kind.
“Outstanding Service”
My wife has been treated with outstanding service every time we've been to this office. All the doctors and staff members are very kind.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
I was very pleased with my visit, From the moment I walked in I was greeted by the receptionist with a huge smile. I filled out my paperwork and was taken to my exam room by a medical assistant within 5 minutes. When the doctors came to my room I was examined and everything was explained to me in detail, I did not feel rushed (the last thing you want is to feel like just another dollar). My medication prescription was sent electronically to my pharmacy. Thank you Urgent Orthopaedic Care
“Very pleased.”
I was very pleased with my visit, From the moment I walked in I was greeted by the receptionist with a huge smile. I filled out my paperwork and was taken to my exam room by a medical assistant within 5 minutes. When the doctors came to my room I was examined and everything was explained to me in detail, I did not feel rushed (the last thing you want is to feel like just another dollar). My medication prescription was sent electronically to my pharmacy. Thank you Urgent Orthopaedic Care
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 6200 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 910
Dr. Gendelman was very thorough in his explanations. He seemed very receptive to my input and I felt included in the decision making regarding treatment. First appointment, but very positive so far.
“Very Good”
Dr. Gendelman was very thorough in his explanations. He seemed very receptive to my input and I felt included in the decision making regarding treatment. First appointment, but very positive so far.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 6200 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 910
was a successful visit
“fast”
was a successful visit
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
Very knowledgeable and very happy with the results of my surgery.
“Excellent and knowledgeable doctor”
Very knowledgeable and very happy with the results of my surgery.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
An excellent doctor. I felt very comfortable with him. He performed x-rays on site. I got an injection and didn't feel a thing.
“Excellent”
An excellent doctor. I felt very comfortable with him. He performed x-rays on site. I got an injection and didn't feel a thing.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 6200 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 910
I appreciate the fact that he didn't prescribe pain killers. He had me go to physical therapy first.
“knowledgable”
I appreciate the fact that he didn't prescribe pain killers. He had me go to physical therapy first.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
My name is Anahid Gharibian. I would highly recommend this clinic to all my family members and friends. Wonderful physicians and staff.
“Great experience”
My name is Anahid Gharibian. I would highly recommend this clinic to all my family members and friends. Wonderful physicians and staff.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
Muy dedicado y amable. Explico muy bien mis opciones para tratamiento. Lo recomiendo.
“Muy buen doctor”
Muy dedicado y amable. Explico muy bien mis opciones para tratamiento. Lo recomiendo.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
fast and effective! awesome
“well done”
fast and effective! awesome
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
dr. Gendelman was very nice and helpful , great service and staff
“great experience”
dr. Gendelman was very nice and helpful , great service and staff
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
I came here a year ago in the worst pain of my life. a month later, based on Dr Vlad Gendelman's referal, i was no longer in pain.
“trustworthy and kind”
I came here a year ago in the worst pain of my life. a month later, based on Dr Vlad Gendelman's referal, i was no longer in pain.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
Went in to see the Dr. for a shoulder injury. He and his team were on top of everything and I didn't feel rushed.
“Good experience overall”
Went in to see the Dr. for a shoulder injury. He and his team were on top of everything and I didn't feel rushed.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
very helpfull
“Thanks”
very helpfull
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
Overall a great experience would recommend to all my friends with any ortho injuries, doctor was right on the point with my diagnosis and treatment
“Great and friendly staff”
Overall a great experience would recommend to all my friends with any ortho injuries, doctor was right on the point with my diagnosis and treatment
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
Multiple Surgeries in both legs Great work
“AMAZING Dr.”
Multiple Surgeries in both legs Great work
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
My appointments were made quick and easily. Didn't have to wait long til my appt times. When the doctor came in he reviewed the history and checked for problems. I never spent more than 45minutes here.
“Quick and Knowledgable”
My appointments were made quick and easily. Didn't have to wait long til my appt times. When the doctor came in he reviewed the history and checked for problems. I never spent more than 45minutes here.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
Excellent
“Excellent”
Excellent
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 6200 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 910
happy over all
“happy over all”
happy over all
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
Dr. Gendelman took the time to fully explain all the facets and possible treatment options of issues I am experiencing.
“Thorough and informstive”
Dr. Gendelman took the time to fully explain all the facets and possible treatment options of issues I am experiencing.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
I had a great experience with Vlad and his assistant. They knew exactly what tests to perform on my shoulder and what the problem was.
“Great Experience”
I had a great experience with Vlad and his assistant. They knew exactly what tests to perform on my shoulder and what the problem was.
Urgent Orthopaedic Care - 12660 Riverside Dr. Suite 201
very helpful
“very helpful”
very helpful
Comment - “ sraff is prompt, smart, knowledeable and efficient ”
i liked the doctor and feel she is very competent and professional. At first i felt the laser treatments would not work but i have an open mind and after 3 treatments it does seem to be helping.