This is an OC TOSer
I too am having problems finding a consult with "right" surgeon
After 7 years of this mess
I did find Mr. Wizard himself.
Dr. Agnew (Neurologist/Pain Management) in Santa Barbara
He doesn't beat around the bush
And reads films better than a radiologist
Tells you what tests you need and which direction to go next.
He speaks highly of Dr. Sanders and Dr. Avery
There are TOSers here that have had good results with Dr. Filler and Dr. Jordan in LA area.
Does this help?
PM me anytime and I'll help you anyway I can and so can alot of CALI painful peeps.