Patient Testimonials

My experience with Dr. Ridley was the best I could have asked for. When I found out I had torn my hip labrum, I was anxious. I didn’t know what the process would look like at all, especially because I am an avid runner and have may more marathons to run in my life. Thankfully, his expertise and skill quickly put me at ease. The surgery went perfectly, and I started recovering quickly.

About two months after my first procedure, I started having pain in my other hip. I messaged Dr. Ridley right away to find out if I should be seen. He was able to get me in quickly to find out if I had torn my other labrum, which I had. We got a surgery date on the calendar without delay, and the second surgery went even better than the first!

I am now 6 weeks into recovery from my second hip surgery and 19 weeks from the first. I could not be happier with my decision to be treated at TCO with Dr. Ridley. He is personable, caring, and an expert at what he does. He and his team answered all of my questions. They always made me feel comfortable and empowered during my journey. I highly recommend him to anyone dealing with a similar issue!

Dr. Bircher and the TCO staff were amazing. Dr. Bircher replaced my hip after my husband went through the same process two months earlier. I had my other hip replaced two years ago through my regular healthcare system. Both were successful but my recovery was much faster with TCO. I didn’t feel like I was just a “number” with Dr. Bircher.

My husband and I were each in the EXCEL program after our procedures. We stayed overnight in one of their surgery care suites and had physical therapy before being released the next morning. It was much easier to understand the recovery process during physical therapy sessions versus just being handed a booklet. Every employee in the EXCEL program was awesome.

Dr. Bircher was kind, caring, and extremely knowledgeable. You can tell he is invested in his patients and their success. My hip journey may be done but you cannot go wrong with Dr. Bircher at TCO!

Dr. Barry and his team are truly amazing! He is exceptionally competent and skilled. Equally as important, he is kind. He understood all my circumstances to help create a plan so I could deal with my knees until I could have the surgery. I am two months post-op and walking as much as I did two years ago, even at a slightly faster speed. Dr. Barry and Rebecca are the best! I totally trust them.

I met with Dr. Bircher several times before going ahead with my procedure. I found him informative, direct, and caring. The replacement was success with minimal post-operative pain. There is no question about who I will select to replace my other knee.

I was really impressed with the whole experience at TCO Woodbury. I was able to get an appointment the next day, and the staff was incredibly friendly staff. Dr. Michael R Johnson was the best at treating me. He took the time to explain what the plan was and told me to give him a call if I had any additional questions.

It has been three months since I had a total knee replacement, and I have nothing but good things to say about Dr. Bircher and the EXCEL Program at the Plymouth Surgery Center. I have seen Dr. Bircher for treatment for the past two years before it was decided that we move forward with the replacement. Throughout that time, he heard my concerns, offered suggestions, made recommendations, and provided support. I believe Dr. Bircher and his team set themselves apart by not making me feel rushed during appointments and truly listening to my questions and concerns. I am so glad that I chose Dr. Bircher as my surgeon and I plan to use him again when it’s comes time for surgery on my other knee!

Dr. Bircher did an excellent job with my robotic knee replacement surgery on July 3, 2025. My family and friends cannot believe how well I am moving around after just a few weeks. I would definitely recommend him and his team.

Overall, I had a very positive experience with Dr. Dwivedi. Scheduling and checking in for my surgery were done in a very time efficient manner. I was very pleased with my results and outcome!

Dr. Ockuly and Dani have provided outstanding care during both of my knee replacements. From pre-surgery preparation to post-operative recovery, their expertise, professionalism, and compassion were evident at every step. They were always available to address any questions or concerns in a timely manner. This gave me great confidence and peace of mind. Thanks to their dedication and support, my recovery has been smooth and successful. I would highly recommend Dr. Ockuly and Dani to anyone in need of orthopedic care.

On September 17th, 2024, I fell from my bicycle and landed on my left shoulder. An MRI indicated multiple rotator cuff tears. I did not intend to have surgery due to age, prior injuries, and history of failed rotator cuff repairs on my right shoulder. After four months of dealing with pain, weakness, and sleepless nights, I decided to see Dr. Butterfield at Twin Cities Orthopedics.

I had little expectation of a successful long-term outcome. I just wanted relief from the pain without drugs. I was also willing to live with some pain and limited function, as I do with my right shoulder. During my discussion with Dr. Butterfield, he explained that the age of 70 is not the same for everyone, and because of my good health, I would be a good candidate for surgery. He also stated that because my left shoulder had no previous procedures, there was no scar tissue to deal with. After Dr. Butterfield finished talking, I told him he had given me hope, and I would like to go ahead with the surgery. The surgery date was on February 14th, 2025.

The are four key factors that contributed to my successful shoulder surgery:

1) Dr. Butterfield is a highly recommended surgeon, who did an excellent job repairing my shoulder. I appreciate his confidence and the hope he gave me during my assessment.

2) The sling that was issued to me was wonderful. It fit well and secured my shoulder to give excellent support. The slings provided to me for past surgeries on the right shoulder were completely inadequate.

3) My Physical Therapist, Ron Fischer, was great. He patiently worked to stretch and strengthen my shoulder. He gave me a good plan for home exercises. Ron was encouraging and easy to work with.

4) I tried to be the best patient I could be. I followed directions and restrictions as much as possible. The excellent sling helped make the difference. I also did daily stretches and strengthening exercises as instructed, except for the few times when I felt the shoulder needed some rest.

These four things contributed to the success of my surgery. I now have full range of motion, good strength, and I can get a good night’s sleep. I’m grateful to Dr. Butterfield and staff for the care and service I received at TCO.