Patient Testimonials

Dr. Dwivedi is a pleasant and informative physician, as well as a very skilled surgeon. He informed me of the post-surgical discomfort, the time needed for healing and physical therapy, as well as the likely outcome after one year. I would highly recommend him.

Lisa H. with Twin Cities Orthopedics was such a benefit in helping me get back to a normal life. With her many years of expertise as an Occupational therapist, it was super beneficial to be able to reach out to her when I needed it. The care and knowledge that was demonstrated to me during my healing journey was phenomenal. It enabled me to have some control over my healing so I could get back to normal life.

I could not say enough about Lisa as an Occupational therapist and her efforts in running the Work Conditioning program. Her attitude and dedication to each person she was with was truly amazing. Her interactions with me and other people at the Hudson location was nothing short of top-notch care and compassion. She gives her best to help everyone out.

I am so grateful for the entire team under Dr. James Bircher throughout my surgery journey. He listened to my needs and set me up for surgery when it was right for me. He is personable. I know I can always trust him, and he will be there looking out for my best interests. I could not be happier with my knee replacement, and I would highly recommend Dr. James Bircher and Twin Cities Orthopedics.

Dr. Diekman replaced my right hip about 11 years ago. Now, I need the left hip replaced. I’m willing to drive 2 hours to have him replace it. I know others who have had hips or knees replaced by him, and they are extremely confident in his work. He is an excellent doctor!

Sara Milner is an absolute rockstar as a movement specialist as well as a strength and conditioning coach! I came to her nervous about deadlifting since I was convinced I would end up injured, but Sara completely changed my perspective. She patiently taught me proper form and broke it down for me with clear explanations. I now love deadlifting and get a real thrill from pushing my limits safely. Sara’s expertise transformed me from dealing with pain and low strength to building serious power and cardio conditioning.

She also created stretching plans that worked wonders for my back pain, specially designed with exercises I can do anywhere to boost my lung capacity and strength. As a volunteer firefighter, I need to be at my peak, both physically and safely. Sara’s tailored approach has been a game-changer. From fun workouts and bike rides to HIIT and Pilates, she’s helped me build a lifestyle that keeps me strong, confident, and ready to serve. Sara’s guidance is top-notch, and I cannot recommend her enough!

Nicole Sullivan has been an absolute game-changer as my strength and conditioning specialist! When I started, I was only working out once or twice a week on my own, and I was dealing with a sore back that had bothered me for years. Nicole completely turned that around. She designed a series of strength workouts that took me from basic at-home exercises to lifting serious weight at the TCO gym. Her guidance was spot-on.

She met me for a few in-person sessions to nail down proper form, then set me up with the TCO app. It made following the workouts a breeze. As I got stronger, Nicole tweaked the plans to push me past plateaus, keeping things challenging yet doable. Now, my back hasn’t felt this good in decades, and I look forward to hitting the gym. Thanks to her, I’m not just stronger – I’ve got the power and confidence to step up as a volunteer firefighter, ready to support those in need. Nicole’s expertise and tailored approach have made all the difference. She has a passion for fitness and is an amazing guide to help you on your journey. I highly recommend her!

I cannot recommend Kylie Ryan enough as a dietitian! Over the past year, she’s been an incredible guide in helping me lower my ApoB, lose weight, and gain muscle simultaneously. Kylie’s patience and attentiveness made all the difference. She listened to my countless questions and provided clear, practical advice. Her simple quantity adjustments to my diet were easy to follow and highly effective. It made the plan sustainable and tailored to my needs. Kylie’s expertise and supportive approach have truly transformed my health journey. Thank you, Kylie!

Thank you, Dr. Traynor and the PT staff at TCO Maple Grove, for the excellent care you gave me after I broke my ankle this winter. Dr. Traynor was caring, professional, and did a great job explaining that my injury would require surgery to fix it. Even though I’m sure he has many other patients, he took time to explain exactly what needed to be done and what the healing process would entail. Thanks to Dr. Traynor, his assistant Logan, and the team at Maple Grove TCO, my recovery is going well. I couldn’t be more pleased with the service I received.

I had total knee replacement surgery in 2015. Starting in 2024, I was having considerable pain and discomfort. I had trouble with stairs and any uneven walking. I was referred to Dr. Bircher by my first surgeon and I found out that not all orthopedic surgeons perform total knee revision surgery. Dr. Bircher spent a considerable amount of time with me on two different occasions explaining everything about this procedure, what to expect, outcomes, and possible consequences.

Post surgery in February 2025, Dr. Bircher personally called me four different times over a two-week period to ask how I was doing. I have also had multiple follow up appointments with Dr. Bircher and his entire staff including Cassie, Logan, Kari, and Maggie. At each visit, they listened to any concerns I had before recommending any follow ups. This team of professionals is the best I have ever been associated with. I highly recommend Dr. James Bircher and his team.

I had shoulder surgery performed by Dr. Ockuly after an injury, and I couldn’t be more thankful for the care I received. From the initial consultation to post-surgery follow-ups, Dr. Ockuly was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly reassuring. He explained everything clearly, made me feel confident in the process. He treated me with care and respect.

Thanks to his skill and attention to detail, my surgery was a success. I am now well on my way to a full recovery with plans to return to college hockey next season. I highly recommend Dr. Ockuly to anyone in need of orthopedic care. His expertise and dedication made a tough situation much easier to handle.