Patient Testimonials

Dr. Kelly and his entire team was outstanding. They answered every question and stayed in contact during the entire shoulder replacement process.

At just 52 years old, Margaret was shocked and scared to realize both of her hips were deteriorating.

A long-long practitioner of karate and a recent CrossFit enthusiast, this active mom realized she couldn’t live with the pain any longer, especially when she could barely walk.

After visiting Dr. Ryan Horazdovsky at Twin Cities Orthopedics, Margaret felt confident a double hip replacement was the right move for her.

“A lot of patients who come to me in their 40’s or early 50’s are concerned they’re too young,” Dr. Horazdovsky said. “They’re very nervous about the idea of having a hip replacement. But, I want patients to find comfort in the idea that a total hip replacement is likely one of the best surgeries in medicine.”

Almost immediately after surgery, Margaret’s pain was gone, and now she’s back enjoying the activities she loves — pain free. For her, this decision was “the best (she) ever made,” and she now feels like she has a new lease on life.

Dr. O’Neill and his staff are highly skilled, efficient, and professional in all their work. I was very impressed from the start of my evaluation to the rehab process, after a total knee replacement. This is truly the “A” team!

I am 2.5 weeks post-bunion surgery and 6 months post-surgery for a cork screw fracture of the fourth toe; one surgery on each foot. The emergency surgery required a trip to TCO Urgent Care, where Dr. McGarvey made time to see me. He explained the procedure and we did the most urgent surgery first. I always felt that I could call with any questions and concerns. And Rhodora, his amazing assistant, always got back to me promptly. Because, let’s face it, what else do you have to do with your foot elevated above your heart in bed or on the couch for weeks on end but come up with one hundred questions you wish you had asked?

I healed up nicely, got some strength back, then had the bunion surgery. Once again, I feel well cared for and my foot seems to be healing well. I have already called Rhodora twice with dumb questions, but she doesn’t make you feel dumb. I highly recommend Dr. McGarvey and Rhodora.

I was very impressed with Dr. Steven Meisterling. If I need any more work done, I will have him do it. I appreciate all of you. Thank you!

Dr. Hoel worked with me to diagnose and treat a herniated disc in my back. My entire experience with Dr. Hoel was outstanding. The things I appreciated the most was that he acknowledged the pain I was experiencing with sympathy and understanding, and he clearly explained the treatment options available to me as well. Due to being unable to walk or sit without intense pain, I chose the surgery option. Lastly, the surgery was an outstanding success! The pain was gone immediately after surgery. I highly recommend Dr. Hoel, both for the understanding and respect he showed me, as well as for his skill as a surgeon. Thank you Dr. Hoel!

I would highly recommend Dr. Owen O’Neill and his team to perform anterior hip replacement surgery; and through the EXCEL Program, if you qualify. I am accustomed to a high level of customer service, due to my previous profession, and have to say I was blown away by the professional service I received from the first call to the final check up by the entire team! They also did an excellent job in managing my safety during Covid-19. Dr. O’Neill doesn’t push the surgery, but explains the details of your situation, options available and lets you decide. He is extremely knowledgeable and demonstrates his concern for you and your situation. He is genuinely a great guy.

Prior to surgery I was able to still do activities like golf and pickleball, but had a hard time enjoying them, due to hip pain that was only getting worse. After the surgery, I bounced back very quickly. I was walking 2 miles by the 2^nd week post-op and felt 85% at 8 weeks, doing most things I love. At 10 weeks post-op, I played two rounds of golf and four hours of pickleball in 2 days and had no pain. Frankly, I was amazed that I was able to enjoy my activities and no longer have to compensate for pain. If your quality of life is not what you want due to hip issues, I encourage you to go see Dr. O’Neill and his team at TCO! I would also encourage you to dedicate time to do the pre and post-op exercises they ask you perform. I think that also made a big difference in the recovery time. LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE!

Dr. Cammack is one of the best doctors I have ever met. He’s effective, knowledgeable, kind and funny. He cured my arthritis on the second visit. I highly recommend Dr. Cammack and thank him for his kindness.

Today is the one year anniversary of my knee surgery. I would love to thank Dr. Wulf and my PT, Jill, for their efforts in my surgery & recovery.

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I had intense back pain for years. I wasn’t seeing a lot of results with physical therapy alone, despite following the recommended therapy exercises. Then Dr. Ash said I’d be a good candidate for the MedX program and I am so thankful for that recommendation. Once I began working with Dr. Biewen and his team – using the machines and implementing core exercises – things really started improving. It took a couple of weeks in the program and I progressively got better. I went from excruciating pain in everyday tasks, to running, working out, hiking, driving in the car for as long as I want, etc. There are no restrictions now.

I highly recommend this program to anyone who is suffering with lower back issues. I’m glad that I was pointed in this direction. If it wasn’t for Dr. Biewen, his team, and the MedX program, I would still be in a lot of pain.