Patient Testimonials

Dr. Shammash’s care coordinator, Christina, is compassionate, talented, and knowledgeable. My emails were answered promptly, and problems were quickly solved. More than once, she went out of her way to make my life easier. I’ve had a chronic illness for decades, and to have this exceptional care at this stage means everything. I highly recommend them both!

Dr. Mittelsteadt was a true blessing! He was patient and gave great advice. He also provided helpful knowledge and the best steps to remove my pain! Wouldn’t chose any other doctor! Thank you!

I would like to express my deepest gratitude and thanks to TCO’s Dr. Meisterling and his entire team. My life has turned around in such an amazingly positive direction thanks to two total knee replacements. Dr. Meisterling’s surgeries have allowed my wife and I to complete a recent hiking trip through Zion, Arches, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Grand Teton, and Yellowstone National Parks. We’re so appreciative of the “new lease on life” that the TCO team has given to me. My wife and I look forward to hiking many more national parks in the months and years to come.

From the initial consultation through surgery, Dr. Mittelsteadt and his team were amazing. They were always professional and thorough. I am now pain-free thanks to my surgery. I constantly recommend Dr. Mittelsteadt and TCO to my friends.

Dr. Mittelsteadt and his team were very nice, professional, and easy to talk to. He has a great sense of humor and is an all-around great guy. I would recommend him to anyone. Thanks to Dr. Mittelsteadt’s help, I am doing very well!

Extremely pleased with Dr. Bircher and his team. I suffered with a terrible stabbing pain in my left leg for over eight years and went to see numerous specialists to try and figure out what was wrong. Nobody figured it out until I met with Dr. Bircher, and it changed my life. My implant had come loose. I am now recovering and so far, am doing quite well!

In April, Dr. Bircher performed my total knee replacement surgery, and it was the best decision I ever made. He was very professional and worked with me prior to my decision to have surgery and I appreciated his patience and understanding.

Dr. O’Neill came highly recommended to me by my Primary Care Physician once I could no longer maintain my active lifestyle due to pain in my right hip.

After my first appointment with him, I knew I did not need to look any further. I felt comfortable and confident in his skills. He was attentive, professional, and explained everything thoroughly. My minimally invasive anterior hip replacement surgery took place at the Eagan Orthopedic Surgery Center, and it all went perfectly. The next day I was home using a walker for only 3 days. I followed all the instructions and dutifully did my daily exercises. I am now 10 weeks post-operation, and I am back to participating in all of my activities pain free! I feel wonderful and am so grateful to Dr. O’Neill and his amazing staff. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for a top-notch orthopedic surgeon.

Dr. Samuel Carlson recently performed my right hip replacement surgery, and I am so thankful for his expert knowledge and surgical skill as I was up and walking with ease and comfort soon after. Dr. Carlson took the time to carefully listen to me, explain my treatment options and answer all my questions and concerns. I cannot convey enough thanks or positivity about Dr. Samuel Carlson’s outstanding care before, during, and after the hip replacement. It is great to walk about without struggling at each step. Thank you again Dr. Samuel Carlson and staff.

I recently developed an excruciatingly painful condition (a herniated L4-L5 disc and pinched nerve) in my lower back that rendered me unable to walk without crutches. We contacted Twin Cities Orthopedics (TCO) on a Thursday afternoon and described the condition. They were able to access my test data and arrange an appointment to see Dr. Eric Deal right away on Monday. After evaluating the situation, Dr. Deal patiently explained the condition and the possible treatment options. We decided on surgery, and they were able to schedule me right away on that Thursday at their Eagan location. The surgery went without a hitch, and I was able to walk almost immediately, only needing the assistance of a cane for balance for the first few weeks.

I can honestly say that working with TCO was the most positive medical experience I have ever had. Every member of the TCO staff was completely professional and genuinely caring at every step. The facilities were pleasant and modern, and most conveniently located. The anesthesiologist (Dr. Anderson) listened carefully to my concerns, and we were able to avoid any nausea or allergic reactions which have historically been a real problem for me. Dr. Deal and his team did an incredible job with the surgery and the aftercare. Following this rather complex procedure, I had almost no pain and required no medications beyond ordinary Tylenol. I simply cannot say enough good things about the technical expertise and genuine care this group provided, and I wholeheartedly recommend TCO without reservation for anyone needing orthopedic care.