Patient Testimonials

Dr. Hartigan did my hip replacement in February 2026. It was done at the Chaska surgery location which was a wonderful facility. Dr. Hartigan is an excellent surgeon, explains things well, answered all my questions, and on top of that, has a very personable bedside manner. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of a hip replacement.

Due to a car accident, I had to have knee replacements done on both knees. These were done with another healthcare provider outside of Twin Cities Orthopedics. The first was March 2023 and the second was November 2023. Six months after the November surgery, there was an issue and the replacement had to be redone. During this time Dr. Bircher kept me informed of what the procedure entailed and what the recovery time would be. He would always keep me informed and updated on any issues I had. My recovery has been complete and my knees feel great! I appreciate how Dr. Bircher took the time to explain everything that was going on and was always available to take calls and answer my questions. I would recommend Dr. Bircher to anyone with knee or hip issues.

Everyone on Dr. Hartigan’s staff has been kind, helpful, and informative. I was very comfortable and confident under Dr. Hartigan’s care. My recovery after my hip replacement in November went very well. My leg length discrepancy was resolved, and I just returned from a trip to the Netherlands where I put 70 miles on my pedometer. So thankful I had this done or that wouldn’t have been possible. Thank you so much to Dr. Hartigan and his team.

At my first appointment with Dr. O’Neill, I was in so much pain that I was frantic. Dr. O’Neill came into the room, sat down, and truly listened. He responded with empathy and kindness which was exactly what I needed. He walked me through the X-ray results, advised an MRI, and sent me on my way. The MRI revealed that my hip had no cartilage remaining and that was the source of my pain. I had to wait a few months for surgical availability so during that time I tried a hip injection which I thought might tide me over until the operation. Unfortunately, the injection didn’t have any effect, and I was back to square one with managing my pain until my surgery date.

Finally, the day for surgery came and I was so ready. The nursing staff at the surgical center were amazing and the surgery went smoothly. That afternoon, I was up and walking around the hallway with a walker. It felt great! The first night was rough but that was to be expected. I was already sent home the next day. Now, I am eight-weeks post-surgery and back to walking my three miles a day pain free. It’s amazing! I highly recommend Dr. O’Neill and his team. He is not only an outstanding surgeon, but also a decent human being.

I had been treated by Dr. Christopher Reynolds for nearly two years. On March 18, 2026, he performed my SI Joint Fusion Surgery at Maple Grove Hospital. I am nearly three weeks post-surgery and recovering nicely. Dr. Reynolds is brilliant, caring, and I trust him completely. I have full faith that I will have a wonderful outcome and a new improved quality of life. Dr. Reynold’s assistant, Lauren, is also amazing. I would highly recommend Dr. Reynolds to anyone needing orthopedic surgery. He is certainly one of the best and I am truly thankful for him!

I had a total hip replacement on February 5th, 2026. I am about seven-weeks out of surgery and I feel fantastic. I am already swinging a golf club and getting back into my normal workout routines. The best part is that I am doing all my daily activities without pain for the first time in years! I am no longer thinking about how I’m going to bend down to pick something up, or how I’m going to put socks on and tie my shoes. I can just do it! Dr. Schmiesing and his team did an excellent job. The EXCEL program was seamless. Everything was well organized, from pre-op to the day of surgery to post-op. I would highly recommend Dr. Schmiesing, his team, and TCO!

From my initial visit to the surgery, I was so impressed with Dr. Arntson. His people skills are fantastic, and he is very easy to talk to. My surgery was a great success! He was excellent with the follow-up after surgery as well. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to have a hip replacement.

Dr. Bircher was my surgeon for both my knee replacement and my hip revision. In both cases, he was a remarkable doctor, and I was lucky to have had him as my surgeon. He very patient and kind. He truly listens and helps you to make the best decision that will get you to a successful recovery.

I have seen Dr. Reynolds twice for low back and SI pain. He nailed the diagnosis immediately and confirmed it with an MRI. He has a fantastic “bedside manner” and is very easy to communicate with. Dr. Reynolds explains everything well. I feel like I receive great information coming in and going out. He sent me to TCO physical therapy, and I am responding fantastically to the exercises in my rehab! I have already referred him to others and will continue to do so in a heartbeat! What a great addition to TCO!

I recently visited the TCO Burnsville due to severe pain in my right leg caused by a significant hamstring injury (biceps femoris tear). From my very first interaction with the team, I was met with kindness, professionalism, and genuine hospitality. The entire staff was knowledgeable, attentive, and responsive to my specific needs, which made a difficult situation much easier to navigate.

My physical therapy was provided by Sally Hutson (PT, DPT) and Michelle DeGross (PTA). I was completely satisfied with the exceptional care they delivered. Their professionalism, encouragement, and patient?centered approach made a tremendous difference in my recovery. Thanks to their guidance and the treatment plan they designed, I was able to complete my therapy within three months of the injury and return to many of the physical activities I enjoyed before. I still have more healing ahead, and full recovery will take time, but I am confidently on the right path.

I highly recommend Twin Cities Orthopedics to anyone in need of physical therapy services. Their commitment to patient care is truly outstanding!