Patient Testimonials

Dr. Mittelsteadt and his team are amazing! He replaced both of my knees and preformed two trigger finger surgeries for me. With my last knee surgery, I was surprised at how fast I recovered from the procedure. It’s a tough recovery, but within two months I was back to doing most of the things I did before surgery. The entire team including Annie Drabot, the anesthesiologist, and nurses are extremely knowledgeable and took the time to listen to me. I received the best care and would highly recommend Dr. Mittelsteadt.

I broke the plastic piece of a 16-year-old total knee replacement. After doing some research, I went to see Dr. James Bircher who was local and available. We hit it off immediately and it didn’t take him long to diagnose my problem. I went into the surgery very confident that all would go well. The entire procedure and recovery exceeded my expectations. A big thank you to Dr. Bircher. I’m so glad we crossed paths!

During my freshman year golf season, I dislocated my left knee while swinging on the range. Once healed, I experienced major knee discomfort and constant pain. I made the decision to get knee surgery in November 2025 during my junior year. I am now 20-weeks post-operation and having the procedure done was one of the best decisions I have made! Dr. Schmiesing and the physical therapists at TCO have been nothing shy of amazing.

I am 69 years old and had a wonderful experience with my knee replacement performed by Dr. Bircher. He took time answering my questions and his team gave me a lot of information throughout the procedure journey. Their communication truly helped reduce the stress of having a major surgery. I loved that he took the time to talk with me and I never felt rushed. I was able to walk immediately after surgery and now I am four months post-operation. I am doing very well thanks to him and his team. If you are needing a knee surgery, Dr. Bircher should be your doctor!

In 2021 and 2022, I had my left and right knee replacements done with Dr. Eric Busse. He is wonderful! He used robotics for a quad sparing technique replacement. I have had no complications since he has the best surgical skill and outcomes. I have sent family members and friends to him, and their outcomes have been excellent as well. I am a Registered Nurse, so I was very picky about who I wanted as my orthopedic surgeon. I can honestly say I picked the best! Thank you to Dr. Busse and his team!

I recently celebrated the first anniversary of my second knee replacement, which was performed in March 2025 by Dr. Scott Anseth and his outstanding team. I had my first knee replacement in 2019 and experienced the same excellent outcome. I was playing tennis at six months, with full, unrestricted play by eight months. I am currently playing three to four times a week.

I have been in the medical device industry for over thirty years and have worked alongside thousands of highly qualified, professional, and caring physicians who consistently deliver quality results. Without a doubt, Dr. Anseth, Heidi Bolgren, PA-C, and the surgical team at Twin Cities Orthopedics are among the very best. I am grateful for their outstanding patient-centric care!

As an aside, the second surgery was performed at the TCO Chaska same day surgery center. What a phenomenal experience! From check-in to discharge, the entire staff was exceptional. Thank you to all!

Brooke Leone was my physical therapist. Looking back at my sessions with Brooke, I see her as a Godsend. The issue with my knee started on April 6, 2025, when I had an infection which required two surgeries, which I received outside of Twin Cities Orthopedics. This required multiple hospital stays, and a five?month wait before I could finally get my total knee replacement. By the time I met Brooke, I already had a long and painful road behind me. I now had a new knee, along with profuse swelling from scar tissue. From my understanding, this wasn’t typical, and I ended up being forced to retire and go on disability.

Brooke not only helped me become the best I could be physically, but what made my sessions with her truly special was her ability to read me. By the time I received my knee replacement, I was physically exhausted and emotionally struggling with my disability. My early sessions with Brooke were tough and exhausting. However, what made my recovery exceptional and successful was how she encouraged me and lifted my spirits. Her support felt sincere and was exactly what I needed to keep pushing forward. I honestly believe God put Brooke in my life. She is the one who made me want to achieve the best mobility possible with my leg recovery.

Before my knee replacement surgery and meeting Brooke, I had physical therapy sessions as part of my recovery from a septic infection. I often left those appointments feeling defeated and frustrated by the lack of interest and care I received from those providers outside of TCO. I was amazed when I met Brooke and she lifted my mood, motivated me, and helped me push through the pain. I became emotional and thanked God for putting her in my life when I was at such a low point. I am extremely grateful for her and her skills.

I wanted to thank Dr. Anseth and his remarkable team for restoring my life. I have just returned from Utah and a skiing trip at Deer Valley and Alta. Although snow in Utah could be better, my right knee has not felt this good since my twenties. I have come a long way from two years ago when I decided to have surgery after taking the gondola down at Snowbird. It was a long road of recovery, but my range of motion and overall knee function has completely exceeded my expectations. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

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 had robotic-assisted total knee replacement surgery in January of 2026 with Dr. Bircher. He is an awesome doctor and very easy to talk to. He truly puts you at ease when discussing surgery. My surgery went well with little pain, and my physical therapy sessions were easier because of it. My quality of life has improved so much, and I no longer need to use my cane, which is a major benefit for me. I highly recommend Dr. Bircher and his team. They are the best!