Patient Testimonials

I would like thank Dr. Thomas Comfort for my many successful surgeries. Two knee revisions, 1 total knee replacement, both hip replacements and both shoulder replacements. He was very professional and willing to listen to all of my questions. He explained what he needed to do so I could understand. With more than 30 visits he still worked with me even on some of my default recovery due to possible a underlying issue I may have causing longer recoveries. I have and will pass his name on to other people that I think he could help.
Thanks Doc!

I had the distinct privilege of having received a left shoulder replacement from Dr. Johnson. From the first meeting with his nursing assistant, Jen Perillo, I knew I had found staff that would be supportive through the process of the shoulder replacement. Though, through no fault of Dr. Johnson, the replacement separated, and the surgery had to be replaced again. The second surgery was successful. Through the after care, Dr. Johnson and Ms. Perillo showed the ultimate in care and concern. The recovery process has been slow and steady with consistent follow-up from the surgeon and nursing staff.  If you should be so fortunate to schedule surgery through Dr. Johnson’s office, you will find some competent and caring professionals.

If you are searching for a professional, highly skilled, caring, and thoughtful orthopedic surgeon, look no further than Dr. Leafblad. He replaced my shoulder this past fall, and it is improving daily. I have been very pleased with his care and would recommend him to anyone in need of orthopedic surgery!

I had a wonderful experience. From the time I visited Dr. Jeff Mair before my surgery to my four-month check-up, I was very happy with my care.

Dr. Edward Kelly recently replaced my left shoulder joint, and I am so appreciative of the success after several years of pain. He was very thorough in the recommended preparation before the surgery. Following these procedures, reading the handbook, renting the shoulder ice machine, etc., gave me peace of mind. The same-day outpatient surgery went as scheduled and following it, I had minimal pain for the first month. Now, after the second month, my arm movement is ahead of schedule and pain-free. The recommended physical therapy is going very well. I would send friends to Dr. Kelly for such a surgery.

I “happened” to become a patient of Dr. Edward W. Szalapski at the end of 2023 into 2024, and I am very pleased.

In 2023, a friend had an emergency accident damaging her left shoulder. Dr. Szalapski was assigned as her doctor. I reviewed his background and saw that he did reverse total shoulder replacement! I met with him, and he reviewed the X-rays that the previous doctor had taken. He saw my shoulder needed surgery.

Dr. Szalapski and his team are quick, to the point, thorough, and always ask if I have any questions or concerns. My surgery and recovery have gone well. I recommend and thank Dr. Szalapski.

My shoulder was replaced in August, and by December I could fully elevate my arm. I am very happy I finally had this surgery done. Thanks to Dr. Schmiesing and his staff for a smooth surgery and recovery.

Dr. Mair performed my surgery on a Monday morning and I was home in the afternoon. The following Monday I kept my arm in the sling but I went dancing. After a couple of weeks, I was back to volunteering. I had very little pain and took very few meds. For two weeks I slept in a recliner and iced almost constantly during the day. Once I started rehab, I did daily exercises for about two months and intermittently for about six months. I am so glad I did this surgery. I have complete pain-free movement,  except I can’t quite get my arm completely behind my back, which Dr. Mair had told me before the surgery. I golf, garden, dance, fix my hair, and do everything I want to do. He was so nice to work with. His assistant Cody Plaisance, PA-C was always available and also very helpful and pleasant. Several friends have had various surgeries with Dr. Mair and we all agree he is the greatest!

I received a left total knee replacement in October 2022. I am totally satisfied with the results.  I have full mobility and no pain. Dr. Szalapski also performed a left shoulder replacement in 2014 and a right shoulder reverse replacement in 2018. Again, the results were 100% satisfaction with no pain and full mobility. I highly recommended Dr. Szalapski!

I needed help with my left shoulder that had a failed first replacement. I was in a lot of pain and had lessened flexibility. Dr. Leafblad replaced the bad joint with a new reverse joint. The operation was just great. I have no pain now and the shoulder has all of the flexibility, motion, and utility I hoped for.