Patient Testimonials

Dr. Deal is fantastic! I was referred to him after an MRI indicated a herniated disc in my C5/C6 area and non-surgical procedures failed to alleviate the pain that radiated down my right arm.

During our first visit, he was patient enough to walk me through my options, his recommendation (Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion), and the specifics of what all of that entailed… and he did it in a way that was easy to understand! It’s obvious that he is thoughtful in his practice and genuinely cares about his patients. Though he was patient enough to answer all of my questions during that visit, I think he realized I was anxious about the procedure and he personally returned a message with some additional questions I had left for his care coordinator. I thought that was pretty amazing and he has demonstrated that patience and commitment to my care in the post-op recovery visits as well.

I underwent the ACDF surgery in March 2016 and had immediate pain relief. I’m so grateful for Dr. Deal’s care and would highly recommend him to anyone in need of an orthopedic spine surgeon!

This is the guy to go to. No kidding, he has helped me a lot, my knees and my hips are worn out. Next step will probably be surgery and Dr. Hunt is the guy to take care of me.

Cannot say a bad thing. I have had Dr. Meyer for several things and I will only have him. He is so kind and friendly. The whole staff is super great. The facility is unbelievable. Did not want to leave. Beautiful, cozy and so huge of a room.

I found the hip replacement to be a very worthwhile surgery, and the EXCEL Program has produced one of the best recoveries I have ever experienced.

* Jeffrey had a total hip replacement with Dr. Anseth and was a participant in TCO’s EXCEL Program.

I felt comfortable throughout the process and procedure. I had complete confidence that I was going to feel better after recovery, and in fact, I did. Could not recommend Dr. Arthur more highly.

*Larry was a participant in TCO’s Excel Program

Dr. Kelly and his team replaced my shoulder three months ago and it has been a game changing event for me as the pain and restless sleep was immediately rectified. He accurately predicted my condition degrading more than three months ahead of the surgery date. The team was amazing to work with, showing deep passion for their job and my care.

I am greatly blessed and fortunate to have access to the skilled talent and professional services Dr. Kelly and his staff provided me. I am looking forward to getting back to all my activities I have previously enjoyed.

I had pain in my left knee for many years. Cortisone shots gave only temporary relief and then the pain would return. My total knee replacement was done on February 11, 2016, and now I am pain free. I was able to return to my exercise classes in approximately three weeks. At my follow up visit with Dr. Peterson, I was told my healing was way ahead of schedule. I found Dr. Peterson to be compassionate, comforting, and an excellent surgeon. He truly cared about my overall well-being. I would recommend him to anyone facing total joint replacement.

I had my right knee done March 2nd, 2015, and my left knee March 7th, 2016, at the Maple Grove Hospital. It was a good experience. The whole staff was very caring and helpful in my speedy recovery. I had a positive attitude that everything was going to be okay. I am still doing my exercises daily. Thank you.

This is a wonderful program. Easy, simple and the perfect amount of one on one. Great at explaining everything from beginning to end.

*Linda was a participant in TCO’s EXCEL Program during her total knee replacement with Dr. Peter Sanders.

In October of 2014, I was rear-ended by a person who was distracted by his phone. Immediately I had neck and shoulder pain from the trauma. After months of treatment at Twin Cities Orthopedics on my shoulder, the pain continued and I was losing feeling in my right arm more frequently. After an MRI, I was diagnosed with a herniated disc in CS/C6 area of my cervical spine. I was referred to Dr. Deal for treatment. He spent a lot of time with me trying to avoid surgery (injections, physical therapy) but in the end surgery was needed. He worked within my schedule of upcoming international travel to get the surgery done and have me healed enough to travel.
Dr. Deal did a fantastic job with my surgery. I had instant pain relief from the surgery and needed very little pain medication. His staff and the nurses at the MN Valley Surgical Center were incredible. Dr. Deal spends the necessary time with you at all appointments to answer questions and also make sure that you are healing appropriately.
I would highly recommend him to anyone with Spine issues.