Patient Testimonials

I’m an 83-year-old who recently had a total knee replacement performed by Dr. Owen O’Neill. He has provided orthopedic care for me during the past 20 years (he also performed my hip replacement in 2019). I had known that both of my knees were ‘bone-on-bone’ for many years but always hoped I could avoid more surgery and had numerous cortisone injections and physical therapy over the years. Last year, I took a nasty fall which finally pushed me to consider knee replacement, something I concluded was a ‘quality of life’ decision. Knee pain was preventing me from climbing stairs, walking any distance, etc. The final straw came last spring while on vacation in San Diego. I was miserable! I couldn’t walk more than a few feet without significant pain and was inconveniencing others.

TCO from our hotel room in San Diego and set a date for the total knee replacement at the end of May. It was the best decision for me. At 10 weeks with my new knee, I can walk and climb stairs without pain. I believe my decision to finally have this surgery, even at an advanced age, was definitely facilitated by the long history of excellent orthopedic care I have experienced with Dr O’Neill.

Both rheumatology and infusion appointments always go smoothly. I always feel comfortable and can trust that I am listened to and also well-informed by all staff and Dr. Marc Nolan. My only feedback is that a restroom closer to the infusion suite would be ideal.

Dr. Etasha Bhatt performed surgery on my right ring finger which was badly injured due to a sport-related injury. The surgery went well, and I was on the path to healing soon after. It did not take long to get home, everything was quick and smooth. I was able to get follow-up appointments soon enough. I will recommend her and am happy with the overall care that was provided by TCO.

Dr. Neil Johnson is one of the most knowledgeable doctors I have ever met. He tells it like it is.

I just wanted to thank Dr. Scott Anseth for a seamless surgery and recovery. I was very nervous for this surgery as I had an intra-op femur fracture with my other hip replacement surgery, which was performed by another surgeon.  Dr Anseth, I appreciate your expert surgical skills and bedside manner. I hope I don’t have to see you for more joint surgery, but I have peace knowing I’d be in great hands!  Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Prior to my recent injury, I saw Dr. Frank Norberg for knee surgery, which went extremely well. Eight years later, I went back to see him for a shoulder tear. I would only trust Dr. Norberg. My shoulder had an extreme tear, and he used a new technique that worked incredibly well which expedited my healing time. He’s extremely talented, explains the issues and procedures clearly, and is very encouraging. If you have any questions, go to TCO and see Dr. Norberg. He will put you at ease and get you back to doing life again.

Dr. Bakker fixed my wrist when others could not. I am forever grateful for his skill and compassion.

Through my shoulder surgery, Dr. Ridley was the kindest and most amazing doctor to work with! I’m very grateful and thankful to have had him as my surgeon.

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!