Patient Testimonials

I am 67 years old, and I had a knee replacement done outside of Twin Cities Orthopedics. After my surgery, I still had issues with my knee. I could hardly walk or bend, so I decided to go to TCO. I had a consultation with Dr. Saterbak and she recommended that we do a revision. When I came to see her, I felt so defeated. She did the revision and now I feel like I have my life back. Thank you so much Dr. Saterbak!

I have been seeing Dr. Arntson for five years. He is very kind and a good listener. He provides good information and solutions. He performed a full knee replacement on my right knee, with great results. I had very little pain and discomfort, and excellent mobility ahead of schedule. I highly recommend Dr. Arntson to anyone.

Over time I have had to get many different types of surgery done on both feet. Dr. Vargas is a favorite of mine. He is very knowledgeable and kind, plus he is good at what he does. He is kind, funny, and overall, the best Podiatrist I have ever had.

I have been seeing Dr. Ockuly and Annie Merrill for the past four years for help with my bilateral knee pain. They have managed my pain with exercises and injections which has worked great. However, this year, my right knee had started to progressively wear down leading to a right total knee replacement done in May. My knee is healing wonderfully, and I am extremely happy with the results of my surgery! As my left knee is along the same path, I am planning on having it replaced as well!

Dr. Ockuly has always listened to my concerns with care. He explained my condition in detail, suggested appropriate care, and demonstrated exemplary technical skill! Annie has also been great with patient support. She is attentive and has a great technical skill as well! She is easily available and carefully answers any questions. From the moment I was seen by them, I felt I was in good hands. I highly recommend this team! Many thanks to them for improving my quality of life through their care!

Dr. Karlstad did an amazing job helping me figure out what was wrong with my right wrist. All other doctors that I saw thought it was severely sprained until I saw Dr. Karlstad. He had me get an MRI, which confirmed the dislocation of the distal ulnar head/joint. This was due to a freak accident at work. He did an amazing job relocating my joint back in April. His PA-C, Cole Smith, has done an amazing job checking up on the wrist and making sure it was healing well. Dr. Karlstad has done the same.

I had an appointment with Brianna Randall PA-C for some chronic back pain and numbness in my upper legs. I have to say that this was one of the best diagnostic appointments I have ever experienced. Brianna was very professional and thorough. She took extra time to review my previous MRI and follow up X-rays. She walks me through, in detail, what was going on in my lower back and my symptoms. By the end of the appointment, I left with complete confidence in the diagnosis, how that related to my symptoms, and what my short and long-term treatment options were. Thank you to Brianna for taking the time and answering all my questions!

I am eight weeks post-op, and I am extremely happy and satisfied with the results. The care I received from Dr. O’Neill, his team, and the staff was excellent. Everything from start to finish was flawless and reassuring. I would highly recommend this team to family and friends.

Thanks a million, Twin Cities Orthopedics for your specialized Urgent Care facility. I had unbearable pain for three days and was blessed to discover TCO and its staff. From registration to X-rays to evaluation and treatment, the process was superb.

Dr. Panek, his PA Nathan, and the entire EXCEL staff exceeded my wildest expectations on this journey toward getting my knee replacement. I delayed the procedure far too long and the process could not have been carried out more professionally. The staff is so kind and thoughtful. I am looking forward to getting back on my boat, going golfing, and taking a walk up North this fall.

I have had phenomenal experiences with TCO, and my last surgery was no different. I had to go up to the Wyoming clinic last minute due to some pain. Dr. Karlstad’s PA, Cole Smith, called me personally and fit me in. The front desk receptionist even went above and beyond making me coffee the morning of my appointment. I wish I knew her name since she was amazing! Lisa and Rachel from Dr. Karlstad’s team were also phenomenal. Honestly, without them taking my calls, helping me handle paperwork for the surgery, and comforting my nerves, I would have been a total wreck! Dr. Karlstad has now done two hand surgeries for me and both were successful! I highly recommend Dr. Karlstad and his amazing team!