Patient Testimonials

It was supposed to be nothing more than a quick ride to the store, but a small crack in the sidewalk changed everything. I went down, and just like that, plans for basketball, boating and endless outdoor fun were put on hold.

I broke my radius and dislocated my ulna, which led to a long night in the emergency room. They coordinated with Twin Cities Orthopedics and shared my case with Dr. Amy Moeller, who had treated me earlier that spring for a basketball-related thumb injury. By the next morning, Dr. Moeller’s team had reached out, and surgery was scheduled for the following day.

What followed was not just recovery. It was a mental and physical grind.

1,630 hours watching practices from the sidelines. 5,000 right-hand-only shots. 540 minutes of one-on-one, controlled basketball training. 350 minutes of right-hand-only ball handling. 12 physical therapy appointments.

After 97 mentally and physically exhausting days, I was finally given the green light to play basketball again, fully, freely and without restrictions. There were days I asked, ‘Why me? Will I ever get back?’ With the incredible support of the staff at TCO and everyone around me, I kept pushing.

All of that work paid off. In my first game back, I scored 14 points. That moment did not happen alone. It was made possible by the incredible care from Dr. Moeller and her team, the TCO hand therapy staff, and an unwavering network of family, trainers, coaches, teammates and friends.

What started as a simple summer outing became a powerful reminder of resilience, faith, and just how much heart it takes to fight your way back to the court.

Dr. Dwivedi is a great guy, and he did an excellent job explaining things to me. The recovery from my endoscopic carpal tunnel release is going great. I have no pain at all. I highly recommend Dr. Dwivedi!

I wanted to take a moment to share the exceptional care and professionalism I have received under the attentive care of Dan Silverberg. The United States Department of Veterans Affairs referred me to orthopedic care through the Office of Community Care because of my combat injuries that include my back, neck, stomach, shoulders, wrist, ankles, etc. My primary care doctor at the VA told me that I needed to try different modalities of care including orthopedics. Within ten visits at TCO, the severe pain I would normally experience has subsided. The large diastasis and associated bulge I would normally see has significantly reduced, and the pain I normally experience has lessened. While my disabilities are lifelong and I will never be completely healed, Dan has significantly helped me and I am very grateful.

I also work at the United States Department of Veterans Affairs where I was appointed by the president to lead finance and support to all of our clinics, hospitals, and veteran benefit programs. I have come across many skilled and committed professionals who dedicate their lives to helping people. I would put Dan Silverberg at the top of this list. If there are opportunities to train other physical therapists, I think he would be a fantastic choice to help Twin Cities Orthopedics lead from a place of excellence, experience, knowledge, and the art involved in this practice. Thank you for positively changing my life and allowing me to live a more full, enjoyable, and pain-free existence.

I have had to call Heather and Dr. Frattalone several times recently because of some hand problems. They are always very prompt in responding to my calls and helping me solve the situation. I was especially grateful last week when we had an ice storm, and I couldn’t go see her. Dr. Frattalone used her lunch hour for a telecall with me. She was very patient and understanding. She answered all my questions and even took care of providing me with a pharmacy solution.

Dr. Dwivedi is such a blessing, and I couldn’t be more pleased and grateful for his care. His demeanor and compassion are genuine, and he made me feel comfortable. I was really worried about my thumb, and he went above and beyond to make sure I received the care I needed. He reassured me and broke down explanations in a way that made me feel confident with my treatment. Thank you so much to Dr. Dwivedi!

Everything went very well with my trigger finger surgery from Dr. Dwivedi. Things were explained very well in pre-op clinic appointments and during the day of the surgery. Overall, I am feeling better and I am very happy with my experience and results. I would definitely recommend Dr. Dwivedi!

I am beyond thrilled with the experience and results of my carpal tunnel release surgeries with Dr. Dwivedi. For years I had dealt with numbness and burning in my hands any time I gripped anything. That meant I stopped participating in most activities I loved like canoeing, cycling, and playing video games. Now I have no issues with any of those activities! My surgeries were done approximately six months apart, first on my right hand then my left. Both times I was treated with professionalism, respect, and patience. I opted to be sedated both times, and it seemed like the surgery itself was just a quick nap! The pain was minimal – I feel like I’ve suffered worse from falls off my bike.

I was able to type for work within a couple days. While aesthetics wasn’t a key concern of mine, I can say that both incisions healed with minimal scarring. I honestly don’t know how this could have gone any better. If you’re experiencing carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms, it’s well worth your time to give TCO a call.

I am so grateful for being referred to Dr. Dwivedi for my hand surgery. I was delighted that he gave me another option for surgery that I felt better aligned with my health concerns. I would highly recommend Dr. Dwivedi because of his demeanor and skill as a surgeon. He is patient, relaxed, and truly listens to his patients. He took his time, and I never felt rushed during my appointments. I was pleased with the timeframe of the process and the accuracy with his explanation of post-op recovery time. I am very pleased with my results. Dr. Dwivedi’s team provided excellent service as well, making me feel comfortable, encouraged, and well taken care of. Thank you!

After 40 years of martial arts and hitting things that don’t always break, my knuckles were destroyed. I was in a massive amount of pain for years. Dr. Shashank Dwivedi replaced two of my knuckles. I was completely pain free not long into my recovery. I type all day and have no issues with my hands, especially when riding motocross and mountain bikes. If you have arthritis, it is definitely worth seeing Dr. Dwivedi!

I had a very positive experience with Dr. Dwivedi and my hand surgeries. He was great to work with, very responsive, and everything went smoothly. I am very happy with my results!