Patient Testimonials

Dr. Coetzee is an extraordinary surgeon. I live in an area where there are many orthopedic surgeons but it was the consensus of my physicians that only Dr. Coetzee had the experience and skills to repair the complexity of my several injured ankle ligaments. He did a wonderful job. He and all of his staff are caring, knowledgeable and efficient. He also is very modest and personable. I highly recommend him and greatly appreciate that he was willing to help me.

Wow, Twin Cities Orthopedics Forest Lake is incredible! I brought my husband there the day after Thanksgiving due to severe hip/leg pain. The gal at the front desk brought a wheelchair to get him into the office and get us checked in. The staff were knowledgeable, caring, and professional! They took X-rays, found the issue and we gave us clear instructions on how to deal with his situation. The gal at the front desk got us quickly set up with physical therapy appointments and an appointment with the Orthopedic surgeon if needed. We were in and out in an hour! I would highly recommend Twin Cities Orthopedics Urgent Care Forest Lake. We were really amazed and so appreciative of the great care we received!

Thank you Dr. Arthur and Sarah for squeezing my 85 year old mother in for femur surgery at 5pm on Sunday of Labor Day Weekend 2023! You had a full roster that day, so I am so grateful that you were able to relieve her of terrible pain. The follow up X-ray in October could have been a nightmare, as my mother was rolled out of bed that morning at assisted living. She was very scared and in some pain from that fall. We worked together to ensure her comfort to and get her on the X-ray table successfully. I truly appreciate you both. Caregiving is a very difficult journey, so the support you both provided is absolutely a silver lining.

I am so appreciative of Dr. Harris, his time, his talented surgical hands (among other staff), and how he went above and beyond by meeting with me and performing surgery on my back. His dedication to helping me so promptly means more than words can express. I thank you immensely.

Dr. Seybold was awesome, he was very confident and had a well thought out plan to fix my fractured heel. This was just short of a miracle as I was referred to him after my home town surgeon left me without much of a solution. After my accident, they were contemplating the amputation of my foot. Dr. Seybold thought he could help me and get me back to walking. He instilled a high level of confidence in me and he was very successful. I am now walking, biking and golfing which is something I couldn’t do for two years. I can’t say enough positive statements about the level of care he provided me. Thank you, Dr. Seybold, for your skill and for giving me my life back. I highly recommend him and TCO to any and all patients.

I’m very grateful for the surgical skill of Dr. Randall Lewis. Last May (2023). I experienced a sudden severe pain in my left hip and thigh. My walking was affected and couldn’t put pressure on my left leg. Life activities came to a sudden stop and I made an appointment to see Dr. Lewis. Within a few hours after an MRI, he called and gave me the diagnosis. A total hip arthroplasty surgery could be a choice for improvement, and that was my decision. In September 2023, Dr. Lewis skillfully performed my procedure and I am happy to report it was the correct choice. I requested physical therapy for 6 weeks post-op, and it was very helpful. As of November 2023 I am feeling very well. I am walking well and I am so grateful. Dr. Lewis, I appreciate your surgical work. Thank you!

It is obvious to me why I have seen so many amazing and positive reviews of Dr. Meyer on numerous sites throughout Minnesota. Nearly two years since my knee replacement, I feel 20 years younger. I cannot say enough about the entire experience with Dr. Meyer, his team, and the Ridgeview staff. I highly recommend Dr. Meyer.

Dr. Leafblad recently did surgery on my knee for a meniscus repair. But he didn’t do that surgery without first thoroughly helping me research and understand all that was happening in my knee joint. Then we could make the best decision for my hoped for outcome. It was very reassuring to find someone that truly listened to me and my concerns. Dr. Leafblad was someone that partnered with me to find the best path for me, which has not been my experience at other medical organizations. I would HIGHLY recommend him!

I kicked the can down the road until encountering Dr. Michalik. No one knew what to do about the excruciating knee/leg pain following a knee replacement, and likely a compressed nerve that orthopedic surgeons didn’t care to deal with. As a retired registered nurse with 50 years of experience, I am acutely aware of physicians having confidence and competence in their learned and acquired skills, especially neurological distribution and functions. Dr. Michalik checked all of my boxes and adapted all available technology to work his magic for near instantaneous cessation of my life. He stopped my pain through the rare combination of knowledge, creativity, and human compassion that carries through to his wonderful staff who share the same qualities. Give them your complete confidence for resolution of your back and limb pain.

After two years of chronic nerve pain in my lower back, Dr. Deal performed a F5-S1 TLIF surgery. I am one year post-surgery and it has been life changing for me. I went home from the hospital with zero nerve pain. The first two weeks were the hardest part of my recovery, but after three months I was able to get back to more normal activity. I am so thankful that I went to Dr. Deal. From the beginning to my last appointment, I felt listened to and Dr. Deal was so patient with all of questions. The follow up care was amazing and I felt that Dr. Deal and his team truly cared about my recovery. I can now walk four miles a day and stand up all day with no pain.