Patient Testimonials

Thank you, Dr. Lewis, for the exceptional care and overall oversight in fixing my Rotator Cuff tear. From scheduling surgery, office visits and physical therapy, they made it all so easy. Dr Lewis is a truly gifted professional. From my initial visit, leading up to surgery along with post-surgery, he provided me a very clear overview to the extent of my injury and a step-by-step road map to my recovery. Pre-Physical therapy with TCO’s Anthony and Post Surgery Physical therapy with Maggie, had me both ready for Rotator Cuff surgery and quickly on the way to full use of my shoulder with no signs of pain or limitations.

What a team, Thank you TCO, Dr Lewis, Anthony and Maggie for the exceptional service, communication, and experience.

Dr. Mittelsteadt listened to the issues and resolved them quickly. He cared about what I was saying, and I couldn’t be happier with my results.

I am just around 13 days post op from a cervical spine fusion done by Dr. Green, and I just wanted to take a few moments now that I am feeling better to share my experience. First, for a little background, I have PSA and have battled this condition for well over a decade now. My joints have been swiftly degenerating, and this has meant many specialists and procedures done that ultimately end up in major surgical intervention. I have had many unpleasant interactions with orthopedic doctors over the years, which oftentimes felt like dismissal of my symptoms, pain, general lack of empathy/sympathy while my life, career and ability to function was crumbling around me because of a medical condition I had no control over.

I was referred to Dr. green for surgery as there was nothing more that could be done by my regular Orthopedic doctor to alleviate the symptoms that were horribly diminishing my quality of life. I was unsure what to expect walking into a new orthopedic specialist, but I thought it would likely be pretty much the same as past experiences. Initially it was just a plain pleasant encounter, review of MRI, discussion of symptoms, checking some ROM, and what a surgery would look like. I was informed I needed to quit smoking before the surgery could be ordered, which I agreed to and managed to accomplish right away. Surgery was scheduled and prepared for. Here is what is relevant about my experience with Dr. Green. Around 6 pm the evening before my surgery my phone rings and it is Dr. Green checking in on me to see how I was feeling about the surgery the next day. I thought my goodness what a very thoughtful thing to do! That simple gesture really alleviated about 80% of the stress I was feeling going into my surgery. This man took time away from his evening, likely off duty to check in on a patient. I have never had a surgeon do that before. Once at the hospital Dr. Green spoke to me concisely and thoughtfully about the procedure, all the while reassuring me things were going to be ok. And they were ok. I woke up and once again he was checking in on me and asked if I would like him to call my mom and let her know how things went. My mom spoke very highly of that conversation after I was discharged the following day. I know he didn’t have to personally make that phone call, generally a nurse could have done that. It was above and beyond what I was expecting. Another thing I really want to highlight about Dr. Green is his return to the hospital Saturday to check on me again personally before determining if I could be discharged. Why I think this is important to note is that my nursing staff told me that Dr. Green has become very well respected by the hospital team as one of the few surgeons that does this. They see a lot of Orthopedic surgeons in that hospital wing and I could see that his personal investment into the care of his patients had seemed to have left a meaningful impression on the recovery team that was caring for me. He has chosen to set a good example of compassionate care in a way I had rarely seen through my journey through a chronic lifelong condition. I have nothing but good things to say about my care under Dr. Green who has through his personal actions earned my high regard, trust, and respect. Thank you, Dr. Green!

Just had my 6 week follow up with Dr. Mittelsteadt and he by far rates a 10 out of 10!! He is one of the most personable Dr.’s I have encountered in my 80 years. Above all that he did an outstanding job on my fractured knee. His bedside manner is impeccable. His rising star status should be shining bright. I recommend him 100%.

I can’t say enough great things about Dr. Moeller and her entire team. From the moment I scheduled my appointment to my final follow-up, the care I received was exceptional.

Dr. Moeller was incredibly thorough in explaining my procedure and ensuring I knew exactly what to expect, which helped me feel confident and prepared. The entire team—from Sarah, the scheduler, to the PA, nurse, and anesthesiologist—was fantastic. Their professionalism and kindness made the whole experience as smooth as possible.

Thanks to their expertise, my “skier’s thumb” surgery was a complete success, and I’m now fully back to normal. I highly recommend Dr. Moeller to anyone in need of hand surgery—she and her team provide top-notch care every step of the way!

I couldn’t be more satisfied with the care I received from Dr. Szalapski and his team. I had a total knee replacement (right knee) that went very smoothly. I was well informed about every aspect of the procedure and what to expect afterwards. I felt totally confident in Dr. Szalapski’s ability to perform this surgery. I appreciate his easy manner and sense of humor. He put me at ease which helped me get through the whole process. I am 2 months post-surgery and already taking daily walks. I have already scheduled my left knee replacement surgery with Dr. Szalapski in a couple of months. The care I received at the EXCEL recovery center was also exceptional. The attention and care I received was so comforting. Staff were more than just professional and competent. I truly felt like they cared about my comfort and well-being. I highly recommend Dr. Szalapski and the team at TCO and EXCEL.

I had shoulder replacement surgery in November and couldn’t be happier with the results. I’ve endured shoulder pain for decades and kept putting off the surgery with a myriad of excuses. Finally, I heard about Dr. Mair at a charity event and decided to see him. We met and talked about what shoulder replacement would look like, and we made an appointment for an MRI. We met after and decided what treatment needed to be done and an appointment for surgery 9 months later. I have been pain-free for the first time in 40 years and would choose to do it again. Dr. Mair was honest and forthright in what was going to happen after the surgery. I loved how he just told me exactly what the procedure would be without sugarcoating it. He did a great job and would highly recommend him. I gave him a nickname of “Michelangelo” because of the job he did on my shoulder!

Dr. Shashank Dwivedi deserves both my gratitude and admiration for not only his skills and knowledge but his exceptional interest in each patient.

I first met with Dr. Dwivedi following a serious fracture to my hand and wrist resulting from a slip/fall. Having been a very physically active person up to this accident, he wisely guided me through my options of treatment and helped me select the one that would best help me reach my end goal along with speed of recovery. When one is confronted with a major injury, it is not only a physical challenge but also an emotional one. His calm and assuring manner along with his skill and knowledge benefited me greatly. I now have complete bone healing and am continuing with my physical therapy to obtain full range of motion of my right hand and wrist. I am able to use my computer again and have been doing core strength training! He takes excellent care of patients. I consider myself blessed to have had him as my surgeon.

I’d like to give a huge shout out to Dr. Sam Carlson and the whole EXCEL team at Eagan Viking Lakes. The entire process was so well organized and as stress free as possible. From the surgeon and RN coordinator to the anesthesia team and post op, to physical therapy, all run like a well-oiled machine. Couldn’t have been a better experience, and my hip feels great! Thank you!

I have been seeing Dr. Mair for my knee pain and issues for several years. Meniscus repair surgery and cortisone treatment on both knees helped for a quite some time, but in early 2024 we decided it was time for me to proceed with total knee replacement surgery on both knees . . . the strain from my years of marathon running and skiing needed to be corrected. We scheduled my surgeries for early September and early December which gave me time to continue strength training right up until surgery. Along the way, I had great communication from Dr. Mair and his team to help me prepare for my upcoming procedures. I felt confident in their process, I understood the mechanics of the TKR implant and procedure, and all of my questions were heard and answered. My first surgery experience was amazing from intake, pre-op preparation, meeting with the care Team, and the post-op car in the Two-Twelve care suite. I was prepared for the recovery thanks to the care team and followed their pain control and exercise recommendations. To be honest, days three through five were the toughest for me but the pain medication and cold compress therapy really helped. After that, the recovery gets better each week and I felt quite normal and sleeping well by about 8 weeks. My second surgery was also a fantastic experience. I was told that every knee is different and not to expect the same result or pain level as my first procedure. The procedure experience was great, but I did have more pain in the first week than my first knee, but after that, my recovery really caught up to my first knee and I felt back to normal in the same timeframe. The Physical Therapy through TCO is top-notch and the guidance provided helped me regain my strength quickly. At this time, I am a little over 6 months out from my first surgery and 3 months out from my second surgery. I have resumed my strength training routing with lots of squats, lunges, and leg presses. I can walk many miles now and I am getting back into cycling this Spring. Also, my scars are minimal, and they are fading quickly due to the great surgical procedures and post-op care. I fully trust Dr. Mair, his support team, and most importantly the proven processes they have refined over many years. I would recommend Dr. Mair and Team to anyone who is at the point of needing TKR. I feel like I have a new lease on life.