Patient Testimonials

I have had many surgeries in my 74 years and have never been treated so personally and kindly than with Sommer Vaughan. She was positive, helpful and went beyond. I am so grateful to her!

Dr. Ridley performed reconstructive surgery on my son’s shoulder, allowing him to return to football within months of the procedure. Pretty impressive and only possible because of the skill, expertise, and compassion that Dr. Ridley exudes in his practice. He brings to the table a personalized approach and experience as a collegiate athlete as well. We are incredibly thankful that my son has been able to continue to compete at a high level and remain free of any further injury to his shoulder. Thank you, Dr. Ridley!

I have been a patient of Dr. Owen O’Neill’s since October 18, 2013. As a patient, I was very bow legged as a result of family hereditary and genetics. Additionally, I incurred a meniscus injury from high school football and the entire interior cartilage of the right leg was removed in the about 1960. After playing highly competitive tournament tennis for sixty years as well as other sports, I developed a very serious displacement of the femur from the tibia.

In December 2013, Dr. O’Neill expertly and surgically replaced the damaged right knee with a lot of additional metal rods drilled into the femur and tibia during the total knee replacement. I am so thankful to Dr. O’Neill and TCO as I have had a perfectly functioning usable right leg for the past thirteen years.

Now my left knee had developed bone on bone along with arthritis and pain when walking, so of course I would choose no other surgeon than Dr. O’Neill. About two months ago Dr. O’Neill surgically repaired my painful left knee and with the help of the staff at TCO physical therapy I am recovering and pain free at this time. The follow up appointments with Dr. O’Neill and Isabelle have been very meaningful. As an engineer I was very inquisitive about the knee replacement procedure and they both took time to show me the procedure on plastic models. I have recommended Dr. O’Neill to many friends and relatives and every one of those friends have been very pleased with their results.

Dr. Norberg has performed both my shoulder replacement surgeries, and I would do it again in a heartbeat. My shoulders feel like they’re young again. I chose Dr. Norberg because he had performed several shoulder repair surgeries for family members as well. He is trusted and greatly appreciated by us. The entire process was professional and personal. Thank you, Dr Norberg!

Three years ago, I rolled my pickup truck on black ice and nearly severed my left hand at the wrist. We are so grateful that Dr. Mark Fischer was the hand specialist who accepted my case. He performed several of the surgeries I’ve had over the last three years, consulted closely with the plastic surgeon, and followed my therapy progress the entire time. Dr. Fischer took extra time going over the follow-up x-rays, explaining and discussing at length the options at every visit and truly cared for me. He updated my wife after each surgery, explaining in detail the procedures and expectations. Because of Dr. Fischer’s expertise and knowledge of the latest technology and therapies available, I can now use my left hand and a couple fingers to hold utensils. I appreciate Dr. Fischer listening to me, and his persistence in helping me achieve use of my left wrist, hand, and fingers. We are forever grateful and highly recommend Dr. Mark Fischer.

I was living with debilitating low back pain after an accident. I was referred to Dr. Brenner at TCO by my primary care physician after MRI imagining showed staggering herniation. I haven’t looked back since. At first, I was very hesitant due to my physically demanding job, but after a few appointments and a few non-invasive care options that didn’t quite do the trick, I ultimately decided to have Dr. Brenner do a minimally invasive spinal surgery. I have felt like a new person ever since. Dr. Brenner and his care team were outstanding, and the process couldn’t have been any smoother. Following the surgery, Dr. Brenner called me three different times to check in. I can confidently say I’ve only met a few other physicians as genuinely compassionate as him.

Dr. Hartigan did an outstanding job on my rotator cuff repair. He has a great bedside manner and sense of humor.

I am extremely pleased with the outcome of my hip replacement surgery. Dr O’Neill and his staff were exceptional. I am nine weeks post-operation and am able to walk 5-6 miles per day without pain. I would highly recommend Dr O’Neill for anyone needing a hip replacement.

I’m 44 years old and recently had my knee replaced. I’m 6 weeks post-operation and it hasn’t felt this good since my 20’s. I met my range of motion goals at 3 weeks and no longer required physical therapy after 4 weeks. I’m back to lifting weights and cardio exercise and it feels great! I’m looking forward to back country hiking again. My only regret is waiting to have it done. Thanks to Dr. Saterbak and her team I’m back to enjoying the outdoors and am pain free.

Dr. Mark Fischer is an amazing physician and I’m eternally grateful for his care. My left wrist was injured several decades ago while training in Coronado, California to become a U.S. Navy SEAL. When I reached my early 50’s my injury had caught up with me. At age 63 and after excellent treatment and care over the last decade, I’ve been able to avoid surgery and can use my hand properly which allows me to fully engage in my career with minimal problems. Dr. Fischer is amazing and is always so generous with his time and expertise. I’m extremely thankful for the care and compassion he provides me every time I see him. Thank you, Dr. Fischer for being the great person you are and for the care you provide your patients.