Patient Testimonials

I am extremely pleased with the outcome of my hip replacement surgery. Dr. Owen O’Neill and his staff were exceptional. I had some pain the first couple of days, but within a week, could walk without the assistance of a cane. Eight weeks post-operation and I am back playing Pickleball two hours per day without pain. I also do an hour of low-impact aerobics, weights, and cycling. I would highly recommend Dr. O’Neill to anyone needing a hip replacement.

Dr. Owen O’Neill replaced my right hip four months ago with excellent results. I highly recommend him to anyone considering this procedure because of his exceptional level of experience, surgical skill, and caring demeanor. Now I’m ready for the upcoming wedding of my son and a trip to Morocco!

For most of my life, I’ve been physically active participating in wrestling (high school and college), tennis, racquetball, and most recently, pickleball. Unfortunately, by 2023 my lift hip had become very painful. It prevented me from completing daily activities as well as playing pickleball. A friend referred me to Dr. Scott Anseth at TCO. A visit to his clinic confirmed my left hip needed to be replaced.

The thought of major surgery was very daunting and frightening. Fortunately, Dr. Anseth and his medical team helped allay my fears by clearly explaining the pre and post operative process.  In August of 2023, Dr. Anseth replaced my left hip. The next day at 7:30 AM Dr. Anseth was at my bedside explaining the success of the procedure and what to expect in recovery. The nurses during my overnight stay were very professional and encouraging.

My recovery has allowed me to continue my intense participation in pickleball. This past August, I won gold medals in doubles and singles at the Minnesota Senior Games in Saint Cloud. I love winning! My motto is “fun/won.”

Thank you, Dr. Anseth and everyone at TCO, for restoring my active lifestyle.

I chose Dr. O’Neil because a friend who had him for a hip replacement said it was a “piece-of-cake”. My surgery was early in the morning. I slept most of the day and the next morning I was awake and feeling good. They gave me breakfast and a lunch to take along I was discharged to go home to northern Minnesota. The next day I started walking our driveway, which is quite long, with a walker. The next week I switched to a cane more for security than needed. My recovery was faster and pain was less with the anterior hip surgery. This was so much easier than my previous surgery with a different orthopedic physician, and the scar is fading fast.

Ten weeks ago I had hip replacement surgery with Dr. Owen O’Neill. I highly recommend him and his talented team.

Dr. O’Neill listened and answered all my questions before and after surgery. The EXCEL Surgery and Recovery program makes the entire process (scheduling, insurance, check-in, overnight stay, prescription meds, follow-up appointments, etc.) seamless. Every person I encountered was friendly, reassuring, and competent. The recommendations for at-home recovery were easy to follow. I found the post-surgery walking program motivating and helpful.

I now walk faster and without a limp. I am more flexible and move without stiffness and pain. I am getting much more out of my workout classes with my new hip! I am grateful for Dr. O’Neill and his entire team.

Dr. O’Neill replaced my hip in April. Within a few weeks, I was pretty much pain-free and able to walk 4-5 miles every day. I would highly recommend Dr. O’Neill if you’re considering hip replacement surgery.

I’m an 83-year-old who recently had a total knee replacement performed by Dr. Owen O’Neill. He has provided orthopedic care for me during the past 20 years (he also performed my hip replacement in 2019). I had known that both of my knees were ‘bone-on-bone’ for many years but always hoped I could avoid more surgery and had numerous cortisone injections and physical therapy over the years. Last year, I took a nasty fall which finally pushed me to consider knee replacement, something I concluded was a ‘quality of life’ decision. Knee pain was preventing me from climbing stairs, walking any distance, etc. The final straw came last spring while on vacation in San Diego. I was miserable! I couldn’t walk more than a few feet without significant pain and was inconveniencing others.

TCO from our hotel room in San Diego and set a date for the total knee replacement at the end of May. It was the best decision for me. At 10 weeks with my new knee, I can walk and climb stairs without pain. I believe my decision to finally have this surgery, even at an advanced age, was definitely facilitated by the long history of excellent orthopedic care I have experienced with Dr O’Neill.

I just wanted to thank Dr. Scott Anseth for a seamless surgery and recovery. I was very nervous for this surgery as I had an intra-op femur fracture with my other hip replacement surgery, which was performed by another surgeon.  Dr Anseth, I appreciate your expert surgical skills and bedside manner. I hope I don’t have to see you for more joint surgery, but I have peace knowing I’d be in great hands!  Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Dr. O’Neill came highly recommended to me by my Primary Care Physician once I could no longer maintain my active lifestyle due to pain in my right hip.

After my first appointment with him, I knew I did not need to look any further. I felt comfortable and confident in his skills. He was attentive, professional, and explained everything thoroughly. My minimally invasive anterior hip replacement surgery took place at the Eagan Orthopedic Surgery Center, and it all went perfectly. The next day I was home using a walker for only 3 days. I followed all the instructions and dutifully did my daily exercises. I am now 10 weeks post-operation, and I am back to participating in all of my activities pain free! I feel wonderful and am so grateful to Dr. O’Neill and his amazing staff. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for a top-notch orthopedic surgeon.

Dr. Samuel Carlson recently performed my right hip replacement, and I am so thankful for his expert knowledge and surgical skill as I was up and about walking with ease and comfort soon after. It amazes me. Dr. Carlson took the time to carefully listen to me, explain my treatment options, and answer all my questions and concerns. I cannot convey enough thanks or positivity about Dr. Carlson’s outstanding care before, during, and after the hip replacement. It is great to walk about without struggling during each step. Thank you again, Dr. Samuel Carlson and staff!