Patient Testimonials

During my first meeting with Dr. O’Neill, he showed me the parts he would be using to perform my hip surgery and thoroughly explained the process. His team got in touch with me and discussed the EXCEL Program they use. They helped sign me up for a PT session with a therapist. After that session, I had a complete understanding of the whole process. Dr. O’Neill’s team also mailed me an EXCEL booklet that covered everything about my hip replacement so I could refer to it if I forgot anything.

The day of the surgery went exactly as it was described to me. The entire staff worked together well and the whole process was seamless. The first night I spent at the Omni Hotel for recovery was also a great experience. Way better and cleaner than a hospital! I would highly recommend Dr. O’Neill, TCO, and their EXCEL program to anyone. I am no longer in pain, and I can walk drastically better than I did before my surgery. Thank you to Dr. O’Neill and TCO staff!

The whole team at Twin Cities Orthopedics was exceptional. Lisa B. at the front desk worked extremely hard to help us with some unique scheduling issues. She is to be highly complimented!

I had both hips replaced by Dr. Samuel Carlson within a nine-month period. I waited longer before having the first side done in June 2025 because I had never had surgery before. I was hesitant so I tried an injection and physical therapy first until the pain became too debilitating. Once I had the surgery done, the recovery was so quick and easy that I didn’t wait as long to have the second side done in April 2026.

My recovery from the second surgery was even faster than the first. I am so happy with the results! I didn’t realize just how limiting it was to live with chronic pain and loss of mobility until it was lifted entirely. I can now do all the things you want to do again. I highly recommend Dr. Carlson and his team, including his PA-C, Jake Szalat, Care Coordinator, Melissa. Thank you to everyone who helped with my pre-op and post-op experience at TCO and the EXCEL Program at the Care Suites.

Dr. Bircher completed a robotic total knee replacement for me in March, and it went as smooth as possible. At three months post-surgery, I feel stronger and have more confidence in my joint than I have over the past five years. I’m so glad I got it done! I will return to Dr. Bircher when I need my second knee replaced.

I have some ongoing spine issues that I am still working on. However, when I saw Dr. Bisch, I was very impressed. He is extremely kind, professional, and explains things very well. Most importantly, he listened and was very respectful toward my situation. I appreciated that very much. I would highly recommend him to others.

I had been suffering with a severe outbreak of gout that encompassed my entire right hand and wrist for three months. A relative recommended that I try Twin Cities Orthopedics. I made an appointment at TCO Otsego clinic with Dr. Alexander Bisch. His team was able to see me the same week. The location was easy to find, right by Hwy 169. The reception staff was very friendly and quickly got me in to see Dr. Bisch. He did a thorough exam of my hand and agreed that I did have a severe flare up of gout. He prescribed several medications to help reduce the pain and swelling. Most of the pain was gone in a couple of days. I would highly recommend Dr. Bisch and the team at TCO Otsego to anyone needing quality orthopedic care.

After experiencing a repetitive work injury, I began seeking help at Twin Cities Orthopedics. Dr. Jason Barry and Rebecca Munson, PA-C were my care providers. They guided me through the whole process, which ultimately required a full rotator cuff surgical repair. I am very pleased with the care I have received and the outcome of my surgery. The communication with their team was second to none. I highly recommend this team! They are top notch providers in every way. Thank you to Dr. Barry, Rebecca Munson, PA-C, and care coordinator, Jeni Olson.

Always wonderful! I play volleyball with my son a lot and not being able to do that was going to be hard for me. Dr. Flikkema truly understood my physical pain but also an emotional pain. Thank you to Dr. Flikkema and his team!

This was the first time I ever broke a bone. I got referred to Dr. Nielsen and he told me I had to have surgery. I cried because who wants to be cut open. However, he did a wonderful job making sure I was comfortable throughout the process. Dr. Nielsen and his team are amazing! I don’t ever want to break a bone again, but they made my recovery experience better. Thank you to the whole team!

Grant Blasczyk was very thorough and took all the time necessary to assess the source of my problems during our first appointment. He explored several different physical therapy exercises before recommending the most beneficials ones for me to continue. He also took the time to confirm that I was doing them appropriately before I left. He offered some simple corrections to make sure I am getting the most out of each exercise. I am excited to continue my sessions and exercises with him.