Patient Testimonials

If you need a knee replacement, Dr. Bircher is the doctor for you! I wish I knew about him earlier otherwise I would have gotten my procedure done a lot sooner. I am five months into my recovery and better than ever. I don’t know how he did it, but my pain was minimal, my scar is small, and I only had a bit of bruising. His care, along with his team, is very personal. I knew just what to expect. The physical therapy team at TCO was phenomenal too! I know who to call with any future knee issues. Thank you to Dr. Bircher and his team!

I couldn’t be happier with the results of my two knee replacements. I would highly recommend Dr. Nessler and has team. They did a fantastic job!

Dr. Bircher was highly recommended to me from a coworker. The care I received was exceptional from all aspects of my care, from check-in to check out!

The service at the Orthopedic Institute starts at the front door. The entrance staff were ready to answer questions and provide directions. When we arrived on our designated floor, the greeting was warm and welcoming. No waiting, just ‘How are you?’ and ‘How can we help?’

The nursing team quickly brought us back to begin the process, offering a wheelchair to make it easier to reach the pre-surgery room. Once inside, the nurses immediately started pre-op preparations. Their expertise put us at ease. This staff is different from a general hospital. They are highly trained in orthopedic care. They knew how to provide the support and care that gave me confidence in a successful surgery and the chance to return to what I love, hiking in the mountains.

I have had two knee replacements, and based on my experience, I will always choose the Orthopedic Institute first.

Adam was awesome. He was thorough, and explained the physical therapy at every step. He was personable and positive. He helped me to heal quickly. Thanks Adam!

I was terrified before my surgery and got to the point that I thought about cancelling it. Thankfully, I did not. The EXCEL program was awesome! From the very start, I felt well cared for. I loved the overnight suite! It felt more like a hotel. Everyone was very nice and accommodating. The entire process went smoother than I expected, especially from hearing and reading amazing stories prior. My scar is also super narrow and incredibly straight. Overall, I am extremely happy with the work of Dr. Barry, Becca Munson, and my physical therapist Amy Holst. Thank you to them all including everyone at the Blaine Orthopedic Surgery Center.

It is not an easy decision to choose a surgeon. I read up on Dr. Bircher and decided to set up an appointment with him. He was very patient with all my questions, and he started me on physical therapy, cortisone, and finally a gel shot. He did not rush you into getting a replacement but we both came to that conclusion after some time. The surgery went well as did my recovery. I am so happy that I chose Dr. Bircher. He even prayed with my husband and I. How lucky I was to find him!

I had my one-year follow-up visit after total knee replacement surgeries on both knees. My knees are great with no more stiffness, pain, or arthritis. I can enjoy a normal quality of life again. If you are experiencing knee pain and considering surgery, I highly recommend Dr. Jason Barry and Rebecca Munson, PA-C. They are great!

Dr. Barry and Rebecca did a great job on my knee replacement. The recovery time at Twin Cities Orthopedics was fantastic.

My left shoulder was a mess from a car accident, arthritis, a fall from a ladder, and life in general. I had almost no strength in my arm and I couldn’t lift it above shoulder height. It really hurt! I had gotten a couple of cortisone shots to help with the pain, and it did work for a while.

After speaking with Dr. Pressman, he suggested shoulder replacement surgery. My rotator cuff was also torn, and the replacement would not only fix my shoulder ailments, but it would keep me in a sling for only two weeks. From my understanding, a rotator cuff surgery puts you in a sling for about six weeks, so a shorter timeline was great. I signed up for the procedure right then and there.

The entire process at the TCO Surgery Center went amazingly well. I spent the night in Edina and was out the next morning. I had physical therapy appointments scheduled and a fresh set of Under Armor “duds” they dressed me in. The care was phenomenal! I breezed through my two weeks, got rid of the sling, and started my final stretch of the recovery. Everyday got better as time went on. After about a month, I would go days where I didn’t even think about my shoulder. That was a sure sign that things were headed in the right direction.

I have a few weeks of scheduled recovery left but I am functioning well and back to doing some things that I have avoided for the past year. Best of all, I am pain free. Dr. Pressman and Raquel at TCO Eden Prairie made a great team and it was a pleasure to do business with them. On a 1 to 10 scale; they are a 12!