Patient Testimonials

If you’re seeking a consultation for a shoulder concern, you must schedule an appointment with Dr. Hess! He took the time to listen to my concerns and asked several follow-up questions to ensure he fully understood my issues. I was suffering from calcific tendonitis, and we initially decided to try cortisone injections. Unfortunately, my condition was too advanced, so Dr. Hess recommended surgery as the best course of action. He thoroughly explained all possibilities and set clear expectations, making me feel completely comfortable with the decision. Despite my apprehension about undergoing surgery for the first time, Dr. Hess and his team treated me with the utmost respect and professionalism.

Dr. Leafblad was amazing from start to finish. He was very professional and clear with what the problem was and how he was going to fix it. I was very happy with the process, and my shoulder has improved a lot since the surgery. I would recommend Dr. Leafblad for any treatment.

Very quick surgery, recovery time was minimal. After 6 weeks I feel just about back to normal.

I had my total hip replacement surgery performed by Dr. Ridley. Through the entire process, he explained the procedure step-by-step and what I should expect. He was there to talk with me before the surgery and right afterwards to see how I was feeling. I couldn’t have asked for a better outcome. I had no pain afterwards and my physical activities are nearly back to normal 60 days post-surgery.

Karen is a wonderful physical therapist. After having three knee replacements I have had the opportunity to work with several professionals in her field, and she is one of the best! Thank you, Karen for all your help.

I am so pleased with the outcome of both of my total knee replacement surgeries (December of 2023, and February of 2024). Dr. O’Neill is a knee replacement genius. My first knee was in his top 10 worst of his career (I blew it out skiing in 1988 so I had LOTS of long arthritic bone spurs). My other knee just wore out (probably from carrying most of the load for 35 years!). It is so nice not to have pain and aches deep inside my knees anymore, and my scars are hardly noticeable. His team is fabulous! They took very good care of me during the entire process. I am getting lots of compliments on how well I am walking now from friends and family. This surgery and the healing process is not easy, but it is well worth it. I am really feeling that now that I walk with ease and no pain. Dr. O’Neill is very caring, and his confidence was very reassuring. You could not pick a better surgeon than Dr. O’Neill!

In February I finally scheduled my hip replacement surgery. I was in so much discomfort and pain. This was my first time at TCO, and I was assigned to Dr. Bircher. After my first exam with him I knew I was in good hands. I had my surgery, and it was the best thing I could’ve done for myself. Dr. Bircher was phenomenal, he did a great job and I have no complaints. I’d also like to compliment his assistant, Kari Gabrielse, on her professionalism and her care. They are a dynamic duo and if by chance I would need the other hip replaced, I will be asking for this duo to do the job. In addition, the whole clinic atmosphere is great, everyone is so helpful and pleasant. Thank you!

I walked away thinking it is rare to get this level of care. Dr. Miller was attentive and answered all my questions with patience and care. I highly recommend him. I never submit reviews but because I had such a good experience, I wanted others to know. Thank you, Dr. Miller.

Dr. Shammash kindly and carefully helped me get back on track with proper and consistent care of advancing knee osteoarthritis. She is friendly, precise, and clear in her suggestions and directions. I have 100% trust in TCO and with each care provider assigned to me as these aging issues occur.

I was recommended to Dr. Banks years ago for back pain. I was very blessed with a very good surgeon. Dr. Banks has performed four back surgeries on me over the years and I was pain-free after each one!