Patient Testimonials

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!

My first appointment with Dr. Bircher was on April 11, 2024, and it took all of a few seconds for him to realize that I needed surgery. I had left hip replacement surgery on April 25, 2024. WOW, what a quick turnaround. I went from hardly being able to walk to getting up and walking without pain just a few hours after surgery. The total care team were so professional and caring. They answered all my questions and helped me in every way I needed.

Within 24 hours after checking into the hospital, I was on my way home to start my recovery. The care team said the best medicine for me was to walk, walk, walk, so that’s what I did. Now just over 2 months after surgery, I bought a new pair of roller blades so I could skate around the lake to get ready for the ice hockey season in the fall. Haven’t been able to play in many years. I am so impressed with Twin Cities Orthopedics and would recommend them to anyone in need of their services. Thank you so much Dr. James Bircher and the care team for giving me back my life!

Four years ago, I broke my femur in a winter accident. The bone snapped, and Dr. Jason Holm surgically repaired it. I was terrified that I wouldn’t run again. As a 56-year-old woman, I’d been jogging for 40 years. The surgery was a huge success, and Dr. Hold assured me I could run a marathon again in the future. He was right. I was back to running within a few months, ran a half marathon five months later, and just completed a second post-injury marathon (with a great time). My leg is stronger than ever, and I am eternally thankful for Dr. Holm.

I was referred to Dr. O’Neill by another orthopedic doctor who felt the best way to fix all that was wrong with my hip was to replace it. At 56 years old, a hip replacement certainly was not on my radar. Dr. O’Neill and his team were incredibly kind and took the time to answer all my questions and encouraged me to take all the time I needed to make a decision.

I am so grateful to have my life back and be able to do all the things I enjoy!! The surgery and the EXCEL program were amazing! I was walking without the assistive device on day 3. I also rented the NICE machine, and it was a game changer for icing after surgery. I drove 2.5 hours one way to see Dr O’Neill and would do it again, if needed. Thank you so very much for getting me back to an active life!

Recovery from a hip labrum tear is no joke!
After surgery in January, I was able to start physical therapy with Brett Petersen a month later. Not only did I appreciate his honesty in my recovery, but his personalized treatment plan for me was motivating and thorough. Each week he listened and provided me with new exercises to aid in my recovery so I could return to normal activities. I’m grateful for all Brett did for me.