"I met Doctor Austin T. Fragomen and he literally spent the time needed to change my mind set about the operation. I know I was difficult but he hung in there with me."
Ankle Fusion
"I could say - "professional, sanitary, careful, responsive, graceful, esprit de corp, smiling""
Hip Replacement
"I am 2 weeks post and am already walking without a cane. I know that the post op rehab therapy is key to my continued recovery. "
Knee Replacement
"I could not remember ever feeling this way. What a difference! Superwoman. "
Spine Injury/Condition
Knee Replacement
"Everything about the HSS experience was perfect, from the quality of the care, to the professionalism and kindness of the entire staff, to the precise and accurate description of the process from every standpoint (pre-op, surgery, recovery, etc.). Dr. Allen is simply the best, and the entire team was no less than superb. I felt calm and confident as I walked into HSS on the day of my surgery and stress-free as I was wheeled out afterwards."
Knee Injury/Condition
"My experience was great starting with Dr. Boachie and his wonderful office staff (Lindy, Tom, Theresa and Cynthia). They were always helpful with any of my questions or concerns and would always calm my fears. The wonderful care continued at HSS. The day of surgery - that care continued - I was treated so well I couldn't believe how calm I was. My anesthesiologist Dr. Michael Urban was wonderful and checked on me days after to monitor my pain."
Spine Fusion
"My shoulder really bothered me. I was referred to to Dr. Answorth Allen. From my very first visit I was impressed. The staff was very helpful and professional."
Shoulder Injury/Condition
Foot Injury/Condition
"By the way, my hip is 100% pain free and I feel like a new man. "
Hip Injury/Condition
"I am now almost five months post surgery and have been pain free ever since. While I am not quite "bionic", I was able to return to all impact activities. "
Hip Resurfacing
"Everyone was more than comforting, and they all took the time to explain the entire process to me. Dr. Helfet was able to promise me that I would be able to walk normally again, and even dance at my daughter's wedding in the months to come. "
Kneecap/Patella Injury/Condition