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Mark Bordentown, NJ spine Image Spine Injury/Condition
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Donna Brooklyn, NY spine Image Degenerative Disc Disease
Marina Brooklyn, NY

"I had microdiscectomy performed by HSS. I was impressed by how professional and personable the surgical team was before and after the surgery."

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Vikki Flushing, NY body Image Rheumatoid Arthritis
Ann L. New York, NY

"I recovered from the operation quickly and easily. I am now free of back pain, able to walk without inhibition and looking forward to the moment at the end of the month when I can once again bend over and touch my toes – or, more usefully, tie my shoelaces."

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Christine New York, NY body Image Cerebral Palsy (CP)
Martin Hicksville, NY

"After having one of the best rated surgeons on Long Island perform my knee surgery, I went two years with further pain, especially on walking up & downstairs. Dr. Geoffrey Westrich immediately diagnosed my problem and set me up to do a revision of my knee due to the fact that the original surgery omitted the resurfacing of the patella. "

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Miguel New York, NY spine Image Spine Fusion
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Lynn Ridgefield Park, NJ spine Image Spine Revision Surgery
Claire Freehold, NJ

"I was treated with respect, knowledge and caring through the many health professionals I encountered. I felt safe and secure while there. "

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William J. Elmhurst, NY

"I had spine surgery on Feb. 3, of this year. My doctor was Patrick O'Leary. I had a very positive experience at HSS. I would highly recommend this hospital to anyone interested. My care was totally professional . Many thanks to all."

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spine Image Spine Injury/Condition
Victor Orlando, FL

"My revision surgery was performed May 9, 2013. I was the first patient to undergo this procedure utilizing Mako robotics. Every aspect of my experience was outstanding: Staff, facilities, surgery, and recovery (orthopaedic surgery, anesthesiology, radiology, phlebotomy, medicine, physical therapy, nursing, laboratory, admitting, administrative support, kitchen, services, and more). "

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