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Ilene Congers, NY hip Image Hip Replacement
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Elizabeth Bridgeport, CT spine Image Spine Fusion
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Anthony Malverne, NY hand Image Finger Injury/Condition
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Joanne Northport, NY knee Image Torn Meniscus
Layla New York, NY

"If only more doctors could combine Dr. Cunningham's top of the profession skill in the operating room with his genuine concern and interest in every patient's progress!"

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spine Image Scoliosis
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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spine Image Spine Laminectomy
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Mim Stony Brook, NY leg Image Bow Legs
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Sarah Staten Island, NY knee Image Knee Injury/Condition
George Great Falls, VA

"It was when I realized that soon I would not be able to tie my shoes that I decided it was time to act. The operation and physical therapy could not have gone better. I did suffer from what i believe were very tight "hip flexors" and hot yoga helped resolve that problem. A year later, I ran a 5 mile Turkey Trot. I bought a new bicycle and have resumed "cautious" skiing. "

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hip Image Hip Resurfacing
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Steven Demarest, NJ hip Image Hip Impingement
Alice New York, NY

"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."

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knee Image Knee Injury/Condition
JoAnne Medford, NY

"I am now climbing stairs "like a normal person" I am back to walking three to four miles a day. Before my knee became too bad, my routine was to walk five miles a day. This is what I missed the most..I am happy beyond expectations with the results of my surgery."

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knee Image Knee Replacement