4,134 Stories From the Community

Libbey Archbold, OH

"I would not be standing straight and free from my back brace if it wasn't for Dr. Boachie and all the caring personnel I came in contact with at the Hospital for Special Surgery."

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Lisa Rego Park, NY

"The first doctor I saw was Dr. Kennedy. He was understanding of my situation and immediately put me at ease. I knew I had made the right choice. "

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Ilene Congers, NY hip Image Hip Replacement
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Donna Brooklyn, NY spine Image Degenerative Disc Disease
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Mark Bordentown, NJ spine Image Spine Injury/Condition
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Richard Dix Hills, NY spine Image Spine Laminectomy
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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)
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Bob Saratoga Springs, NY hand Image Broken Wrist
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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Frederick Len Babylon, NY

"Because of Dr. O'Brien's skill and technique I was able to get back to normal activities in weeks as opposed to months. "

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shoulder Image Shoulder Arthroscopy