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Joseph St. James, NY knee Image Knee Injury/Condition
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Donald T. Newton, NJ spine Image Herniated Disc
Lora New York, NY

"My game is not a sport. It's the game of life. I have an autoimmune disease called myositis. My treatment includes oral prednisone and monthly infusions of IVIG. When I first got sick almost 20 years ago I was 44. I was an elementary school teacher but had to leave due to extreme weakness in my arms and legs. I could barely walk or bathe myself. I refused to just give in to the disease and view my life as over. "

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Meaghan West Chester, PA spine Image Scoliosis
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Carolyn New York, NY hand Image Broken Wrist
Robert N Manhasset, NY

"I have been a patient at HSS since 1977. HSS is the only hospital I would ever consider for orthopedic care or surgery for myself, family and those I do refer. I have always been extremely satisfied with every doctor I have visited and in my case they have been numerous over the years."

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James Englewood, NJ knee Image ACL Injury
Jerry West Hempstead, NY

"My right hip was replaced by Dr. Sculco, MD in June of 2003, at HSS. Prior to my hip replacement, I had difficulty walking. I walked with a limp. After the surgery, I went straight home. I never went to a rehab. I did rehab. at home. Now I walk without a limp, and have no pain. My right leg was 11/2 inch shorter than the left leg. Dr. Sculco, MD has lengthened my right leg by 11/2 inch. Now I walk without a limp, and have no pain whatsoever."

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Amanda East Hampton, NY spine Image Herniated Disc
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Nicholas Succasunna, NJ knee Image Kneecap/Patella Injury/Condition
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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Bobbi Brooklyn, NY spine Image Herniated Disc