Patient Reviews
Thank you for choosing Professional Orthopaedic Associates for your care. We take pride in helping our patients overcome injuries, relieve pain, and return to active, healthy lifestyles.
In this section, you can read stories from patients we’ve treated about their experiences and recoveries under our care.
Read what our patients are saying about Professional Orthopaedic Associates.
“I broke my ankle and went the emergency room where another doctor examined me and told me I would need surgery but had to wait two weeks until the swelling went down. Luckily for me it gave me the time to look for another doctor and a friend recommended Dr. Gabison. I had him do my surgery two years ago and he is the best doctor I have ever used. He is patient, competent, soft spoken, compassionate and a down to earth doctor. I would highly recommend him.”
– Rhoda L.
Treating Doctor:“The entire visit was efficient without any real waiting. The Doctor knew his stuff and listened to what I had to say.”
– Matt H.
Treating Doctor:“My daughter Kate had to undergo surgery on her knee for a rare condition known as Osteochondritis Dissecans. Dr. Foos not only successfully diagnosed her condition but also performed surgery on her. While there are no guarantees for any surgical procedures, Dr. Foos has been extremely forthcoming with recovery and managing expectations of a very active 14 year old athlete. Dr. Foos is extremely thorough, easy to talk to and makes each patient feel important. I cannot say enough wonderful things about Dr. Foos as a surgeon and physician.”
– Kate G.
Treating Doctor:“Absolutely the highest level of expertise as well as the perfect bedside manner. The experience is always held at a high but personal level and generates the utmost confidence in your treatment, thank you.”
– Mark S.
Treating Doctor:“Dr. Foos did surgery on both of my knees, one in 1998 and the other in 1999. For the following 15 years, I have remained one of the top Masters 5k road racers in the state.”
– Mark M.
Treating Doctor:“Dr. Parker is the best. He is very professional in all aspects of his job. He listens to everything I say. His staff is also wonderful. Marilyn could not be more helpful to me. She takes care of all my insurance information and makes sure all my paperwork for work is taken care of, and I can't thank her enough for all she does for me. She's an angel to me. I have had many health issues in the last year, and not one other office, doctor, or staff compares to this one. Thank you to everyone in your office who made this possible.”
– Kevin B.
Treating Doctor:“Dr. Gabisan is everything you want in a doctor and surgeon. He treated me with dignity and respect. He took the time to listen to what I had to say and provide me with realistic expectations about my surgery and recovery. His surgical skills are top notch, and he ensured that I was provided with excellent pain management postoperatively. The office staff and billing department were also excellent.”
– Diane D.
Treating Doctor:“My entire experience with the office is excellent. The staff working the front desk is always welcoming and efficient. The nurses always have a smile on their face and you know they are there to assist you. Dr. Gabisan is a shining star. My surgery was excellent. Other treatments were always right on the mark and I recommend your office very highly.”
– Marilyn P.
Treating Doctor:“Comprehensive and very kind bedside manner. Took the time to go through all issues.”
– Heidi C.
Treating Doctor:“I had my right knee replaced by Dr. Mark Gesell two years ago this February. I was in complete agony prior to seeing Dr. Gesell. I had two prior meniscus surgeries in both the left and right knee. It really did very little to improve my ability to walk, stand, and deal with the constant pain. I was unable to work, and help out my family financially. I was grocery shopping in the riding cart that stores had available, being pushed in a wheel chair at the mall by my kids, and shopping for everything online. To make matters worse, my best friend was referring to me as "Grandma." Vanity can be a wonderful catalyst. My husband’s health insurance changed, so the orthopedic doctor I was seeing was no longer in my network. I needed to start looking for a new doctor. I had called Dr. Foo’s office, and only one doctor in the practice that took my insurance was Dr. Mark Gesell.Thank goodness for Dr. Gesell! He did a brilliant job replacing my knee! I have never been so happy that I trusted him to do this surgery. I loved that he had a medical military background, repairing lots of soldier’s knees. I recovered very quickly and have a scare that is so perfect; you really have to look for it when I'm in shorts. Dr. Gesell literally gave me my life back. I work full time now in customer service. I 'm on my feet all the time. I'm back to biking, and pursuing all the things that make me happy.I can recognize when I see someone walking like I used to walk. I will ask them "Knee?" Nine times out of ten I'm correct and I tell them about a great doctor who really doesn't know the impact he had on my life. Thank you, Dr. Gesell. You healed me. You also bought me 2 years and counting on my left knee. No other doctor will be doing the left knee replacement but you. God, I hope you will accept my insurance! P.S., Monmouth Medical was amazing!”
– Catherine H.
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