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.
“Dr. Johnson was extremely professional and kind. I was in pain from arthritis and the tingling and numbness in my right arm and hand was particularly disturbing. He had sent me for a nerve test which established problems of carpal tunnel in both hands, but more of a problem in my right. Dr. Johnson operated on my right hand and I was given an injection in my left hand. My recovery is excellent and I am now able to do tasks which I had previously been unable to perform. Karen, my physical therapist is outstanding, caring, and very professional. I sincerely appreciate all the professionals who addressed my pain and arthritis. I was becoming depressed with the pain and inability to do the simplest tasks, but now the opposite is true. Thank you.”
– Sharon F.
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“Total Knee Replacement...Great doctor. After 7 months, my new knee is awesome. I have recommended Dr. Gesell to several of my friends.”
– Donald E.
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“Staff delightful! Not always the case! Doctor was extremely thorough... Have sung his pauses... Saw another doctor day of injury who bordered on incompetence. Dr. G. was highly praised by a nurse friend of mine and I was most pleased!”
– Lorraine T.
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“Very thorough and pleasant. Takes the time to listen and explain. Doesn't rush the process. Recommend to others. Thank you so very much for a positive experience! ”
– Barbara S.
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“Twelve years ago you repaired an injury to my left foot. Your talents and knowledge are the reason I can still live a full life. May God continue to bless you!”
– Peggy G.
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“I have always had a very good experience with the doctors, staff, and physical therapy staff.”
– Virginia L.
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“Dr. Nicholson was very informative. He took the time to answer all my questions and clarify my concerns. I will definitely call him back if I need help. ”
– Thomas C.
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“The office runs very efficiently. Dr. Nicholson was very thorough, calm, and patient in explaining everything to me. He was kind and knowledgeable. I can say the same about the office staff. Very nice first experience with this practice. ”
– Victoria M.
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“I had been having problems with my knees, which in turn held me back from enjoying the retirement years that I was so much looking forward to. I decided to see Dr. Torpey at Professional Orthopaedic Associates to find out if there was anything that he could do to reverse the condition and associated pain. The examination was done along with x-rays and the results were that my knees were in bad condition, my right knee worse than the left. After exploring the options to remedy the situation, I choose to have my right knee treated with the Synvisc treatment. Before I had even completed the three-week treatment period, my knee felt great with no more pain and excellent mobility. To my benefit, the treatment lasted longer than projected, but then my knee started to fail again. I went back to Dr. Torpey, an examination was done again, and the result was that the only option was a knee replacement. I agreed and the wheels were set in motion for the operation. Dr. Torpey performed the successful operation in 2009. After a period of physical therapy, I have been pain free and active ever since. If ever I have to have my left knee operated on, you can be sure that Professional Orthopaedic Associates and Dr. Torpey will be involved. Thank you Dr. Torpey.”
– William P.
Treating Doctor:“Dr. Gesell is one of the most caring doctors I have ever seen. He did my knee replacement a year ago from a car accident and I would do it all over again with him. My knee is perfect with no pain and I can extend and flex with no problems. I can stand for a long time, when before, I could only stand for approximately an hour. He was very caring and he looked in on me in the hospital to make sure I was doing okay and making sure I was doing my exercises! If it wasn't for Dr. Gesell, I would still be in pain, still be frustrated, and I would still be limping or on crutches! Thanks to Dr. Gesell, I can walk now, even though I need a hip replacement.This is how caring he is, my hip is so bad, he referred me to Hospital for Special Surgery, which is where he did his fellowship, to a great doctor. Thanks to Dr. Gesell, I will be walking without any aids, like a cane or a walker. Thanks to Dr. Gesell and the very caring staff at Professional Orthopaedic Associates, I can get straightened out! Thank you!”
– Lisa S.
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