Patient Reviews

“Dr. Nicholson took the time to answer all my questions and gave me all my options. Good guy.”

“I am a 49 year old ex-professional hockey player who had MAKO knee surgery with Dr. Bade and Dr. Gesell.  Prior to the surgery, I could barely walk. The pain in my knee was overwhelming to the point that I was having a hard time performing the more physical aspects of my job (I am a hockey director and coach) and I was unable to participate in my favorite past-time activity, golf. I had a partial knee replacement via MAKO surgery the morning of January 30, 2015, and by the same afternoon, I was up and taking steps with a walker. I had very little discomfort even directly after the procedure; I never even filled the pain medication prescription I was given, I just used over-the-counter ibuprofren, which controlled any discomfort. I followed the recommended course of physical therapy and quickly progressed to normal function. In early March (five weeks post-surgery), I was back on the ice, skating. Two months post surgery, I was back on the golf course. Today, I am three months post surgery and I feel great. I have no limitations and I am functioning at full capacity. I would highly recommend these doctors and this procedure to anyone who is a candidate for it. Dr. Bade and Dr. Gesell are outstanding surgeons and I am grateful for their meticulous care.”

“When I first met you regarding my shoulder, I thought it would be a one time fix and I would then be on my way. Little did I know I would be around for a few operations and months of figuring out what was ailing me. Your guidance and advice that I received I couldn't have gotten anywhere else. Your patience, caring and understanding of what hurts, what's changed and what can be done to fix things is more than just comforting, it's appreciated and helpful more than you can know.  I have been a patient for years now and I would follow you and the doctors in the Practice anywhere you went. Support, care, and understanding are just a few of the adjectives I can list to explain just what you experience when you walk into one of these offices.  I wanted you to know you and your staff are like none I've ever experienced anywhere else and I never hesitate to recommend Professional Orthopaedic Associates to anyone needing the best there is.  Thank you again and again Dr. Foos for your help, care, and understanding in getting me back to myself again! Keep the well oiled machine running! It compares to no other orthopaedic office anywhere! Thanks for everything!”

“I was experiencing considerable pain and discomfort between the 3rd and 4th toe on my left foot. I thought that I might have suffered a fracture in one of the bones in the toe or possibly the metatarsals. Upon examination, my concerns relating to a fracture were relieved, and I was made aware that I had Morton's neuroma. Dr. Gabisan explained the condition and treatment procedures. The condition took about a month to subside and I'm back to running and power walking again.”

“I have had both knees, and a shoulder rotator operated on and did well with both.”

“I was in pain, had difficulty walking, and the problem was getting worse. Upon consulting with Dr. Gesell, it was found that I had severe arthritis in both hips. I had both hips replaced, the right on March 12, 2013 and the left on April 30. Both surgeries went smoothly, and I remain pain-free.”

“Always very informative and listens.”

“I found Dr. Bade very pleasant and professional.”

“I had hip replacement surgery with Dr. Gesell a year and a half ago. I can't tell you how much it has meant to me. I am "as good as new," and I can do everything I was always accustomed to do, leading an active life. The surgery took about twenty years off my age! I am so grateful.”

“Tina at the front desk is such a pleasure. The X-ray tech is a hero. Dr. Nicholson was very thorough, and I will certainly recommend the practice to those I interact with.”