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.

Patient Video Reviews

“I appreciate the time Dr. Bade spent with me and his suggestions for improving my mobility. I am extremely happy with the treatment and guidance I received.”
– Lila D.
Treating Doctor:
Harry A. Bade, III, MD, FACS
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“Dr. Nicholson handled everything professionally, and all options were explained clearly.”
– John W.
Treating Doctor:
Allen D. Nicholson, MD
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“It was a pleasure to be a patient of Dr. Johnson. I was a patient at the Toms River office. The staff at that office was wonderful to me. I had problems with arthritis in my left knee. After taking x-rays, Dr. Johnson gave me a shot of cortisone and prescribed physical therapy. Both the shot and the physical therapy did work really well for me at the time. Dr. Johnson is a wonderful, caring doctor. Thank you.”
– Judith H.
Treating Doctor:
Christopher D. Johnson, MD, FACS
“I think Dr. Gesell is very professional, knowledgeable, and a caring physician. He takes time to explain options available and does not make you feel like he is in a hurry to move on to his next patient. The staff is very pleasant and efficient. My overall experience has been very good, and I would definitely recommend this practice to anyone looking for an orthopaedic group.”
– Barbara E.
Treating Doctor:
Mark W. Gesell, MD, FACS
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“Excellent.”
– Susan B.
Treating Doctor:
David R. Gentile, MD, FACS
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“After a Florida trip, at the beginning of my sophomore baseball season at St. John Vianney, I experienced shoulder discomfort. Dr. Johnson diagnosed and performed labrum surgery on my right shoulder. I am happy to say I was playing fall baseball that year and finished my career at SJU. I am now in my senior season at Misericordia University, where I have started at first base all four years. During my first three years at MU, my team had won our conference title three times, with three trips to the NCAA Regional. I am so fortunate that Dr. Johnson was my surgeon. I would have never experienced this great college experience without his excellent surgical performance.”
– Josepn T.
Treating Doctor:
Christopher D. Johnson, MD, FACS
“I am moved to write to you today because you have helped me in the past and certainly with my most current situation. Dr. Johnson is the “ultimate diagnostician” and I was, am and will be always confident that he can help me. Jessica was most accommodating in getting me into the office. The staff has always been most professional, pleasant and welcoming to patients! (You are the face of the practice and congratulations to you all!) Thank you, thank you for helping me with two months of pain that hopefully will improve in the future. You are all very wonderful.”
– Bonnie J.
Treating Doctor:
Christopher D. Johnson, MD, FACS
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“Dr. Plyler really listens to his patients and does not dismiss symptoms as trivial quirks. He is thorough and professional and pays attention to details, always trying to help patients recover with as little pain as possible. ”
– Gloria G.
Treating Doctor:
Ryan J. Plyler, MD
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“Dr. Parker is kind and caring. He answers questions with patience. His surgery was great, and I am healing well. He is encouraging.”
– Maxine M.
Treating Doctor:
Gregory A. Parker, MD
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“Dr. Gesell was very thorough. He answered all of my questions without rushing me. ”
– Diann M.
Treating Doctor:
Mark W. Gesell, MD, FACS
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