I was suffering from shooting pain through my butt and down my left leg -- sciatic nerve pain. I…read morehad tried chiropractic relief, rehab therapy, and received two cortisone injections to my lower spine. The pain got so bad I couldn't bend to put on socks or lift the mattress to make the bed. I had reviewed many local surgeons on line and settled on Dr. David Kruger in Bloomfield, Ct. Others have stated.he is a surgeon who will not jump at a chance to use his surgical skills and in my case, while he was reserved and serius about the possible outcomes of surgery, he was also quite confident he could help address my problem only after thorough review of my MRI. I too was not hoping for surgery but I had exhausted all other options and when Dr. Kruger showed me the arthritis affected bone pinching my nerve we agreed to surgery. Surgery went well, and Dr. Kruger performed an L3 and L4 laminotomy and foraminotomy. I had been worried about the recovery period, but all went much better than I could have imagined. I was home the same day of surgery and took one of the painkillers before bed. As the anesthetics wore off it was immediately apparent my pain was gone. I never needed additional pain killers and went to work the next day (I work at home so did not need to drive). Recovery was painless aside from some stiffness where the muscles were cut. Although I felt fine and thought I could return to playing tennis after a couple of weeks, the Dr. recommended I wait at least 6 weeks. I tried, but in the fifth week I played tennis on Friday, golf and tennis on Sunday. No pain, nor stiffness. Honestly, it hurt more to remove one of the staples than it did for the surgery, and this was an anomaly. I highly recommend Dr. Kruger as an honest surgeon whose main concern is working with the patient to find the best solution for their problem -- even if this does not include surgery. In retrospect, I am disappointed with the Dr. that had advised I get the cortisone shots (not Dr. Kruger, but the folks at Hartford Hospital) as it seemed the MRI presented ample evidence the shots would have no affect. Is is great to be pain free just in time for golf season and I am enjoying playing tennis multiple times per week. Thank you Dr. Kruger.

I am a nurse and specialized for part of my career in Orthopedics. This is an amazing practice…read more Patient interaction is primary focus. Quality of care is outstanding. Dr. Petar Yanev has helped me when no one else could. And he cares about helping. His staff reflect his competent and compassionate care. Both Enfield and Glastonbury. Thank you.

I first came to Dr. Mendes with chronic pain in my neck and shoulder with tingling in my fingers…read more Dr. Esmende went above and beyond to try to understand the root cause of my pain. Through physical therapy and massage, the pain is now managed. I'm back to tennis, which is my passion. Now he's helping me with my lower back pain - a 12 year issue of degenerative disc disease and mild scoliosis that's been bothering me more since I took up pickleball recently. Life is better when you keep moving and with guidance, that's what I am continuing to do, for as long as possible!!

Competent doctors, but watch out for sketchy billing practices!…read more Check every line item on your bill! I don't know if it's an honest mistake or insurance billing fraud, but the Manchester office "padded" my bill with an extra almost $800 for services that never happened and has been totally unresponsive to efforts to get it corrected. That being said, the doctor was very knowledgeable and helpful.

I would not recommend the offices on Middle Tpke in Manchester. Staff is not competent or caring…read more My mother had an unfortunate fall at work and has been out on workers comp for a severe rotator cuff injury. The office staff and PA's for Dr. Risinger have told WC she's able to work when she can't grip or lift her arm. They actually listed false information on the WC forms. For your own or loved ones safety do not go there.

My experience with this Aris Yannopoulos, MD was extremely troubling. I was initially told there…read morewas a spinal issue and that surgery might be needed. After physical therapy worsened my pain, my follow-up visit was the complete opposite--my symptoms were dismissed, I was told nothing was wrong, and that I should just work out more. I was also told that surgery had never been discussed. When I mentioned I was in pain and could not walk he said yes you can you're not in pain. Go home and take a Tylenol. Your spine is perfect you are so lucky. I later obtained a second opinion and was diagnosed with a condition requiring spinal fusion, with clear warnings that delaying surgery could result in permanent nerve damage. I have never been spoken to so dismissively in a medical setting. If you are dealing with ongoing pain or neurological symptoms, I strongly urge you to seek another opinion rather than relying solely on this provider.

I saw him for a discectomy L4-L5m he performed a miracle. I was unable to stand or walk and was…read morewheeled into his office in a wheelchair. He performed the surgery and I was walking post operatively within hours. For a man w a brother who is paralyzed, I was ecstatic with my results. Needless to say after being in a serious car accident at over 65 mph, I sought him out for my care. The ER didx prays and CT scan which was inconclusive. I saw Dr. Yannopoulos and he prescribed PT after an MRI review. After PE I was still having symtomsof radiating numbness on my right side of my neck radiating down through my shoulder region. He had x-rays taken in his office and reviewed them w me. In his opinion I had nothing wrong...I have a muscular strain and "get back to living your life" was said to me. He then through his body against the wall in the exam room several time to illustrate how my body was injured in the crash. He went on a tirade about all of this and was very theatrical to say the least. He was loud, obnoxious and very disrespectful. I sat there thinking... why on earth do you think I drove across the state to see this man? I had total confidence in him after my discectomy and it had been over 20 years since. Did he think I was faking it to milk the insurance company??? I asked for more PT but he refused saying my problem was muscular and it wouldn't help. In my mind I had these symptoms that he didn't recognize. I didn't understand his loud and flamboyant response to my symptoms. It didn't make sense to me. I reiterated my symptoms several times and asked about acupuncture and massage. He completely dismissed the idea saying they ere quacks and that he knows what's good for me. I was appalled to say the least. This doctor who made me whole again so many years ago was no longer in the room. He wasn't listening to me, he was dictating my evaluation. I will never see this man again. My pain is real. As I tried to explain my pain and symptoms he belittled me to the point of embarrassment. I worked my entire life and am entering into retirement. I would never recommend this man to anyone. Once upon a time he was a brilliant surgeon who performed a miracle on me. Now he is a loud, offensive, arrogant, disgruntled individual who should have retired years ago before the bitterness took over. Stay away!!! Dave B.

John Fulkerson ended my 8 month ordeal around 5 years ago where I went to 3 doctors over and over…read moreagain in Philadelphia which kept on telling me that there was nothing wrong with me or that there was nothing that they could do for me. I was at wits end. It seemed like my mother was the only person who believed that there was really a something wrong with not only my right knee, but my left knee. I hurt myself really badly playing basketball. I hurt both knees on the same day. I couldn't believe it. I had played sports 5 days a week for my whole life. Then I couldn't even walk a block without walking b/c of all the pain. It was so depressing. The doctors at the Rothman Institute in Philadelphia told me there was nothing wrong with me. I think I saw them 4 times. I saw Dr. Larry Miller around 5 times. The kicker I had to keep waiting 3-4 weeks in between appointments hoping that the next time would be different. I couldn't give up. I finally decided to try someone else. Someone said that he was one of the best on the east coast. He also fit me in right away. I remember to this day it was November 20th. I was injured in February. from February to November 20th barely able to walk in pain. Then Dr Fulterson (I remember this like it was yesterday) He read my MRI...and felt my right knee. There were two areas of distinct pain. He said you definitely have some torn cartilage. He also said that there may be two tears. He said the pain that I was having was not from the exact area was showing the tear on the MRI. He then said that I can operate on the 26th of November. So after 8 months of agony and helplessness in one visit I had someone who verified that there was a problem and that he would try and fix it. That he offered to do it 6 days later. I felt like he cared so much. I wound up getting a 5th opinion from the Texas Rangers Baseball Club team orthopedist and he concurred that there was some kind of tear by just reading the MRI. He recommended I get the surgery done by Dr. Paul Sethi in Greenwich. I went to Dr. Sethi who also gave me a half hour and went all over the MRI and felt my knee. Dr. Sethi fit me in and did the surgery which lasted 2 hours longer then he thought it would take. I had both a torn meniscus and torn articular cartilage that lined the femor. I was on crutches for 4 weeks and had rehab of another 18 months. He also performed surgery on a minor lateral meniscus tear on my left knee. I know walk without pain after going through 16 months of almost not being able to walk a block without crying. Dr. Fulkerson was the first one who made me feel like I wasn't crazy. Dr. Freedman of Jefferson in Phila told me that if I kept on looking and seeing enough doctors that I would find something even though there was nothing to find. He told me I was on a wild goose chase. My mom and I disagreed. I just want to thank Dr. Fulkerson for being there for me when I really needed him. There are doctors and then there are doctors who care. He is in the second category. thank you!

Very caring doctor and has alternative less invasive suggestions to surgical treatment when…read moreappropriate

From the owner: At Valley Sports Physicians & Orthopedic Medicine our goal is to provide the highest quality sports…read moreinjury care and an exceptionally personal level of service for persons with sports injuries and other non-surgical musculoskeletal problems.

They don't send X-rays to a radiologist. They are cold and callous when it comes to pain…read moremanagement. They told me I probably need imaging but "it costs a lot" assuming I can't pay for that.

Ugh. I had my first appointment here as a new patient for an issue that arose from previous…read moresurgeries, that I no longer wanted to see my previous doctor for. I made my appointment ~6 weeks in advance, and it was not easy to get. It was for 11 AM. I arrived at 10:35, just to give myself plenty of time for paperwork. At 10:50, my name was called and I went in with the x-ray tech. She took my x-rays within ten minutes, and then informed me the "doctor moves pretty slowly, so it will be a few minutes before she sees you. But don't worry she spends the same amount of time with you as everyone else". To me, that means 15 minutes or so. After waiting about 20 minutes, the medical assistant comes in to ask me preliminary questions, then she leaves and says she will go inform the doctor of my responses and be right in to see me. 10 minutes pass. 20 minutes pass. It gets to be an hour past my appointment time. Still no doctor. FINALLY, at 12:15, 75 minutes AFTER my appointment time, the doctor rolls in! My appointment was a decent amount of time, the doctor was thorough, not warm and fuzzy, but very knowledgable. I am pleased with her answers and recommendations. She recommended trying product X, a shoe insertion. She explained how to use it. Then went and got one to show me, she said "here we can give this one to you to get you started". I assume that means they are giving it to me, at no cost. Finally at 12:50, when I'm leaving, I start to exit the office, and I head "excuse me! excuse me! That sample is ten dollars." Like whatever, I paid the $10.00 and left. But I would have gone to CVS and gotten the same product for $4.00 had I known... Doctor should have told me of the cost. Overall one of the most annoying experiences of the year. Because the doctor is highly recommended and I did feel she knew what she was talking about, I will see her again. I will try for her Rocky Hill office instead of the larger Hartford office, where they feel they can take 2 1/2 hours of my day (I was using my one hour lunch break.. Ha!) for a 30 minute appointment. Get your scheduling together. Felt good to get that out there!

Dr. Burns replaced my Knee in 2015 and did a wonderful job. He took additional steps showing me…read morewhat had happened and how the surgery was going to go. I now live in Tn. but if I need any more knee "stuff" he'll be the person I go to.

Dr Aaronows assistant is rude she told me the doctor is…read morerunning behind as he must be sleeping in the office again... Dani never had a smile on her face. Late paperwork and constant attitude when asked to do paperwork. FMLA was four weeks late ! reception knows nothing about the job they do. insurance was filed incorrectly multiple times and I was stuck with the bill!

Quality care from being to end. Very professional yet friendly…read more Best Orthopedic Surgeon!

Dr Joyce and his staff are extremely professional and concerned for their patients! He has…read moreexperience with helping many professional athletes and non-athletes like me! The office staff are very helpful and they have their own physical therapy at their Glastonbury office.