I had to take my dad here for an appointment for his chronic shoulder pain. The building is 3…read morestories, and has the docs situated on the 2nd floor, and physical therapy on the 3rd. First floor seems to be a coffee stand or something. It was our first time here, and I was a little apprehensive of how the experience was going to be. From past excursions to various doctors, I'm not really thrilled about the expertise nor bedside manner of most of the ones we've seen (a primary care doc not only misdiagnosed my dad and almost killed him, but also had an extremely douchy attitude towards us). However, I need not have worried. The staff was extremely efficient and helpful. The nurse that called our name not only rounded us up, but 2 other parties as well. He then put us all into our respective rooms, and then also ferried us back and forth to x-rays. Another nurse also personally showed us to the restrooms, which was astounding. I've never encountered staff before that was so willing to help someone--most of them usually just point at the general direction and instruct you on how to get there. But these folks weren't like that at all; someone was always on hand to walk you to and from your destination. Amazing! The doctor (Roca) also seemed kind while maintaining a professional demeanor. He took the time to shake our hands before launching into the exam, and then also again before he left. I'm pretty impressed with the clinic overall. It gives me hope that there are some places that still believe in good ole Southern hospitality.

In regards to Alabama Orthopaedic Clinic in Mobile, AL, more specifically, Dr Matthew Barber...(I…read morehave not experienced any other professional at this facility): I am certain that Dr. Matthew Barber truly is the excellent surgeon that he boasts in all of his muscle-bare posters scattered every 15 feet or so throughout the clinic. But only as long as you have the proper insurance and can pay the additional thousands of dollars in co-pays and additional fees. BUT, if you DON'T have the proper insurance, and a wad of cash stashed under your mattress, well then, you might as well just move along. That is to say, within the constraints of your physical ability to move at all! So if you find, while trying to find other means of obtaining the procedure you so desperately need, that you only require a minimal form to accompany an application for said assistance, in order to get back being a productive member of society, don't expect any help with that! A simple form, a half page piece of paper, nothing more than a few scribbles, the only thing left standing in the way of just sending the application for assistance....well, you better just go back and start over with another, EQUALLY talented surgeon, because Dr. Matthew Barber just doesn't have time to consider anything that he cannot place on his list of super-human achievements.

I waited about 15 years to get my knee fixed. On my right leg, my knee went at an angle. The reason…read moreI waited is because I felt the surgery was barbaric. I went to Dr. Zarzour. He not only fixed my knee, he kept both of the did not saw the bones. I don't know if that will work for everyone. He let me have at home therapy, and after two weeks I was told I should have a walker which I really didn't need. even the anesthesia experience was amazing as when I woke up I was wide awake. I was 79 when I had the surgery. When I get the other one done, Dr. Zarzour is the only one who will work on my knee. I don't even know it's there anymore and that was two years ago. He is a busy man so his PA does the front work. True, he doesn't spend with but he will answer your questions and he's always friendly. He will even offer you a cup of coffee. He's my knee doctor.

I needed a knee replacement. Spent 5 minutes talking to him. I told him I would need home health…read moresince I live alone. He brushed me off said "Oh, they (case mgmt, nurse?) will take care of all that". Scheduled my surgery for 7 weeks later. 1 week before surgery and I haven't heard a peep from anyone. NOTHING is set up. No home health, no assistance of any kind. I live alone, have a flight of stairs to climb to get into my apartment, have no one to assist me, drive me. Finally get a call from his nurse just days before surgery, she's nasty, blames me for their failure. Still nothing set up. They have done nothing. It's all about the $. They made sure they got their money first.

Dr Handwerger and his staff are so helpful, caring, and efficient! We were there bc my 6 yr old…read morebroke her arm. We were called before I even finished filling out the paperwork. There was zero wait for x-rays either. Dr Handwerger was great explaining the break and had a good sense of humor.

Zero stars if I could. Extremely poor first impression. Had an appointment for 2:30 and had to…read morearrive by 2:15. I was there as requested and checked in by 2:15. At 3:15 the office made an announcement the Dr Boatright was running an hour behind which was an understatement. At 3:45 I had still not been called. I cancelled my appointment and will not be rescheduling with this doctor. This office charges the patient $25 if you cancel under 24 hours before the appointment. Maybe they also need to reimburse patients $25 when they can not uphold their appointment times since we have to waste time and take off work to see them. I for one will not be returning to this office at Orthopedic Group in Mobile, Alabama. And I definitely will not even consider scheduling another appointment with Dr Jeffrey Boatright. My suggestion is do not waste your time

I highly recommend Dr. Mathew Barber…read more After going to many of other drs getting shots and having fluid drained off of my knee it got to the point I could not work, I prayed for god to help lead me to a dr that would help. I searched and looked for one and kept coming back to Dr.barber. I made the appointment and felt at peace even tho I had not seen him yet. When I did meet him I didn't feel like I was just another number.He genuinely cared and he listened. He explained everything gave me options and for long term healing a total knee replacement would be the best. He explained that there were 2 kinds of knees the kind most all drs use or have a ct scan to get measurements and have one made exactly like my own,it is called conformis and with no pressure to choose one or the other, I chose the conformis. Dr. Barber recommended doing therapy prior to surgery. I went to Alabama Orthopedic Clinic one time,Alex the therapist showed me what to do and I chose to do the rest at home. Because of COVID I had to be dropped off at the hospital and go through it alone I was nervous not having my husband with me but confident I was in good hands. I love that before surgery Dr. Barber asked if he could pray with me. Dr barber is truly a blessing and his staff from the office to the operating room are all so sweet and helpful and available 24/7. I highly recommend Dr. Mathew Barber After surgery I used the walker and would walk to the end of the hall around the nurses station to the other end 2 times, The discomfort was nothing like the pain I had prior to surgery. The first week I was off of the walker and using a cane sometimes, mostly when I was outside . Week 3 I was sitting Indian style and squatting.

Dr. Barber did my right knee a few years ago and I am very happy with his work. It took several…read moremonths but I am back to normal when it comes to my knees. Esecially if you consider how much I hurt before the new knee. I highly recomend Dr. Barber for knee replacment.

Never thought I'd take the time to commend and recommend a physician in this day and age but here…read moregoes. I have never been so pleased and impressed and also "cared for" and about. I hurt my knee earlier this week and by this am could hardly walk. I have two trips coming up and feared having to cancel them. I emailed before the office opened and Lou Anne called me first thing. She and Dr. Todd's nurse worked me in. The entire staff....front desk, X-ray dept (special for them) nurses, big needle guy and Dr. Todd.....AMAZING!!! He's conservative in approach and passionate and of course extremely knowledgeable and confident about what he does. Patient to explain even though they were slammed with other patients in addition to being "on call". So if you have any orthopedic issues....don't hesitate to call them for an appointment.

Today is tuesday september first. I had my first appointment last tuesday at nine a m. After being…read morethere, a total of an hour and forty five minutes. And only finding myself in the line for x ray which wasn't moving. I left. On my way out, I made an appointment to come back today. I waited in the lobby over thirty minutes before being called back to x ray where I waited another ten or fifteen minutes. I was then taken into a room where a nurse practitioner came in. And she clearly had no idea why I was there exactly. She was focused on my spinal x. Ray, which has nothing to do with where my pain is or what is causing it. She pushed and pulled on my legs and feet, but never offered to touch or examine the area of the problem. It became more and more clear. She just wasn't listening to me at all. After twenty five more minutes, doctor hicks finally came in. And at least he checked the immediate area where the pain is but still stuck to the spinal issue and wanted me to get an mri. We even went over my CT. Photos together and then he talked about giving me a shot in my spine after the mri. I'm not a medical person, but I know enough. That my spine is not causing the soft tissue problem. I'm having nowhere near. I told him I didn't see any reason for the. M r I and he ordered his assistant to schedule it. Anyway, so she walked me out. Explaining the process to me, and I just nodded and left. I won't be letting them bill. My insurance for any more waste of time, including the. M r I or any follow ups. This was horrible service and treatment two weeks in a row.

There are a few spots to park in shade and around back there is plenty of parking also…read more When you enter you must read the signs to figure out where to go. Then check in on a kiosk. If you ask the people at the desk, they just instruct you to check in on the kiosk into which you are to enter in your insurance and social security number along with scanning your insurance cards and drivers license. On one hand I like that other people aren't handling your information, on the other it's very impersonal and the people at the desk seem like they don't want to be bothered (due to the eye roll) and I should've obviously seen and known that I'm supposed use the kiosk to check in. Then you have to read the signs to determine which side of waiting room to sit on for which ever doctor you are to see. The X-ray tech was very nice, fast and professional. The physical therapy staff are all very sweet and professional. The Doctor was excellent and I am very impressed with the efficiency of the office overall. Highly recommend.

Had to take my 81year old Mother in to see Dr Swigler today for a broken wrist from a fall. He was…read moreabsolutely excellent! Very caring and extremely kind! I would highly recommend him!!

After many years of pain Dr Petersen and staff was able to fix my problems. I have 3 fused…read morevertebrae and endured no pain or problems since. I recommend him to anyone who has back problems

From the owner: Bendt P. Petersen, III, M.D…read more Spine Specialist Dr. Petersen graduated from The University of Alabama with a bachelor's degree in biochemistry and biology. He received his medical degree from The University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine. After completing a residency in orthopaedic surgery, he completed fellowship training in orthopaedic and neurosurgical spine surgery at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Petersen is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and specializes in conditions of the spine. He is a member of most area hospital staffs. Additionally, he is an adjunct professor of orthopaedic surgery at the University of South Alabama and a United States Army Flight Surgeon. Credentials Undergraduate The University of Alabama Medical School Doctorate of Medicine, The University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine Residency Orthopaedic Surgery Fellowship Orthopaedic and Neurosurgical Spine Surgery, Harvard Medical School Certification Board-Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Dr Bowden and his team are amazing. He is very knowledgeable about spine surgery and made my live…read moreso much easier. I had a spinal fusion and fractured my sacral bone on both sides. He repaired all of that for me. I highly recommend this doctor.

Yesterday was my first visit to this location of Gulf Orthopaedics. I recommend Dr. Bowen! BUT I do…read morenot recommend the young man at the check-in desk. He was on his phone and kept talking--I could tell it was a personal call, as I could hear every word he was saying. Thus, I had to stand there at the desk and wait for several minutes while he kept talking. He was facing me the entire time, so it's not like he didn't know I was there. Not professional at all. Gave me a bad initial impression of the prac. BUT AGAIN , Dr Bowen was amazing!

Highly inappropriate office visit with my mother, I was asking her if she was in pain - he turned…read moreand rudely asked me to be seated by slightly pushing my arm. Highly disappointed in this encounter and the 1 1/2 hrs wait, would not recommend.

Formerly BAYSIDE ORTHOPAEDIC, this team of orthopedic surgeons is top notch. It was founded by Dr…read more Paul Fellers back in the early 1970's and Dr. Robert Eubanks joined him in 1973.

I saw Dr. Jason Determann today for a popping and occasional pain after working out in my shoulder…read more As a member of Orangetheory Fitness and relying on my body as a student in the healthcare field, I don't like to be idle for long. So when some discomfort arose in my shoulder after a workout, and persisted for several weeks with certain moves, I decided to get it checked out. The wait in the waiting room was super quick. I was halfway through my first page of paperwork when I was called back for x-rays. The x-rays took very little time, and I was placed in an exam room to wait for the doctor. My time in the exam room before Dr. Determann came in was about 45 minutes, but I didn't mind. It's a busy facility with their own rehab center inside, so I'm sure he's busy between scheduled patients and popping over to the rehabilitation side of things as needed. He listened to my concerns and to me explain what happened when I started noticing popping and slight pain. He worked my shoulder, testing my movements and range of motion, and he felt around on my shoulder blade until he could pinpoint where the popping was occurring. He reviewed my x-rays with me and explained what was happening. Thankfully, I have a minor issue that simply needs some rehabilitation for strengthening! Nothing is wrong with my actual shoulder! I appreciated the time and effort of an appointment with him. Not once did I feel shrugged off or rushed. I left with some relief of knowing I don't have anything damaged at all, and it's great to know I can return here to be in great hands while strengthening a weak spot!