Great experience with Dr Harpstrite and his team. I now feel that I'm in good hands getting my knee taken care of. Nice office, too.

Dr Harpstrite is da Best of the Best for his no nonsense approach to explaining his procedures in layman terms that you understand. His expertise and unique professional touch have already transformed my right arthritic hip into a magnificent titanium miracle! I am now seeking his magical technique for my right knee. His supportive staff is very thorough and professional. I have great confidence in attaining a greater quality of life with the support of the VA and proven results of Dr Harpstrite's surgical genius. I am preparing for the next challenge of attaining that renewal of my athletic wear & tear of my joints with the amazing titanium touch of technology that is delivered with Dr. Harpstrite and his best surgical team on da Island. Stay tuned for a follow up to surgery #2 coming in the near future! Da Titanium Veteran Gerbman! lol read more

Harpstrite Jeffery Kimo, MD - Sports Medicine Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Rude, arrogant, condescending, and disrespectful. Need I say more? Perhaps not, but I will. I went to him first years ago, because the insides of my knees hurt. I was diagnosed with end-stage (bone on bone) osteoarthritis in both knees. I was told I would need to have both knees replaced but to hold out as long as possible since the technology was getting better and better, so replacements were lasting longer. I was stunned. However, I was left alone in the room with my thoughts. I wasn't given any guidance or literature so I didn't know what to expect or do. Osteoarthritis is degenerative. Several years after being diagnosed, I decided it was time to have my knees replaced. Dr. Harpstrite flatly and bluntly refused to do so until I lost weight. See, the thing is, I'd been heavy the entire time I'd been seeing him. It wasn't as though I had suddenly gained a lot of weight. Yet Dr. Harpstrite never mentioned this critically important point before. I explained that I'd always had a weight problem, and had been on several diets. Some had worked, some had not. But movement was a key tool in keeping my weight under control. As the pain increased, I was less able to move, so I was slowly gaining weight. But Dr. Harpstrite refused to provide any pain relief so i could move - no cortisone, no medication, no nerve ablation, no surgery - nothing. He would prescribe physical therapy if I asked for it, and I did. PT was awesome, but it didn't help, because my knees were too far gone. He'd had no problem giving me cortisone for trigger finger or my left shoulder, but would not do so for my knees. I went on a low-carb diet and lost enough weight until I was about 20 lbs. from my goal. I was taking Pilates once a week, and water exercise 2-3 times per week. But then unfortunately my body rebelled. Nothing I did would restart the weight loss. It was awful and demoralizing. Fast-forward to December 2019. It had become harder and harder to walk. I was exhausted as the pain did not allow me to sleep soundly. Due to allergies, I could take only acetaminophen, which only took the edge off. I made one final plea to Dr. Harpstrite. He was not pleased. He basically trapped me where I was sitting and went over the research that contraindicated knee replacement for people over a certain weight. I just could not seem to get him to understand that I needed to move to control my weight, but I couldn't because of the pain. He would not provide pain relief. His solution? Get bariatric surgery, then he'd replace my knees when I lost enough weight. I did not and do not want bariatric surgery. It is not the panacea it is made out to be. Because of this, I feel I was labeled in my file as being defiant, and not truly wanting to lose weight. Neither of these things are true. I just don't want bariatric surgery. After Dr. Harpstrite completed his angry lecture, he stormed out of the room. I left and will never go back. In early 2021 I found a wonderful new orthopedic surgeon who is (thankfully) the polar opposite of Dr. Harpstrite. In nine months, my life is now totally different. I'm so glad I found him. If you want to know who it is, look through my 2021 reviews. For some reason, I had blinders on with Dr. Harpstrite. I kept thinking he'd eventually understand and help me. I finally realized he never would. read more

Not a patient but primary caregiver to a TKR patient. That 2nd day there was extreme pain & swelling. I called to Dr and explained my concerns. I was told "I've done hundreds of "those surgeries. He's fine.". I explained we have never been thru anything like this. Perhaps I could double up the pain meds. His reply was "I said he is fine." Yah well, thanks for nothing Doc. I called Queens Hospital & the staff in the joint & spine floor were so helpful. Addressed my concerns & explained what to expect in the days to come. read more

I first met him directly out of college about 20 years ago... He's not only my doctor but he's my son's also. Who has sports injuries from his very active lifestyle and running his business and teaching at Ohana Surf Project. Dr Harpstrites is well informed keeping up with the latest in his field precise meticulous and excellent at everything he does. He listens and responds attentively. I'd recommend him to anyone he is No Ka Oi! read more

I've never experienced the kind of arrogance and condescension that this doctor exhibited. I don't often write reviews, but felt compelled to write one here. He took the splint off my broken arm and threw it at my husband. He missed the fracture on the x-ray and appeared to suggest I was exaggerating when describing the pain. Thankfully, another doctor completed a second x-ray, correctly identified the break, and helped me heal. This was the worst experience I've ever had with a doctor. I left his office in tears. If I could give him zero stars, I would. read more

Late last year, after consulting with a specialist in San Diego, I was informed I needed a total right hip replacement sooner rather than later. I returned to Honolulu to find an orthopedic surgeon. Although Dr. Harpstrite was not my first choice, he was highly recommended and on my list of surgeons to see. I have to be honest, as I had heard his bed side manner did not appeal to some. However, Dr. Harpstrite ended up being the best choice. I had my right hip replacement in February of this year. Dr. Harpstrite is direct, honest and to the point. At our first meeting, his confidence and reassurance that I needed a hip replacement and would do well, was enough for me to schedule my replacement with him. I am now 6 months post op and doing well. I had difficulty walking since 2019 that progressively got worse. I explored every possible option available, as my mobility declined. Dr. Harpstrite is an excellent surgeon and that is very important. I am now able to walk without any aids and living life fully again! read more

So glad we have such a superb surgeon here in Hawaii. Dr Harpstrite is a no nonsense, on time, "follow my directions and you should be fine" kind of guy. His front of house staff is first rate. The staff at Queen's seem to think very highly of him. His intake team are all helpful, businesslike, but full of aloha style kindness. Very lucky I was referred to his team years ago. They kept me going as long as I could but after no longer being able to walk, we agreed it was time. It's great that he shares his time with the Big Island as well. I'm not through with PT yet but I have a feeling I'm going to be very happy with the eventual outcome from a total knee replacement after decades of limping along and deteriorating crippling osteoarthritis. Couldn't imagine a better team. read more

Dr. Harpstrite is a great doctor who not only cares but listens to you. Having a bad right knee and seeing someone who also has the same conditions as yourself makes it more relatable. His staff are very friendly and professional and it's very convenient that the x-rays are done right next door to his office, what a bonus! read more

Dr. Harpstrite - what can I say? I have been very, very fortunate to have had Harpstrite perform 2 joint replacement surgery on e in 5 1/2 years. My knee in 2007, and my left hip last week. Dr. Harpstrite came highly recommended from my regular Orthopedic Surgeon who does not do replacement. As she said to me over 5 years ago, "If I was to recommend a surgeon for a family member, it would be Dr. Harpstrite." I recovered from my knee replacement and described it as a life changing event. And it was. Now I have just had my hip replacement and after 7 days am already feeling the same. Dr. Harpstrite is a wonderful Doctor and just as important, a wonderful person, always ready to listen to concerns. Thank you Dr. Harpstrite. read more

I had my total knee replacements, both side in same day. Dr. Jeffery K. Harpstrite did an excellen job and that was in 2008. My knees are still perfect since. Mahalo. read more

Harpstrite Jeffery Kimo, MD - Sports Medicine Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Dr Harpstrite is an excellent orthopedic surgeon. He did a right hip replacement and I had no problems with the surgery or recovery.

Dr. Harpstrite is truly the best in his field. I feel so fortunate that my recovery was remarkably swift thanks to his expert skills as a surgeon. Now three and a half months after my total hip replacement surgery, I am almost completely back to normal. His staff were very professional in their respective areas and preparation for surgery was so thorough and complete; this created a safe and comfortable environment for me with all of my questions answered. The hospital nurses shared the same confidence as I have in Dr. Harpstrite and would wholeheartedly recommend him to family and friends without hesitation. He is totally dedicated to providing the best care possible. read more

Very efficient in his explanations of procedures. Felt comfortable asking questions we had. Great staff, very thorough in their pre-surgery preparations. read more

Did an Arthroscopic surgery 9/11/19, from another surgeon, which turned out to be a nightmare, so I got a second opinion from Dr Harpstrite. Due to many fluid drains & cortisone shots from previous surgeon, I had to wait a minimum of 3 months of suffering. Anyway, Dr Harpstrite did a full knee replacement on 3/11/20, success. It's been 3 weeks & 1 day since surgery, therapy twice a week & able to walk, bath, dress, etc, without any assistance. Still a few weeks away from pain free, however, I am extremely satisfied with the success of my surgery from a great doctor, whom I highly recommend. Thank you, Dr Harpstrite. P.S. Dr Harpstrite's staff is amazing and very helpful. Aloha read more

On 2/28/18 Dr. Jeffery Kimo Harpstrite did an anterior approach total hip replacement on my right side. As soon as I recovered from anesthesia the hospitals physical therapist had me walking the halls. No pain from bone on bone arthritis anymore and so much stronger and straighter. I was discharged from the hospital the following day and had an easy time living by myself. Five days later I feel as if I can walk for miles and miles and really need to restrain myself from overdoing things. Going into surgery I had all confidence that I would be in the best of hands with Dr. Harpstrite. He is serious, no nonsense, straightforward and has an awesome reputation. Many physicians, my physiatrist, RNs, friends and people I've met, always highly recommend Dr. Harpstrite because they either had surgery performed by him, had family or friends that had surgery performed by him or worked with him and knew of his expertise. He also has a really nice, calming, friendly bedside manner and made everything seem so easy and nonstressful. His office staff always took great care of all of my appointments, instructions, paperwork, prehab, rehab, medications, x-rays and everything else with efficiency and kindness. They made sure that everything was well taken care of so I did not have to worry about anything. I am so thankful and appreciative for all that Dr. Harpstrite and his associates have done for me and feel so grateful to be under their care. read more

Dr. Jeffery Kimo Harpstrite replaced my left hip yesterday, at Queen's Medical Center. Today I am home and went for my first solo 10 minute walk. It might not seem like a big deal, but 24 hours ago, the replacement was underway. I was released from the hospital the day after surgery and am comfortably home now. Dr. Harpstrite's anterior (frontal) technique doesn't cut through the muscles, as the old method (posterior-from the back side) does. The post op nurse had me up and walking, 30 minutes after I woke up. The excruciating pain I had before the surgery, bone on bone, is gone!!! Yes, there is some pain, although it is different and easily manageable. I am so blessed to have been introduced to Dr. Harpstrite. I highly recommend him to all who are suffering from osteoarthritis. read more

Not a great experience. So far. The queens hospital was terrible and anesthesia and medication was a near death experience. They don't seem to care either. Everyone covers for each other and or shifts responsibility to claim it's someone else's job to cure you. They even start to blame you the patient. Get a medical advocate before dealing with any of this around here. I think they claim success rates and low complications. But no one ever records the patients opinion and outcome from the patients experience. They have a system and it's 100% against you. They don't really take you from a pre surgery preparation all the way to full recovery. It's like you are on your own. If you recover great. If not, they don't care. They will claim the surgery was successful and blame your lack of recovery on you or some other reason. It's curious that there are such few reviews on yelp for this doctor. He does tons of these surgeries over the years. It's like a conveyor belt. A factory. read more

If you're in need of an Orthopedic surgeon, this is your man. He's a local surgeon practicing primarily at The Queen's Medical Center specializing in Sports Medicine, Traumatic Orthopedic medicine and Total joint replacement. Dr. Harpstrite is a fantastic teacher, clinician, surgeon and individual. His professionalism and compassion are second to none. Most importantly, he really cares about his patients, and makes an effort to get to know each and every one of them. read more

Worst doctor-patient experience I have ever had in my entire life. Dr. Harpstrite is angry, arrogant and rude. The staff was very nice and professional, the doctor was not. He was extremely condescending, belittled me and talked to me like I was a child. read more

It is now 7 years since my THR and you would not believe what I have put this hip through yet x-rays prove that it continues to be like new! The rest of my major joints are bone on bone but I have not had one single problem with this right hip replacement. I do not say this in pride but to verify just how good of a surgeon Kimo is. I have done 700 pound hack squats to below parallel and 500 pound deadlifts without problem! I have trained MMA style workouts and have done basically anything I want to do without pain and without the replacement failing! I am now in Las Vegas and the ortho surgeons can't believe the results. There are no ortho surgeons worth a damn in this city to treat my shoulders, knees, or cervical spine and they are now very painful. I need to go back to Hawaii for optimum care. Thanks Kimo, and even though we had our problems your work is second to none. read more

I was referred to Dr. Harpstrite's office for my right knee. My appointments were always early in the morning so I was lucky enough to not have a long wait time. What I like about Dr. Harpstrite is he was straight to the point. Not sure if it was due to my injury being easy to diagnose or take a guess based on my story, but I was in and out within 20 minutes. I enjoy having doctors go straight to the point. But as quick as the appointments were, he was very thorough. He's also very friendly which is important for me. Their staff is also quite nice and helpful. I just received my surgery yesterday (12/2) and was very busy. But everyone was extremely friendly making sure I was comfortable. They kept me well informed, and told me they were running behind schedule. I guess the only negative I would have to say was the delay wasn't due to a busy schedule, but they took a later patient before me. But I wasn't in a rush, or going anywhere, so I wasn't complaining. Overall, I enjoy Dr. Harpstrite and his staff and would definitely recommend him to a friend! read more

This review is for his nurse JEN! When arriving home after JUST getting discharged( Anterior Hip Replacement) my husband started getting red and sweating.., had burning urinating! Called Harpstripe office and no answer so left message!! This was 3pm! Paperwork says to call the doctor if any above issues occurred.. they did! Earlier at discharge nurse was trying to call Harpstripe office to get follow up date and no answer! 11am!! All afternoon and evening no call back....so this morning I called AGAIN and got Jen! She claims phones weren't working and more excuses and all I want is to get help for THEIR PATIENT!!! Her tone was abrupt , rude and very defensive! My husband JUST got home and in distress!! I wanted some assurance and SUPPORT and Jen just kept saying she didn't get the message!! And Doctor is in surgery ALL DAY!!! Ok so let's move on to how to HELP!! She got me so upset I started raising my voice.., she has NO CLUE how to deal with situations and to diffuse!! She said I could talk to Administrator??? FOR What??? Yes to complain!!!!She threatened to HANG UP ON ME!! And SHE DID!! How unprofessional is that!!!! She has NO CLUE how to handle patients! She should have IMMEDIATELY assured me she would help and offered some options.. ie get a Urine sample and go to Diagnostic lab or something... getting him in car again after hip replacement is not going to happen the first day!!! It's like " we are done with you take your problem somewhere else!!!" VERY UNPROFESSIONAL and to HANG UP on a patient ...my husband couldn't believe it!!! I organized all my husbands appointments and meds cause he has SHORT TERM MEMORY LOSS from a Pituitary tumor so last 8 yrs I handle all medical issues for him! I explained that in initial consult appointment!! Jen also ignored that fact and left a message on his phone???? Makes you wonder why she feels so secure in her job to act this way??? read more

One month ago I had partial knee replacement with Dr Harpstrite and am very happy with the outcome. I am still going through PT but I'm very confident that I will have a full recovery. Feeling stronger every day. I had my surgery in the Hale Pawaa surgical center and came home the same day. I was extremely happy with their new Surgicenter and it was absolutely the right decision for me. Dr Harpstrite, Mr. Luttrell and all of their office staff have awesome customer support and their office is very efficient. I highly recommend them and when I'm ready to have my other knee done I will not hesitate to see Dr. Harpstrite again! read more

Just 10 days ago I had my left hip replaced .....what a difference almost like a new person . Excellent surgeon good team (office and hospital )he really care about his patients . Thank you read more

Fantastic surgeon. Accurate. He Predicted when my hip would begin to fail almost to the day. Genuinely nice guy. Very conscientious doctor. I would not hesitate to see him for any othopedic surgery. read more

My name is Ralph E. 9 Years ago Dr Harpstrite did my left hip and I wish it was done earlier, pain is not pleasant! Christmas 2018 my right hip was giving me discomfort, X-ray showed Bone on Bone. Right away I went to Dr Kimo , schedule surgery. I waited to long with pain on my left hip. NOT doing that again!! 2/27/19 Surgery 9:30am At 1:30 PT exercise was preformed same day. All at QUEENS! 1:00am I was doing laps around the 8th floor. Spent one night at Queens, went home! Walking no problem!!! Dr Kimo said don't go back in the Ocean, just yet! Bummer! The staff at Queens, Fabulous! Dr Harpstrite is my God! read more

i too read the negative reviews, but i was determined to draw my own conclusions. The staff was friendly and professional. There was a gentleman from Tripler initially who took my medical history. He was very thorough and professional. Shortly Dr Harpstrite came in.He explained things to me about my knees and shin on one leg. He answered my questions patiently. He gets right to the point. There was no sugar coating anything. If i need surgery down the line i would like him to be my surgeon.I would tell people to draw their own conclusion. Had i listened to most of the reviews I would not have discovered a good doctor. I would recommend him to my friends. read more

I don't understand the negative reviews. My experience with this office has been the best. This guy is a lifesaver and his staff is courteous and outstanding. Another doctor did a partial knee replacement for me in Hilo, which became infected soon after. Long story short, after many complications and procedures, Dr. Harpstrite took over my care, did a full knee replacement on the same knee at Queens and has watched me carefully ever since, until I finally made it back onto the road to recovery. It's been a long, tough year and I'm thankful to Dr. Harpstrite and his caring staff, who always returned my calls and answered my questions within 24 hours. I would recommend him with no hesitation. read more

I'm not the patient but a very concerned caregiver. Dr. called me after the surgery saying it went well, but when I tried to voice my concerns he said he does hundreds of these every year and the patient will be fine. He may do hundreds, but I've never been thru one of these before. My dogs vet has more concern for the caregivers than this guy. He pretty much blew me out the door. Said thank you and hung up. read more

I recently had a total hip replacement procedure performed by Dr Kimo Harpstrite. I was recommended to him by my physical therapist at Rehab Hospital, as well as by Dr. Dwight Lin of RMR Honolulu. Both of them had high praise for his expertise in performing the Anterior Approach to total hip replacement. I believe there are only two physicians in the state who perform this procedure, and Dr. Harpstrite has performed the most number of these procedures. I am *so* thankful that I did not allow myself to be influenced by some of the negative reviews found here on Yelp. My procedure was performed at Queen's, although Dr. Harpstrite's office is associated with the Orthopedic Associates team working out of the Pawaa Building (former site of Meadow Gold Dairy). I was admitted on a Monday for a 1:30 PM procedure, and was walking the hallway the next morning. By 2:30 PM Tuesday, I completed the Queen's joint replacement follow-up group meeting and was discharged...! I'm back with my physical therapist now stepping through the required follow-up procedures - but am already well on my way to full recovery. Dr. Harpstrite is the only surgeon I would ever entrust with such an important decision. read more

Waited 40 minutes yestersday- Nov.17, 2016, to see Jeffrey Kimo Harpstrite for a knee problem, Upon getting into the examining room a ;person named Michael enters the room and introduces himself as the Nurse's Assistant. After having my xray results explained to me by this nurse's assistant -I 'm asked - 'Would I like medication and/or P.T.?" I am thinking - Who is this person and is he qualified to make a determination about my condition? Then next he prescribes a treatment plan and injects a dose of medication in my knee without even explaining what it is for or it's name? Did I not come to this office to see a Jeffrey Kimo Harpstrite who is supposedly an Orthopedic Specialist? Why am I being downgraded now to a Nurses Assistant? AND wouldn't you think that if this office is charging my two insurance companies at a Specialist rate that I would at the very least be able to see such a Specialist? What is this all about? A scam to get rich quick at the expense of your patients? Whatever happened to honest, kindhearted physicians who put themselves before others and sincerely cared for their patients using the knowledge and expertise that they supposedly should have??? Is it all about yourself Harpstrite and what you can squeeze out of elderly patients who can't fight back? This will be reported to HMSA, DCCA, BBB, AMA and Action Line. What goes around comes right back around. read more

I read the previous negative reviews of Dr. Harpstrite before making an appointment, and thought, "Who cares what the guy is like as long as he's a good surgeon." When he greeted me in a friendly way and proceeded to explain why he thought I wasn't a good candidate for surgery, I thought, "Those other people must have been expecting something remarkable. He's a nice enough guy." And I have to say, I appreciate it any time a surgeon tells me frankly that he doesn't believe there's much he can do for me--much better than someone taking the money, doing the surgery, and then shrugging when it doesn't work out, so I give Dr. Harpstrite credit for that. But after fifteen minutes, while I was trying understand my options, he brusquely told me he didn't have time to talk, and practically walked out in the middle of the conversation. I thought, "Wow--those other people were right! He may or may not be a good surgeon, but he's also a bit of a prick." I've seen my share of doctors over many decades and I'm not a particularly sensitive guy, but I've never had a more personally unpleasant experience in a doctor's office. read more

Went to OA by referral for hip problems, I was told that both hips needed to be replaced and recovery time would be 2 to 3 months. I was referred to Dr. Jeffrey Harpstrite who did my surgery and after 8 years of worsening pain I feel a whole lot better! After 28 years in the plumbing business something had to give, well thanks to Dr. Harpstrite I'm doing a lot better, still having post op pain but way better then before, so to negative Nadine who posted her complaint, be patient and relax Dr. Harpstrite is a great doctor and person! Aloha to him and his staff! Mr. T. Bell read more

Dr. Harpstrite is very arrogant and condescending. He has forgotten (if he ever knew) that WE are the customer paying HIS salary. He treats his patients and their family members as an annoyance trying to ruin his day. read more

Argh. I showed up at 8:15 am, my appointment time and when I signed in I counted 5 patients that had signed in at 8:00. I was put in a room after about 15 minutes and waited a total of an hour. When Dr. Harpstrite finally came in, he looked at a blank page, made a mark, asked me 1 question confirming that I had had a shot with minimum results. Didn't bother to ask me about continuing symptoms, or where the pain was coming from, didn't examine me at all and after less than a minute determined that unless I needed surgery he couldn't help me. Gave me information for a spine surgeon and a pain clinic and left the room. In front of a med student I might add. I have never felt so discounted as I did that day. Not to mention that he had taken 1 1/2 hours out of my day that I could have used for something constructive. I would not recommend him to anyone. read more

I was reccommended to see Dr Harpstrite for a shoulder issue. I have AVN and Ostio-arthritis. My joints are all going bad. I had my Left hip replaced in Weamea two years ago on the big island and went well except now one leg is longer than the other. It was performed by a ortho surgeon at North Hawaii Community Hospital. Dr Harpstrite met with me on time and review my films as well as spent time with me explaining the options. I chose a Hemi-arthroplasty of the right shoulder. I was in surgery at Queens in a couple of weeks, Feb 10th 2014. During the surgery it was found that I had rotator cuff tears that did not show up on the MRI. Dr Harpstrite did complete repairs of all the problems and I was able to be discharged the next day, thanks to Dr Harpstrite listening to my request and the excellent care of the Queens orthopedic staff. I really do not know what the others are complaining about. I have been a nurse for over twenty years and worked in the OR as a surgical nurse in Orthopedics in the mainland and at HMC. Dr Harpstrite is the best and when my left side starts going bad, I will be asking Dr Harpstrite to do those replacments as well. David Deweese read more

Hands down, the best medical service I have ever received! Dr Harpstrite, Mike and the rest of the staff are incredible! I had a hip replacement 3 months ago and was in by 6am and home by 2pm walking up my large staircase to my bedroom. My hip was in such bad shape before the surgery that it was bone on bone. Now, 3 months later, I can't even tell I had the replacement other than a small scar. No pain whatsoever and I am back to my yoga practice with ease. Also, after at least 5 office visits before and after the surgery, I never had to wait. In fact, as soon as i sit down in the waiting room, my name is called and then just one or two minutes in the examination room before I am tended to. Furthermore, and to my embarrassment, one week after the surgery, I was feeling so much better, that i got cocky and did not hold onto the railing and fell down the stairs. I immediately called Mike and he was at my home in 30 minutes to verify that I was ok. It was unbelievable and so wonderful to be in such caring good hands. read more

This Dr, Hartstripe has an issue with none athletic type person that come to him for help. In my younger years I was very athletic, I played Football , Basketball, I was a lifeguard at a community swimming pool,I was quite active back then. Well today I'm a old guy still active but not like a 30 year old. I was referred to him for a knee replacement and he that almighty best surgeon at Queens Medical Center bas turn his cheek the other way said I was to Big for this surgery gave me an injection in the knee and sent me on my painful way. My xray we're looked at by three doctor's and all three told me I need a knee replacement and they also told me they don't know how I'm still walking with all the damage. Dr Harpstripe likes to shine in his field I guess he figures my surgery may not work so he doesn't want to try...it may make him look bad. Well I'm the one that should have to make that decision not him read more

I made an appointment with Dr. Harpstrite as he came highly recommended. My appointment was for 8:30 a.m. and the Dr. did not see me until 9:50 a.m. When he finally did see me, he performed only a cursory exam and recommended physical therapy. I reminded him that it was my physical therapist who had recommended I see him to which he responded, "Well I could send you to a neuro surgeon if that's what you want." Hmmm. That felt like a bullying tactic. Why on earth would I want to be referred to a nuero surgeon unless it is medically required. What I want is for the doctor to whom I am paying several hundred dollars to do his job. That means, perform an examination, listen to your patient, and discuss the options and possible medical conclusions with your patient in a calm, clear, and thoughtful manner. I was disappointed that Dr. Harpstrite conducted himself in such an arrogant and obnoxious manner and that I gained absolutely zero insight into whatever medical condition it is that I have. read more