I do not write reviews on a regular basis. I am like the newly baptized, however, when I happen upon an extraordinary experience. It's pretty scary when pain hits suddenly, seemingly out of nowhere and it doesn't go away no matter what I do. Visits with our PCP ends on an unsatisfactory note. The Dr prescribes physical therapy and medication. It feels like abandonment when our medical professional stops listening when nothing seems to work long term. It got to the point I was resigned to the fact that no treatment existed and I would have to struggle with chronic pain for the rest of my life. Depression hangs over my head like a black cloud for months. A referral and subsequent appointment with Dr Shetty gives me hope and no more hitting brick walls. Dr Shetty is a medical professional that weighs the objective evidence before stating definitively what's going on and what's next. I did not feel he was guessing at what was going on and I did not feel like I was a lab experiment. His calm, relaxed demeanor and methodical approach let me know the good Dr was actually weighing objective evidence. He asked specific questions and conducted a physical examination to find the location and nature of my chronic pain. After reviewing the x-rays, Dr Shetty concluded with an evidence-based determination. There was no rush as I asked my questions. Dr Shetty was respectful and listened to my concerns. He responded with empathy and was pleasant overall. I know the end of this saga will be chronic pain-free. He's exceptional as an orthopedic and pain management specialist. read more