Drove an hour and half to my appointment. Turned away because I got in at 4 16 and they said it was past 4 15. Dr doesn't seem experienced in diagnosing gaming and programming/IT related injuries. Had me get an MRI that didn't show anything. Also surgery scheduler Ariel Martinez doesn't reply to emails. read more

This is a long review, but it is worth reading. I saw Dr. Vagner for multiple procedures, and I feel I have a clear picture of his approach and outcomes. I saw Dr. Gregg Vagner for three operations: a ganglion cyst removal and two cubital tunnel decompressions (left and right elbows). Unfortunately, none of these operations led to the outcomes I hoped for. I understand that surgeries carry risks, and bad outcomes can happen. However, having three unsuccessful surgeries in a row left me questioning his skill and approach. After the cubital tunnel surgeries, I developed subflexion (dislocated ulnar nerves) in both elbows, which will now require corrective surgeries. In my opinion, this complication might have been avoided with more thorough evaluation before and care during the surgeries. I believe careful evaluation before, during, and after surgery is essential to reduce risks like this. Additionally, the ganglion cyst was not fully removed, and it eventually grew back larger than before. Post-operative care was another area where I felt let down. I expected clear guidance on recovery, minimizing scarring, and rebuilding strength. Instead, I received a single sheet of instructions with very little detail. In my view, a more better recovery plan could have led to better outcomes. After three horrible experiences, I would not trust Dr. Vagner with any future procedures. read more

Elbow injury - again :( I like the doctors in this practice and it sucks that I'm the duchess of this place (as of today). Who wants that?! What I like about Dr Vagner is that he doesn't push the temporary fix. He doesn't try to force the cortisone injection because let's face it, it's not a cure. I appreciate that. He focuses on the real fix, rest, rehab/PT, proper use of body parts, and if needed, the unmentionable. Fortunately, I have not had to have the big S for any of my ailments. Unfortunately, I know I will re-injure myself and will need to come back to see Dr Vagner, but I know he will get me well again as he has in the past. The wait to get into this place can be long if you're not a current patient, but I assure you these doctors are worth it. read more

Dr. Vagner was a referral from another Dr., actually a top Dr. in the Austin area in another field. He suggested Dr. Vagner, as one of the better hand surgeons. I went through the entire process, had to go to a specialist to get nerve testing etc, and that is a long process, and not necessarily cheap. The details were very, very good. I was provided exacts as to how the nerves were responding, he gave very good detail as to why and what the problems were. I then was scheduled for surgery, and wanted to do both hands. He suggested heavily against this, for an every day reason, ha. When using the restroom, would I have a nurse to "take care afterward" if you will, and that was a very good reason to do one at a time. I did the right hand first, and the restroom issue was still not easy for a couple weeks, ha. All of the symptoms are GONE. I can ride the SeaDoo without hands going numb. My hands don't hurt anymore. I got both done in a good time span, and they are both symptom and pain free. There are no limitations. The only complication....I had my wedding ring on for 18 years without removing, and we figured out it wouldn't come off as I was being prepped. Ugh, he had to cut it, and that hurt more than anything, it's manual, and took some time. He was patient, and I appreciated him helping, it was a bone head mistake on my part. I will also say, this is FAR less invasive than I thought. I literally could drive home. I had no cast, splint, all that stuff that you used to see. Other than pain, which I took advil for 2 days and then it only hurt if I did something dumb. (I don't take opioids for any reason, just not interested). I cannot thank him enough. read more

Dr. Vagner is very good at balancing friendly bedside manner with efficient care. He made me feel very comfortable with him personally and confident in him professionally. After my first visit with him, I encouraged my mother to come see him about her hand issues even though she lives in Houston. I rated him as 5 stars, but if this was a rating for his office staff that works out front it would be much lower. They were rude on the phone and in person. When I arrived, the two women working at the desk finished gossiping with each other before acknowledging that I was standing right in front of them. They acted as if they didn't have time to speak to me and that I had somehow wronged them by interrupting their conversation. My issue was not emergent so I even considered leaving before seeing the doctor. This is unfortunate because they don't represent or support the good work that Vagner is doing. I am glad I stayed because Dr. Vagner was so helpful, but I do not look forward to interacting with the office staff again. read more

Dr Vagner was recommended by my personal physician who is rated one of the Top Doctors in Austin. I needed immediate surgery on both hands for severe carpal tunnel and Dr Vagner's office accommodated my scheduling needs with a next day appointment. Within a week of first visiting Dr Vagner I had the surgery with only minor discomfort over a 24 hour period. Within 9 days, the stitches were out and I have seen improvement from the nerve damage. I am hopeful that within 6 to 9 months my full feeling will be restored. His staff was always friendly. He was either early for my appointment or right on time. read more

Dr. Vagner came at the recommendation of my regular doctor to see for some pain I was having in my wrist/hand. He is very nice, and so far the pain has subsided. His office is VERY busy, but the people working in the front are very pleasant. The office itself is huge, and I feel like a lab rat being led through a maze getting back to the little room where I was being examined. The only thing that was not deserving of 5 stars was that once I got back to that cold room I sat waiting for at least 15 to 20 minutes each time I went to his office before anyone came to see me. At least I had Angry Birds to keep me busy! read more

Dr. Vagner is awesome. A few weeks ago, I fell, went to Seton ER, broken wrist, cast, went to Ortho surgeon, bad bedside manner, left crying, ended up at Vagner's office, two weeks after break. He listens. He actually makes eye contact and smiles. He gently felt on my wrist, and ordered an MRI. Got that. He called me today. What? The doctor called me and not an assistant? Unheard of. He answered all my questions, was patient, and just all around nice. He is now going to be my Ortho-hand guy for when I need him. I never thought I would need one, but since I do, Vagner is super duper fantastical. read more

I saw Dr Vagner for a broken hand. Huge & crowded office. I saw him after waiting for over 25 minutes. He came in with a student doctor, looked at my hand, said he pulled up the x-rays from the ER, asked the student what had happened to me again and then had someone make a splint for my hand. I literally saw him for 5 minutes. I went online to look at the claim from my health insurance carrier to discover that he billed me over $2,000 in charges and coded them as "treatment of metacarpal." Really? I went to a different orthopedist a week later who recommended that my hand be MORE immobilized so that it would heal properly. He then took x-rays of my hand and said that due to the lack of support the splint was providing, the bone was not healing. He had his tech wrap in in plaster. This doctor actually had a plan for what happens NEXT. Seems like the doctors at Texas Ortho are running a cash cow, trying to see as many patients as possible and billing them for unneeded services. Thanks Dr Vagner. Those 5 minutes with you were priceless. Oh no, wait, actually they cost over $2,000! No wonder our health insurance system is so messed up. One star for the nice girls at the front desk. read more

I am a hand therapist who has treated Dr Vagners patients and I would highly recommend him. Great work and fast recovery time.

Dr. Vagner is awesome - great bedside manner, he makes great eye contact, smiles, is nice, and he is also a great surgeon. I would recommend going to see D.r Vagner for hand/wrist problems. I went to see another Orthopedic MD and didn't have a good experience at all compared to Dr. Vagner. read more

I am happy with the medical outcome but not happy with explanation of procedure. Never was it discussed that hardware was to be left in my body. I am not asking that my surgeon try to make me a surgeon, but the "explanation" of the procedure by Dr Vagner was similar to what I would have told my 5 yr old - despite requests for more information. Navigating the office to schedule or reschedule is a nightmare. The up front estimate of the procedure must have come from a random number generator as it missed the MOST expensive parts despite my using the terms "cash payment" and "out of pocket". read more

Dr Vagner is great! I was a patient in 2008 and had to go back last month for my hand again I was not looking forward to the visit manly because I remember his front staff WAS rude, but i have to say they've had some great changes I was pleasantly surprised. They were attentive and although they are super busy they were not rude at all. I recommend you do arrive early they have a big parking lot but I still had to drive around for 5 minutes before finding a spot. Appointments can take long so take a book or something to keep you busy but the wait is well worth it. Dr Vagner is a great doctor and now I can say so is his staff! read more

Dr Vagner, is a very kind and knowledgeable surgeon. my right wrist was badly injured during my service in the United States Marine Corps. While in the service I had two surgeries and they were completely ineffective. The VA refused to consider any treatment whatsoever. I went to see dr. Vagner, he did a few tests and determined that surgery was necessary. There was a large amount of scar tissue in that area. After the surgery I was able to feel my index finger and thumb for the first time in 15 years. Due to stupidity on my part 3 weeks after surgery I acquired an infection in my hand. Within 4 hours of contacting came through the call service I was admitted to a local hospital and had surgery. My hand and wrist are strong something I thought I would never be able to say again. He is an amazing surgeon and a wonderful human being. I would like to also mention that all the members of The Practice are very professional, courteous and helpful. I would highly recommend Dr Vagner! read more

Dr. Vagner was recommended several work colleagues (I work in the medical device industry - his practice and the clinic are well regarded) when I had a bad colles fracture during a soccer match. As for his bedside manner, he probably spent ~20 minutes with me (not counting surgery) over the course of all of my visits (exam and several post-op recovery visits). This guy is no-nonsense. He is good at what he does and he gets the job done. I had issues with my recovery, primarily because I did not read the discharge instructions which said that I should begin moving my fingers immediately. Honestly, I was too frightened to move them - and the nerve block that numbed my hand for 2 days did not help. So, one week out of surgery and I wasn't able to move fingers, I was sent to PT that day, and the PT he sent me to tried to get readings on wrist twisting (not sure the medical term). Painful. Wrist still is uncomfortable, 2 years out, but I've returned to normal activity with minor limitations. I don't expect it to be perfect, and I certainly don't blame Dr. Vagner for the discomfort. I mean, my arm was crooked and dangling when I came in (well, not really - it had been set at the hospital a few days before, but you get the idea). Only suggestion would be for them to go over discharge instructions with you prior to administering anesthetics. read more

I am no stranger to orthopedic problems, having had a hip replacement, Morton's neuroma, and trigger finger surgeries. When I developed early symptoms of basal thumb arthritis, I got poor results with doctors in my rural area, 70 miles from Austin, so I was referred to Dr. Vagner for treatment. He was the first doctor who was able to place the cortisone shot in a perfect target to stop my pain for 6-8 months at a time. Yes, he spends only the time necessary to manage my care, but if he knows I have questions, he'll sit and talk as long as needed. Of course, he doesn't waste time--neither does the staff, but they all work together like a well-oiled machine. He is quick with his assessments (and does get X-rays when needed), so it helps to have questions written down before I meet with him. In fact, he will provide so much good information about my issues that I sometimes have information overload, and wish I'd had a recorder to help me remember everything he tells me. I am currently recovering from a hematoma distraction arthroplasty surgery and am very happy with the results. I'm in my third stage of healing--early soft wrap, then a solid protective cast for 3 weeks, and now a removable splint. The splint needs adjustment (as your hand heals, the fit needs to be adjusted), but am linked with a hand therapist who will fix it tomorrow. The outpatient surgery was the FIRST good experience I've ever had with day surgeries, because his surgical team worked with me prior to surgery and personalized my needs. I am sharing my story with friends who have similar hand problems, and recommend Dr. Vagner highly. I'm very happy with the Orthopaedic Specialists of Austin staff, and Dr. Vagner in particular. (And yes, sometimes I have to wait to see the doctor, but the staff is processing LOTS of patients in a relatively small suite of offices. I think they are very efficient and courteous.) read more