Patient Stories
Joan Starkman Oceanside, NY
I've always been active and limber. When I wasn't able to tie my shoe laces, or for that matter, put on my shoes comfortably, I knew I was in trouble.
Larraine Fiore Staten Island, NY
After 2 years of excruciating pain, missed diagnoses of spinal stenosis and sciatica, orthopedics, chiropractors, 6 epidural shots with NO...
Brenda Sorrels Dallas, TX
I got back in the game by choosing one of the most highly skilled surgeons in the country, Dr. Friedrich Boettner, at Hospital for Special Surgery.
Tipawan Hotraphinyo Lewisville, TX
The arthritis on my left hip progressed at an alarming rate that I could hardly walk. I was in pain, tried the pain medication, and joint injection.
Frank DiMaio New York, NY
My name is Frank DiMaio. I am now 65 years old and I would like to tell you the story of how I got "Back in the Game".
Howard Hansen Tomkins Cove, NY
I have had both my hips replaced with two separate surgeries at HSS. Both times, from the first time you walk in until you get discharged...
Roni Chastain Glen Cove, NY
Dr. Boettner was referred to me and I had a great experience! I took pain meds on a daily basis before the surgery.
R. Daniel Prentiss Newport, RI
Dr. Friedrich Boettner performed a total left knee replacement on me at HSS in October 2007 with outstanding success.
Lauretta Dorazio Old Orchard Beach, ME
So glad I chose Dr. Boettner and HSS for my total knee replacement. An avid skier, usually 60+ days on the snow each season...
