“It gave me my life back. Who wants to walk around in pain? Before the surgery, I couldn’t stand for more than three or four minutes because of the pain in my knees. Now I can walk without pain. … I knew the surgery would be good, given the backgrounds of Dr. McGrath...
Patient Success Story
Back to Work Pain Free
“I cannot give enough praise for the total package service this whole team gave me throughout my appointments, surgery, follow-ups and physical therapy. The communication and service were 5 stars. I truly appreciate this whole professional team. UBMD Orthopaedics...
UBMD Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Helped Laurie Kearney Get Back on Her Feet After a Life-Altering Accident
“Oh my gosh, I am 200% improved [after my knee replacement surgery]! I have my legs back, like when I was 35. I know I can’t do everything I used to, but I’m not far from it at all.” Now a 62-year-old bus driver for her former school district, Laurie Kearney was quite...
I No Longer Have Any Knee Pain
“Dr. Rachala is not only very professional but also very kind and personal. He remembers my parents, whom he has cared for, and my husband, and always asks about them. Lyn, his PA, is also amazing. She is kind, very gentle and professional. I do not feel like a number...
Dave O’Neill Is Now Able to Sleep & Enjoy an Active Lifestyle Without Shoulder Pain
“The best part was that one week after surgery, it felt better than it had prior to surgery. I am now sleeping a full night, at least seven hours. When I bike ride, I don’t have any shoulder pain anymore. I have not played volleyball yet, but I anticipate it will be...
Retired Physician Executive Regains Mobility & Arm Use After Long-Awaited Shoulder Replacement Surgery
“I wanted to know who was the best, and I found him… Not only is Dr. DiPaola competent and an expert, but he is also confident. You know you are in good hands. He’s really a great doctor, and I actually have fun when I go. He’s just a very kind, friendly and fun...
Thanks to UBMD Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, Kari Church can once again revel in playing softball!
At 25 years of age, Kari Church is currently an assistant teacher at a preschool/daycare facility and very much enjoys hunting, bowling and four wheeling in her spare time. But above all, she loves playing softball. “I’ve played since I was in kindergarten,” asserts...