Richard S.
Thanks Doctor Zwahlen, The photo shows Mount Lassen over my shoulder, taken from the peak of Brokeoff Mountain. The trail to get to where I am sitting is 7.4 miles, round trip, with an elevation gain of 2,600 feet. (And then, of course, you have to come down again.) The peak itself is 9,235 feet. On the day I hiked there, the weather was clear and wonderful, but the snow on the ground ranged from ankle deep to past my knees. I had absolutely no trouble with my knee on the day of the … [Read more...]
N. Shoehalter
Dr. Zwahlen, this is a fan letter. We never heard tell of a surgeon who advises against surgery, till we met you, that is. Seriously, we were both impressed with your cautious approach to Nathan’s “bone on bone” hip condition; recommending Celebrex instead of hip replacement. From the first pill, he has been completely pain free, still walking 2 miles several days a week now and minus the aches when lying in bed. Piggybacking on his success, I was prescribed Celebrex by my primary doctor and the … [Read more...]
Karen N.
I can highly recommend Dr. C.R. Strotz. Granted, my experience with him was for internal fractures and two torn ligaments in my knee, not ankle, after an accident, but I would imagine he does ankles very well too. He has truly deep experience, is very patient, knowledgeable, gentle, and willing to explain. He can help you evaluate options, and has the solid and effective reputation that caring for the Cal Bears’ injuries for years brings (being female and not a huge sports person, I still felt … [Read more...]
Coach Randy B.
I have the utmost respect for Dr. Zwahlen and Dr. Roghair. I really feel they are working to achieve excellence. They are not just incredibly talented and skilled physicians; I know that they care and wanted the very best for the their patients. Now I am looking forward to again riding a bike, which I haven’t been able to do for years. I want to thank you for the way you have been handling my broken fibula. Although this routine fracture must be a ho-hum issue for a surgeon, Dr. Zwahlen, you … [Read more...]
Jacobson
Dr . Roghair, thank you so much for draining Paul’s knee. He said it is doing great and he is back at playing baseball for the Walnut Creek Crawdads. We are scheduled to follow up with an orthopedist when he gets home. The weather here in South Dakota is very humid-Ca. Weather is much nicer. Thank you again for helping Paul. — Jacobson … [Read more...]
Lynn M.
Dr. Zwahlen, I cannot thank you all enough for your great care and help! We are sending photos of our trip. Thank you so much for this wonderful knee brace which got me up there into this gorgeous country. — Lynn M. … [Read more...]
Shari G.
I just want to thank you all again, you especially Dr. Eppley, for taking such good care of me last fall... Thank the Lord for the BEST Orthopedic Surgeons in California... love you guys!! —Shari G. … [Read more...]
Chuck S.
I had a big tear in my left rotator cuff. This is a big deal as I am 52 years old and do not heal like a young person. Dr. Eppley repaired the tear. This was preferable to a shoulder replacement. The group organization worked very well and the coordination with PT after surgery is superb. I recommend this group and Dr. Eppley. You are on an island of broken toys after an injury. The California Sports and Orthopaedic Institute can fix you! -Chuck S. … [Read more...]
Fred S.
Excellent surgery and treatment. I feel much better than expected. Alta Bates was also terrific. Thanks, Dr. Eppley and Staff! -Fred S. … [Read more...]
Cheryl N.
Dr. Zwahlen provided me with an excellent hemi-hip when I fell 7/7/13, broke the head of my left femur and was lucky enough to get him, on-call, to operate on me on 7/8. On 10/21 he operated on my left knee, fixing both the lateral and medial menisci, injured in the 7/7 fall. Both surgeries are very successful and Dr. Zwahlen has been supportive, informative and wonderful to deal with. The office staff are all competent, helpful and seem genuinely pleased to work in this office. Thank you … [Read more...]