North Carolina Specialty Hospital

If Dr. Viens cannot perform surgery he does not seem interested in assisting you with other options to reduce constant pain and difficulty walking. I was told to "live with the condition", it did not require surgery. I previously saw him several times for the other foot that will require surgery...

Very confident, knowledgeable, detailed, thorough and professional! I am a 47 yr old, very active female. I thought I would have to live with my ankle pain the rest of my life until I had a visit with Dr. Viens. Once he shared with me his plan, which was to reconstruct my ankle, repair the ligaments...

She includes you in your treatment options. Making decisions together to come up with the best treatment. She is caring, smart, I would definitely recommend her.

Dr. Viens recommended a procedure that did not go as intended. At a followup appointment, Dr. Viens entered the exam room and stated, "I am going to do the talking and you are going to do the listening." He was unsympathetic to the fact that I went from occasional discomfort prior to the procedure,...

Dr. Moore is the best. I went to another physician about my hip and he claimed I would need to go to Chapel Hill and have 2 doctors do my surgery because of my weight. But Dr. Moore had no problem with my weight. It never even came up in our consult. I had the surgery 2 weeks ago. There is hardly...

I've had both knees replaced by Dr. Gilbert. I am comfortable with Dr. Gilbert and his staff. I felt that Dr. Gilbert listened to my concerns before and after my surgeries. If you are having knee pain, I highly recommend Dr. Gilbert.

Terrible and still in pain. Had a Jones fx and never casted or in a boot or even P/T mentioned. These breaks are to be immobilized and he told me wear my own shoes and go about my normal activities. Even his nurse couldn't understand why my foot wasn't in a boot. He had me come in every month...

Dr. Moore always fully explains my medical situation and asks if I have further questions. He never makes me feel hurried. He is very hands-on - removing the bandage and inspecting the surgical site closely himself. He has a true concern for his patient's welfare.

I went to Dr. Takenaga for carpel tunnel surgery. He listened to me even though he had probably heard the same thing hundreds of times. He provided excellent care throughout the entire surgery and post-op. The Emerge staff at the office and the surgical clinic are excellent. I would recommend...

All of the staff were professional, positive and friendly. There was no confusion about where to be or when to be there. Not a lot of unecessary visits or long waits. Everything was quick and effective.

I am a retired Respiratory Therapist, and believe I have a background that qualifies me to review a doctor with a significant degree of professional and personal perspective. Dr. Takenaga evaluated my shoulder injury and recommended a surgical repair of a large rotator cuff tear. I found him to be...

Dr. Mitchell is caring and thorough. With rheumatoid arthritis, I cannot imagine trusting my health to another physician. She listens! I also love her infusion nurse, Joleen. They make an excellent team. If you are looking for an excellent rheumatologist, she is the one!

Wonderful doctor and great team! I had a cosmetic procedure performed (lip lift) and I couldn't be happier with the meticulous work Dr. Jelic did! He is very informative, caring and talented. Wholeheartedly recommend!

Over booked and doesn't spend enough time with patient. He refers most questions to his assistants before rushing out of the exam room. Suspect he or someone on his staff has written many of the 5 star reviews.

Dr. Merz performed a hip resurfacing and labral repair on my hip joint in 2019. After seeing 2 other orthopedic surgeons, he correctly diagnosed my problem and recommended a repair rather than replacement. I have been very satisfied with the results so far (after 4 months). He is caring, responsive,...

I would recommend Dr. Kerner to anyone needing an ankle replacement. It has been almost a year since my surgery and I am doing GREAT! He was very thorough in explaining what would take place, before and after the surgery. He is very personable and explained in terms I could understand. The whole...

I had a reverse total shoulder replacement. I could not have asked for a better surgeon than Dr. Takenaga. He took the time to explain everything answered all my questions. Simply a superb physician.

My overall visits at the office were excellent and everyone was very kind. I like that Dr. Johnson came out of her office to communicate with her staff and spoke to me before my appt. Not to mention the fact that she performed a great job on my eyes. I never realized so many things that I could not...

I struggled with left hand/finger pain for a long time. I had 2 prior surgeries, performed by another physician, that just didn't seem to work. The pain was out of control. I have RA and OA. I had a left thumb fusion, left hand tight rope procedure, and reconstruction of non traumatic tendon rupture...

Dr Moore is very knowledgeable, very experienced and very confident and no doubt very good at what he does, I just wish we could have had more time for more discussion about my knees and their condition, I guess some more “make the patient feel good time”

Dr. Johnson and her entire staff all act professionally but are also warm and caring and fun to be around. Under Dr. Johnson's care (via surgery), my cataracts were removed successfully and my vision is now 20/20. There was no pain, irritation, discomfort of any sort. I can actually drive without...

Dr. Gilbert and staff are caring and attentive. Multiple follow-ups to ensure everything was going well after surgery. Dr. Gilbert really listened, before and after knee surgery. Would highly recommend.

Dr. Moore has now replaced both knees and I look forward to resuming fun activities soon. His team is only a phone call away, and happy to answer questions that arise. His nurse, Vickie is knowledgeable and quite helpful. Heather and Renee respond to concerns immediately. Michelle is an excellent...

My experience with Dr. Johnson is superb. She is thorough and explains everything to you. She is concerned about your experiences in between appointments. I can not express enough her expertise in eye care. I was amazed at some of the things one has to do to keep your eyes health. She friendly and ...

Dr. Moore replaced both my knees in November 2017 and I must say it was a breeze due to his skill and support during the rehabilitation process. Everyone in his office is so competent and friendly. If you are contemplating knee replacement surgery, he is the physician to consult. You will be most...

Very interesting. Doc is an expert surgeon. His work is impecable. He is compassionate, empathetic, willing to share knowledge and he has a good bed side manner.

Dr Moore and his team are by far the greatest! I highly recommend them if you are looking at a total knee replacement. Dr Moore’s care and concern for his patients is beyond any doctor that I have ever had.

Dr. Gilbert replaced my hip with excellent results. I am physically active and had some concerns about living with an articifical hip. Now, two years later, the "new" hip functions perfectly. In addition to his experience with this type of surgery, Dr. Gilbert's support team (post-op, physical...

Very Bad. Staff has no respect for time and wasted more than hour of my time. I was on time for the first appointment of the day but the staff decided to take someone else ahead of me. Cancelled appointment and left after waiting for 40 minutes. Wasted my morning because of BAD staff of Dr....

She is one of the best Drs that I have seen and is very knowledgeable and professional-great bedside manner! She was a perfect diagnostician for me! I highly recommend her to anyone! Bonnie West

Dr. Viens was not only highly skilled and confident, he was always friendly and took time to answer my questions. I had many broken bones in my ankle, yet he was always optimistic about my outcome, and he delivered. My PT, Diana Frank, with the same practice, was also wonderful. I can recommend both...

Dr. Rutherford's bedside manner is exceptional. Seemed truly concerned with my issues. Explained everything thiroughly and on my level. Highly recommend.

Dr. Johnson and her staff are amazing professionals—warm, caring, personable, knowledgeable and efficient. The wait time was never too long. I couldn't be more happy with the care I received. The results are fantastic—my vision has drastically improved!

Had both my knees replaced by Dr Gilbert, I would recommend him without hesitation. Having worked in Infection Control for many years, keeping stats on orthopaedic surgeries, I had a lot of trust in his abilities.

Being new to the area; I had to look for all new doctors. I try to find doctors in the same city in which I live if possible. I found Dr. Johnson and i'm so glad I did. I have extremely dry eyes and she has really helped. I now have a protocol that I follow and it has made a big difference. ...

I was having soooo much pain in my hip before surgery that dr. moore moved my surgery up 1 week sooo very thankful to him would like to also say how much I was in love with the loop felt like his office was in my home the office staff very helpful and attentive

I’m seeing Dr. Johnson for dry eye. She is professional and friendly, well-informed and caring. The eye exam was thorough. I felt that I was in the hands of an expert. By following the simple steps she explained to me, my symptoms have disappeared. I recommend her highly.

I was NOT looking forward to my visit to the ophthalmologist. However, after my first visit to Dr. Johnson, I looked forward to going to the eye doctor! Dr. Johnson is very thorough in her work, very personable and reassuring in her demeanor. The staff is very welcoming and warm.I appreciated that...

He was very helpful in diagnosing my problem and suggesting a simple solution. He spent plenty of time explaining my options. It was a pleasant visit.

Dr. Aldridge performed surgery for my Dupuytrens on my 71 yr old pinkie Dec 4. Now it is less than 3 months later and my finger is pain-free and and has more than than predicted range and mobility. And, amazingly, I have been virtually pain-free since 2 days after the surgery with Advil when needed...

I am a 60-year-old semi-pro musician (keyboard player) who has entrusted my left hand to Dr. Aldridge in 2011 and 2019 for Dupuytren’s contracture. Both times, Dr. Aldridge thoroughly reviewed the treatment options, gave his recommendation (surgery, in my case), and skillfully treated my hand. His...

Dr. Gilbert replaced both of my knees 5 years apart. I have no complaints on either. I chose Dr. Gilbert because of his belief in and reputation for least invasive surgery and quickest recovery time. He proved true to his word. In both cases, I was up and moving from day 1 and by 6 weeks, I was...

An excellent experience with Dr. Silver. I had a massive rotator cuff tear. He operated to make the repair. The surgery has been totally successful. He is easy to talk to, answers all questions and was always on-time with my appointments. His PA, Alex, was also very personable and helpful. ...

She did my laser eye surgery and treating me for dry eyes. Dr Johnson is the best eye Doctor I have ever seen. I have been going to eye doctors for 65 years.

I would gladly recommend Dr Gilbert to anyone because with my belief in God I knew he was the one that would make a difference in my life, Thank you Dr. Gilbert I am glade to be a spokesperson for you Mary Williams

I just had double knee replacement surgery 12 days ago and I feel fantastic! I am able to do much more at this point than I was able to do before surgery! Feel like a new person! Thank you Dr. MOORE!

Dr Zenn treated me after my breast cancer surgery & followed me until 2 yrs ago when he left Duke. Nurse JoAnn is great too! Still miss them & their encouragement throughout my treatment! Great team!!

Dr. Gilbert and his staff are well organized, compassionate and professional. Surgery was only performed as a last resort when physical therapy and exercise alone brought limited results. Recovery has been astonishingly swift and uncomplicated.

Excellent experience from beginning to end. Dr Jelic was patient and made sure I understood all of my options. The other staff was also great and very professional the entire time. I was nervous about my procedure, but looking back I could not imagine it going any smoother.

Dr John Moore is an EXCELLENT Orthopaedic Surgeon! I sought him after witnessing a friend have both knees replaced, experience no complications and resume playing tennis. I had my first knee replacement in August 2018 and the right knee replacement done in February 2019. Care for both have been...