TOA Testimonials

It's been seven weeks now since I had total knee replacement surgery. To say I am VERY PLEASED with the results is a gross understatement. Ecstatic is more like it. Dr. Timothy Steinagle performed the surgery. He did an outstanding job (as did the people supporting him). If I had to do it all over again, he positively would be my first choice for the job. Truly my only choice. If he wasn't available, I would wait. Dr. Steinagle performed the surgery robotically. Absolutely the way to go. My new knee looks (post-op x-rays) and feels like a perfect fit. Last week was my final week of physical therapy. I've still got a ways to go with the exercises, etc., etc., but I've been ahead of the curve on everything and fully expect it stay that way. THANK YOU, DR. STEINAGLE!!!

In March of 2025, my wife required surgery. Dr. Glenn was kind, diligent and loyal in the care of her. He immediately gained our trust and proceeded with utmost integrity. Dr. Glenn exemplifies the highest ideals of the medical profession. My family are eternally grateful for his service.

This person, Dr. Robert Lowe, through his training and gift of orthopedic surgery, took my severely broken-down and twisted spinal column and brought me back to a functioning existence. I thank God. Literally , I thank God for the experience of Dr. Lowe's care, expertise and integrity.

I had a Spinal injection last week with Dr. Bowman and I just want to say what a caring, amazing, wonderful physician he is. He has the best team, the best Nurses, techs, his scheduler Christina, and the whole team took great care of me treated me like a human and I could tell they wanted to make my experience as pain-free as possible. Thank you so much. Highly recommend this amazing group of doctors and nurses.

I cannot say enough great things about my care from Dr. Burton and the ambulatory surgery center. They went above and beyond to provide exceptional care during my knee replacement surgery. I will definitely refer friends and family to him.

Dr. Koch is a wizard. I had a 15 year old RC tear that I finally blew out completely. My arm would just hang most days. He not only fixed my RC, but I was throwing baseballs at five months and back on the softball field in under seven months. I could not be happier.

I was referred to Dr. Carpenter by another Orthopedic doctor because the damage to my right knee was beyond his expertise. I was a little apprehensive at first, but doctor Carpenter won my trust over almost immediately by his warm and caring personality. I underwent a full knee replacement surgery on February 18th and by the 2nd week I was already walking without the assistance of a walker. It's now week 4 and I'm doing yard work and my regular household duties pain free!!! I was barley able to walk for two years without feeling excruciating pain and now I am again, pain free! Dr. Carpenter is an excellent doctor who is truly gifted in Orthopedic surgery! He gave me my life back! I can now join my daughter on some of her hikes and see the beautiful Tennessee water falls! I no longer have to make excuses when I'm invited somewhere because I was to embarrassed to make people wait for me because of the pain I used to be in that made it hard for me to walk. Doctor Carpenter gave me back my life and I'm so thankful that he is my doctor!

I have been having symptoms of tingling, numbness, and pain in both wrist and hands for many years. I have worked physically demanding jobs and played several sports over my 63 years and just figured that was life. My younger brother suggested to see Dr. Brown, at TOA, as he had seen her for similar symptoms. I made the appointment a couple of years ago initially and I was very pleased with the initial meeting with her! She was very thorough and explained everything fully! She stated that I had carpal tunnel in both wrist and trigger finger with several fingers. She gave me the options of wearing braces, cortisone injections, and surgery….while explaining each. We decided to opt for the injections in the worse locations, as 3 injections at each visit was the maximum amount of medication that was allowed. The injections were administered with a diabetic syringe and needle, as they are tiny and just under the skin. No pain whatsoever from the injection or the medication at all! She offers the aerosol freeze spray initially, but after a few visits I opted out of the spray . Bless her heart, she continuously asks if all is well during each injection. She is very caring, very explanatory, and a truly wonderful angel for a Doctor. I recommend Dr. S.R. Brown for anyone having trouble with their arms, wrists or hands! 

Dr. Greenberg and his entire staff, all the way to the receptionist, were great. Everyone that had anything to do with my procedure knew what their job was and explained to me what and why they were doing whatever it was they were doing. Whenever they finished doing their part of the procedure they would ask me if I had any questions or concerns. In my opinion everyone there was a professional with a great bedside manner. I would like to thank Dr. Robert Greenberg and his entire staff for doing an outstanding job. The whole staff turned a bad surgical experience into an enjoyable experience. I would highly recommend Dr. Greenberg and his staff to anyone and everyone who has a need for any orthopedic surgery.

Dr. Petty is the best doctor I have ever encountered. I have had issues with both knees, hips and disc in my back. I first met him in 2009 when I got ran over by a forklift at my work. He was great. I was scared to death, but he kept me calm. Gave me all the information I needed and was just a wonderful professional. I can not sing his praises enough. I will never go to another doctor. I am a patient for life. Thank you for all you have done for me- which has been a lot. He will be the best thing that will ever happen to you.

I have been a patient of Dr. Dyer's for around 15 years. Four joint surgeries, two of which were total knee replacements. The last was January 2025. I cannot imagine there is a better orthopedic surgeon in Nashville or the state of Tennessee for that matter. I have always felt extremely comfortable with Dr. Dyer and have received excellent care both before my surgeries and after. I highly recommend Dr. Dyer to anyone who needs orthopedic care.

I rate Dr. Barrett a resounding 5. It has been three years since Dr. Barrett replaced my knee and I like to tell people that that new knee is the only part of my body that doesn't hurt. No limitations at all in my normal daily activities no limp, no cane, no pain. I am 89 years old now and glad I had the surgery.