All Testimonials

Before coming to UOA I was treated at 2 other facilities unsuccessfully. I was then referred to UOA, specifically to Dino Pinciotti., PT, the director of the PT department. I gave him a complete history of what was going on and the treatment I had received. He said he was sure he could help me and he did. I told my P.A. at Pain Management to send other people without hesitation.

I wanted to take the time to write this testimonial because I felt it was the very least I could do to thank Dr. Kayiaros and his PA, Lauren Stull, for all they did for me! I will be forever grateful to them for giving me my mobility back. In early October 2017, I had the anterior approach left hip replacement surgery.

Five years earlier, I had the posterior approach on my right hip by a different doctor (now retired) and what a difference in my pain level, my recovery and my immediate mobility because of the anterior approach and Dr. K’s skill.

I would suggest the anterior approach to anyone for whom it’s viable! I was discharged from the hospital the next day after the surgery and was a little tentative but I was able to walk to my bedroom, that night, to the second floor! In home P.T. started the following day and lasted two weeks until outpatient PT. Even still, I was able to get around in my home very well and the pain was very tolerable. I do have a high tolerance for pain but this was SO much less pain than with the posterior approach.

From the moment, my wife and I went to UOA, we really loved it. You will notice a huge difference like we did. The entire process of paperwork, scheduling of appointments, pre-surgery paperwork, the surgery, etc., is managed SO well. It’s really unlike any other doctor’s office I’ve been to. Of course, having surgery and preparing for it, can be very stressful. UOA took that stress away.

In addition, we had a few questions prior to the surgery and ALWAYS received a prompt call back from Dr. K’s efficient PAA (who’s name escapes me right now but she was wonderful too). This office is a well-oiled machine!!

It is now three months past my surgery and I couldn’t be more pleased with the outcome. I am so glad that I found such a wonderful surgeon to relief all the pain I was suffering with. I’m back to being out and about and able to enjoy life and walking without pain any more.

Lauren was also very compassionate and kind. She gives you all the time needed to ask/answer questions and you don’t feel rushed in any way while in their offices.

I am so pleased with my outcome and it’s my pleasure to recommend and suggest that you contact Dr. Kayiaros’ office if needed!!

My experience with UOA was positive from its inception to completion. The expertise and care I received from Dr. Harwood and Robert Wood began my journey toward good health. Dino Pinciotti with his knowledge, care and patience left me with a quality of life I had not experienced in many years. Each day my functioning improves. Kudos to the therapy center. Thank you all.

I went cross country skiing today. It was bitter cold, but the cold temperature was an advantage as the snow tends to stick to the skis and make gliding difficult when the weather is milder. The canal tow path in the Princeton area is an excellent cross country ski venue for the few days a year when there is good snow cover. But today was the first time I have been on my skis in several years. I am excited to be out on the skis again, and I have Dave Harwood to thank.

For several years, I was cutting back on physical activity because of chronic knee issues. First I gave up squash, then after an aggravating touch football injury I had to give up almost everything else. I could barely walk. So I admitted to Dave that it was time to act, and in April of 2016 I had a partial knee replacement on my right knee, followed by a full replacement of left knee at the end of August. After the first surgery, even with the other knee still problematic, I was walking in a couple of days, working from home for less than a week, and I was biking to work (about 5 miles) within a month. During rehab, I made an effort work both legs (I referred to the process as pre-hab) so that I would be OK for the second surgery.

The second surgery (full replacement) took a bit more recuperation, but I was still walking within about 3 days, and was biking to work within about six weeks. I am told by multiple sources that full recovery takes six months to a year. My experience is that I was back to my pre-surgery self within about six weeks after the second surgery, and then I started to get pieces of my life back: biking to work, tennis, platform tennis, then longer bike rides. For me the milestone that marked full recovery was a the Covered Bridges Bike Ride in Bucks County in October of 2017. I did the hilly 32 mile course, and the knees were not an issue at any point during the ride.

No one wants to have surgery. But I can say that the team at University Orthopedics and Robert Wood Johnson made the experience as easy and painless as possible. Dr. Harwood uses an implanted catheter to administer a local anesthetic after surgery, so I largely avoided using any other prescription pain killers. This did require two or three nights in the hospital, but once I was discharged I was mobile. The staff at RWJ provided excellent care, and managed to be attentive without being intrusive.

I will add that anyone considering surgery also needs to be prepared for physical therapy. Between the two surgeries, I was going two or three times a week for almost a year. The surgeon can make the miracle of recovery possible, but the therapists (if you work with them) make it inevitable.

I cannot say the new knees are perfect. They ache occasionally, and are sore after a lengthy platform tennis session. But then again so are my hips, ankles and other joints. The bottom line is that I am back to doing the various forms of physical activity that I enjoy. I am again optimistic about extensive travel when I retire in a couple of years. Many days, I do not think about my knees, at least not as a limitation on my life. When I do think about them, I am grateful to the staff at University Orthopedics for my ability to walk, bike, and cross country ski.

Never having had physical therapy before, I didn’t know what to expect. My first reaction was of the cleanliness of the facility and then of the professionalism of the staff. It was a rewarding experience and I would high recommend UOA to all!

The physical therapy treatments for my left knee that I received at UOA, under the professional care of my therapist, Dino Pinciotti, brought about a quick end to the pain I was experiencing and progressed to strengthening not only my left knee, but my entire core. As a result, my quality of life improved exponentially. UOA has all the right P.T. equipment, but more importantly, they have caring individuals like Dino that took a personal interest on my recovery.

I started physical therapy with Dino on September 13th (2 weeks after my shoulder surgery), he took time to take initial measurements and explain to my wife and I the course of the treatment. During the last four months Dino gradually increase the intensity and pressure on my treatments which enabled me to recover faster than expected, enabling me to resume playing Pickleball in three months and golf in less than four months. I have had physical therapy in other facilities for previous surgeries and this was the best PT experience I have had. Here, I received more personal care from the therapist than other facilities that send you on your own or to a trainee for most of the session.

My experience with Dino and Center for Rehabilitation & Sports Excellence was EXCELLENT, and afforded me great care and coordinated communication with the therapist and doctor and would continue to recommend to everyone.

Dino was a wonderful therapist. He had patience and compassion with a sense of humor. I was so pleased with my progress. He pushed me to do things I didn’t think I could do. I see a big improvement in my movement because of him.

I received therapy for lower back pain. I was very pleased with the services I received from Dean and his assistant Billy. The care I received was excellent and provided in a professional, respectful and caring manner. I felt Dean listened to my concerns and provided clear answers to my questions. His instructions were easy to understand.

Dear Dr. Gatt – You performed two surgeries on my daughter Stephanie Stojanovski when she was 13 years old for floating kneecaps.  Stephanie is now 18 and a Freshman in College and attends Fairleigh Dickinson University in Florham Park.  She is playing college soccer for FDU, and is on their starting line up as a center midfielder.  Just this past weekend she scored her first college goal and I wanted to share it with you to THANK YOU again for the surgeries and great care!   Stephanie always remembers how you were very supportive and encouraging during both surgeries and it really helped her to get through it and recover. 
  
Ever since she has been able to kick a soccer ball she’s been dreaming of being able to play in College and it’s moments like these that she has worked hard for.
  
THANK YOU AGAIN!