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"Dr. Paulos was honest and caring.."
Andrews Orthopaedics Comment Card

When my right knee was hurting I went to the Andrews Institute, and saw Dr. Lonnie Paulos a specialist. Dr. Paulos was honest and caring about my situation and after exploring all other options, I had knee surgery. I want to sincerely "Thank" Dr. Lonnie Paulos and staff for their professionalism.

Jeff Van Camp Sr.,
Deputy Sheriff with the Escambia County Sheriff's Office,
aka "Lord Humongous" Professional Wrestler

"Thank you Dr. Hackel!"
Andrews Orthopaedics Comment Card

Thank you for the most pleasant visit to the doctor I have ever made- courteous, efficient, and organized. My ankle feels better already!

Betty Jones

"Dr. O'Grady Rocks!"
Andrews Orthopaedics Comment Card

Everyone here is fabulous!  Dr. O'Grady Rocks!

Beverly Brown

"Dr. Callahan was first rate."
Andrews Institute Surgery Center Patient Satisfaction Survey

The nursing staff was exceptional! They really made me feel at ease with the whole procedure. Very personal and comforting. Dr. Callahan was also first rate and has a great sense of humor!

Sarah Schopbach
October 6, 2008

"I very much appreciate how helpful and sincere you and your staff were."
Personal card received by the Andrews Orthopaedics staff

I just wanted to drop you a note and say THANK YOU for helping me with my shoulder. Both Linda and I very much appreciate how helpful and sincere you and your staff were during my surgery. Most of all I am happy to have my shoulder working. It has been just over a year since my surgery and I am still amazed how much better my shoulder works than the past decade. I hope all is well in Florida.

Sincerely,
Ryan Irlmeier

Dr. Barry Callahan "We could not have had a more wonderful experience."
Andrews Institute Surgery Center Patient Satisfaction Survey

We could not have had a more wonderful experience. The staff was knowledgeable and friendly. The facility is beautiful and relaxing.

Kim R. Owens

"I thank all who cared for me for doing such a great job!"
Personal card received by the Andrews Orthopaedics staff

Dr Lonnie Paulos performed rotator cuff surgery on my right shoulder in early January. I have been so impressed with every aspect of my visits, surgery and care while in the care of the Andrews Institute of Gulf Breeze. I was treated with respect and dignity by friendly professionals at every step of the way. Dr. Paulos was very thorough and spent time going over all the details prior to as well as after surgery. I would recommend Dr. Paulos and the Andrews Institute to anyone. I believe that this is where I was meant to have my surgery even though it is 1,500 miles from home. My recovery has gone very smoothly and I thank all who cared for me for doing such a great job!

Thank you and God Bless you all!

Patty Brand

"Everyone was so efficient and at the same time so caring..."
Personal letter received by the Andrews Orthopaedics staff

The Andrews Institute is the most impressive medical facility I've ever seen. Everyone we came into contact with was courteous, friendly, prompt, and professional. I want to mention a young lady named Candace who initially contacted us and with whom we spoke to on the phone several times. She was so helpful with her instructions and her friendly and professional manner really put me at ease. I was very anxious because we were traveling over 500 miles and we were not sure if my son would require surgery or not. Candace helped relieve much of that stress we were feeling.

Once we arrived, everything was precisely organized and everyone was so unbelievably nice. We were amazed at how much time Dr. Hackel and Dr. Andrews spent with us before and after surgery. And then they both called my son after we got home to Tennessee to check on him and see if he had any questions. Both told him to call if he had any questions in the future.

Everything and everyone was so efficient and at the same time so caring and willing to give their time. Words cannot adequately express how impressed my son and I were with the entire experience. The Andrews Institute is a truly wonderful facility. Thank you so much.

Steve Book
Father in Tennessee

"The attention to details was outstanding. "
Andrews Institute Surgery Center Patient Satisfaction Survey

The staff has the patient's satisfaction as number one on their list. The telephone calls as follow ups were appreciated. Having the surgeon (Dr. Ostrander) call and ask if I had any problems or questions, past surgery, was a wonderful personal touch. Andrews is an asset to our community.

Thank You,
Susan Simco

"Dr. Paulos is an excellent surgeon and I would whole-heartedly recommend him.."
Personal letter received by the Andrews Orthopaedics staff

I want to thank Dr. Paulos and his staff at the Andrews Institute for taking such great care of me and taking the pain out of everyday life. Dr. Paulos is an excellent surgeon and I would whole-heartedly recommend him to anyone experiencing knee pain. Nearly a year ago he performed a derotational osteotomy on my right knee. The surgery went well and though the recovery was painful they were there for me every step of the way. I am now enjoying outdoor life again, hiking and bike riding with my family. The service and care at the Andrews Institute in Gulf Breeze is outstanding. From the courteous and professional staff to the top-quality equipment and facilities, on a scale from one through ten, I give them a huge ten.

Tammie N.

"I have never been treated better!"
Andrews Institute Surgery Center Patient Satisfaction Survey

Thank you Dr. Ostrander and Staff for your courtesy and professionalism. I have never been treated better! Everyone I came in contact with was compassionate and eager to assist. Your services could not be better.

Bruce Bond

"Dr. O'Grady is deserving of his patient's total trust!"
Personal email received by the Andrews Orthopaedics staff

Dr. Christopher O'Grady performed my total hip replacement on January 31st, 2005. The procedure went smoothly and without complication. My recovery progressed faster than ever anticipated. To have eliminated on going pain associated with degeneration and have my active lifestyle restored is truly wonderful! During the past three years, my new hip has been put to the test!!!

I feel very fortunate to have had such an outstanding physician as Dr. O'Grady perform my surgery. He is not only very meticulous in his work but a wonderful person as well. Having experienced the implantation of a prosthesis, can appreciate the importance of each. I am beginning to experience problems with my other hip and can only hope I will have the same quality of care when the time comes to seek medical attention for it.

Dr. O'Grady is deserving of his patient's total trust!

Thank You,

Jennifer S. Dickerson
Mobile, AL

"You will certainly feel better and younger than your age!!"
Personal email received by the Andrews Orthopaedics staff

To Whom It May Concern:

It can be tough getting old. First there was a scary diagnosis of prostate cancer in 2002 which I have overcome, then followed by a series of new aches and pains in my hips, shoulders, and knees... all of which I went to various doctors in Milton and Pensacola to see about. My main concern was that whenever I did anything for a half hour or more... sit, stand or even lay down... I tended to cramp up and experienced moderate to severe shooting pains between my ankles and hips. [...] It began to affect my entire lifestyle and all of my activities in a negative way.

[...] My daughter Mary, a Baptist Hospital employee, told me about the Andrews Clinic in Gulf Breeze and after a short discussion, she set me up with an appointment to see Dr. Hackel. It was a pleasant experience all around... beautiful surroundings, an easy going, competent, friendly, helpful staff and a total positive outlook for success without radical surgery.

[...] I have learned that I can still do anything I used to do, but now I must do them in common sense moderation.

I would highly recommend the Andrews Clinic and my Dr. Hackel to anyone battling the common aches and pains of old age. They may never make you feel like you're 21 again but you will certainly feel better and younger than your age!!!

Frederick D. Baillie
AGCM USN ret in Milton, FL

"What a Fantastic Team!"
Andrews Orthopaedics Comment Card

What a fantastic team!  Dr. O'Grady is the "Best", however behind, no, beside every fantastic doctor is a fantastic office.  Best wishes to everyone on Dr. O'Grady's team!!

Carol Cays

"I had one of the best doctors this world has to offer."
Baptist Hospital Patient Survey Form

I had one of the best doctors this world has to offer.  Dr. Ostrander rates at the top of my list. He listens to a patient and is so very professional. He follows up after surgery in a superior manner!

Sarah Bullock-Parker

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