Patient Reviews

Thank you for choosing Desert Orthopaedic Center for your care. We take pride in helping our patients overcome injuries, relieve pain, and return to active, healthy lifestyles.

In this section, you can read stories from patients we’ve treated about their experiences and recoveries under our care.

Read what our patients are saying about Desert Orthopaedic Center.

You can also read what our patients are saying about Desert Orthopaedic Center by visiting our doctor profiles.

Average Patient Rating

Verified Patient Rating: 4.9

(650) Patient Reviews and Ratings

“Before I had back surgery. I was not able to do anything, walking, standing, etc. I relied on walker, wheelchair, scooter and cane. I had no life! I Was in constant pain. Now I am able to do anything I want and pain free.”
– Rita W.
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Treating Doctor: Daniel D. Lee, M.D.
“Provided great service to me.”
– Barbara A.
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Treating Doctor: Parminder S. Kang, M.D.
“Dr. Raissi provided a clear diagnosis of my injury and gave me the options for treatment. I opted to have surgery to repair a split tendon in my ankle and Dr. Raissi and his staff were compassionate, professional and competent. I was able to quickly get the surgery scheduled and I am now on the road to full recovery. ”
– Tracey C.
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Treating Doctor: Abdi Raissi, M.D.
“Dr. Huff is a kind, compassionate and competent surgeon. He has been extremely supportive to me through my hip fracture healing process. Having recently being diagnosed with breast cancer and deciding on treatment options, I was able to discuss my concerns on how treatment may or may not affect the continuing healing process with Dr. Huff. He took time to discuss my situation and offer his expert opinion, and did so in such a compassionate way. My hip fracture is healing well and I attribute that to the surgical expertise and care that I have received from Dr. Huff and his team.”
– Eileen C.
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Treating Doctor: Lawrence R. Huff, M.D.
“I am so impressed with Dr. Perry. He is knowledgeable, efficient, and caring. I'm not sure if I need more surgery, other major health issues have unfortunately taken precedence. But if I do, there's nowhere else I'd want to be seen. Am forever grateful.”
– Gaylene M.
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Treating Doctor: Archie C. Perry, Jr., M.D.
“Dr. Perry described what he was going to do and the hopeful outcome. He was very professional and easy to talk to.”
– Wayne C.
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Treating Doctor: Archie C. Perry, Jr., M.D.
“On time and caring physician and staff. I highly recommend Desert Orthopaedics to all my friends.”
– Patricia C.
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Treating Doctor: Thomas Dunn, M.D.
“Dr. Miao was amazing! I'm very happy with the results of my surgery!!! During pre op he said I have a 65% change of full recovery. Today I have full range of motion, no pain and regained almost all my strength.”
– Todd M.
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Treating Doctor: Michael Miao, M.D.
“Dr. Miao was amazing! I'm very happy with the results of my surgery!!!”
– Todd M.
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Treating Doctor: Michael Miao, M.D.
“I have been seeing Dr. Watson 4 years. The treatments i received has been awesome. My left foot feels so much better. His team is awesome!”
– Michell P.
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Treating Doctor: Troy S. Watson, M.D.
“Dr. Huff took over my care and turned not so positive results to positive. Dr. Huff provided explanation and treatment plans to progress the healing process. After my first visit with Dr. Huff, I felt confident that my care and treatment would be positive and they have been. I thank him his care.”
– Maureen A.
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Treating Doctor: Lawrence R. Huff, M.D.
“Dr. Watson and Dr. Michelle Lee provided a very considerate and thorough examination and diagnosis. THANKS for everything.”
– William G.
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Treating Doctor: Troy S. Watson, M.D.
“I trust what Dr. Tingey tells me. Even though he is a surgeon, surgery is not his first option & I respect that. He seems to generally care about what is best for me. He came highly recommended to me by several people.”
– Sarah T.
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Treating Doctor: Craig T. Tingey, M.D.
“Dr. Fontes is great! He did a partial medial knee replacement on my right knee. Day of surgery! I walked in to the hospital at 7AM, wheeled in to surgery at 9AM, into recovery at 11AM and was home at 3:30PM. Several months of rehab and recovery but I'm now finally feeling back to normal.”
– Joseph C.
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Treating Doctor: Roger A. Fontes, M.D.
“I feel the operation went well. The recovery period was about 3 months. The care provided at Centennial was excellent. The physical rehabilitation provided at Desert Orthopaedic was very good. Followup by Dr. Tingey was timely.”
– Steven C.
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Treating Doctor: Craig T. Tingey, M.D.
“Dr. Tingey was the best!”
– Scott E.
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Treating Doctor: Craig T. Tingey, M.D.
“Had total hip replacement - couldn't have gone any better. All of my pain was prior to surgery. ”
– Brenda C.
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Treating Doctor: Parminder S. Kang, M.D.
“Knowledgeable, concerned, listened to me. I felt comfortable in his care and will return.”
– Denise W.
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Treating Doctor: Daniel D. Lee, M.D.
“Dr.Bassewitz performed my spinal fusion. He is very professional and has great rapport with people. ”
– Elizabeth W.
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Treating Doctor: Hugh L. Bassewitz, M.D.
“Dr. Bassewitz performed a fusion surgery on my lower back that has so far made my life 100% better. I was in serious pain for over 30 years, managed it as best I could with core exercises, chiropractic, stretching, ice...you name it: everything but pain meds. When I could not take it any more, at my chiropractor's urging, I researched local orthopedic surgeons and found that Dr. Bassewitz was highly rated. The relief since recovering from that surgery was nothing I could have hoped for. Got my life back! Thank you Dr. Bassewitz. You and your team are the best.”
– Michelle A.
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Treating Doctor: Hugh L. Bassewitz, M.D.
“Dr. Miao took the time to explain my surgery and give me confidence. He is a very kind person. I love how he, Dr Dunn, the Physical Therapy team and Dr. Kim all seem to look at my outcome in a holistic way, as in the entire body. ”
– Donna S.
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Treating Doctor: Michael Miao, M.D.
“Very personable-friendly; outgoing. I feel welcome and not like I'm being rushed in and out. He also treated my (now college-age) daughter awhile back and constantly asks about her. Remembers her well. Accessible-I can reach him through his staff and they respond back almost immediately Highly skilled Patient--takes his time with you Very thorough--surgery took longer than expected but he didn't rush it. Took his time. Excellent job Caring- worked with me and the insurance to give me the best care he was capable of despite the insurance co. trying to play doctor and dictate to him what he could and could not do on their dime. I really appreciated that and was able to focus on recovery instead of worrying about a huge unexpected medical bill hanging over my head. You may not realize it but that severely impacts a patient's recovery as much as physical therapy after surgery. No one tells you about the depression and worry after surgery. Worrry about medical bills just adds to that. He worked with the pain management doctor to make sure my pain was under control the whole time I was recovering from my surgery. I was able to go back to that doctor and tell him what Dr. Hanson recommended and that doctor in turn responded. That would never had happened with the other MD. I appreciate Dr. Hanson for all he's done for me and my daughter.”
– Judy L.
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Treating Doctor: Chad M. Hanson, M.D.
“It has been 10 months since my half knee replacement by Dr. Fontes and I feel good as new. Everybody wants instant results, however after surgery it just doesn't work that way. It took months of rehab to bring my entire leg back to 100%. The pain and suffering thru rehab is so well worth the effort that one puts into it. The entire staff of D.O.C. (front desk, back office, nurses, medical assistants, PA Laura and of course Dr. Fontes) at all three locations I went to (DI, Horizon, Warm Springs) were just the GREATEST. Would I want to go thought this again, No. But if I had to, DOC is definitely where I would go. Thank you so very much. ”
– Gregory M.
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Treating Doctor: Roger A. Fontes, M.D.
“Dr. Hanson has always made sure I got care ASAP and always took time to explain to me what was creating my issues--taking into account a preexisting neurological problem. I have the utmost confidence in DR. HANSON AND ALL THE STAFF ASSOCIATED WITH HIM. On the rating scale--I could give NO LESS THAN THE BEST--A+ 5. THANK YOU DR. HANSON AND DESERT ORTHOPEDIC !”
– Jeanne R.
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Treating Doctor: Chad M. Hanson, M.D.
“Dr. Huff is a brilliant surgeon. Consulted with Physical therapist to ensure best outcomes. Candid about expectations and options. Does not over-promise. Uses the organizations resources very well.”
– Kathleen T.
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Treating Doctor: Lawrence R. Huff, M.D.