Patient Stories

“I first had surgery with Dr. Karnasiewicz in 1992. When I needed a doctor again last year, I went to my general practitioner she suggested I see Dr. Karnasiewicz. It was wonderful; I did great. I had a very, very good recovery. I recommend him to everyone I know.”

Marge
Plymouth, CT

“Dr. Waitze performed a disc procedure through my side. I believe he is the only doctor in Connecticut that can do that procedure. He’s incredible; I call him my miracle worker.”

Trudy
Pine Plains, NY

“I literally woke up one morning and couldn’t stand. I had no feeling in my left leg and tremendous pain due to nerve damage. Dr. Taylor and Dr. Karnasiewicz did a dual surgery on my back. A year later I have no pain; it is truly unbelievable. I walk my dog every day, I’m back to work, I take care of my house. For me, it is like a whole new life. I would recommend them both with no hesitation at all.”

Kathleen
Prospect, CT

"Dr. Strugar is one of only a few doctors in the world certified to repair five vertebrae at once with disc replacement. This skill and certification meant I did not need to have multiple surgeries: Dr. Strugar did my lumbar reconstruction in just one surgery. That was huge for me. His expertise is incredible; he is a miracle walking.”

Linda
Stratford, CT

“I just can’t say enough good things about Dr. Flynn. I was back to working full-time only 8 weeks after a full knee replacement. I recommend him to everyone – family, friends, and co-workers.”

Donna
Middlebury, CT

“Dr. Mashia went above and beyond to accept me immediately because I was really hurting. I had a back injury and muscle spasms. I couldn’t even stand up straight – I was crooked – and Dr. Mashia fixed me! I saw one doctor for one treatment, and was referred to another for a different treatment. It was great that they are all in one group. And the staff is very friendly and helpful; anything I needed they did for me. I highly recommend this group to anyone.”

Jesus
Waterbury, CT

“I think Dr. Ghaly is wonderful; he has helped me so much. I had just about given up. I didn’t really want to have surgery and he’s been wonderful. I had seen other doctors for injections, and they did not work. Dr. Ghaly got it just right in exactly the right spot. Now I am pain-free and back to feeling normal. I felt that he really got it – he really understood."

Phyllis
Waterbury, CT

“Dr. Watson is a fantastic doctor. He takes his time; he explains everything to you. If you come in with a list of questions he answers every single one of them. I can’t say enough nice things about him. I saw him in the Southbury office; everyone there was very, very nice, and everything was so personal. I’ve recommended him to many, many people, and my physical therapist has done the same.”

Sue
Woodbury, CT

“Dr. Mushaweh’s bedside manner is fabulous; his whole demeanor is wonderful. He is warm, while telling it like it is. He is interested in providing total care, and works with your other doctors to gather the information he needs to provide all-encompassing treatment. He is wonderfully skilled; I would not hesitate to see him again if I require surgery in the future. ”

Sarah
Watertown, CT

“Last year Dr. Torrey performed a surgical procedure on my cervical spine… Dr. Torrey explained in detail what would happen… I was pleasantly surprised by everyone’s willingness to explain everything in detail. Their professional, caring approach was comforting to me and my wife.”

Walt
Meriden, CT

“I have been seeing Dr. Darling for about three years. She is great; I love her! She listens – she doesn’t rush you through, and that is very important. I can’t say anything about her that isn’t positive. I have a lot of medical problems and see a number of different doctors, but she is the one I put my trust in.”

Jackie
Naugatuck, CT