Real Stories That Inspire Confidence
Choosing a healthcare provider is an important decision, and hearing from other patients can help you feel confident in your choice. At Michigan Orthopedic Center, our patients often share their experiences; stories of overcoming pain, regaining independence, and returning to the activities they love.
These testimonials highlight more than just medical outcomes. They reflect the support, guidance, and encouragement that define our care philosophy. Our integrated team of fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons, licensed physical therapists, and support staff work together to ensure every patient feels understood, respected, and supported throughout treatment.
If you’ve had a positive experience with us, your story could help someone else take that first, important step toward better health.
Read what our patients have to say and discover how Michigan Orthopedic Center makes a difference in the Lansing, MI and Okemos, MI and Okemos, MI community. If we’ve helped you in your recovery, we invite you to share your story and inspire others.
It was a great experience.
Two weeks ago today I had my right knee completely replaced by Dr. Taunt. He is simply the best. Yes I do have some swelling and stiffness but how many can say that they are at 116 degrees of flex at this stage. In regards to the staff at McLaren , everyone was professional and knew what they were doing. It was a great experience.
~ TOM N.
I am grateful to be walking again!
I am very grateful to Dr. Swords. After a traumatic fall from a ladder where I broke my knee in 3 pieces, Dr. Swords excellent work allowed me to walk in 4 months. I was able to get back to work in only four months after surgery. Today I am thankful for the magnificent care and attention of the Doctor, P.A.Wendy, and all his office staff. I fully recommend Dr. Swords and his team and would request his help again if necessary. Thank you Doctor, I am grateful to be walking again!
~ M.S.L.
I have never been made to feel like I am just a number.
Dr. Meredith Heisey recently replaced my left shoulder, she has also repaired both rotator cuffs, and put my wrist back together after a fall while I out of the country. Dr. Heisey does not sugar coat the situation, she tells it like it is and I admire her for that. She and her team are excellent, there to take care of my every need and they listen, I have never been made to feel like I am just a number. I absolutely will go straight to her if the need arises.
~ JANICE K GEARHART
I am a patient of Dr. Wes Mesko. He replaced both of my knees about a year ago. I just wanted to get a message to him thanking him for all he did for me. The last time I was in the office I was still having swelling issues etc. My knees are now working great. The only time I even notice any difference is when I’m on my hands and knees working on something which I am able to do even on the cement floor in my shop. A friend had a knee replaced by someone else and is having problems. That made me realize how lucky I am to have had Dr. Mesko and have this great outcome. I’m not qualified to say he’s the best, but I will say there’s no one better. Please make sure he gets this message and my thanks.