ORTHOPAEDIC NEWS
Need a new hip? Someday you may grow your own.
'Fix-me itis' fueling boom in joint surgeries
Risk Assessment Tool for Osteoarthritis
Wall Street Journal: Pushing Limits of New Knees
New York Times: Getting a New Knee or Hip? Do It Right the First Time
TESTIMONIALS
Dr. Bal's Patients Tell Their Stories-
"I am very satisfied with the outcome of my surgery and the improved quality of life I am now enjoying..."
Shamsy Kazemi-Bardool, Iran -
"I am looking forward to being able to boat and golf this summer, without having to endure the pain and limitations of prior years..."
Greg Voreis, Mo. -
"Just 9 ½ weeks following my surgery knee replacements, I traveled to Hawaii and went scuba diving..."
David Booker, Mo. -
"Dr. Bal did great a job explaining the procedure through conversation and with his hip surgery book. He changed my life..."
Dennis Disselhoff, Mo. -
"It is so important to have a physician who you trust, and who will listen to you. That’s critical. I have never seen a doctor who cares so much for each and every patient..."
Faye Bleigh, Mo. -
"I am glad to have come to Dr. Bal; his office staff was great to work with; the hospital experience was very good, and the outcome of surgery was all I had hoped for..."
Craig Jacobson, Ne. -
"I feel so free now. Last weekend I rode my bike to Cooper's Landing and enjoyed a great meal as I watched the Missouri River roll by and listened to the bluegrass music..."
Marilyn McCreary, Mo. -
"The staff at Capitol Region were very gracious, attentive and thorough. I would go back there anytime. They made sure I was comfortable..."
Bob Smith, Mo. -
"It has been a real pleasure to meet and get to know Dr. Bal. He is caring, thorough in his explanations, and a great friend...."
Richard Wallace, Mo.
Testimonials
Some of our hip and knee replacement patients have agreed to share their stories. If you are a former patient and would like to describe your experience, please submit it to us via e-mail.