Patient Reviews

If you have a complex condition like rheumatoid arthritis, be careful before agreeing to orthopedic surgery. I have rheumatoid arthritis and sought evaluation for rheumatoid nodules and related hand problems. Two orthopedic surgeons — Dr. Richardson and Dr. Mellinger — diagnosed me with carpal tunnel syndrome and recommended surgery. I had no meaningful reaction to any of the diagnostic tests either surgeon performed. Dr. Richardson performed a diagnostic injection specifically to confirm carpal tunnel; it had no effect. At my follow-up visit, he recommended surgery anyway. I have muscle atrophy in my hands, which can resemble carpal tunnel findings. In my case it is caused by rheumatoid arthritis — a distinction that should matter to any surgeon evaluating a patient with my history. My rheumatologist assessed my symptoms and confirmed they were consistent with rheumatoid arthritis, not carpal tunnel. I then sought a third opinion at AZOrtho in Phoenix. Dr. Leber confirmed I do not have carpal tunnel syndrome. He also offered options in his specialty that could actually help me. Carpal tunnel surgery is appropriate for many patients. My concern is that I came close to undergoing a surgery I did not need. I strongly recommend that anyone with a complex condition research their symptoms carefully, consult their specialist, and get more than one opinion before agreeing to surgery. A surgeon's priorities are not always the same as yours.

Real nice and to the point!

The whole practice is great! Everyone is friendly and informative. Megan answered all my questions in a way I could understand.

Saw me at approximately 9:18 am for a 9am appointment. Checked over my hand - had a procedure done 2 weeks before. All done in about 3 minutes.

Everyone pleasant and Colby the PA was very knowledgeable and helpful. Also took the time to listen.

Granite ortho offers top shelf doctors and support staff. Dr simonson is absolutely hands down one of the most knowledgable, gifted and overall genuine caring man that you’ll ever meet. You can trust him 100%. My husband and I recommend him whole heartedly.

Excellent Doctor!

Megan showed me how to exercise my finger after having Dr. Richardson do trigger finger surgery on my left hand. I’m very pleased with the outcome.

Very good experience.