Dr. Edward Jay Hellman, MD

My knees were very bad and restricted my life. I was in pain every step I took. Got to the point where one of my legs felt like it was being dragged it hurt so much. I had the good doctor replace both of my knees. I’m two years past the two surgeries now and my mobility is back to where I was when I was 30. He did a great job with the surgery, dealing with the pain, rehab afterwards, and great input to my life with my new knees. Fantastic experience. I have referred him to several of my family and friends.

I made sure he knew other issues I had before going into hip surgery. Bad lower back, right knee on same side as hip to be replaced was bone on bone, and tore muscle in core muscle on same side. I had been in therapy due to core muscle area prior to going to surgery. I knew I would need help after surgery. I was at that time walking with cane. After surgery I mentioned again my concern about exercise, he said the knee would be a lot better now. He had also told me I would be fine on my own when I went home. I was sent home without pain meds. Following surgery my knee swelled horribly. My lower back felt like I had cracked my tail bone and core muscle was bad all over again. Week later went in for help and did not even see doctor. I was refused physical therapy. Further told by his nurse to just walk a lot. A week later I could not stand up straight. I went to family physician who could not believe I was denied physical therapy. My P/T stopped exercises immediately and… limited walking to address the situation. Three days following P/T I was able to stand better. With the help of P/T I improved rapidly. I would never have gone to Dr. Hellman had I known he would not take into consideration of my specific needs.

He replaced both of my knees. Was efficient, did an excellent job and I had no problems post surgery. Have recommended him to other coworkers. Great sense of humor, great bedside manner.

Had both total knee replacements done by Dr. Hellman. Had fantastic results and have recommended him to numerous people. Great personality in dealing with patients. Very thorough with providing options.

This guy was arrogant, and seemed bothered to have to deal with patients at all. He took my relative off ALL pain medications the day after a knee replacement and when the nurses realized they had to call Dr. Hellman, they cringed and said he didn't like to be bothered after hours. Well guess what, someone with a total knee replacement is going to need something for pain the night after surgery and he put everyone (all of us and the hospital staff) in a bad position, so yeah you're going to get "bothered". Total lack of concern.