I was introduced to Dr. Kaplan in Sept. of 2010 due to an elbow injury that I had self-diagnosed as “tennis elbow”. I was experiencing severe, sharp pain in my elbow with normal activity. I had tried apparatuses (velcro strap, etc.) recommended by my pharmacist and over the counter pain relievers, with no relief. After the pain became more intense and began affecting my sleep, I finally made an appointment with Dr. Kaplan at JOI.
Dr. Kaplan examined me and said he suspected tendon damage. He then ordered an MRI which revealed exactly that. He explained that I had a tear that needed to be repaired with surgery. He asked me if I knew how the injury occurred and if it was sport related and I told him I knew exactly when it happened – during an intense game of darts!
We scheduled the surgery for the tendon repair. This being my first surgery of any kind, I was naturally apprehensive, but Dr. Kaplan took the time to thoroughly explain the procedure and exactly what I should expect during surgery and recovery. This made me feel very comfortable with proceeding with the surgery, which was a success. I had immediate relief of the symptoms and after physical therapy a full recovery.
Dr. Kaplan was very professional, knowledgable, and at the same time extremely personable. Upon meeting him, I observed that he is very passionate about his work and thoroughly enjoys it. I was very impressed with the personal interest he took in me, going so far as to call me himself the day after the surgery to check on my condition. Because of his personal interest in me, I looked forward to my follow-up visits, because I felt like I had made a friend. I have recommended his services to several family members and friends, who have also had great experiences with him. I hope I never need an orthopedic surgeon again, but if I do, Dr. Kaplan will be my man!
Lateral Epicondylitis
I was introduced to Dr. Kaplan in Sept. of 2010 due to an elbow injury that I had self-diagnosed as “tennis elbow”. I was experiencing severe, sharp pain in my elbow with normal activity. I had tried apparatuses (velcro strap, etc.) recommended by my pharmacist and over the counter pain relievers, with no relief. After the pain became more intense and began affecting my sleep, I finally made an appointment with Dr. Kaplan at JOI.Dr. Kaplan examined me and said he suspected tendon damage. He then ordered an MRI which revealed exactly that. He explained that I had a tear that needed to be repaired with surgery. He asked me if I knew how the injury occurred and if it was sport related and I told him I knew exactly when it happened – during an intense game of darts!
We scheduled the surgery for the tendon repair. This being my first surgery of any kind, I was naturally apprehensive, but Dr. Kaplan took the time to thoroughly explain the procedure and exactly what I should expect during surgery and recovery. This made me feel very comfortable with proceeding with the surgery, which was a success. I had immediate relief of the symptoms and after physical therapy a full recovery.
Dr. Kaplan was very professional, knowledgable, and at the same time extremely personable. Upon meeting him, I observed that he is very passionate about his work and thoroughly enjoys it. I was very impressed with the personal interest he took in me, going so far as to call me himself the day after the surgery to check on my condition. Because of his personal interest in me, I looked forward to my follow-up visits, because I felt like I had made a friend. I have recommended his services to several family members and friends, who have also had great experiences with him. I hope I never need an orthopedic surgeon again, but if I do, Dr. Kaplan will be my man!