Patient Testimonials
Dr. Volkan B. Güzel
Prior to the surgery I was in a lot of pain and the worst was at night and
caused me to be unable to sleep without waking up several times. I am right
handed and use a computer all day, so by the end of the day my shoulder was
always sore and I really did not want to engage in any activities like playing
the piano or painting in my free time.
I was not referred to Dr. Guzel by anyone, but I wanted a doctor who was close
to my home and so I came to the Katy clinic. I really appreciated that the
office could take X-rays on site and I was never kept waiting for a long period
of time
After the surgery, I could tell right after the surgery that my shoulder was
more stable and that when it healed it would be like new. I sailed through
physical therapy and my shoulder got stronger by the day with normal use. There
is nothing that I can’t do and even the strength in my hand has come back. My
experience has encouraged others that I know to move toward getting the surgery
as well.
am really grateful for Dr. Guzel for his treatment of my rotator cuff and for
his level of professionalism and skill. I highly recommend him and to Richmond
Bone & Joint Clinic when talking to my friends.
Dawn Alvarez
Before seeing Dr. Guzel, I had extreme pain in the hip, groin and down leg to knee. I could only walk a few feet without experiencing so much pain that I had to find a place to sit for a few minutes. If I couldn’t find a place to rest a few minutes I would break out in a cold sweat. I have had three back surgeries and this pain was more intense than I can remember before or after back surgery.
Dr. Guzel asked many questions. His manner was very soft and I felt instantly comfortable. He was about the 4th Dr. I had seen with this current problem but the first one to make it his responsibility to find out just what the problem was.
Dr. Guzel referred to Dr. Canon, the pain specialist. He independently looked at all my tests results and decided he could help me. I was so worn down from pain that I asked that I not be asked to wait another two weeks to get the pain injection and they worked me into their schedule that day which made a long day for them. I was anxious to have a life again. I did not enjoy staying in the house looking out the window watching the world go by and wonder will I always have this pain.
Since I received the pain injections, my mobility has improved 90%. I can stand straight and walk and not once think will I be able to make it to where I am going. I don’t even think about the pain with each step. The quality of life is worth living. I love gardening and now I appreciate so much being able to work in my flowerbeds listening to the birds and smelling the fragrance of spring. My problem now is overdoing. I haven’t felt this able since 2005. This problem not only affected my hip & leg but other parts of my body. I truly thought I was just getting old and lazy but now I know that is not true. I have zest for life again. We will start to travel again.
I know that sounds dramatic, but if it were not for Dr. Guzel, I would still be lying around watching others enjoy their life thinking there is no hope. They not only gave me hope but gave me a solution.
It took a few months to find this compassionate Dr., but thank God I did. He was truly interested in finding out why I hurt so much and not in a hurry to operate. As I have told many friends and family, I will look no further when I have a problem in their area of expertise.
Carol Metz
I was in a lot of pain from a previous injury in 1980, after walking or
standing I could feel my ankle grinding at the joint. There were times I could
not even walk. After the ankle fusion I feel wonderful, I have no problems
walking. Dr. Guzel is very thoughtful, listens well and really knows his
stuff!!!
Michael Ricks
In
November of 2009, my son Justin broke his left fibula during a varsity Seven
Lakes High School. He went to Richmond Bone & Joint Clinic and saw Dr. Guzel.Dr.
Guzel was very knowledgeable and accessible. He had a great bedside manner.
Since the repair of his fracture, Justin is almost 100% back.
It was such a great feeling that Richmond Bone & Joint Clinic offers all the
necessary services under one roof. The staff at RBJC is very polite and super
friendly! I’ve recommended Dr. Guzel to friends and family many times.
Kevin Pishkar
I was in extreme pain before my total hip replacement. My mobility was limited to short distances with the use of a walker or a cane. I could not walk without assistance and I was unable to do anything that makes life worthwhile.
Within one month of having a total hip replacement, I was no longer using a cane or a walker. I am still building up my endurance and balance but I can walk anywhere on my own.
Dr. Guzel is my personal angel. I have my life back or maybe an entire new life!! My recovery from surgery was quick and pain was minimal, a lot of that has to be due to Dr. Guzel’s skills!!
Nelda Herrington
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