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Richard Ellenbogen

Pelham, NY

Spinal Fusion Surgery

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Very positive experience.

Shoulder replacement 2 years ago with Dr. Blaine. No pain and increased mobility in the joint.

Spinal surgery 4 weeks ago. I was able to walk 1.5 miles in extreme pain before. Now, 4 miles with no pain after. On average, I'm walking four times as far every day since the surgery with no pain.

HSS Providers

Evan D. Sheha, MD

Evan D. Sheha, MD

Spine Surgeon

Theodore A. Blaine, MD

Theodore A. Blaine, MD

Sports Medicine Surgeon

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