When met with Dr. Brothers, he is a very matter of fact doctor and tells you like it is. Very straight forward, no beating around the bush. Gave me a shot in the knee and said to see him in about three months if I needed to. At that time I was in excruciating, horrible pain and could hardly walk, this summer the pain has not been too bad I am not looking forward to cold weather. Who knows what will be in the future? No surgery as I have health issues.