“Due to a past injury to my ankle I have been experiencing chronic pain, inflammation, and weakness in addition to an open wound that had formed on top of the old surgical site. I have visited five other doctors who had all told me they had no idea what was causing the problems I was experiencing. Finally, I was referred to see Dr. Pappas. Within a few minutes during my first appointment he was able to diagnose the cause behind the wound and was able repair it within the next couple weeks. Thanks to Dr. Pappas and his team I am on the road to recovery after a year of visiting numerous doctors and not getting any answers. Thank you!”
“I was in a motorcycle accident in 2012 causing broken bones and a major laceration in my foot. Dr. Pappas and his staff was able to not only save my foot but it healed back to about 95% as strong as before. His staff and him kept me informed the entire process and treated me like a family member. He listen to my complaints and took action to help me cope. He listen to his patients like a Dr. should. He provided the best treatment i could have ever ask for. As of Nov. 6, 2015 im currently healing from yet another injury to two shattered heels and i am about to leave my doctor to come get a second opinion from Dr. Pappas asap.”
“I was referred to Dr. Pappas' office by my general practitioner for severe foot and ankle pain. After only a few visits, Dr. Pappas decided to perform reconstructive surgery for Charcot Syndrome and just go ahead and fix the problem instead of putting me through a lot of cruel and unusual "stuff" that was NOT gonna work. Surgery was the only fix. I would like to let anyone looking at Dr. Pappas and his group for foot or ankle surgery, look no further. I have been so very pleased with their care and down right cheerful attitude throughout the entire office. I prayed for a knowledgeable earthly healer and Dr. Pappas certainly is one.”
“I was born with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis 46 years ago. My left ankle was just completely worn out! I had my ankle fused in a NC teaching hospital in January of 2016. We relocated to this area in April 2016 and as I was still having trouble I started searching for an ankle specialist. Dr. Pappas took 1 look at my x-rays and said he would take me on. My first appointment in July 2016 I was very impressed with the office, staff, Dr. Pappas and his assistant Belinda. As a former OR nurse, I knew what I was looking for in a professional. I found it in Dr. Pappas and his staff. He explained all my options from doing nothing to a complete revision(redo). I had my surgery in Sept of 2016 and am now on my road to a full recovery. Dr. Pappas took the time to answer my questions as well as my husband's. He was thorough and it is obvious he cares about his patients. I strongly recommend him to anyone looking for a foot and ankle specialist! Thank you Dr.Pappas and Strand Orthopaedics for your care, attention and competence.”
“I hurt my ankle in high school from dancing and severely spraining. I came to Dr. Pappas after having 1 ligament surgery with screws put in and 1 nerve reconstruction surgery already on my left ankle in DC. And I was still having pain. He had no idea what he was getting into but he took me on like I started with him and we tried everything to avoid a 3rd surgery. But we ended up having a 3rd surgery on my nerves and doing a nerve block. I still had a long road to recovery but I can finally say after almost 9 years I finally can move on with my life. All thanks to Dr. Pappas fixing the last nerve that was still causing me so much pain. I have gotten it to where it does not bother me that much and I am working out to strengthen the muscles around it without pain! Thank you so much Dr. Pappas for taking on a mess of an ankle and fixing me up!”
“When Dr. Pappas first suggested a TAR I was skeptical as my previous doctor has recommended against it. He made me a believer and thank the Lord he did. I am now 8 months down the road and this week I played 2 rounds of golf for the first time in over 5 years and they were pain free. I shot my best round ever at the course I played today and was telling my wife that I felt I was concentrating better than I had in a long time. She said " think about what you were thinking about for the last few years.....your ankle and not hurting it. Today you thought about golf". My wife is a wise woman. We have been shag dancing more and more lately which we had almost given up due to my ankle pain. Dr. Pappas truly gave me a second chance at an active life...THANK YOU!!!”
“Dr. Thomas J. Chambers replaced my badly damaged right knee on Nov 1st, 2016 and after the passing of 3 full months I am enjoying my life free from pain. Strand Orthopaedic Consultats, of which Dr. Chambers is affiliated, has an easily accessible modern office, has plenty of staff and gets you checked in quickly. There was little to no wait, but appointments are made sometimes weeks in advance. So, make an appointment sooner not later.
Now is the time. If you suffer from arthritic joint pain, knee damage from sports or other injury from years ago, the technology is available to have a custom-made knee replacement.
Dr. Chambers' team has established procedures using cutting block technology. Unbelievable, Smith-Nephew, the company who custom made my knee joint, also made a metal block with slots to guide the surgeon's cuts. The doctor's regimen of anesthetics, antibiotics, and post-operative prescription and non-prescription medicines was amazing. While I took the prescribed pain medication prior to physical therapy, ice packs handled the minor pain I experienced following.
My knee is doing great. As I sit at my computer station, legs bent, under the desk, I have no pain.
There is no need to suffer. I highly recommend Strand Orthopaedic Consultants and Dr. Thomas Chambers. They employ the latest technology, have an infection rate well below the national standard, and have perfected their regimen of treatment. In short, they offer the whole package. From my first consult, through the X-rays and MRI, operation, and follow-up check-up I had a totally positive experience.”
“Dr. Chambers repaired my meniscus in my right knee three years ago. After I met two other orthopedic surgeons. He spent so much time just speaking with me. I felt so assured this person really cared about my prognosis. I highly recommend dr. Chambers he's very personable his bedside manner is second to none.”
“Over three years ago, Dr. Chambers removed a metal on metal hip that I had replaced by another medical group. He gave me a Smith and Nephew, ceramic hip to replace the recalled metal hip. I work out with a personal trainer 3 times a week. There is nothing I cannot do; you would not know I have a hip replacement unless I told you. It is amazing, I have not had any problems The hip works just like a hip should work. I highly recommend Dr. Chambers, he is a highly skilled surgeon. I am now in the process of possibly having a right knee replacement. I put my confidence and trust in his hands.”
“I have been seeing Dr. Everman for a few different arm issues. He and his assistant Lauren are top notch! They always listen, explain what needs to be done and never think I am crazy. Highly recommend this team at Strand! THANK YOU DR. EVERMAN AND LAUREN!!”