Patient Reviews
The following are verified patient testimonials from our patients at Orthopaedic Associates. You are welcome to review them all or filter by your orthopaedic doctor.
- “After almost cutting off my thumb, I turned to the only fellowship-trained hand surgeon in the greater Ft. Walton Niceville area. Dr. Watt was awesome. He took the time to fully explain how badly I'd injured my thumb then enthusiasticly explained how he would reattach the ligament and nerves. He and assistant Ben took there time to carefully answer all my questions. Their confidence and patience alleviated all my fears. Dr. Watt was able to rearrange his schedule to get my surgery scheduled within days. On the day of the surgery Dr. Watt's infectious enthusiasm and positive attitude calmed my fears. Dr Watt's well practiced skills were superb in reattaching my thumb. His interaction and involvement with my hand therapist (Tanya Phillips) was instrumental in my full recovery. Take it from me "you are in good hands" with Dr. Watt and his team if you need hand surgery. Thanks to Dr. Watt, Ben, and Tanya for helping me make a full recovery. ”– William K.Patient Rating:
- “I have a long relationship with the clinic. I had two knee surgeries and treatment for arthritis. They have kept me walking. I don't plan on ever losing my independence and having someone to keep me healthy is most important. I thank the doctor and all the staff for all they have done to help me. ”– Trina B.Patient Rating:
- “Quick diagnosis and treatment. Great follow up and the most caring physiotherapy you can find.”– Joy L.Patient Rating:
- “Love this group! Dr. Watt is awesome! My care went smoothly and recovery has been good. I would recommend Dr. Watt to anyone for carpal tunnel surgery.”– Traycee L.Patient Rating:
- “I have had the good fortune to have the staff at Orthopaedic Associates help me through 2 separate bicep tears. Both injuries were Worker's Comp and both took a great deal of effort by all parties to get things signed off in time to make a timely repair. Everyone that I have ever dealt with on your great staff has been professional and each has gone out of their way to insure me that all that could be done was actually being done. Both repairs took a while to get back to 100%, but they finally did and I am back to doing arduous work related activities with no limitations. I felt privileged to have Dr. Tenholder do both surgeries and would recommend him without reservation. If I ever need further ortho work done, it will be done by him and the great staff that work at all your various sites. Thank you for the opportunity to share my experience. It is great to have such a team locally. ”– Charlie B.Patient Rating:
- “Although I am not the patient of Dr. Macey, I am the daughter of the parents who have needed Dr. Macey for knee replacements, hand surgery and now a complete shoulder replacement for my Mom, Lucy. Dr. Macey is very kind, personable and extremely good at his skill. He has a concise way to explain treatment leaving no questions unanswered. He does a great job with his bedside manor and recognizes personality flaws that need attention. He does an even better job remembering small, personal facts about his patients thus making them feel great. My Dad, Nunzio had both knees replaced at the same time, my Mom had 1 knee replaced and tendons rerouted in her hand with great results. I consulted with Dr. Macey about eventually replacing my knee and will travel from North Carolina to have him do my surgery when the time is right. I have that much confidence in his skill to make the journey for he and his team to take care of me. His PA is also phenomenal. I trust and honor Dr. Macey and his staff very much as does my entire family. ”– Anna S.Patient Rating:
- “I had my second knee replacement with Dr. Tenholder holder this past May. The surgery went well, and I was home from Sacred Heart Hospital in a couple days. I am 68, and I was up and walking right away with a walker for only a few days, and then a cane. After about 3 weeks I didn't need any assistance, and was driving a 6 weeks. The outpatient PT with Matt and the rest of the staff at Orthopaedic Associates in Destin, was great. I am at 6 months post surgery. I can now walk a couple miles, and ride my bike for an hour, with little or no pain. I highly recommend this practice, and Dr.Tenholder. ”– Toby O.Patient Rating:
- “Dr. Macey is very personable. He took the time to explain what I can expect on my road to full recovery, and didn't end our appointment until he was sure that I understood all the do's and don'ts. ”– Robert E.Patient Rating:
- “I had my second knee replacement with Dr. Tenholder holder this past May. The surgery went well, and I was home from Sacred Heart Hospital in a couple days. I am 68, and I was up and walking right away with a walker for only a few days, and then a cane. After about 3 weeks I didn't need any assistance, and was driving a 6 weeks. The outpatient PT with Matt and the rest of the staff at Orthopaedic Associates in Destin, was great. I am at 6 months post surgery, I can now walk a couple miles, and ride my bike for an hour, with little or no pain. I highly recommend this practice, and Dr.Tenholder. ”– Toby O.Patient Rating:
- “Dr. Macey has treated me for numerous problems including the repair of left and right rotator cuffs. I have complete confidence in him.”– Jane L.Patient Rating:
- “Being told that I needed a total hip replacement was hard. Dr. Macey spent a long time with me explaining what was wrong with my hip and what to expect from the surgery. My surgery went well and my recovery was exceptional. I am very happy that I had the surgery and am back to doing all the thing I love to do. Dr. Macey and his PA Scot Williams were fantastic through the whole experience. I would recommend them to anyone needing a hip replacement.”– Joan Y.Patient Rating:
- “Excellent doctor, knees are working very well.”– Michael J.Patient Rating:
- “In 1992 I fell 16 feet off a ladder. My right ankle was shattered into 23 bone fragments. I was told by one doctor that it was just a matter of time until I lost my foot. Dr. Macey said he could fix it and that he did. It was a long surgery but he put it all back together with plates, pins and screws. I recovered and was able to walk once again. He told me much of the recovery was due to the fact that I did exactly what he told me to do and that I was a non-smoker. To this day when ever I see him he tells me that was the worst broken ankle that he has ever repaired. I owe it all to Dr. Macey. He's my hero.”– Patricia M.Patient Rating:
- “Dr. Tenholder and his staff were very professional, courteous and compassionate in the treatment of my knees. I could not be a more satisfied patient and even referred my mother and best friend to Dr. Tenholder!”– Linda Y.Patient Rating:
- “I have been seeing Dr. Macey for a long time. He has treated my fractures, frozen shoulders, dislocations and bursitis. I cannot say enough good things about him. He has never failed to diagnose me with accuracy or treat me like I was his only patient. Over the years I have always felt I could rely and trust him as I would a good friend. His team also treats me with the same care. P.A. Williams is a great, he is as sharp as they come. His trusted tech that has put a few casts on my arm never misses a beat and is very kind and caring. In this day of managed care they still make it work. Thank you for caring for me.”– Mildred F.Patient Rating:
- “Gradual deteriation of a hip joint caused debilitating pain and a loss of life quality. I became unable to walk without support and used a cane and rotator. A consultation with Dr. Macey and PA Williams gave hope that quality of life could be restored with replacement surgery. Following surgery and physical therapy, I am pain free and walking on my own. I am extremely grateful for skilled surgeons and excellent care.”– Kathleen W.Patient Rating:
- “After many years and several doctors and too many home remedies, my hope was answered and a solution to correcting the issue found. Thumbs up to the doctor and assistant.”– Bob G.Patient Rating:
- “Massive tear to rotator cuff. Dr. Thackeray did surgery. Very professional, provided details of surgery and rehab – knows his stuff! The entire staff has been so professional, kind and Matt my PT has done an amazing job in getting me back to life with shoulder! Would not go to anyone else for orthopaedic care! The best!”– June H.Patient Rating:
- “Dr. Watt was a pleasure to deal with. My elbow issue from start to finish was a breeze with him. I am extremely satisfied with the professionalism and attention to detail provided!”– ColbyPatient Rating:
- “Excellent from start to finish. I could not be happier.”– DavePatient Rating:
- “No nonsense evaluation and care. Dr. Macey gets right to the point. I enjoy working with him and his professional demeanor. A good guy. I also recently was under Dr. Fusco's care and surgery. Surgery and recovery went as advertised...no problems. Another fine addition to your staff.”– Jack P.Patient Rating:
- “After having having the surgery and going through the recovery and PT, I do not know why I waited so long to get this surgery done. Now there is no pain, when before I was barely able to walk w/o so much discomfort .. I am about to where I was several years ago as far as being able to do the activities I enjoyed back then. The credit the entire medical staff with Orthopaedic Associates, along with the crew at Ft. Walton Beach Medical Center during my stay there, and those with Select Physical Therapy .. all made my surgery a great success ... thank you again ...”– John R.Patient Rating:
- “I had a right total hip surgery on Jan 20th 2015. The hip had collapsed on itself and the pain was so intense I had to use a walker and could put only a slight amount of weight on it, plus had to shift my weight around often just to get comfortable sitting and lying down. The day after surgery the pain had subsided approximately 80% and physical therapy had me up and walking with a walker. I was only in the hospital two days, driving in two weeks and rehab went so well that I was totally independent in about one month.”– Paul S.Patient Rating:
- “I have been a patient of Dr. Macey's for more than twenty years. I am a retired nurse and I saw first hand how his patient's recovered from their surgery. He is a dedicated and brilliant orthopaedic surgeon. After a dancing accident I required prosthetic knees. Titanium was not really used at that time and those prostheses lasted thirteen years before I required a revision of my left knee in March of 2004 and then my right knee revision in October of that same year. Dr. Macey did a wonderful job. I never missed a days work as a nurse on my feet for more than eight hours at a time. And then again in January of 2006 I fell and required my left knee to be revised again. He is the reason I am still up and walking at age 77yrs. I could go on and on with the kudos's for this amazing man and his PA Scott and office staff but I would truly run out of space! I would trust him with my life.....to say the least!”– Cindy P.Patient Rating:
- “I absolutely love Dr. Chipman. I have been seeing him for a couple years now. He has always listened and is very concerned about my pain issues. He doesn't give up on you. He takes time and sees what the options are for you personally. He is one that I would recommend to anyone that is going through pain problems.”– Deborah W.Patient Rating: