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.

  • “Has a good bedside manner. Makes knowledgeable decisions based on his experience.”
    – Ray H. 
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  • “I have been seeing Dr. Donald Chipman for years. He moved to your practice and I followed him to Orthopaedic Associates. I really like the fact that I don't have to wait long for his nurses to take me back to a room. Dr. Chipman comes in the room to see and exam me within 10 minutes. Dr. Chipman is such an amazing doctor. He always makes me feel as if he truly cares about me and the pain that I am suffering from and have been for years. Dr. Chipman is always very nice, very respectful and very professional at all times with me. I am very impressed with Dr. Chipman.”
    – Melissa C. 
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  • “Dr. Chipman has not only cared for me but my husband also we could not ask for a better doctor to care for us. He does everything possible to get my pain down and giving me a better quality of life. I have been in as much pain as I was 10 years ago. I was in agonizing pain and stayed home all the time. I now have a better quality of life because of Dr. Chipman.”
    – Sandra C.
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  • “Dr. Thackeray fit me into his schedule immediately and was able to identify injury as lateral epicondylitis or tennis elbow. He provided a professionally used band for the the forearm and referred me to physical therapy. After 2 months of PT I am 90% well and continue to do at home exercises to keep muscles and tendons strong. The entire process has been difficult; however, with the diagnose from Dr. Thackeray, I was finally able to have proper direction for a cure.”
    – Patricia
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  • “The whole practice seems like a smooth running machine, from set up of appts, filing insurance, to scheduling surgery and after appts. All staff is very kind and helpful, and PA Williams and Dr. Macey are great.  Wait time was as expected and much better than many other appts with other physicians I have seen.”
    – Priscilla M.
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  • “I had a Left Knee Total Replacement. Everything was successful. No problem with anything. The key thing is to take the class before the surgery and follow the Doctor orders. Attend to all the Physical Therapy exercise class.  By me doing this, I have not been back. But for regular check up only.”
    – Barbara Y.
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  • “Dr. Tenholder was excellent. Total hip replacement was a total success. I would recommend him to anyone that needs a hip replacement. The entire staff was excellent and a pleasure to deal with. I was in and out of the hospital and one day. Chipping and putting in two weeks, full rounds of golf in 6 weeks. A total success and all arthritic pain is gone.”
    – Robert
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  • “Dr. Fusco was the third podiatrist I consulted after embedded glass in my foot. He was fabulous - so glad I found him!  After the first consult I was totally confident he could make me walk pain free again. And he did!!!  I am walking the beach and dancing again thanks to Dr. Fusco and his amazing staff.”
    – Peggy G.
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  • “Broke my wrist on a Thursday evening and Dr. Macey saw me the next morning in his clinic on an emergency basis. As quickly as I obtained an appointment, he had me diagnosed, treated, and back to my normal routine.  The expert care and kindness shown by him and his staff has never been exceeded in my 68 years. Thanks to Dr. Macey and all at Orthopaedic Associates.”
    – Gregory L.
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  • “I am always seen on time, and the doctors and staff treat me with courtesy and always explain my problem and the treatment.”
    – Vivian L.
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  • “Dr. Macey has done several surgeries for me. All have been successful. Dr. Macey and P.A., Scott Williams, always treat me as if I am their only patient. The physical therapists at OA are excellent.”
    – Jane L.
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  • “Sometimes being old isn't comfortable. I am overweight and have trouble with my knees. Dr. Thackeray has been giving me shots in my knees to make it easier for me to get around. I really appreciate this. I don't want to be in a wheelchair and this has helped me avoid that. I do volunteer work and all my housework. They are always so very nice to work with. I couldn't do without them. Thank you so much.”
    – Trina B.
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  • “Quick and painless. Listens to what I have to say. Very informative, direct, and upfront.”
    – Edward M.
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  • “I had knee replacement surgery on March 1, 2016. Throughout the entire process, I was impressed with the professionalism of the entire staff. They were all very caring. My experience with the rehab staff was very enjoyable also. Lloyd Harris was my therapist during my entire rehab. I could not have asked for a more caring and professional therapist. I would recommend Orthopaedic Associates to anyone.”
    – Kenneth R.
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  • “Everyone was great.”
    – Barbara D.
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  • “As a returning patient of Dr. Thackeray's, I was pleased that I was able to connect with him again in my time of need. He had performed my rotator cuff surgery three years ago and I needed him again this year for a torn meniscus in my left knee. I was under somewhat of a timeline, as I am not a Florida resident and was within 3 weeks of leaving FL for the summer. Dr. Thackeray and his staff made it possible for me to get the surgery I needed before I left for home. I am again pleased with the quality of the scheduling and work of Dr. Thackeray and his staff, and highly recommend him/them to anyone who has orthopedic needs while in the Destin/Ft. Walton area.”
    – Sigrid A.
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  • “Dr. Fusco explained the process of injecting cortisone into my foot. He placed me at ease before he started. I had been very apprehensive before the visit. He was very professional and understanding. My worries were unfounded, as there was very little discomfort with the injection.”
    – Jim H.
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  • “Dr. Watt and the staff at Orthopaedic Associates are friendly and caring and very helpful. I always feel comfortable when I go there, and everything is explained to me so well that when I leave there, I know exactly what is going on and they always take the time to answer any questions I may have. I would highly recommend them. And their physical therapy staff is also fantastic.”
    – Sherry G.
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  • “Dr. Macey is very personable, as well as being very knowledgeable. Every appointment with him was a pleasurable experience. I am no longer under his care, but if a situation arose where I needed an ortho, I would certainly choose him.”
    – Robert E.
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  • “Dr. Watt is another fantastic doctor at Orthopaedic Associates. He removed dupuytren (SP) in my right hand and also carpal surgery on my right wrist. Dr. Watt is a very kind person and showed a lot of concern for my problem. Next to Dr. T, he's my favorite doctor. I am very pleased with everyone at your office and how nicely I've been treated by all your employees. Thanks for caring!!!!”
    – Donna S.
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  • “I have ben a patient of Dr. Thackeray for many years. He has doctored my knee and when I broke my right hip in Portugal, 2012, he took care of me when I returned home. In July of 2013, Dr. Thackeray replaced my knee and I've been great since then. I still go see him when I have problems, but not as much as I use to.  He is not only my doctor, but a good friend, as well. I thank God for him and all the years of taking care of me.”
    – Donna S.
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  • “Dr. Watt was awesome. Friendly and prompt and very interested in me as a patient and person. Got in and out quickly and all healed perfect. Can't thank him enough. Never felt rushed when in appointment. Staff was friendly as well. Dr. Watt uses the newest technology to assist him. I had a cortisone shot and it was painless.”
    – Carol M.
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  • “Dr. Macey has been very understanding and has addressed all of my concerns before and after surgery. I am very happy that I chose him to do my surgery and recommend him whenever some asks about an orthopaedic surgeon.”
    – Joan Y.
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  • “Polite, kind, and friendly.”
    – Iris H.
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  • “I'm an OR nurse and a crafter. Both activities involve repetitive motion and handling heavy equipment. I have developed tendinitis in both wrists. Dr. Watt saw me struggling to open a sterile item in the OR one day and told me I should get it treated to avoid more damage. Several weeks later, the base of my right thumb swelled up and was exquisitely tender. I called Dr. Watt's office in Destin and was promptly given an appointment.  The office staff was very welcoming. I was seen promptly. Dr. Watt was his usual affable self which made the process of injecting my wrist much more pleasant. I expected a much more painful injection and aftermath. I was pleasantly surprised  when my wrist was totally pain-free and more mobile immediately after the injection and it still is. Given my the activities of my job and my jewelry making, I'm sure my wrist will act up again. When it does I will have no qualms in having Dr. Watt inject it again.”
    – Christine R.
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