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.

  • “Doctor Thackeray, is friendly, personable and really knowledgable when it comes to sports injuries. I had a great experience with him and his office staff. The staff are warm and caring about you. That is my take on him and the office. I would trust him if I ever needed any more surgeries from all the dumb things I do.”
    – Daniel L.
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  • “Excellent.”
    – William H.
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  • “Knows his business, was great for me.”
    – Jim K.
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  • “Dr. Landry is very thorough and I would highly recommend him to my friends!”
    – Gail C.
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  • “Dr. Fusco is a pleasant and knowledgeable doctor. He is very caring and always answers any questions I might have concerning my surgery. The entire staff is very nice and they have treated me well.”
    – Michael M.
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  • “Great, Drs. Thackeray and Tenholder are exceptional!”
    – Stephen A.
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  • “Appointments were both a very good experience for me, Dr. Tenholder and his PA's were very attentive and concerned about my issues. The radiologist was so sweet and caring about my injury. I couldn't ask for for better treatment or more concerned doctors. Thank you all! Everyone is very friendly, polite, and very punctual.”
    – Gerry B.
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  • “Dr. Jason Thackeray gave me more than a new knee. He gave me hope and my life back. After three years of knee pain which changed my life in a very negative way. Those changes caused me to become less active and give up many of the pleasures in life I valued. Now, five months after my total knee replacement, I'm active again. I'm doing many of the things I could do before my injury. I feel alive again and I'm thankful for Dr. Thackeray giving me my new knee, my hope, and life back. ”
    – Michael S.
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  • “I have been a patient of Dr. Thackeray on and off for almost ten years now. He has also treated my husband and children. I highly recommend Dr Thackeray to anyone looking for an orthopaedic surgeon. He explains in great detail the prognosis as well as a plan of attack for healing. The staff and receptionists are always friendly and ready to help.”
    – Kristi S.
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  • “Dr. Watt was very attentive and knowledgeable, very professional and allowed plenty of time for my appointment.”
    – Leslie S.
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  • “Doctor is always great! Follow up after my surgery by your office was appreciated.”
    – Anthony L.
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  • “One Friday afternoon in August 2015, I ended up in the Fort Walton Beach emergency room due to breaking my elbow and arm in two places. Lucky for me Dr. Mark Tenholder was on call and performed surgery on my arm the next morning. I feel very fortunate and forever grateful for the outstanding surgical technique performed by Dr. Tenholder. I strongly believe that his expertise ensured my arm would be as if I had never broke it.”
    – Lisa B.
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  • “Great job all the way around from the first front desk visit at Niceville and Destin until the completion of my PT.  Everyone was helpful and showed concern.  Dr Thackeray did a great job as the shoulder has healed up nicely.  Thanks to all!”
    – Robert A.
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  • “Dr. Macey is not only a fine doctor, he has a good sense of humor, vital to making the patient feel comfortable. I highly recommend him to anyone needing his service. Everything he told me came true and I followed his advice to the letter, as it is so necessary to have all my limbs in good working order. Thank you Dr. Macey for getting me back to my normal way of life.”
    – Mike G.
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  • “I recently had a Hip replacement and here I am at six weeks and my life is back to normal... I can recommend Dr Tenholder, and I do to everyone who will listen, he is most attentive. He listens to all questions and makes me feel important as a patient. His staff is exceptional, the treatment I received was first-class all the way. I was impressed with Fort Walton Beach Medical Center: I was only there three days but the treatment I received at a difficult time was the best. Thank you to Dr. Tenholder and your team, I really appreciate your kind care and consideration, but must add that thank goodness—I only have two hips!!”
    – Anne M.
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  • “Dr. Landry is a caring doctor, who took the time to listen to my concerns. He went over the various treatment options and was knowledgeable about my condition. I have been considering surgery, and he patiently explained everything to expect if I decided to go that route. He didn't push surgery on me and encouraged me to explore other treatment options, including physical therapy. I feel that I would be in capable hands if the surgery is needed. I would recommend Dr. Landry to any of my friends or family who need orthopedic care in the future.”
    – Traci H.
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  • “I presented myself to the Ft. Walton Beach emergency room with a crushed ankle and fractured leg. Met Thomas Fusco, D.P.M., there,. I asked questions, he answered them all very honestly, he presented himself in such a manner that I knew, he knew what he was doing and would do a great job of putting my ankle and leg back together the best he possibly could. And he did! I truly believe he will go far in the profession he has chosen.”
    – Christene J.
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  • “Dr. Thackeray did a total knee replacement in 12/2004 which restored my mobility 100%, until the next knee started to fail in 2013. He did a total knee again in 12/2015 and clearly restored it 100%. My procedure and recovery has been a "breeze." Other seniors in my community have not had the same results with other non-Orthopaedic Associates providers in our local area.”
    – Norm H.
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  • “Dr. Watt is awesome. I had a long and drawn out diagnosis and a bad experience at another orthopedic group. From the moment I met Dr. Watt knew it was the right move. Everything went smooth starting with the appointment then to Amanda the scheduler etc. I had a hook of the hamate fracture and a TFC tear and from day one I felt informed and involved. I am now 8 weeks out from surgery and recovering well.”
    – Ralph C.
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  • “It's been over three years since I've had both of my knees replaced over a 4 month period by Dr. Thackeray. I have to honestly say that it was absolutely the best decision I've made for myself in my lifetime.  After 20 years of babying my knees and an everyday intake of 3-5 Aleve and quarterly visits to get injections for relief, I pulled the trigger and had full replacements done - one in March and the second one in June. I'm proud to say that I followed every order that the doctor gave me. I started pilates to strengthen my core and knees, stayed fit as could be, and kept my weight down. The results:  I walked into the doctors office on the 14th day (each time) without any walking aid, and on the 18th day, I swam 40 laps in the pool! Since then, I've sky dived, playing tennis again, dropped my handicap in golf by 10 strokes, hiked, rock climbed, skied and can even run with a 10 year old without any pain whatsoever! Now, I don't run to stay in shape but it was actually a real dream of mine to just be able to run, and I'm fairly fast at the age of 62! I have a new life knowing that I have to do things in moderation, but now I can do them! Dr. Thackeray with newspapers in hand was actually at my bedside on the Saturday and Sunday after surgery. I mean, how many doctors work on weekends?! He was encouraging, knowledgeable, and most notably confident in every action he took in those months of re-shaping my life! Thank you and your staff, Dr. Thackeray, for giving me a pain free and a new found future!”
    – Ron G.
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  • “My experience was amazing! Dr. Watt, Ben, and the entire staff had me laughing all the way until I went under; I was probably still laughing in my sleep. They are super friendly and welcoming! I felt as if I had known them forever. I look forward to my next upcoming experience for the other hand in the very near future. Keep doing the great things you do!”
    – Christy J.
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  • “I have seen Dr. Tenholder on several different visits for unrelated problems. In each visit, he has been the friendliest, courteous, and caring individual that he has always been. It is always a pleasure to have him as one of my medical providers, and I have recommended him to others, who totally agree with me after their experience with him. He is obviously one skillful practitioner with a great patient demeanor. The area is extremely fortunate to have him practicing his skills here. Kudos to Dr. Tenholder and his staff.”
    – Paul S.
  • “I cannot express my thanks enough to Dr. Thackeray! He told me what to expect, what the outcomes would be, and what the differences between the two surgeries. I had my knee replacements done in 2010, one in March, and one in September. Since then, I can do long distance bicycling, dance, and of course take Pilates. I am currently 74 years old, and thanks to Dr. Thackeray, I look forward to every day and what it has to offer.”
    – Barbara R.
  • “After getting checked in, I was taken back to operating room, where this nurse informed me of what she was going to do. Then Dr. Thackeray came in and went into great detail of what he would be doing while I was in the operating room. The doctor, who put me to sleep, also inform me of what he would do, and that he would be watching me thru the whole ordeal. Everybody was helpful and displayed their professional skills at all times. I felt relaxed, and at ease at all times while in the hospital. I would like to thank all the staff that was involved with my stay, and for being so kind, friendly, and above all, their high standards that were displayed.”
    – Malcolm J.
  • “I had a full knee replacement on May 27. I am 67, and have had severe knee pain in both knees for a couple years, due to lots of running. The operation went without a hitch, and I was out of the hospital in two days. After two weeks of in-home therapy, I did multiple weeks of physical therapy at Orthopaedic Associates located in Destin.  Therapist Matt Leary was just excellent. After one week at home, I was walking with just a cane and no walker. By the end of two weeks, I was walking pretty much with no assistance. I won't kid anyone, and say there was no pain involved because there was. But, it was managed well by the doctors, so it was not a huge deal. Just don't let the pain get ahead of you. Take the pain pills as directed. Also, the stronger you can get your knee, hip, shoulder, etc., prior to surgery, I think the faster your recovery will be. That appeared to be the case with me. All the people at Orthopaedic Associates and at Sacred Heart Hospital were great. I could not have been treated better. I will probably have Dr. Tenholder and his team, do my right knee prior to the end of the year. Not something I am looking forward to, but at least I know the drill now, and will not be so nervous this time around. Thanks again to Dr. Tenholder and his team, including the office staff.”
    – Toby O.