When I met Dr. Ellis to discuss my PAO surgery, I cried because I thought I was going to be done being an athlete and playing softball. At that very appointment, Dr. Ellis told me he'd get me back to playing softball and I'd be stronger than ever… and I am! I'm pain free, doing all the sports I love, and just signed my letter of intent to play college softball at Ohio Dominican University this fall. I can't thank Dr. Ellis and Dave Kohlreiser enough for their wonderful care, and for getting me back to the ball field.
After my professional track career as a steeplechaser, I decided to move to the marathon and train for the Olympic Trials. However, while training I started to experience groin tightness when I would run. After a very discouraging year of trying every kind of physical therapy and treatment under the sun, I finally got an MRI and learned that a labral tear in my hip was the cause of my groin pain. My physical therapist recommended I see Dr. Ellis, as he is one of the best hip surgeons in the country. I quickly made my appointment and visited him and Dave Kohlrieser. They assured me that I would get back to my passion and run pain-free again.
My experience with their team was incredible, and after a successful surgery, I have already raced two half marathons one year post-surgery. I am incredibly grateful to Orthopedic One for delivering exceptional care for me before, during, and after the surgery. Thank you for allowing me to get back to doing what I love!