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Denise LaPointe

Denise LaPointe

Astoria, NY

Hip Replacement

Denise LaPointe

From the very beginning when I first met with Dr. Leali for my assessment to my meeting with Dr. Gausden prior to my surgery, everyone was kind and compassionate. They actually listened to my concerns and put my mind at ease. Being a yoga instructor, dance teacher, and former professional dancer, my biggest concern was getting my flexibility back as well as my strength because my body is my livelihood. After my surgery I asked to have my PT with Bob Turner, who is also a former professional dancer. He knew exactly what do specifically for my body as a yoga instructor. I’m so happy with the outcome. Thank you Dr. Gausden and the entire team at HSS. YOU ALL ARE THE BEST!

HSS Providers

Elizabeth B. Gausden, MD, MPH

Elizabeth B. Gausden, MD, MPH

Hip and Knee Replacement Surgeon

Alejandro Leali, MD

Alejandro Leali, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Robert R. Turner, PT, OCS, MS, OM, LAc, PMA®CPT

Robert R. Turner, PT, OCS, MS, OM, LAc, PMA®CPT

Physical Therapy

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