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Mary-Jo Ehrlich

Mary-Jo Ehrlich

Albany, NY

Knee Replacement

Mary-Jo Ehrlich

I had arthritis in both of my knees. I had one replaced in the city where I reside and it was a very painful procedure and recovery. Mostly because I was not cared for post-op. I went to Dr. Ranawat to see how to stop the pain. He removed scar tissue from the nerve and it stopped.

When I found Dr. Ranawat, my life turned around and my pain ended. Ended. I have no pain in either knee, now after many years of suffering and being restricted from most any activity, I am able to do all that I once did and more.

My second knee replacement was in Fall 2022 at HSS under the care of Dr. Ranawat. I am grateful for the personal attention that I received from the minute I walked in the door. Every possible question was asked of me to help address my health issues, and I was kept informed for months before surgery which lessened my fear. Day of surgery, I met the most thoughtful, kind anesthesiologist who alleviated any remaining fears. I awoke with mild pain and remained that way all through the weeks after. I rarely used pain medicine. Easy recovery, painless knee, grateful for these amazing doctors and the hospital that accepted me as a patient.

The ONLY place to go for excellent care and best results. Thank you all.

HSS Providers

Amar S. Ranawat, MD

Amar S. Ranawat, MD

Hip and Knee Replacement Surgeon

Uchenna O. Umeh, MD

Uchenna O. Umeh, MD

Anesthesiologist

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