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Patient Story of: Aliza Avital

Brooklyn, NY

Knee Replacement

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If you are considering knee replacement surgery and are fortunate enough to have Dr. Sculco as your surgeon, you can feel completely confident that you are in the very best hands.

Aliza Avital

Dr. Peter Sculco came highly recommended by a friend who had undergone a knee replacement, and I am incredibly grateful that I took her advice and scheduled an appointment.

From my very first visit, Dr. Sculco put me completely at ease. His warmth, kindness, and calm demeanor immediately stood out. He took the time to listen, answer my questions, and help me feel confident about whatever decision I chose to make. When I ultimately decided to move forward with a total knee replacement, I did so with complete trust in his expertise and experience. From the start, I knew I had come to the right place and felt fortunate to be under his care.

Now, four weeks after surgery, I can honestly say the entire experience has exceeded my expectations. My recovery has been going remarkably well, and I have felt supported every step of the way. In fact, I looked forward to my post-operative appointment because I was eager to thank Dr. Sculco in person for everything he had done for me.

When he walked into the room, I felt an overwhelming sense of gratitude and immediately wanted to give him a hug—which, of course, I did. That moment reflected just how much his skill, care, and compassion meant to me throughout this journey.

If you are considering knee replacement surgery and are fortunate enough to have Dr. Sculco as your surgeon, you can feel completely confident that you are in the very best hands. He is not only an exceptional surgeon but also a genuinely caring physician who makes a life-changing experience feel much less daunting. I recommend him wholeheartedly.

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Peter K. Sculco, MD

Peter K. Sculco, MD

Hip and Knee Replacement Surgeon

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