Comments: I had a PAO (periacetabular osteotomy) surgery for hip dysplasia in June 2020 with Dr. Davidovitch. I was referred by another doctor in the NYU Langone network who treated my left hip labrum repair.
Leading up to surgery, Dr. Davidovitch clearly explained my treatment options, pros and cons, and we did specifically positioned x-rays to inform the recommended approach, which ended up being the PAO. Pre-op I also had an excellent experience with the staff (both administrative staff and the nurse practitioner) who supported a seamless scheduling experience, quickly and thoroughly answered all my questions, and worked with me to provide a financial plan that met my needs. Post- op the nurse practitioner was always available and quickly answered all questions, helping me and my care team to feel as good as possible after such a serious surgery. I’m about 6 months out, and my hip is doing great!
Regarding room for improvement, I did have to find my PT place on my own which was a bit annoying (I asked for a recommendation and didn’t get one). I also was frustratingly dismissed when I expressed shoulder pain when transitioning off crutches, and thankfully another doctor took me more seriously and we realized my shoulder was partially dislocating. This is why I’m taking off one star from my review.
Overall, Dr. Davidovitch focused on my hip and got me on track to live a much more comfortable life. I’ve transitioned from a physical therapy program to personal training for people recovering from serious injuries. At 28 years old, I went from pain while walking short distances to being able to strength train 3 times a week and do spin classes twice a week on my home stationary bike. It’s par for the course to get pain here and there since it’s under a year post-op, but I’m optimistic it will continue to lessen as I approach a full year post-surgery.
Leading up to surgery, Dr. Davidovitch clearly explained my treatment options, pros and cons, and we did specifically positioned x-rays to inform the recommended approach, which ended up being the PAO. Pre-op I also had an excellent experience with the staff (both administrative staff and the nurse practitioner) who supported a seamless scheduling experience, quickly and thoroughly answered all my questions, and worked with me to provide a financial plan that met my needs. Post- op the nurse practitioner was always available and quickly answered all questions, helping me and my care team to feel as good as possible after such a serious surgery. I’m about 6 months out, and my hip is doing great!
Regarding room for improvement, I did have to find my PT place on my own which was a bit annoying (I asked for a recommendation and didn’t get one). I also was frustratingly dismissed when I expressed shoulder pain when transitioning off crutches, and thankfully another doctor took me more seriously and we realized my shoulder was partially dislocating. This is why I’m taking off one star from my review.
Overall, Dr. Davidovitch focused on my hip and got me on track to live a much more comfortable life. I’ve transitioned from a physical therapy program to personal training for people recovering from serious injuries. At 28 years old, I went from pain while walking short distances to being able to strength train 3 times a week and do spin classes twice a week on my home stationary bike. It’s par for the course to get pain here and there since it’s under a year post-op, but I’m optimistic it will continue to lessen as I approach a full year post-surgery.