“Prior to having TKR on both knees I had a 6 cm baker cyst behind my left knee and a little smaller one on my right knee. They could not remove the cysts they said I needed to fix the problem that I needed TKR. I could not go up and down the stairs without pain, could not walk more then 15 minutes without my knee doubling in size. I could not squat, was restricted on my exercising (could not do leg lifts without bending my knees. I had TKR on my left leg 3/16/16 and on my right 4/27/16. Today in just 10 weeks I am back at the gym doing my spin class, leg lifts with my legs completely straight. I have full range of motion (would like to thank Angel my physical therapist and Virtua in Motion in Washington Township for helping me) attained a bending degree of 135 and 0 degree straight within 4 weeks after surgery. I am able to go up and down stairs without holding on to the railing I have not done that for over 10 years. I have people stopping me at my gym and elsewhere asking me where did I get my TKR done because they know people that have had it done over a year ago and are not doing as well. I tell them I had the best Dr. Schoifet at Virtua. Dr. Schoifet and his staff have thought of everything to make TKR a simple, painless process. The phrase "Got my life back" applies 100%. Thank you Dr. Schoifet, Sandy Dilullo, Kristen. You were all great!!”
“Very informative and kind.”
“Dr. Schoifet explained everything to me before my surgery and everything he said was exactly consistent with my experience. The emails prior to surgery was very helpful and reduced any anxiety I had. I never had any pain. The hospital staff -- nurses and techs were helpful and they smiled!”
“As a nurse, I am well informed about the care needed to resolve joint pain. I do not want narcotic pain medication, I want results and with Reconstructive Orthopedics, I get results. Dr. Schoifet will tell you exactly what you need to do and can be trusted for treatment. Love the Bordentown office staff!!! Not to say I look forward to coming back (means I have a problem), but if I need to do so, I know where I will be coming! Thanks!”
“Outstanding! Everyone was caring, warm and professional! I have recommended to all my friends and one of them is scheduled for knee replacement.”
“Very impressed with the doctor, staff and office and nurse navigator Sandy.”
“I am a retired transplant nurse. After 20 years of nursing my knees were really starting to bother me. It affected my work and family activities. My family, for several years, was pushing for me to see hat could be done. I tried the injections every 6 months but they didn't help mich. I was hesitant to consider surgery because of the long recovery period. Then a friend told me about Dr. Schoifet and his approach to knee surgery. I had both my knees done last year 3 months apart. I just had my 1-year checkup and I'm feeling great. I go to the gym 3-4 times a week. I have fun again with my grandkids and I am looking forward to dancing at my class reunion this fall.
If I could give more then 5 stars I highly recommend Dr. Schoifet and his entire staff.”
“My experience at Virtua Hospital with Dr. Scott Schoifet has been excellent in every way. The professional that was evidenced at every level was first class. Dr. Schoifet is a surgeon par excellence and I feel confident that my second surgery of a knee replacement will be very successful.”
“Personable. Took time with my history and gave me exact options to fit my needs.”
“Two surgeries left and right hip. Awesome all the way around!!!!!!!!!! I would recommend you guys to everybody!!!!!!!!!!!”
“The best ortho doc I've ever had and had a few. Staff was excellent also from the top on down everyone was very professional and patient. The entire experience went just great always communication with me on all levels. Thank you all so much I will be referring friends and family to Reconstructive Orthopedics, have a great summer, I am now finally after many years of discomfort.”
“Total knee replacement...excellent recovery. Very pleased with the surgery and recovery.”
“I want to write a letter to you complimenting your staff and facilities at the new Voorhees Joint Replacement Institute. I had both of my knees replaced this year- one in April, 2013 and one in June 2013. My physician and team is Dr. Schoifet and his Joint Replacement Team.
I have been a nurse for over 30 years and I wanted to let you know that these 2 surgeries were truly best care I have ever received during a hospitalization. Dr. Schoifet and his Physician Assistants- Kristen and Erin have given me such good care throughout the entire course of both surgeries and my recovery period. They are a phenomenal team and I cannot say enough about all of them.”
“Today marks 13 weeks since you and your team performed total knee replacement on my left knee. I am very happy that I chose you and your staff to perform my knee surgery. From the time I first called in July 2013 to make my first appointment until I left the hospital 13 weeks ago, I was treated better than I have ever experienced a surgery/hospital stay. Each and every staff member was kind, thoughtful and exceptionally knowledgeable in my procedure. Thank you Dr. Schoifet for a great surgery- friends and acquaintances still cannot believe how well it went for me. I continue to recommend and give out your number. Thank you all again.”
“Although I have not completed my recovery from my knee replacement surgery, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you and your medical staff for making this experience stress free. Your staff at all of your facilities treated me not just as a patient, but also as a person. Your administrative staffs at both facilities show the same professional and personal skill in handling all the medical forms and processing for the preparation of the surgery. Thanks again.”
“Dr. Schoifet replaced my left knee on June 16th and my right knee and July 26th, 2011. I was visiting Elk Mountain on January 6, 2012. Less than 6 months after the surgeries! The 1st of several ski days that year and many more planned for this year including a week in Vail. I was not able to ski anymore, before the surgeries. It's great to be active again. I'm extremely grateful for having found you, Dr. Schoifet. The surgery was, amazingly, fairly pain-free and best of all, no surprises. You're the best!!”
“Dr. Scott Schoifet came to me highly recommended as the ONLY person to see if I was considering total knee replacement. I am the first to admit all I heard was true and then some. Everyone in the organization made me feel comfortable, well informed, and knowledgeable. My decision to get both of my knees replaced within 6 weeks was certainly difficult, but choosing Reconstructive Orthopedics and Dr. Schoifet made the whole process very positive, even better than imagined. My only question is; "why did I wait so long?"”
“I want to express my heartfelt thanks to Dr. Scott Schoifet for his remarkable surgical skills. He performed minimally invasive knee replacement surgery and restored the functionality of my knee and completely alleviated my pain. I was quite incapacitated prior to the surgery. The fact that I was able to return to my home the day of surgery was truly a remarkable feat. I am forever grateful.”
“It's been 6 months since my 1st partial knee replacement and 3 months since my 2nd partial knee replacement and life is so different. I just wanted to say how thankful I am for all your wonderful and perfect work you have done for me. Before your magic hands, Dr. Schoifet, my life was not looking very promising and I was worried I would not be able to walk or run without help. I must say I was very scared to talk to you and for years I just dealt with the pain. Now I can walk the mall, do gardening, and do the little things we all take for granted, without pain. The most special gift of all is I can play with my 17 month old granddaughter without fear of pain. So, my dear doctor, God has given you a wonderful and very special gift to help others. Thank you so much for what you have given back to me (The only tears I have these days is tears of joy) - just being able to live life to the fullest.”
