Oh my, I know your pain. I searched the US for an orthopedic surgeon who was skilled and experienced w/ a treatment of a full-thickness gluteus medius tear and ultimately a gluteus maximus transfer and found Dr. Shane Nho at Midwest Rush Orthopedics, Chicago. He referred me to Dr. Robert Burnett. I meet w/ Dr. Burnett June 6, 2025 and schedule surgery soon after. You know this surgery is difficult, tricky and the rehab is long. So I wish you success with your search. There are only a few orthopedic surgeons who provide this difficult surgery. And I've come to believe that the success of the surgery depends on the experience and knowledge of the orthopedic surgeon. So the best of luck to you.