@magmar Wow, you have been thru a "war". I echo what others are saying about getting to Mayo as your first choice, but since you mention that you are near Philly, do you know about the Rothman Institute across the street from Jefferson Hospital in Philly. I had both knees replaced there in 2004 and 2006 and was walking without pain within hours of the surgery and have great flexibility with both. I understand that the hospital has one whole floor dedicated for Rothman patients. I went to a seminar pre-surgery and they mentioned that the nursing care there was excellent and to see if that was right, I was amazed. Every time I rang the bell for a nurse, someone responded within 15 SECONDS or less. And they made arrangements to get me home or to a nursing facility post surgery so you don't have to have someone come to get you. Now Rothman has many offices throughout the area within 60 or so miles. My surgeon now has hours in KIng of Prussia, and I now live in Lancaster and still see him for routine checks. But if you can get to Mayo, that should be your first choice. Best wishes. gailfaith

Thank you for your recommendations. I live in Florida not Philadelphia

Thinking of going to the Mayo in Jacksonville, FL. Closer than the one in MN.