Patient Testimonials About Regenerative Medicine

As a result of the compassionate care we deliver, we develop lasting relationships with our patients.

We often hear from our patients about how the doctors and staff at Meli Orthopedic Centers of Excellence (formerly Orthopedix MD) have helped them. For those of you we hear from, we thank you for passing along your kind words.

Read on to discover what other patients like you had to say about their regenerative medicine (orthobiologics) experience at Meli Orthopedic:

“After years of trying numerous remedies for a torn rotator cuff, I was pleased to finally find relief following PRP and stem cell treatment, followed by a repeat of the PRP procedure. My initial procedure was a little over a year ago. The improvement is amazing. Dr. Poovendran and his staff couldn’t be more professional and compassionate. I am so grateful. I would recommend this procedure to anyone who is seeking pain relief and repair of a rotator cuff – without having to undergo surgery.”
~ Gail F. Barr, MSW

“I tore my MCL while surfing with my teenage son in Hawaii. Although I missed out on some really fun things the rest of that vacation, when I returned home, I found Dr. Poovendran and Meli Orthopedic. Kraig and the whole team took very good care of me. Every step of the process was explained to me and every question I had was answered. The procedure was completed in one office visit and the healing process started very quickly. Within days, I was experiencing additional mobility in my knee and within a few short weeks, I was walking without a limp. A few months later, I was able to squat, which is something I thought I would never be able to do again. It’s been a little over a year since the procedure, and I rarely give a second thought to my knee. I will be forever grateful to Dr. Poovendran and the team at Meli Orthopedic. I'm already planning my next trip to Hawaii, and I know where I am going to surf.”
~ Rich, Morristown, TN

“I injured my left shoulder years ago. It was causing increasing pain, so I saw an orthopedic surgeon. The MRI revealed a 90% tear of my rotator cuff. My original orthopedic surgeon scheduled me for surgery, but after researching what the surgery consisted of and the length of recovery, I searched for an alternative. It turns out stem cell therapy was an option, and I was referred to Dr. Poovendran. After the injections, I didn’t have to keep my shoulder immobilized or sleep in a recliner – or take much pain medication. I started physical therapy right way and slowly got better. It has been 10 months, and I went from hardly being able to lift a gallon of milk to doing lateral raises with 20-pound weights. I’m back to doing pull-ups, which has always been a part of my workout routine. Initially, I was skeptical about stem cell therapy, especially with a 90% tear, but it was the best decision I ever made. Thank you, Dr. Poovendran.”
~ David V., 63

Find out what the excitement is all about when it comes to regenerative medicine. Contact Meli Orthopedic Centers of Excellence (fka Orthopedix MD) to schedule a consultation. Call us at (954) 771-8177 in Fort Lauderdale or at (954) 580-4080 in Margate. You can also request your appointment now.