Steven Hospodar, MD

Dr Hospodar is an incredible surgeon. He diagnosed me (mid-70s senior) with torn rotator cuff and possible biceps problem, which occurred from life-long "wear & tear" - no fall or injury. Dr H described all my options, I elected surgery. He was straightforward and honest, saying he would know more of my condition once he had eyes on the shoulder in surgery. He performed a rotator cuff repair, and also a biceps tendonesis repair, the latter causing me the most post-op pain. Vivian Foster, his surgical scheduler, prepared me for surgery in the most helpful ways, recommending clothes to wear post-op, the polar ice cube, etc. She was great. His surgical team at Riverside is also fantastic. I communicated with his surgical nurse Kelly Ann Callis who responded to any of my messages immediately! Hannah Pearson, his NP, has seen me twice, post-op and is also superior and knowledgeable about the shoulder, my shoulder recovery, answering all my questions, and encouraging me to use the muscles that are indeed healing. Dr Hospodar post surgery met with my husband and told him he was very pleased with the how the surgery went. Today I am 8 weeks post op, and my pain level, when doing PT, is a mere 3 when my PT pushes me. A bonus to his surgical expertise is that Dr H has a great bedside manner, and down to earth wonderful personality. He is THE best ever.

I'm so glad I took my time to find an orthopedic surgeon. People who know me can vouch for me. Not only do I look up reviews, but I also go to the medical board wevsite and look up any disciplinary actions. Dr. Hospodar record is spotless. He is not only skillful, professional, but also very approachable. He does not treat you like most surgeons of this field that display an arrogance and make you feel as though you can't ask questions. Not Dr. Hospodar. He is very humble. Being that said, he is extremely busy. Thus, you may not see him post-op. His staff is very qualified to continue with your recovery. Thank you, Dr. Hospodar and staff. 💞

Dr. Hospodar is one of the finest doctors and human beings I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. His surgical skill is beyond outstanding his bed side matter is truly welcoming. There is no one else I would ever go to.

He’s well trained, uses time well, energetic, personable, has a great relationship with his team, is well regarded in the medical community, and did my hip replacement in about two hours. I’ll use him for my next hip replacement, based on my good experience.