Patient Reviews

I came in with a torn Left Rotator Cuff, which I had already had 1 Surgery on. But after some Rehab at my Local Hospital and with a return trip to see my first Surgeon it was seen in a MRI that what he had done had let go. He then referred me to see Dr. Papandrea and after seeing him he had told me ...

Very friendly and smart doctor/surgeon. Was able to fit me into his schedule. His support staff-RN's, PA, office administration-are great as well. I recommend this doctor to all that have hand, arm, shoulder problems.

A friend recommended Dr. Papandrea, so glad she did, my shoulder replacement allowed normal activities in 7 weeks.

I had a sever bicycle accident and shattered my shoulder

I had a freak bike accident that left me with a broken elbow. I was referred to Dr. Papandrea from the ER, and he called me that same day to consult with me. I was able to get my surgery set up ASAP. He even gives you his personal phone number, in case you would need to contact him post-surgery. (I ...

I have used Rick for my left shoulder rotator cuff back in 2012. I just had my right shoulder rotator cuff done in August of 2020. I couldn't be more happier with both outcomes. He is personable and professional with all care, before, during, and after. I would and have recommended him to a variety ...

I'm very pleased with the shoulder replacement surgery I had with Dr Papandrea.It was an easy and comfortable recovery for me and the new shoulder is a joy. I recommend him highly. He is honest and takes as long as necessary to fully explain the process and recovery issues. I am 65 and feel so much ...

I had an elbow replacement by a different MD and was continuing to have pain and swelling. I requested a second opinion and was seen within5 days. He advised a second surgery after a cat scan. I am now a year post op and he gave me my active life back. Am so glad I got that second opinion

Dr Papandrea treated my fractured left arm and installed hardware. Eleven months later he removed the hardware. He also treated a pinched nerve in my right elbow. All procedures were performed in an outstanding manner and healed very well with no after effects. He it thorough, a good listener, knowl...

Dr. Papandreau has performed 2 shoulder replacements for my wife (one was a “redo” of a previous surgeons work). The results were excellent and she is enjoying horseback riding and an improved quality of life. Rick has been treating chronic hand pain for me and recently performed a successful ha...