MULEPACKHUNTER Report post Posted June 28, 2016 Well I'm way past the need to have some work done on my left shoulder. I've been gritting out each day but quality of life is beginning to suffer. Looking for recomendations for the greatest surgeon in az? My current surgeon just seems to be going through the motions and doesn't seem concerned to find and correct the issue. I'm going to wait until after archery this sept then I'll be looking for a knife. Thanks for any insight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jessejohnson63 Report post Posted June 28, 2016 Dr Mullen at ortho Az did both of mine. He is one of the best, if not the best, in Az. I am extremely happy with my surgery! Here is a link to his website https://orthoarizona.org/physician/Daniel-Mullen/95 I would schedule a appointment now because he is booked well in advance for surgery! Good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Explorer Report post Posted June 28, 2016 Have you done a physical therapy routine? Had my shoulder rebuilt 15 years ago. Lasted about three good years and had to resort back to physical therapy and massage. Good luck. The reason I bought my first bow was to condition my shoulder. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cjl2010 Report post Posted June 28, 2016 Craigslist 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GreyGhost85 Report post Posted June 28, 2016 get it cut on and get your crossbow permit for archery hunts this year. Or wait until you get an archery bull tag to get it cut on? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed67 Report post Posted June 28, 2016 I had my left done four weeks ago by Dr Mattalino in Phx and highly recommend him. I put in points only this year but could have done a hunt if drawn. My range of motion was great within days and my strength now is probably 75%. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IA Born Report post Posted June 28, 2016 Dr. Rohrbaugh up here in Flagstaff at Northern AZ Orthopedics did mine. He was great! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muledeerarea33? Report post Posted June 28, 2016 Dr. Scott Slagis in Tucson. He rebuilt my dad's shoulder twice (shoulder and arm were half way down his back after an accident) and he rebuilt my foot after crushing it on a hunting trip, very good doc!! My foot was so bad that I still walk funny but I don't blame it on the doc. He's treated us well and made money off us lol. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
singleshot Report post Posted June 28, 2016 Ripped my left pectoral off my humerus and blew my shoulder out throwing a calf three years ago. Michael Dersam with Arizona orthopedics did a wonderful job on me. Great range of motion and a pretty painless recovery considering the severity. I was elk hunting with my son and carrying a light pack a month later. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snapshot Report post Posted June 28, 2016 Dr. Scott Slagis in Tucson. He rebuilt my dad's shoulder twice (shoulder and arm were half way down his back after an accident) and he rebuilt my foot after crushing it on a hunting trip, very good doc!! My foot was so bad that I still walk funny but I don't blame it on the doc. He's treated us well and made money off us lol. Does he do knee's? I have a knee problem that is keeping me out of the hunting game, and giving me grief at work. I need insurance first. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
naturebob Report post Posted June 28, 2016 Was at the doc today for same thing. Had it done 2+ years ago by a hack in N. Dakota . might need it again down here in AZ. Should of had the first one done here. Can't reccomend this doc. yet. Good luck.................BOB! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muledeerarea33? Report post Posted June 28, 2016 Dr. Scott Slagis in Tucson. He rebuilt my dad's shoulder twice (shoulder and arm were half way down his back after an accident) and he rebuilt my foot after crushing it on a hunting trip, very good doc!! My foot was so bad that I still walk funny but I don't blame it on the doc. He's treated us well and made money off us lol. Does he do knee's? I have a knee problem that is keeping me out of the hunting game, and giving me grief at work. I need insurance first. I'm not sure? I would assume so but don't know. He's on grant near tmc, not far from you actually. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cw4192 Report post Posted June 28, 2016 Had my done at the CORE institute in Sun City West in 2011 and have had zero problems. tore rotator and bicep tendon they did both at same time. 6-8 weeks and I was back after it. Doc's name was araghi (SP) did me good Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MULEPACKHUNTER Report post Posted June 28, 2016 Question? How did they diagnose? I've only had X-ray so far, therapy for 4 weeks now and zero progress. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cactusjack Report post Posted June 28, 2016 +1 for Michael Dersam. A prior Dr told me " your shoulder is inoperable, quit using your arm." I got a second opinion from Michael Dersam, and boom, he fixed my arm. I know another guy on here that will say the same. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
