Patient Reviews

Thank you for choosing Orthopedic Associates for your care. We take pride in helping our patients overcome injuries, relieve pain, and return to active, healthy lifestyles.

In this section, you can read stories from patients we’ve treated about their experiences and recoveries under our care.

Read what our patients are saying about Orthopedic Associates.

  • “Couldn't ask for anything better in a doctor. Super personable and knows exactly what to do with my injury. A++”

    – James K.

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    Treating Doctor:  Matthew J. Sciotti, M.D.
  • “My experience with Dr Scott was excellent. Very friendly, explained what was going to happen during hip revision and willing to listen. Excellent bedside manner. ”

    – Mark B.

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    Treating Doctor:  Scott M. Heithoff, D.O.
  • “Very good.”

    – Joseph Z.

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  • “Dr. Makim was very to the point what had to be done and what he would do. Very helpful thru out my time with him. I am very satisfied with me experience there and very happy with the results. Thank You Dr. Makim!”

    – Robert B.

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  • “I was very pleased with the Dr's evaluation and professionalism. He approached my injury methodically and was able to relieve my pain. Once the MRI was complete he thoroughly explained what he thought had caused my distress and explained why I would not need surgery in terms that were easy to understand. ”

    – Duane W.

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    Treating Doctor:  Scott M. Heithoff, D.O.
  • “I called on a Monday and told receptionist that I was leaving Wednesday for a ski trip to Utah and asked if there was any way I could get in for a cortisone injection in my ankle. She was able to get me in at 11:00 am the same day I called. Dr. Braaksma was on time, reviewed and discussed my ankle issue and did the procedure. Great service! ”

    – Jim S.

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    Treating Doctor:  William Braaksma, M.D.
  • “Follow up problem with right knee. Dr. checked it for any new issues and prescribed PT to help strengthen the muscles which were weakened.”

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    Treating Doctor:  Scott M. Heithoff, D.O.
  • “This doctor seems skilled and knowledgeable. He listens and remembers my circumstances. He has responded to my physical therapist's phone question. I have confidence in him.”

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    Treating Doctor:  William Braaksma, M.D.
  • “I see Dr Sciotti on a regular basis, but yesterday he was exceptionally very concerned about me & my severe low back pain. I am always pleased with the care I receive, but I really appreciated his & his staffs care! You always deliver care with kind gentleness & medical expertise. Our area is so fortunate to have care of this quality in our area!!! Thank you”

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    Treating Doctor:  Matthew J. Sciotti, M.D.
  • “I had a very good experience at OA. The staff was very courteous and efficient. Dr. Heithoff was respectful of my time and very knowledgeable. I would highly recommend OA to others.”

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    Treating Doctor:  Scott M. Heithoff, D.O.
  • “When I was thirteen years old I blew out my ACL playing basketball. Dr. Murphy performed my surgery and with the help from Marc also from OA I was able to get back to playing high school sports and training in martial arts. After high school I began training harder in martial arts which led to two more knee surgeries scar tissue removal and a meniscus tear on the same knee. Dr. Murphy knows that sports are very important to me and that I will always push myself so he got me able to go back to doing the things that I love. I am currently fourth in the state of Michigan for my age and rank sparring division and I also took third in World Karate and Kickboxing Championships this past November. I would highly recommend Dr. Murphy and the members of Orthopedic Associates for anybody with sports related injuries. ”

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    Treating Doctor:  Todd P. Murphy, M.D.
  • “Dr. Braaksma has done a wonderful job getting my broken arm set. He has a great "bed side manner" and really takes pride in doing what is best for his patients. We also really love his Secretary, Terri Sickles, but then we might be a bit biased.”

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    Treating Doctor:  William Braaksma, M.D.
  • “Very nice clean respectful quick to get you in very polite , they took very good care of me.”

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    Treating Doctor:  William Braaksma, M.D.
  • “Vert informative and Dr Heithoff was very professional and informative”

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    Treating Doctor:  Scott M. Heithoff, D.O.
  • “I've been seeing dr.makim.since 2004 he did my right hip replacement. And has taken care of my feet.for a while now.when I brake something to my foot.he is the best doctor. He referred me to doctor scottie for my back is really like him he has helped me alot.ty so much Sharon K.”

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  • “Great! Dr.Murphy is amazing with student athletes! Thank you!”

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    Treating Doctor:  Todd P. Murphy, M.D.
  • “I broke my L4 vertebrae and really didn't realize it for almost two weeks. My back didn't heal after my home remedies, so I thought I had better get to a specialist. I'd been to ORTHOPEDICS ASSOCIATES several years ago, as well as my family, so I made the appointment. After a few sets of exrays, I was referred to Dr Pasia. I can't tell how professional and comforting he was, from his dress to his diagnosis and plan to heal my back. No mention of any surgery, which was very comforting. When something like this happens, the average "lay" person has no idea how this problem will be resolved. I was so happy to have my back healed up in six weeks, and VERY happy to go back to work. Thanks again!”

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    Treating Doctor:  E. Neil Pasia, D.O.
  • “Dr. Scott Heithoff was very personable and explained my symptoms and treatment very well.”

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    Treating Doctor:  Scott M. Heithoff, D.O.
  • “Very nice ppl !! My son has been here 2 times and hope he doesn't break anymore bones but if he does we will be coming back here. ”

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    Treating Doctor:  Scott M. Heithoff, D.O.
  • “I had an ACL and partial meniscus tear during a high school basketball game, and fractured my knee cap. Dr. Makim performed my knee surgeries, and I did my rehab with Marc at OA. Dr. Makim and Marc knew from the beginning how bad I wanted to be back in the gym, and they were incredibly supportive during my journey. The entire staff at Orthopedic Associates made me feel like family, and their support and encouragement during my treatment made all the difference in my recovery. I was able to compete again at the High School level, and was lucky enough to continue playing softball at the college level for the SCCCC Skippers. I have recommended Dr. Makim, Orthopedic Associates and the OA Physical Therapy program to family and friends, and I am very thankful for the wonderful care and support that I received.”

    – Sarah M.

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  • “Dr. Makim has been treating me for about three years!!! He is awesome. I had been dealing with severe pain caused by bone on bone osteoarthritis for many years. First, I got a few series of Euflexxa injections and finally had Total Knee Replacement Surgery in January!! Everyone was so nice and considerate and now I am back to living my active life again!! I had limited myself so much because of the pain and now I am really living again!! Everyone I dealt with was kind, caring, very considerate and very knowledgeable!! Thank you all so much for giving me back my life!!!”

    – Isabelle N.

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  • “Dr. Braaksma and the Staff at Orthopedic Associates of Port Huron are a very caring and empathetic group of people. They are easy to reach and very respectful of the patients time. Dr. Braaksma's goal is to get you feeling better and keeping your mobility.”

    – Patricia W.

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    Treating Doctor:  William Braaksma, M.D.
  • “I was first referred to Dr. Doss. What a very down to earth, warm, funny,  kind and personable doctor I have ever been blest to see. After reviewing my MRI he referred me to Dr. E. Pasia. Before we left Dr. Doss he rattled off several one-line jokes that made me beg to him "I was all  laughed out, with tears running down my face". I practically pushed him out of the exam room, I could not take any more. He totally made the rest of my day. "GOD PLEASE BLESS THIS MAN". Also he referred me to see Dr. E. Pasia. Another personable , warm, kind and funny  doctor with one-line jokes also. I think there was some competition between the two doctors. Anyway after reviewing my MRI, he suggested I receive physical therapy first. I had the P.T. and it is working. I do my exercises ( 2 1/2 hrs. per day ) as many times a week as possible. I tell everyone who needs to see a specialist my experience with O.A. I must admit I was very very skeptical to go to them after my bad experience with an Orthopedic doctor several years ago in Southfield,  Mich. ( not related to O.A. ). A VERY WARM THANK YOU to Doctors Doss and Pasia. I am forever grateful.”

    – Bryan C.

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    Treating Doctor:  E. Neil Pasia, D.O.
  • “Dr. Heithoff performed a total knee replacement on my right knee and straightened my leg. He had replaced my left knee two months earlier. Both surgeries went very well and I was up and moving around after the surgeries On the same day. I realized almost immediately I no longer had arthritic pain in my knees After a couple of weeks I didn't need my walker and started using a cane. I am looking forward to a great summer and fall being able to walk my dog, ride my bike, and garden with ease and no pain. I went to Orthopedic Associates for physical therapy. The staff and therapists are very friendly and professional. They have helped me make tremendous progress and provided encouragement and support.  I would highly recommend using their services. Thanks so much for everything!!”

    – Susan C.

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    Treating Doctor:  Scott M. Heithoff, D.O.
  • “Outstanding results. My lower back problem was quickly resolved. Dr. Sciotti and staff are excellent people to work with.”

    – George

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    Treating Doctor:  Matthew J. Sciotti, M.D.