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Colleen's knee surgery

Thanks to West Valley, Colleen went from crawling in severe pain to walking again, gaining independence, and renewed joy in life.

May 27, 2016
Colleen after successful knee surgery at West Valley Medical Center.

Colleen was experiencing severe knee pain for several years. She connected with Dr. George Nicola, orthopedic surgeon, for knee surgery. Colleen went from using a wheelchair to walking and enjoying life again.

"It's a miracle. He is the most wonderful doctor in the world. He saved my life, really, because I wasn't walking. I just had to kind of crawl to take care of my husband honestly.

"I just feel free now, where I can make it and I'm anxious to go on living now."

Published:
May 27, 2016
Location:
West Valley Medical Center

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