Pensacola librarian finds relief from knee pain with surgery
Dr. Eugene Dabezies, an orthopedic surgeon with Ascension Sacred Heart Orthopedics helps patients with joint pain, knee and hip replacements in Pensacola, Florida.
Laura had unbearable knee pain, and this Pensacola librarian needed relief. Simple tasks like walking around the school library had become increasingly difficult. Her job required her to stand and walk for long periods, but the constant knee pain made it challenging to perform her duties comfortably.
After trying various treatments, including injections for both her hips and knees, her primary doctor referred her to Dr. Eugene Dabezies, an orthopedic surgeon with Ascension Sacred Heart Orthopedics. In May 2024, Dr. Dabezies performed a right knee replacement on Laura. Since the surgery, Laura has experienced improvement, and her right knee no longer causes the same debilitating pain.
After the success of her first surgery, Laura recently had surgery on her left knee, hoping it will provide the same positive results.
Dr. Dabezies said, “We are always grateful when patients continue to trust us with their care. Laura had two successful knee replacements, and our team will be here to support her throughout her recovery.”
What Laura appreciates most about Dr. Dabezies and his team is their thorough and well-organized approach to care. From pre-operative consultations to post-surgery recovery, she said, “The care team is extremely focused on preparation. I took specific supplements, did targeted exercises, and followed detailed instructions to get my body ready for surgery. The professionalism of Dr. Dabezies and his staff, both in the office and at the hospital, is exceptional."
Looking ahead, Laura is excited to return to the hobbies and activities she had to put on hold due to her joint pain. She looks forward to traveling again and enjoys the simple joy of shopping with friends.
Ascension Sacred Heart is recognized by Healthgrades as one of the Top 100 Orthopedic Hospitals in the country and is also named a U.S. News Best Regional Hospital. Our Joint Replacement Center holds advanced certification from The Joint Commission on Accreditation and is the only center in the region with this distinction.
Our team of orthopedic specialists is dedicated to delivering exceptional, high-quality outcomes.
You don’t have to live with pain. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Dabezies today by clicking this link.
Last updated: January 8, 2025
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