Patient Reviews: Dr. Lew Papendick
Lew Papendick, MD
The following are reviews from patients of Dr. Papendick.
“Dr. Papendick was top-notch. He was professional yet made me feel comfortable. He showed me my MRI findings while explaining things in a way I could fully understand. He made a new and stressful situation manageable for me.”
– Twyla B.
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“Dr. Papendick was very professional and empathetic in his approach to my patient care. He instills trust in me and hopes for improvement.”
– James H.
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“Dr. Papendick was very good. He allowed my wife to join us on speakerphone and participate in the consultation. Her involvement helped us arrive at a good course of action for treatment. Dr. Papendick administered treatment very efficiently and effectively within 24 hours. I have experienced good results.”
– James H.
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“Dr. Papendick did a great job.”
– Lawrence R.
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“I have seen Dr. Papendick for over 20 years and always thought he was one of the best.”
– Karen A.
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“Dr. Papendick is very personable and professional.”
– Darlene F.
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“I felt like a person, not just a number, and part of the caring facility! Dr. Papendick is the best. He has a very personal, caring manner and listens to the patient. Thank you for a very positive visit.”
– Vonda C.
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“Dr. Papendick always answered all my questions and was always cheerful. ”
– Mikel B.
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“Great job, thank you.”
– Larry C.
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“I saw the Dr. a few minutes earlier than my scheduled appointment time. The procedure was completed promptly and with very little discomfort. I don't know what they could have done that would have made the visit less stressful. ”
– James C.
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“Always a pleasure!”
– Deborah D.
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“As far as my care it was excellent.”
– Betty G.
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“Dr. Papendick has helped me a lot through out the years he helped with my shoulder and my knee. He has always been very professional & easy to talk with. ”
– Gwenda M.
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“feeling good, saw the Doctor several times after surgery, ”
– David D.
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“Have had 2 hips and 2 shoulders replaced at BHO. Dr. Papendick did both shoulders, the last in Feb of 2016. I am already doing all activities as before the surgery. This includes mountain biking, hunting, fishing, and golfing (no it did not improve my score). The four surgeries fit into the, "no big deal" category. I was treated very well by all the folks at BHO and the therapist at their facility.”
– Terry M.
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“Dr. Lew gave me a new knee, or at least a total knee replacement. I can not express enough how much I appreciate the work that he did for me. My leg has not felt this good in years! Lew was very up front with me on what to expect and what I would have to do, and he was right on the money. The staff have always taken care of me when necessary. Many thanks to everyone!”
– Edward L.
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“Knee pain. Dr. Papendick was very professional.”
– Evelyn G.
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“Dr. Papendick is a great doctor.”
– Phyllis D.
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“Lew Papendick is just the BEST! VERY personable and understanding! Easy to talk to and relate to! EXCELLENT surgeon! Not one complaint! Both new shoulder and new hip doing fine!”
– James N.
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“Dr. Papendick is an amazing surgeon as well as an awesome person. He stopped me in the hall at BHOSC when we were there for something else and visited. Wonderful doctors and amazing facility. Would recommend it to everyone.”
– Kathy S.
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“Kind, compassionate, caring, explains the details well”
– David D.
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“I went to Dr. Papendick with a problem in my right shoulder. He started my treatment by using minimally invasive treatments (cortisone shot, PT, etc.). As my shoulder worsened, he talked to me about all of the possible treatments he could do, including surgery. By March 2016, I had lost total us of my right arm and it was determined that I needed surgery. Dr. Papendick detailed to me what he would be doing, including fixing anything he finds that was detailed in the MRI. The day after my surgery (which was March 22), I had regained total use of my arm back. I could move it all around and actually grab things again. Words can't describe how ecstatic I was! To be right-arm (my dominant arm) functional again brought back my normal life again! Dr. Papendick and all of the folks who were involved in my surgery are true angels to me. Thanks to everyone!”
– Brett D.
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“I had had a torn meniscus several years ago. It was starting to bother me so I went in to see Dr. Papendick and once he looked at my X-ray he immediately said I need a new knee. This was in October of 2014, I was terrified to have surgery and recovery during the winter months, due to snow and ice, so I held off until I good weather, andthen of course it was one visitor coming to town after another, so it seemed like it just was not going to happen. Finally, at the end of August we got it done. Dr. Papendick and all the Staff at the Surgical Hospital were the greatest Physical Therapy staff were awesome, pushed me just hard enough to make me feel it, but not to the point of no return. I LOVE all of the staff there at Black Hills Orthopedic & Spine Center. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You.”
– Noreen W.
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“I saw Dr. Papendick about a shoulder problem. I was so impressed how I was treated by Dr. Papendick & his nurse. I felt like a "person", not just a patient. He was so personable & took time to explain X-rays, the MRI & his recommendation for treatment. I did not have to sit & wait for an hour in the waiting room or treatment room either.”
– Judy E.
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“Had surgery on both shoulders and right knee. Multiple shots in those joints also and physical therapy. Very knowledgeable on what he is doing. and love your hospital and all the staff. Very satisfied.”
– Arling M.
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