South Palm Orthopedics: Dr. David Buchalter

Allen P. Wolneman, RPh.,PD.,FASCP 

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5 years ago

I had original total left hip replacement by another surgeon at another hospital, I suffered for over a year, with 2 revisions and 2 major infections and still a year later with pain. I was referred to Dr.Buchalter and today is 2 weeks after HIS surgery and I am further ahead in my ability to walk and far less pain. I can finally get into and out of a car WITHOUT tears, I was miserable for over a year. Dr. Buchalter was kind, sincere, honest and I cannot say enough good things, Del Ray Hospital was fantastic as well, excelle... read more

Jeff Heichman 

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5 years ago

Had to shut down my ?? tennis game due to intense knee pain. MRI showed minor damage, so I went to Dr Buchalter for a second opinion. He concluded that the knee was fine and suspects the hip was the culprit of my pain. Took a quick hip X-ray in the office which showed bad arthritis. Then using an ultrasound with blue dye, he injected a cortisone shot into my hip to help my tennis game. The shot didn’t help my game so the Dr concluded a total hip replacement was necessary. The operation was a big success - recovery time was 4... read more

Zach Rebackoff 

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5 years ago

I visited Dr. Buchalter in December 2019 for pain in my hip; I am 68 years old and suspected I might need perhaps cortisone shot or physical therapy. Upon his entry to the exam room with his assistant, I was greeted with, "How can I help you"', as if I were in the deli section and was next in line. I explained my situation and was asked to lie down on the exam table. As he went through a series of probing/movements of my legs and thighs, he flatly exclaimed, "The pain is coming from your back, not your hips." With that, he r... read more

marianngerwig 

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5 years ago

Had I not seen him for a second opinion, the first time which was decades ago I would have had a surgery that would have left me with no mobility of my left leg. So I feel I owe him big time. He has treated me over the years for knee issues and has been able to give me the cause of the issues. He will eventually do knee replacements, I will not allow any other doctor to do it. He has also treated my husband, son and my mother. 

sandra silverman no i did not get paid to wri 

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5 years ago

i had a partial knee replacement 1 1/2 yrs ago.i knew something was not right.then asking him questions he had no answers,at all.prior to seeing dr. buckhalter i viewed his commentary on you tube.i knew immediately this guy knew his stuff,totally.i was quite impressed upon seeing him,down to earth guy. raise your leg,which i did.immediately ,without any doubt he said "you need a full knee replacement.surgurey went pertfectly.one month after i had a followup visit.WALK,he said.he was quite impressed.now, i walk with no walker... read more

Patricia Nelson, Deerfield Beach, FL 

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5 years ago

I had a total knee replacement and was very apprehensive because I had heard it was a difficult operation. Dr. Buchalter listened to my fears and concerns and thoroughly and patiently explained the operation and what I could expect. He was very encouraging and positive and after listening to him and asking questions, I was reassured and decided to go ahead with the operation. I was glad I did. Dr. Buchalter is a skilled, very experienced, great surgeon. I had a successful operation and he prescribed post operative care, trea... read more

Marsha Auster 

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5 years ago

Dr. Buchalter is an excellent surgeon. He did a total knee replacement on my right knee. Everything went very well. It's just 2 weeks and I am walking. Recovering very nicely. Only have slight pain when I bend the knee to change to stand or sit. PT is more painful bec they want you to stretch beyond. 

CarolSt 

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5 years ago

Professional and communication is very easy. His staff is knowledgeable and helpful I had a total knee replacement and in a month was weakling without walker or cane. 

Anonymous 

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6 years ago

I knew I was in good hands.