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Had my right knee done a year ago by a highly recognized Tampa surgeon. Pain was a 9/10 for 2-3 weeks, and I was in PT for 12 weeks...on pain meds for all that time. Had my left knee done this past November by Dr. Nguyen. Pain was 2/10, went to PT 3 times before being released by P.A. with 125 degree flex. Was line dancing at Spanish Springs at 3 weeks post surgery. Off pain meds after 2 weeks, and only used them to sleep. You don't need to wait many months to see doctor and schedule surgery if you are willing to have your initial appointment scheduled with the PA instead of the doctor. At least that way, you can get on the surgery schedule. Only concern I have is that there is a fair amount of disorganization within this practice, probably because Dr. Nguyen takes on too many patients for the staff he employs. It is important to check and double check appointment times, etc. Things seem to change quickly, and not always with advanced notice. None the less, the ends justify the means, in my opinion.