While performing my duties as a police officer, I injured my shoulder in August of 1993. Since this was was a “Line of Duty” injury, I was sent to a workers compensation doctor who initially prescribed pain pills and anti-inflammatory medication. When it was apparent that the medication was not working, I was sent for a M.R.I. and to an orthopedic surgeon who diagnosed the injury as a possible rotator cuff tear. This doctor continued the medication and wanted to wait nine months before doing anything else.

After several months of no improvement, I requested a second opinion and was referred to Dr. Michael Reilly. After reviewing my records and upon examining me, Dr. Reilly diagnosed my injury as a rotator cuff impingement and started physical therapy immediately. When it became evident that the therapy was not helping, a decision to have corrective surgery was mutually agreed upon. The surgery was preformed in June of 1994 at North Ridge Medical Center on an out-patient basis.

Since my surgery (soon to be 5 years ago), I have not had any problems with my shoulder and play golf, baseball and go bowling on a regular basis. I now look back on the decision to have this surgery as one of the best that I have made, especially considering the fact that my wife, who is a registered nurse, was against it initially. A short time after the surgery, I regained a full range of motion in the shoulder and was returned to work without any restrictions.

I have found Dr. Reilly to be a highly competent doctor who possess both the surgical and social skills desired when dealing with patients. I have been so impressed with him that I have recommended him to friends, family and co-workers without reservation.

Captain R. Manfre