Patient Reviews
Thank you for choosing Kansas Joint & Spine Specialists for your care. We take pride in helping our patients overcome injuries, relieve pain, and return to active, healthy lifestyles.
In this section, you can read stories from patients we’ve treated about their experiences and recoveries under our care.
Read what our patients are saying about Kansas Joint & Spine Specialists.
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- “Dr. Damion Walker is AMAZING! He is not only the Best Orthopedic & Robotic Assist Surgeon in the Midwest...the best Surgeons come to him to learn how to be proficient in robotic-assisted joint replacements. Dr. Walker gave me back my youth, energy, and what was taken from me the past "bad" surgeries I had had. Dr. Walker does not sugar coat, he will not tell you something that you don't need. Listen to his direction and you will be a success story too! He is highly respected in this community both in the medical field and by patients. I recommend him to everyone I see struggling, limping, or in need. Nine (9) of my acquaintances & friends over the last 2 years and they chose have been blessed by Dr. Walker and his team. One Friend Pam had a crushed shoulder with a new Rotary Cuff, many with Total Knees and a friend most recent with a Total Hip Replacement. She had had the other one done prior by a different surgeon out of state years ago...She said, she was not looking forward to this one, but it was a breeze. All the surgeries I know of had been a huge success! My story included, but I started with a torn Medial Meniscus in 3 places from a personal trainer I had hired. I found a knee surgeon, by word of mouth only. I did not research or interview any other surgeons, I had surgery, it failed, we went back in 7 weeks later and my surgeon was intoxicated assuming from the night before and I tried to stop the surgery but He and his team denied me that right. That surgery was worse than the first, more painful, he took all of the meniscus leaving me bone on bone. we did, but it was worse, and I could hardly walk. Arthritis which I had never had, now was taking over and the pain was horrible..throwing my hip and other knee off. I was getting 40-55 cc of fluid drained of my knee every other week. The Bill's were also stacking up and life as I knew it was over. I was at a point in my life that I did not think I would ever have "quality of life" back. I became a candidate for my own Stem Cell therapy and that helped for 1 year. Then my Insurance Company dropped out of KS. It just seemed to be getting worse. I talked to one of my nurse clients and she said...you don't have to live like this. Call Dr. Walker, then someone else said his name. Well, I went through that before. I was not about to just go by hearsay. I knew I was not going back to my old surgeon, I had some issues that I won't mention him...saying, but it led me to seek a better more qualified Surgeon. So, the reason I shared my journey with you...is I did the " Leg Work" pursay - Don't bother looking for anyone else. Dr. Walker cares about making sure he gives you a new joint that feels and acts as if you were born with it. He may not have the sweetalking outgoing bedside manner ladies like to have (no offense Dr. W), and he may not come to visit you each visit to make you feel warm and fuzzy. Know this, He does care about you and he wants you to have the best care, that's why he has the best Team alongside him. He is only one man, trying to fix many people. So, don't discount his seriousness for lack of concern. I guarantee you, you will be thanking him every day for the rest of your life!!!! So, I did my research & I watched Dr. Walkers videos on YouTube and any Dr. willing to put videos online is obviously amazing, Don't make the same mistake I made, chose the right Dr. the first time...save time money and quality of life!!! If I or my family should ever need any joint repair or replaced in the future Dr. Walker will be doing the surgery!”– Rene W.Patient Rating:
- “I have never had a bad experience. All the nurses and technicians and the doctor have always been thorough and very respectable. I do appreciate all the help!”– Don L.Patient Rating:
- “Excellent, as always. Thank you.”– Valorie G.Patient Rating:
- “This Dr. came highly recommended, and after my visit to see what he thought was wrong w/ my leg, I feel no need for the second opinion. He was straightforwardly knowledgeable when showing me my X-ray. I appreciate that. I left feeling less stress over knowing what I’m dealing with and what I need to do to make a full recovery thanks to him. ”– Penny B.Patient Rating:
- “I'm going to keep this short Dr. Whitaker & Melissa Bailey were great. My pain before my surgery is all gone it's great. Thank you both very much.”– Rondy M.Patient Rating:
- “The chronic pain in my left hip and leg from stenosis was unbearable, it affected my mood at work and left me unable to enjoy life. I heard how great Dr. Whitaker was so I decided to put this in his hands. I knew the minute I put my feet on the floor after surgery that my pain was gone. His staff is friendly, they treat you like family and Dr. Whitaker's bedside manners, and his soft voice is very comforting and reassuring. My co-workers, family and above all myself thank you, D.r Whitaker and Melissa, for giving me my life back. The gift you have is unlike anything I have experienced in the medical field. Keep up the great work and give others their life again as you did for me.”– Carla P.Patient Rating:
- “Dr. Walker is very professional and personable! I feel very comfortable talking to him about my problem and he always answers all of my questions. I was nervous changing Doctors, but due to insurance I had to change. Dr. Walker has put me at ease and I am happy he is my new Doctor!!”– Marchella G.Patient Rating:
- “Dr. Walker is a great Doctor and so is the staff. He always takes his time and listens.”– Kimberlee I.Patient Rating:
- “I had a very good experience with Dr. Walker and his staff. Everyone at Kansas Joint and Spine are very nice. I had one knee replacement in March and one in November. I am number 505 using robotics and it is great!! Thanks Dr. Walker!!!”– Morse N.Patient Rating:
- “Dr. Whitaker said he was 80% sure that he could end the pain I had experienced for the past three years and he did exactly that. Recovery was tough but the results are wonderful. I have no back pain. I highly recommend Dr. Whitaker and his staff. They are great. ”– Carl D.Patient Rating:
- “I can't say enough good things about Dr. Whitaker, Mellisa, P.A., and staff. I was having problems with my lower back causing my legs to tingle and go numb. During my initial consultation, I immediately felt very comfortable with Dr. Whitaker. Dr. explained in detail what he needed to do to correct my problems. From the day of my surgery to the present, I've not had one regret. Thank You, Dr. Whitaker, Melissa, and staff. ”– Monica G.Patient Rating:
- “ I want to thank everyone whom I came in contact with from my Dr. all the way to the cleaning staff. I was made to feel at home and welcomed. I think it helps a person convalesce because you fee that someone cared. Thank you. ”– Linda K.Patient Rating:
- “From checking in to the x-ray techs to Dr. Whitaker taking his time to explain why I'm in constant pain. For also, giving me a couple of options to think about moving forward. He genuinely seemed to care. ”– Denise T.Patient Rating:
- “For several years I've been walking stooped over and in pain. Shots to the backed helped; however, pain returned months after. I was limping and needed a walking stick for assistance. I finally decided enough was enough and I needed to have surgery. As an RN working in a hospital, I asked co-workers who did they suggest. Dr. Whitaker was the answer I found. His staff made me feel most at eased, both Dr. Whitaker and APRN Melissa Bailey explained the procedure to me, and my family. My hospital post-op stay was difficult but expected. They checked in on me regularly and ensured all questions were answered and my needs were met. I am currently going to PT twice a week to build up the muscles I had not used for years but I am walking straight, upright, and without any canes/sticks/walkers to assist me and with no more pain. I will be playing golf next summer with my friends. I got my life back and am not going to waste it in pain or suffering. I highly recommend these folks and only wish I had done this surgery years ago. To my new best friends at Kansas Joint & Spine Specialist. Thank you. ”– Richard M.Patient Rating:
- “Dr. Walker listens to me and recommended what to be done, and the results are great. He is excellent.”– Larry O.Patient Rating:
- “The complete staff was so supportive and made me feel like a valued person and patient. From the moment I walked in and spoke to the front desk staff, to each nurse, PA, and doctor, my questions and concerns were met with compassion and a desire to help me have a better quality of life.”– Beverly M.Patient Rating:
- “I have a long-standing relationship with Dr. Walker and will have no one else provide orthopedic care. Exceptional surgeon and wonderful man. I'm sure he cares about me and it shows in everything he does. ”– Earl W.Patient Rating:
- “It was a pleasant visit. Dr. Whitaker is easy to talk to and very concerning.”– Janice N.Patient Rating:
- “Dr. Bruner is the best at what he does. He has always treated me respectfully and seems to care about my welfare genuinely. I'm very appreciative of all he has done for me. ”– Roger S.Patient Rating:
- “I was in extreme pain before my surgery. Now I can continue doing the things that like to do. ”– Lawrence L.Patient Rating:
- “Anytime I've been to this office I'm appreciative and thankful that the staff is friendly and helpful. From the office manager to the nurse's and Dr. Camden Whitaker, I am pleased with my care provided by this team of people. Keep up the positive atmosphere!! ”– Tina S.Patient Rating:
- “Very cautious about performing any surgery until all other avenues have been utilized. I will be having surgery on my back to fix a very debilitating sciatic problem which I have been dealing with for almost two years now. I am very pleased that Dr. Whitaker can solve my pain problem.”– Carroll H.Patient Rating:
- “The surgery Dr. Whitaker performed truly saved my life. I recommend him to everyone I meet experiencing the same problems I had!!!”– Debra S.Patient Rating:
- “Great. ”– James J.Patient Rating:
- “Dr. Bruner is very personable and seems to really care about his patients always knows me by name even out of the office. one of the best doctors around.”– Dennis W.Patient Rating: