Compassion and bedside manner · Patient experiences
42 five-star reviews for Dr. Allyson Estess discuss compassion and bedside manner. Patients describe Dr. Estess as compassionate, thorough and kind. Their stories also speak to compassionate care and clear explanations. The way you feel during a visit matters, too. Read the moments of kindness patients chose to share.
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A person behind your care
As a former Division-1 and U.S. National Team soccer player, Dr. Allyson Estess understands the physical and emotional demands of injury—because she’s lived them. Today, she’s a fellowship-trained sports medicine surgeon who specializes in arthroscopic procedures of the shoulder, knee, and hip, as well as soft tissue injuries and fracture care for both adults and children.
Patients describe Dr. Estess as deeply attentive, thorough, and kind. She’s known for her calm, unrushed bedside manner, and for explaining diagnoses and treatment plans in a way that’s easy to understand. Whether you’re an athlete returning to competition or simply ready to move without pain again, she’s fully invested in your recovery—and the life you want to get back to.
Outside the OR, she spends time with her husband and kids, competes in triathlons, and loves reading, the beach, and staying active year-round.
Bring what matters to you
Feeling heard and comfortable matters when you are choosing care. Here, our patients describe kindness, respect and bedside manner in their own words.
In their own words
These are individual experiences. A topic mention does not establish who performed a procedure, medical suitability or a typical result.
This collection shows written reviews rated 4 or 5 stars that mention compassion and bedside manner. You can read every rating and written review on the full clinician profile.
43 written reviews
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Dr Estess is an amazing surgeon and has fabulous bedside manners and very patient with my in pain aunt. Everyone in our family fell in love with her and we appreciate her very much.
Allyson Estess, MD
Dr. Ally Estess took so much time and care with our son during his knee injury. She is full of knowledge with a bedside manner of a caring parent.
Allyson Estess, MD
Dr. Estess was calm, competent and compassionate. She answered questions directly without fuss or muss.
Allyson Estess, MD
Extremely knowledgeable, attentive, and kind. Spends the time to truly listen to your concerns, then provides effective treatment and advice. An excellent doctor!
Allyson Estess, MD
After a frustrating experience with another orthopedic surgeon, meeting Dr. Estess was a complete breath of fresh air. From the start, she took the time to listen and ask thoughtful questions, not only about my injury but also about how I was doing mentally and emotionally. I never felt rushed, and I truly felt heard. Her bedside manner is calm, kind, and reassuring. She explained everything clearly, answered my questions, and gave me confidence and hope during a difficult time. Most importantly, I left feeling that I was in very capable hands. As I prepare for surgery, I have complete trust in Dr. Estess and her team. I am incredibly grateful to have found her and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for an orthopedic surgeon who is both highly skilled and genuinely compassionate.
Allyson Estess, MD
I found Dr. ESTESS to be kind, considerate and above all professionally thorough in her initial evaluation of my injuries.
Allyson Estess, MD
Everyone was so kind ! Nice office & Dr Estees I thought was great. Haven’t seen this lately in the medical world. I was impressed , no question.
Allyson Estess, MD
From the time of making the appointment for Dr Estes, I was treated with respect and kindness. This is something that I’ve noticed is missing in healthcare. At my arrival I needed a wheelchair, and that ask was accommodated. Reception was especially friendly helping me get checked in. Dr Estes is exceptional and her exam was thorough, explained things to me in plain English and she was compassionate. The xray tech and nurse were kind and seemed to genuinely care. They were not just “doing a job” - they enjoyed being helpful. This isn’t what I’ve been experiencing lately within the medical network and was a welcome change for me during a very hard time.
Allyson Estess, MD
In addition to being excellent in her medical knowledge she and her office were helpful and kind
Allyson Estess, MD
Dr. Estess has clear medical expertise, self—confidence and empathy. These make her an outstanding physician who is eager to help her patients, and so effectively.
Allyson Estess, MD
Just wonderful, kind and deeply knowledgeable.
Allyson Estess, MD
My visit was outstanding, Dr Estess is very caring, I highly recommend her she's very knowledgeable and makes you feel understood which I haven't found a Dr that made me feel so comfortable ever.
Allyson Estess, MD
Always the staff and Dr are engaged and kind professionals. And the office is fresh and clean too
Allyson Estess, MD
First time visit, totally impressed with the staff and Dr. Estess. Dr was great, thorough, and caring. Covid affected most doctor’s offices and created an inefficient and aggravating environment. Common’s Clinic has its operation together and everything went smoothly. I was really, really impressed. What a pleasure it was to walk into a doctor’s office that operated like it should. The staff should be commended. All positive.
Allyson Estess, MD
I made an appointment with Dr. Estess because has a reputation as being an outstanding orthopedic surgeons. I was very impressed with her staff as they provided me a prompt appointment and facilitated my office visit experienced to where they were extremely efficient. They were kind and courteous. Dr. Estess was awesome; she explained my underlying condition, provided me with the best options for treatment. I greatly appreciate her expertise.
Allyson Estess, MD
Dr. Estess is wonderful and thorough! My knee pain came on quickly and was very severe. We discussed a Cortizone shot and decided to move forward with it so I could enjoy my Fourth of July while taking it easy. I had an MRI on my knee 24 hours after I saw her. My follow up is Tuesday (MRI diagnosis) for a game plan. Until then, I have been following doctor’s orders to take it easy. I am so grateful we were able to take my pain down a bit so I could enjoy my vacation. The entire team at the office are friendly and caring! I highly recommend Dr. Estess for your care!
Allyson Estess, MD
Dr. Estess is a favorite doctor. She's compassionate and is very generous with her time and attention with her patients.
Allyson Estess, MD
Dr. Estess is a wonderful doctor who is very knowledgeable and compassionate. I highly recommend her to anyone.
Allyson Estess, MD
As eas previously the case at Commons, I was treated courteously at the desk and seen promptly. The support staff were kind, careful and efficient. I was impressed at the painless, invisible blood draw. Everything was explained as we went and my options were outlined. So : really really good and I hope I never have to go back!
Allyson Estess, MD
My daughter & I visited Dr. Estess to take care of my daughter's ganglion cyst. From the moment we walked into the office, we experienced a warm, caring, and superior staff: everyone from assistants at the front desk, the x-ray technician, Dr Estess' assistant, and Dr. Estess' herself. Dr. Estess took the time to explain everything to my daughter and me and to offer care options. My daughter suffers from anxiety disorder and while she was anxious in the outer waiting room, once she met the x-ray tech her anxiety subsided. She remained relaxed throughout the rest of the visit. We are completely satisfied with the care my daughter received and highly recommend Dr. Estess and her staff.
Allyson Estess, MD
Dra. Allyson is allways very kind and all the nurses work with her
Allyson Estess, MD
Dr. Estess is the best! She takes the time to explain everything to me, she is kind and compassionate, and genuinely likes helping people. She respects her patients, and her office is extremely well-run.
Allyson Estess, MD
Dr Estees was efficient, professional, caring, patient. Took time to explain the diagnoses and treatment options. She went ahead and gave me cortisone shots that relieved the pains for now!
Allyson Estess, MD
I was kind of leery about using Zocdoc, but you know I’m gonna start using this more often. I was really happy with the doctor I selected. She was very, very good at explaining and I’m gonna keep her.
Allyson Estess, MD
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