Spine and back · Patient experiences
5 five-star reviews for Dr. Allyson Estess discuss spine and back care. Read their words, learn what mattered to them, and bring the questions that matter to you to your next visit.
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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.
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This collection shows written reviews rated 4 or 5 stars that mention spine and back. You can read every rating and written review on the full clinician profile.
5 written reviews
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Dr Estess was very nice, explained what my physical therapist concerns, revealed the mri report and believed Iwould be better served by speaking with a spine specialist and scheduled an appointment with the specialist at the end of this month.
Allyson Estess, MD
I'm an orthopedic spine surgeon and so I know what my shoulder problem is. But what to do is quite a different talent. Allyson spent a lot of time reviewing my symptoms, examining my shoulder, reviewing the MRI, and then, most importantly reviewing my options. We recommend her to everyone. You won't be disappointed (even though Yelp is not my favorite venue for reviews)
Allyson Estess, MD
Dr. Estess gives you her full attention and doesn't rush you through the appointment. She also helped me tremendously in fixing a long chronic back issue. Can't give her a high enough recommendation.
Allyson Estess, MD
Dr. Estess is a great doctor. I came to her complaining of ongoing lower back pain and she provided me with a few options. One of which was to get an MRI just to be safe, so I decided to go with that. Turns out, I have two herniated discs in my back! No idea how! Again, she went over a few options with me and I'll be starting physical therapy soon to see if it helps. I'd recommend her to anyone. I felt very comfortable the entire time and I felt like she really listened to me :)
Allyson Estess, MD
Dr Estess treated my 14 year old son for a lower back injury. She was both caring and thorough. She took the time to answer all our questions as well.
Allyson Estess, MD
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