Dr Tollestrup is an amazing Doctor! He’s kind, thorough & very good at what he does & I highly recommend him.

Submitted March 11, 2021

I’ve been to 2 spinal surgeons, both told me there was nothing wrong with my back that required surgery. I was not about to give up. My pain was so intense that I was not able to sit down. I sent dr Tollestrup my findings from an MRN and he knew just by reading it I had piriformis syndrome. Dr Tollestrup is a very caring Dr. He listened carefully to me and gave me a very thorough examination.
I went for a consultation on a Monday and Tuesday my surgery was scheduled. The surgery was successful, I no longer have the sharp burning pain. I still have to go back to get my other side piriformis muscle removed. I am very comfortable with Dr Tollestrup and his knowledge with nerves are Exceptional. His office staff is very welcoming and friendly. I highly recommend him if you are suffering from any type of nerve pain.

Submitted Nov. 10, 2020

All staff was very kind and helpful. Just a little difficulty in scheduling follow up surgeries due to their protocols.

Submitted Nov. 10, 2020

Before working with Dr. Tollestrup I was taking a variety of pain medications. I was not able to work and was on disability. I had no hope for improvement and was in terrific pain on almost a daily basis, which was depressing. After consulting with Dr. Tollestrup and having two procedures with him, I take some anti-inflammatories and supplements for sensitivity and soreness. I am back at work and feel optimistic and hopeful about my progress.  My level of discomfort has reduced dramatically, which allows me to be more active and comfortable in my day-to-day life. I am grateful to Dr. Tollestrup for his excellent care.
If you have a nerve problem I recommend that you contact Dr. Tollestrup’s office. Doctor Tollestrup is a master of peripheral nerve surgery. He possesses an uncommon knowledge of nerve anatomy and is dedicated his entire practice to finding and eliminating his patient’s nerve pain. Orthopedists and neurosurgeons and neurologists and physical therapists cannot do what he does.  He dedicates hours to communicating with his patients to understand and eliminate the cause of their pain. His approach is meticulous and his surgical skill is world class.  You will not find a better surgeon in any teaching hospital or surgery center in the world. He has my highest recommendation.

Submitted Sept. 11, 2020

Communication is amazing during case review before traveling to see him and after surgery. At the most 5 minutes waiting for exam appointments. Dr. Tollestrup's knowledge and technical skills in the operating room with nerves and complex anatomy compare to no other surgeon. No other doctor in the world could have done for me what he has done. He removed my piriformis muscles and then fixed all my nerve damage I had.

Once I had my muscle removed, I had pain from other damaged nerves, stay in communication with him, He never gave up on helping me, he won't give up on helping you. Don't give up on him. There is a healing side!

Submitted Sept. 5, 2020

Dr. Tollestrup seems to care about patients as “individuals” - who they are and what’s important to them as real people. Dr. Tollestrup is generous with his time in discussion and answering questions. Dr. Tollestrup seems to understand the importance of Urgency for the patient. Time is important and Dr. Tollestrup clearly understands that delays in treatment cost time in my life. There was no wasted time in getting to the fix of my pain and the cause of that pain and dysfunction. After seeing numerous neurologists and spine surgeons, Dr. Tollestrup was clearly different and changed my life for the better. Now I have a future. It’s taking time and patience to heal; but Dr. Tollestrup put me on that path and I’ll be eternally grateful to him and his staff for their skilled and competent care.

Submitted Sept. 2, 2020

Dr. Tollestrup was very thorough with my examination. He didn’t rush into surgery right away. After my diagnosis for piriformis syndrome, his staff were remarkable in staying communicated with me and handling of all insurance and paperwork. After my surgery, my quality of life dramatically improved. I highly recommend Dr. Tollestrup for any nerve related issues any person is experiencing.

Submitted Aug. 27, 2020

Dr. Tollestrup removed my piriformis muscle because I could not sit down without pain. The surgery was successful. I did exceptionally well for 1 year and then my pain returned. I didn’t follow up because I am guessing that my returning pain is probably due to the build up of scar tissue. I like Dr. Tollestrup and have no complaints.

Submitted Aug. 26, 2020

Dr. Tollestrup change my life. If you want to see my full story look on his FaceBook page under "Videos". My pain was present since I was very young and at age 68, he removed my piriformis muscle to alleviate ALL my pain. His knowledge and expertise is exceptional. You are in the BEST of hands with Dr. Tollestrup. He can be trusted to tell you everything you need to know, perform the operation to resolve the situation and then follow up. He is kind, sensitive and above all an expert. He is dedicated and thorough in every way. I consider him a miracle in my life at a time when my pain was becoming unbearable. It's been 12 months since he removed my piriformis muscle...I am pain free!

Submitted Aug. 25, 2020

I had meralgia paresthetica, burning pain on the outer thigh, following L3/4 spine surgery. Dr. Tollestrup cut the nerve and the pain has gone. The outer thigh is numb and I occasionally get sharp nerve twinges, but these symptoms do not bother me. Dr. Tollestrup is an excellent Surgeon.

Submitted Aug. 24, 2020