Comebacks Start Here
Stories of Orthopaedic Excellence & Exceptional Care
At Flagstaff Bone & Joint, we take pride in celebrating the remarkable progress our patients achieve every day. Each comeback story represents dedication, resilience, and the shared commitment between our specialists and the individuals we serve. Whether it’s returning to outdoor activities, regaining strength, or simply moving comfortably again, these successes remind us why we do what we do. By highlighting these journeys, we hope to encourage others as they begin their own path to recovery. We invite you to share your experience and help us continue honoring the comebacks that inspire our Northern Arizona community.
Marty
Total Knee Replacement
Keep Going
This was actually my second knee replacement at Flagstaff Bone & Joint. First the right knee then about nine months later we did the left knee. After a history of long distance hiking and a…
Michael
Foot Surgery
Just Keeps Getting Better!
Dr. Gorman performed an extensive (5+ hrs.) foot surgery on my left foot last October. The recovery process has been slow but steady. I have now climbed most of the peaks in the Hualapai Mountains…
Burton
Injections in Lower Back
My experience with Flagstaff Bone & Joint in Flagstaff and Kingman has been exceptional. For my procedure, it was excellent. Those concerned were very friendly and professional. It made me…
Myriah
Spine Surgery L5-S1
My Journey Back to the Life I Love
My name is Myriah, and at 35 years old, I never imagined that a single workout could change my life so dramatically, or that getting the right diagnosis would become such a long and difficult…
James
Total Knee Replacements X 2
Life returned.
I was in a downhill track before surgery, I couldn't walk more than a few steps at a time, I was gaining weight and was headed for depression. I had 2 total knee replacements about 7 months apart…
Liliana
Ankle Surgery
Broken Left Ankle Labor Day Weekend of 2025
Broke my ankle in the Hualapais in Kingman hiking for the 1st time (and last), coming down the mountain. I slipped on a branch and broke 3 bones in my ankle, where my foot was literally dangling.…
Gene
Rotator Cuff Ligaments and Tendons
Fading S
On a summer noon, after a couple days of rounding up, we were doing cattle tally, health checks, and tagging. I thought I could single-handedly handle a grown calf. He flew me into a log fence, I…
Kathy
ACL Reconstruction, Meniscectomy
I was planning to leave for an Alaska hiking trip in 6 days when I fell off a step ladder rupturing my ACL. I had trained for months and was emotionally devastated. Dr Moezzi fixed my injury with…
Angela
Nerve Block in my Neck on Right Side
Extreme Neck Pain
I had a muscle in my neck that would not relax, for years. It caused extreme neck pain and the tension restricted my movement. I tried massage, chiropractic, myofascial release. Nothing helped. I…
George
Lumbar Fusion L3/L4
The peak that I'm shown on is Handies Peak in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado. I originally summited Handies in 1976 at age 17 for the Colorado Centennial which is on August 1st. I'm the only…
Renee
Left hip replacement
Flagstaff Bone & Joint is the best! I am quite active in my job and every day life with hiking, biking and running. When I found out I needed a hip replacement due to arthritis from a previous…
Daisie
Intercept Procedure
My Injury & Background
For more than 45 years, I lived with chronic, severe lower back pain. It impacted almost every aspect of my daily life and was constantly compounded by…
Robert
Hip Replacement
The New Me!!!
Over time the pain around my hip, groin area, and lower back increased to the point life became miserable and movement limit and sometimes impossible. Finally after 5yrs I made my 1st appointment…
Rick
Exam for Sciatica and Possible Arthritis
Resulting Problems from Ankle Injury Due to Football
Many years ago, I had a serious broken ankle at the university due to a football injury. After many years, I tore the weakened Achilles tendon in my ankle, and this was repaired by Dr. Gorman…
Allen
Hip Replacement
Feeling Great
In the spring of 2024 started feeling some pain while on a hike. It continued to get worse as I tried stretching, different exercises and even physical therapy. I initially thought it wasn't that…
Brasen
Injection to Hip Joint – Cam Lesion
D1 Athlete Comes Home to Get Treatment
As a D-1 collegiate athlete, I work diligently on my form, function, and health to compete at the peak of my capabilities. I bring that same dedication to my academics as I do to the track. When a…
Gary
Right Knee Replacement
One Knee, Eleven Weeks, 11,000 Feet!
My right knee clicked and twinged as I bumped a fence panel onto the trailer with my hip. At my age, a day of horse chores often meant sore this or sore that, so I thought little about it. That is…
Jim
Two Epidurals
I went in for my third epidural yesterday, 02/05/2026. I have been in considerable pain for the past three weeks, which made it difficult to do my stretches, stand,…
Nancy
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement Surgery
My surgery was performed on October 3, 2025. Any anxiety or apprehension I had been experiencing was erased as soon as I checked in at the front desk that morning.…
Helen
New Ankle
I Can Even Dance!
It had gotten to the point where I couldn’t walk to play cards or go swimming, so I went to Flagstaff Bone & Joint for an evaluation. I had surgery, went through therapy, and was able to come…
Sheryl
Total Knee Replacement
The whole experience with Dr. Moezzi and all the staff was great from start to finish. Everyone was very efficient, friendly, and thorough in responding to all my…
Jackson
Wrist Surgery
Broken Wrist
I was riding my dirt bike, going a little too fast, when I crashed and broke my wrist. At the time, it was the middle of my Coconino High School golf season, and I wasn’t able to play for the rest…
Frank
Shoulder and Bicep Surgery
Changed My Life!
I had the most incredible experience with Dr. Flint and his team from start to finish. I am now able to get back to archery hunting and work without any problems or dislocations. I can’t thank…
Jose
Right Shoulder Replacement
New Right Shoulder
I had been experiencing pain in my right shoulder, and it had been getting worse. Two years ago, I started therapy, and it seemed to improve until the winter cold. I am now eight weeks post…
Stephanie
Reconstruction of My Left Foot and Ankle
5+ Hour Reconstruction Surgery to Walking a 5k in Less Than a Year
First, I have to be very clear. Dr. Gorman is the VERY best ankle/foot surgeon I have ever worked with. My first (and only) surgery with Dr. Gorman was my 5th ankle/foot surgery in less than three…