Russell D. Meldrum's Online Review Report Card

CARPE DIEM BRO

I needed hip replacement surgery and then fell out of bed AND NEEDED it immediately. Dr. Meldrum introduced himself to me at the hospital and we were going to have surgery the next day. Unfortunately tests ran over time and surgery was moved to Weds. Dr. Meldrum kept me calm and notified me of all the goings on leading up to surgery. He is a Saint! Despite being in pain and all by myself I was SO happy to have Dr. Meldrum at bat for me!

Dr. Meldrum has effectively gotten me out of pain. I had a hip fixator screw that was only supposed to be temporary, removed recently. I loved his straightforwardness, his no-nonsense bedside manner and how he has helped get me out of pain. I would definitely see him again for other orthopedic issues that happen to come up.

Rudest doctor I've ever met. Picks and chooses who he helps. Has no respect for patients and shouldn't be allowed to practice. Absolutely a terrible human being and even worse doctor.

I have had several patient with complex hip issues which I have referred to Dr Meldrum. His ability to diagnose clinically and then order the correct tests to confirm his diagnosis is excellent. He does the most complex orthopedic cases and many of them are redos from prior failed surgeries. I am lucky to have such a great surgeon to refer all of my orthopedic cases. Just recently I sent a patient with a complex hip issue a soccer player who couldn't kick the ball with his left leg. He is now out playing again. Thanks to Dr. Meldrum

My Sons experience with this Surgeon is less than favorable. He has had 4 surgeries and is not doing well. Dr Meldrum had no idea of the severity of my sons infection from his hardware. Dont you get paid for that? Oh thats right my son doesn't have private insurance and is a recovering addict. So substandard treat ment is what he recieved Meldrum also stated to my son that he should consider himself lucky to go to a skilled nursing facility because he's a drug addict . He's been sober 2 yrs

I worked for Dr. Meldrum for six years. He is the most compassionate and kindhearted doctor I have ever worked for! He always took the time to listen to his patients concerns. He is definitely a special doctor and his patient's loved him. I wish he was still here in Indiana to do surgery on my husband or myself when we need it. He is definitely one of the top Orthopedic doctors in the country in my opinion!

After my patient visit with Dr Meldrum, he was to have a prescription called into my drug store plus call a physical therapy clinic to call me to schedule an appointment for physical therapy. Neither was done within a week. I wonder if I would not have called would it ever have happened. I had to call his office twice and twice leave a message. Is this normal operating procedure for this office?

He installed my left hip improperly, it dislocated a number of times due to improper cup installation. I tried to recoup my medical expenses from the ...

I highly recommend Dr. Russell Meldrum. Seven years ago I needed hip replacements. I had a complicated case and I couldnâ??t find a surgeon willing to attempt the surgeries. I was referred to Dr. Meldrum who took my case enthusiastically. He presented the options and explained the risks clearly. The replacements and a follow-up surgery were complete successes. I have been pain free for six years and am doing things I wasnâ??t able to do for decades, including hiking, swimming, kayaking. His manner is friendly and professional. Post-op questions that occurred the months following the surgeries were answered almost immediately. Dr. Meldrum is a gifted surgeon and I could not be more pleased with the care he gave me.