Andrew S. Islam's Online Review Report Card

My right shoulder was a mess. Torn labrum, torn biceps tendon, acromium process was pinching on some rotator cuffs. I had several doctors basically tell me there wasn't much I could do. Dr Islam presented a complex surgical plan that not only gave me my shoulder back, I was able to return to pitching live batting practice to the team I coach. He spends time with you, discusses options, answers questions. It would be great if ALL docs were this personable - he is a gem.

The very best orthopedic surgeon I have ever had. I only wish I had known him sooner for other procedures I have had and am not completely satisfied with! He is the very best!

Dr. Islam is top notch. He never sugar coated anything, told me like it was, gave me the choice of options which he did a full reconstruction of my shoulder. Three years later, it is nice to not wake up with that shoulder pain I had for 20+ years.

Do not base a doctor on their personality. Dr Andrew Islam was nice, but I had a terrible experience with him as the surgeon who did surgery on my shoulder! He obviously could care less what the outcome of his surgery does to a person. I had surgery to repair a complete tear in my shoulder tendon and decompression for impingement. I came out of surgery with nerve damage, torn ligaments in my neck, nerve damage in my neck, nerve damage in my lip, a severed CA ligament, and I STILL have a complete tendon tear. So the surgery was a waste and caused me extreme pain and stress. I now have more problems than prior to surgery! He shrugged it off and said I needed another surgery as that I would have to pay for it. He acted like he could care less and told me to see another surgeon. I made a SERIOUS mistake in choosing this surgeon. I am very angry and very upset about it.

I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Islam and his staff. It is rare now to get the kind of care they give. He is very personable and spends time making sure your questions are answered. His PA Kevin is just as kind and knowledgeable. I wish more Doctors were like him and his staff.

In 1915 I fell at work and injured my right shoulder. I was 64 years old at the time. I had an MRI and we found out I had a torn rotator cuff and biceps tendon. Dr Islam perform surgery within 2 months after my injury. When he went in to repair it, he discovered I had full thickness tears of both the supraspinatus tendon and the bicep tendon. He send me to physical therapy 2 weeks after surgery. I was so upset that I could have chewed nails because I was still in such pain, but because of his diligence in moving me forward, my outcome from surgery have been amazing. I am now 68 years old and have no pain at all and full range of motion. During this past summer I built a 40 foot retaining wall 3 feet high by myself. Thanks Dr. Andrew Islam for my ability to be independent.

Doctor Islam just looked at my shoulder from the entrance and knew what was wrong. Kroger’s wouldn’t admit their fault in my accident. This Dr. Islam fixed my shoulder I was impressed no pain, and is still working to this date. Surgery was in 2011, still pain free.

Dr. Andrew Islam is the best Orthopedic doctor in Cincinnati. I have been his patient for over 6 years. He has knowledge and compassion that makes your overall experience successful. His staff is amazing too which I feel is a reflection of him as well. I have recommended him to only have those thoughts echoed. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking a quick and precise recovery plan. -LM

Misdiagnosed my shoulder and told me I needed a replacement. Saw another surgeon who fixed it without a replacement. Spent more time with his PA Kevin than with the doctor himself

Very compassionate,takes time to explain things to you.He did a reverse shoulder replacement on my right shoulder.Surgery went great and he does excellent follow up on his patients.I would highly recommend him.Great staff,very friendly and helpful.