Patient Reviews

I'm a 42 year old man who was suffering from a bone spur that caused the tearing of one of the tendons of my rotator cuff. I work in the Forestry industry so needless to say my job is very physically demanding. Also I love what I do and the thought of being out of work for an extended period of recovery was daunting. Dr. McLaughlin, being a true credit to his field, set my mind at ease with his knowledge, experience and high level of confidence during this stressful period of time. Equal credit is due to his surgical team who continually made me laugh before putting me under for a short 50 minute procedure.

Dr. McLaughlin, I just wanted to thank you for the wonderful rotator cuff repair. I waited over 2 years to have my shoulder examined and the pain was becoming unbearable. I couldn't even hold 3 lbs with my arm extended. I was heading to New England Baptist Hospital, but my primary care physician recommended you strongly and I'm happy I made the switch. After the surgery when the nerve block wore off, all the pain I previously experienced was gone. Also, regarding post-op prescription meds, I took half doses for 2 days followed by 2 days of Advil. I was expecting post-op pain, but it never materialized to my amazement. Thank you again for your skill and follow up care!

I would like to thank Dr. Mclaughlin and his staff for the wonderful treatment I received. Not only was the surgery a success 🙂 the encouragement I received from Gerry, the New England Surgery Center and their staff, made me realize I made the right decision with Dr Mclaughlin. I have two friends that used Dr Mclaughlin, with great results. I am 4 months from surgery and just received the okay to play tennis, ski and golf. Thank you Dr McLaughlin!

Dr. McLaughlin is great. Whenever I need an appointment, they are flexible with my schedule. He is always caring and kind when it comes to treatments and with any visits.

Dr. McLaughlin was just wonderful. He always was very friendly and genuinely concerned for my well-being. He performed surgery on my rotator cuff. Very professional and kind.

I was referred to Dr. McLaughlin by Seacoast Orthopedics to repair a substantial rotator cuff tear. At my pre-surgery consult, Dr. McLaughlin told me I'd be playing golf in three months. I just saw Dr. McLaughlin for my three- month follow-up and the first thing I did when I got home was grab my 7-iron and take my first swings in a long time and I felt great doing it! Thanks to Dr. McLaughlin's handiwork and then sticking to his post- surgery plan I've made great strides. My physical therapist tells me I've already got better range of motion than many ever get after this type of repair. I've been sleeping through the night for some time now. Before the surgery I never slept an entire night after the injury. I'd recommend Dr. McLaughlin to anyone needing shoulder surgery! Not only has the repair healed quickly, but Dr. McLaughlin always took the time to explain things and answer my questions. The day surgery team at the hospital was wonderful, including a nerve block that kept me pain free for the immediate 24 hours after surgery. Dr. McLaughlin's web site referred me to Legacy Physical Therapy in Amesbury where my therapist, Abigail White DPT (Doctorate of PT), has done an outstanding job of getting me back in golfing shape! While I can't recommend a torn rotator cuff but I do recommend this team to get it fixed up with a minimal amount of pain and a short recovery time.

Dr. McLaughlin, I just want you to know that I appreciate all of your care. It definitely helps me with my daily life and I smile more!

I had been having trouble with my shoulder for years. I had cortisone injections, physical therapy and medications and it only got worse. This past year I saw Dr McLaughlin and he found a rotator cuff tear which was missed earlier on an MRI by another physician. I had the surgery done and I am so happy with the results. It is a very tough surgery and long recovery but Dr McLaughlin is fantastic. He explains everything to you and what to expect. He answers any concerns and sees you regularly to make sure of your progress. I have recently been discharged as I have full range of motion and no pain at all. I feel fabulous. I can do things now I couldn't do before surgery. I am so pleased with the outcome and felt so well taken care of through the entire process.

Dr. McLaughlin is great. Whenever I need an appointment, they are flexible with my schedule. He is always caring and kind when it comes to treatments and with any visits.

I had been dealing with severe right shoulder pain for decades. I thought my body was compensating for a disability on my left side. Dr. McLaughlin explained that the pain was due to damage and surgery was necessary. He made me feel at ease regarding the surgery and recovery. At 8 weeks following my surgery, I am better than I was 20 years ago. Thank you, Dr. McLaughlin!