Patient Success Stories

‘No restrictions’ for cervical disk replacement patient

Amy Raber, 49, of Gridley, IL, has relied on her strength and physical abilities her entire life. Having grown up on a working farm, she fell in love with showing dairy cows at competitions around her home state. Getting her cows, which she compares lovingly to giant dogs, ready for show requires a great deal of preparation. That typically includes grooming the large animals using ten-pound cattle clippers and moving them in and out of their trailers and holding areas.

Today, Amy and her husband own a corn and soybean farm on which they and their family do all the work. In the spring, Amy’s role is to help with planting seed by continuously filling the planter and being on call to bring more seed to the fields. One bag of corn alone weighs sixty pounds. In the fall, Amy drives the auger cart during the combining process. During the process, the larger farm vehicle harvests the corn and soybean, then it is dumped into the auger cart behind which is up to 1,000 bushels of crop.

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Amy Raber in Gridley, IL

Dr. Phillips was very professional, knowledgeable, caring. Answered my questions throughly and did not push for surgery as a first option. Although most likely will have to have the procedure he recommended. I highly recommend him for any spine problems. Victoria Carver in Westmont Illinois

I would recommend Dr Phillips. He has performed 2 surgeries on my back, at different levels. He and his staff are wonderful. His staff are professional, friendly and easy to contact if you have any questions. Dr Phillips is the best!! Karen in Westchester

Great Doctor, was able to diagnose the problem when no other doctor could. I can't say enough about how pleased I was with the surgery. Elgin Shupert in Frankfort, Illinois

Dr. Phillips is top 10 in the world for a reason. We wait for the best. Scheduling was easy, staff were incredibly friendly. Anonymous Patient

Excellent care! Dr. Phillips is an excellent surgeon and very committed to making sure you reach full recovery! Alyce Itta in Chicago, Illinois

Dr. Phillips helped me regain a normal lifestyle again! My first spinal fusion failed (performed by a different surgeon) and Dr. Phillips successfully performed my second fusion surgery and the results have been amazing. I would highly recommend him based upon my experience. Wheaton

I have been dealing with 5 herniated disc’s and a complete disc degeneration for almost 10 yrs. I went to see Dr. Phillips who explained treatment options. I chose surgery, and I am 3 months post op with complete feeling back in both legs and almost no pain in my back, except for the stiffness. I have already recomended Dr. Phillips to 2 friends. I put my faith in Dr. Phillips and I am extremely satisfied. Anonymous Patient

Great Doctor, was able to diagnose the problem when no other doctor could. I can't say enough about how pleased I was with the surgery. Elgin Shupert in Frankfort, Illinois

I am very greatful to have Dr Phillips taking away all my pain. I am bringing a doctor friend to get MRI from Dr. Cheng. To have it ready to see Dr Phillips asap Lanny Wang in Chicago, IL

What most impressed me about Dr. Phillips was that he wouldn’t operate on me when my symptoms were improving through PT. When the PT relief proved to be temporary, I scheduled an L4L5 microdiscectomy.. Considering the severity of my herniation, he did an amazing job. My surgery was 5 weeks ago and I am 95% pain-free. I went home the same day, took no painkillers, and could have returned to work within 48 hours. I am slowly returning to prior activity levels and couldn’t be happier. Go see him!
DAN in Chicago IL