Working with Dr. Paci and my physical therapist, Alyas Hamid at Orlin & Cohen turned what could have been a scary journey toward knee surgery into a story of relief, confidence, and real recovery. Their choice to treat my knee pain without surgery turned out to be excellent advice, and I’m genuinely grateful for the care I received. From the beginning, Dr. Paci took my knee pain seriously but never rushed me toward an operating room. He explained my condition clearly, laid out all the options, and recommended a conservative, non-surgical plan that made me feel heard and respected. Knowing he specializes in knee and sports-related problems gave me a lot of confidence that this approach was right for me. That’s when I was introduced to my physical therapist, Alyas Hamid, whose entire focus was helping me avoid surgery while still getting back to my normal life. From the first session, he listened carefully to where and how I felt pain, and he observed how I moved, walked, and used my knee day to day. Over time, he guided me through targeted exercises designed to strengthen my muscles, improve my balance, and protect my knee during daily activities and weekly tennis training . Before I was discharged, he set up a clear home exercise routine so I could continue working on my own, giving me tools, not just temporary relief. Looking back, not being pushed into surgery and instead being treated thoughtfully with expert physical therapy was one of the best medical decisions I’ve experienced. I truly recommend Dr. Paci and my physical therapist, Alyas Hamid, and I’m thankful to Orlin & Cohen for a team that works together to put patients’ long-term well-being first.