Dr. William Irwin Sterett, MD

Dr Sterett performed double partial knee replacements in Dec 17’. The device in my right knee was placed in a crooked position. I have seen four other surgeons and they all agree device is not placed correctly and I will need reconstructive surgery to replace device. I can no longer walk more than 5-10 minutes. This has effected my entire life. I can no longer enjoy any type of physical activity. I trusted Dr. Sterett to help me. Truly a HUGE disappointment!!

Dr. Sterett did total knee replacement surgery on my Right knee in 2011. The outcome was above my expectations. I can do anything I want without pain, I have full flexibility and strength. I hike in the mountains daily and ski in the winter. Before surgery those endeavors was just a pipe dream due to severe pain and limited motion. Bottom line,”great surgeon with the best bed side manner you’ll ever encounter nationally!” Team Sterett is just the best.

I dislocated my left knee. During the second surgery to repair the damage, while under the care of Dr. Sterett, Dr. Hackett and the Steadman Clinic, I got compartment syndrome on my lower "right" leg. Keep in mind they were operating on my "left" knee. What was scheduled to be a routine out patient surgery turned into a week long hospital stay with daily surgeries. My nerves were severed from my knee to my toes, there's an incision running from my knee to my ankle on the outer right leg, another incision nearly the length of my calf on the inside of my right leg, and most of the muscle along my shin was removed. In addition, my big toe is permanent contracted and the three middle toes are compromised due to all of the scare tissue. Before their acts of carelessness, I was competing in duathlons, rock climbing, mountain biking, climbing and snowboarding 14ers in Colorado, road biking, practicing yoga, lifting weights, mountaineering all throughout the Cascades and Rockies, skiing, snowboarding, hiking...pretty much living the Colorado dream. Now, none of that is possible. I will no longer be able to return to my normal active lifestyle. Nor, will my foot ever be normal. Dr. Sterett, Dr. Hackett nor the Steadman Clinic (COO Kelly Adair), to this day has taken ownership in destroying a perfectly health leg. Leaving me to deal with a lifetime of complications.

Had a great experience. Very thankful!

Having any kind of surgery is quite the undertaking, and finding the right surgeon for your procedure can be exhausting and nerve racking. After learning I had to undergo a complex knee surgery (torn meniscus, ACL, MCL, PCL), I did thorough research and narrowed my options down to 3 surgeons under 3 different companies. After meeting with all three, I can honestly say that Dr. Sterett is not only the best surgeon I could have gone with in the area, but the best surgeon in the country. Prior to scheduling my surgery, he diligently spent all the time I needed to understand and be comfortable with the procedure that would take place (rather than leaving me to a PA like other surgeons had done when meeting with them), he provided his cell phone in case I had any additional questions/concerns, and genuinely showed care and concern before, during and post-op. Unlike other facilities in the area where I felt like I was just another number in their clinical research and being pushed through the system, Vail Summit Orthopedics, Dr. Sterett and his team were extraordinary in every way. When it comes time for you to place your trust into someone for any type of knee surgery, I highly recommend Dr. Sterett. He and his team are quite simply the best.

Doc is busy but worth the wait.

He's the Best!

Dr. Sterett is not only knowledgable, professional, and a dang good surgeon but he is also just a super nice, caring guy who understands the needs of the aggro athlete as well as the recreational athlete. He's worked wonders for my extremely damaged knee and I'm going in tomorrow for a full knee replacement with nothing but the best of hopes and confidence in my doctor and his awesome team.

Twelve years after a remarkable outcome after left knee reconstruction by Dr. Sterett, I returned to Vail specifically to see Dr. Sterett for surgery on my right knee. I respect that Dr. Sterett treats each of his patients like gold, not just the superstars under his care. He gives his world renowned surgical opinion and skills to each and every patient. He spent so much time explaining the procedure and the subsequent rehab that I felt very well prepared and confident in my recovery. I would recommend Dr. Sterett over any other knee surgeon and will definitely return if I ever need any additional treatment to my knees and I would send my family to him in a heartbeat.

Dr. Sterett did surgery on my son's knee, and it couldn't have been a better experience for us under the circumstances. He is kind, knowledgable and caring. His staff was very helpful and efficient. We would highly recommend him.

Dr. Sterett is the most compassionate and caring doctor I have ever known. He takes all the time needed and explains procedures in an understandable manner. You can be sure you are in capable and gentle hands when you have him as your surgeon. Highly, highly recommend.

What was the name of the surgery for bilateral patellar tendinitis that was performed with poor results?

HE IS truly the best surgeon around. Compassionate, caring, and skilled. I highly recommend him.

He has been wonderful to work with. He provides clear explanations and is patient with extra questions.

He is fabulous--one of a kind. Both my granddaughter and I love him. He is an excellent surgeon.

Arguably one of the best orthopedic surgeons in the world. He has performed 2 surgeries on me and one on my daughter. A truely great experience and a great doctor.

I broke my leg in ten parts last year and now I am walking!! Perfect for difficult surgeries, and great caring.

Doctor Sterett has repaired my daughter's knee twice. He is a great doctor with a wonderful bedside manner. Surgery isn't fun for the young athlete but he took great care of her!

I have gone to Dr. Sterett for many years as I am a former, non-professional athlete. Dr. Sterett is very skilled and heart-centered. I trust him implicitly. I have had three surgeries done by him with excellent outcomes. He is a doctor that is well-known and is very down-to-earth and approachable

I recomend Dr. Sterett to any one I meet that needs shoulder or knee surgery. My husband was a deputy with Mesa County Sheriffs Office and we have sent many people his way. I am 100 percent sure that without the expertise of Dr. Sterett I would not be able to walk on my knee correctly, or at all!!