Frederik Pennings, MD, PhD, FACS - Holyoke Medical Center

I sought out a neurosurgeon who was experienced in minimally invasive techniques to remove two discs at my L2-3 and L3-4 level and place surgical screws to correct Scoliosis. I was having falls due to my nerves being compressed causing knees to go numb and give way. I had a disc removed at L4-5 with screws about 12 years ago. The difference in Post Op pain was much less extreme due to the advancements in techniques. Dr. Pennings is very talented in this field, his team works well with him and speak highly of him as well. He has an easy-going manner and is thorough and took all the time I needed. I don't think I could have found a better surgeon to do my procedure. He was kind caring and pleasant. His assistant, Michael Bennett, was awesome and easy to talk to as well. What a great group! I was able to leave the hospital the day after surgery and am recovering quickly.

Dr. Pennings looked at my almost paralyzed hand and immediately diagnosed me with nerve compression due to severe carpal tunnel syndrome. He and his office staff got me tested and into the operating room in less than a week. Thanks to Dr. Pennings - I immediately began to regain feeling and strenth in my hand and now have recovered 100%. Because the carpal tunnel was addressed so quickly and accurately permanent nerve damage was avoided. I will be forever grateful to Dr. Pennings for fixing my hand and helping me to get back to work very quickly.

Amazing surgeon. Saved my mothers life .Successfully operated twice on my mother within 1 year( Almond Muldrow) ...The fact that she is here is a complete miracle ! I cant say enough good things about him and his entire team , Michael Bennett and Sheila Baymon and Marisol ....Thank you !