Kootenai Clinic Orthopedics - Post Falls

"I have had several physicians operate on me from this clinic. I was given A+++ care for years. Until I had Dr. Rooney, the new foot specialist operate on my foot. A simple Bunion removal and hammer toe correction. Since my original surgery in November of 2022 I've had two or 3 more surgeries just to correct his poor surgical abilities! I've spent at least two months off my foot, two weeks in a nursing home and it wasn't easy! At first I believed my foot had been reinjured in an auto accident, but it want in the end. My attorneys taking a look at my medical records informed me my surgeon, was responsible for the need for more surgeries. The original hardware he implanted in my foot failed, all due to his surgical mistakes. I spent months waiting for surgeries, wore special shoes for nearly entire year! It was hell. Do not use this physican!!! He is not a good physician, please believe me. Teresa Richardson 70 yrs old CDA, IDAHO"

"Dr. Rooney is an amazing doctor. My daughter shattered both her heels and he is the miracle worker that put her back together. She is healing so well all thanks to him. Also the staff is always so wonderful."

"Dr Rooney is extremely knowledgeable about my injuries and is very helpful with finding the right medication for my pain."

"I had a knee replacement performed in March. It was a flawless experience. It was so good that I elected to do the other knee. That became a fiasco because of the scheduling gal. I could never reach her, I called and left messages on a daily basis. I finally called the office manager and complained about the service. The scheduler then called me and said that she had been leaving me voicemails every day. Lies. It is unfortunate when one person can knock down the reputation of an office."

"Worst care EVER!! The PA didn’t care to refer me to the surgeon after MRI. I can’t even put pressure on knee that has a torn meniscus at root. Basically told me that not all surgeries help. I met someone who also saw him and he said the same thing to her and she had to go to another doctor also. I went to see another specialist for review and I’m requiring a partial knee replacement due to the damage. The P.A. is a JOKE!!!! I do not recommend this service. He should NOT be making a surgical call when he is not performing the surgery. That should be between the doctor and patient. Horrible set up. I recommend other services."