COMPLEX SHOULDER CARE
"I Was Told Nothing
Else Can Be Done."
Hearing those words can be incredibly discouraging. Sometimes they are correct. Other times, they simply mean that additional treatment falls outside the scope of the original problem or requires specialized expertise. A second opinion may help clarify whether there are additional options.
Sometimes "Nothing Else" Really Means...
There are situations where every reasonable treatment has already been exhausted. However, there are also situations where additional options exist but require a surgeon who routinely evaluates complex shoulder problems, revision procedures, bone loss, failed repairs, or difficult reconstructions.
A second opinion is not about proving another surgeon wrong. It is about making sure every reasonable option has been considered.
Patients I Commonly See
Persistent Pain After Surgery
Multiple Previous Shoulder Operations
Failed Rotator Cuff Repair
Failed Shoulder Replacement
Recurrent Instability
Complex Bone Loss
My Approach
Every complex shoulder evaluation begins by answering three questions:
What Is The Correct Diagnosis?
Before discussing treatment, I want to understand exactly why your shoulder isn't functioning normally.
Can It Be Improved?
Some patients benefit from surgery. Others improve with rehabilitation or nonsurgical treatment.
Will Treatment Help You Reach Your Goals?
The recommendation should fit your lifestyle, expectations, and priorities—not just your imaging.
Dr. Streit's Philosophy
I have tremendous respect for the surgeons who care for shoulder patients. Complex shoulder problems often involve difficult decisions with more than one reasonable approach. My role is not to criticize previous care—it's to provide a fresh evaluation, explain every reasonable option, and help you make an informed decision about what comes next.
When A Second Opinion Is Worth Considering
Your Symptoms Don't Match What You've Been Told
Your Recovery Has Plateaued
You're Facing A Major Revision Surgery
You've Had Multiple Operations
You Simply Want Confidence In Your Decision
You Want Every Reasonable Option Reviewed
Looking For Another Perspective?
Even if the recommendation ultimately remains the same, understanding why—and knowing that every reasonable option has been considered—can provide confidence moving forward.
Request A Second Opinion