Katherine A Burns

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Dr. Burns is professional, kind and clear with the explicación. Thank you

Excellent Dr. Takes the time to talk to you !!

Dr Burns’s took special care to make the experience easy. I have confidence in her as she made sure I understood every aspect of the procedure.

My surgery experience at DePaul was fantastic. I had a shoulder replacement today and the staff and doctors were wonderful. I believe Dr. Burns is the best shoulder surgeon!

Have known Dr. Burns for over 20 years. I never hesitate to contact her for any Orthopedic related advice or experience! Very pleasant as always!

Dr. Burns is very knowledgeable and up to date on the latest technology. She's a good listener and makes sure you understand everything that is going on.

Dr Burns took her time with me explaining the injury and options. Even did more research and called me later to decide what option to take. She is very friendly and easy to talk to. Her staff were also very positive and helpful.

I originally gave a bad review but I would like to change my review. Doctor Burns apologized and has been excellent in my post op care. She was very concerned I was in so much pain after surgery and she assured me it will not happen again.

Service very bad. I had surgery and the day after, I was in alot of pain. I don't understand why they would give you hydrocodone after surgery when that is just a Tylenol. Now I have to spend money for emergency room visit.. This is the worst service ever. I did not have this issue with Dr frank tull staff when I had hip replacement surgery. I called the office and her nurse put in a script for oxycodone but doctor burns had to sign. I spoke with the office at 10am and throughout the day. The office kept saying they was waiting on doctor burns to sign the script. The office then closed at 2pm and the script was never signed. I called the exchange and they said I had to go to emergency room because she wish I can rate less than 1 star. doesn't sign after hours which was 2pm. Service very bad. I had surgery and the day after, I was in alot of pain. I don't understand why they would give you hydrocodone after surgery when that is just a Tylenol. Now I have to spend money for emergency room visit.. This is the … More

She is the best surgeon ever!!

Dr. Burns and her entire staff are an awesome group. Dr. Burns came highly recommended to me from a couple of friends and she absolutely did not disapoint when she repaired my rotator cuff. Dr. Burns is an excellent surgeon and very pleasant and professional. Her Assistant, Lynn is equally as kind and professional. She does have a very busy office so you have to schedule appointments pretty far in advance, but it's definitely worth the wait. I highly recommend Dr. Burns. She deserves 10 Stars Dr. Burns and her entire staff are an awesome group. Dr. Burns came highly recommended to me from a couple of friends and she absolutely did not disapoint when she repaired my rotator cuff. Dr. Burns is an excellent surgeon and very … More

Great

Love love love Dr. Burns and her staff! Every single one of them. She has done two surgeries on both of my shoulders, surgeries on my mother, and she has seen my sister I would not go to any other!! she’s the best ! Thank you all Shelia M

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Dr Burns repaired my shoulder February of 2017. I had surgery to repair my AC joint and a torn labrum. Everything went great a the whole experience was perfect. I am back to 100 percent health good as new and my shoulder has never been better. I would definitely recommend doctor Burns and SSM health to anyone needing surgery.

I went by ambulance to DePaul's ER and found out I had a broken left foot and right ankle, the ankle needed surgery. I was very fortunate to get Dr Burns. The care I got during and afterwards restored my faith in doctors. My prior experience has not been good. I would recommend her practice to anyone.

I contacted Dr. Burns since my prior surgeon could not help with my current issue. She discussed a couple of options. I ended up going with the shortest most sure way to correct my problem. This was a reverse shoulder replacement. The pre-op testing was far more intense than any of my other 4 surgeries include a full knee replacement. They took the time to test for other types of germs that may impede or affect my recovery. They outlined a more intense preparation for me than any other surgery I have ever had. I am not complaining but thankful for the extra steps to keep me safe and healthy. Her office staff were very helpful and answered all my concerns. The Depaul account (My Chart) I set up was a very easy way to ask questions, keep track of appointments and test results. My joint replacement went smooth, the recovery staff were good, but being in a brand new added facility took a little longer to respond when I rang for a nurse. Overall though not bad at all. After going home, on the second day I noticed swelling, contacted the Dr. went for testing and found I had blood clots, which is extremely rare for upper extremities. Dr. Burn and my family physician were on top of it. Although the new medicine took quite a while to start seeing results. Dr. Burns was concerned enough to make a personal call to me once she found out. SSM has PT sites throughout the metro St. Louis area, so getting follow up PT after leaving the hospital was no problem. My recovery is going well with few problems. It will be several months to a year as usual for any joint replacement to get back to 100%. Overall I can say nothing but praise for Dr. Burns, her staff & the facilities at Depaul in Bridgeton. Any future surgeries or E.R. visits will most likely be their. Blessing and thanks to you Dr. Burns, staff & SSM I contacted Dr. Burns since my prior surgeon could not help with my current issue. She discussed a couple of options. I ended up going with the shortest most sure way to correct my problem. This was a reverse shoulder replacement. The … More

She has replaced both of my shoulders 2 years apart. One was a reverse shoulder & the other was regular one with rotator cuff repair. She cares about her patients, listens & she is the best you can get.

Initially, I was worried about the procedure. But after speaking with a few random SSM physicians, I was made aware that Dr. Burns is amongst the best in the area for shoulder repair and is sought by patients from all around the U.S. Now that the surgery is complete and I'm in recovery, I'm certain I made the right decision. Coincidentally, I missed a consultation with another ortho surgeon who's waiting list was nearly full and I was in too much pain to wait any longer. What luck. God is good.

As an active 78 yr. old senior male having had previous rotator cuff surgery by a surgeon in Illinois that was unsuccessful due to a re-tear during physical therapy. I was referred to Dr. Burns to seek her analysis and opinion as to my options. After reviewing my records & MRI's Dr. Burns was very friendly & professional in discussing my issues and best alternatives including pre and post surgery criteria & limitations I could expect as a result of recommending a shoulder replacement.