09/02/2025
Matt Gaarder came to Mosaic Medical Center – Maryville after years of living an active lifestyle – playing sports, running marathons and staying engaged with his family and business. But osteoarthritis in his right hip and both knees had taken a toll, with pain affecting every part of his life.
“Before the surgery, the pain in my right hip had taken over and life was so much harder. I wasn’t able to do a lot of activities with my family, including playing baseball with my teenage son – my favorite sport,” says Matt. “My productivity in my business was getting worse every day because of the pain. That’s what led to the emotional struggles. Life wasn’t what it should be, and I wasn’t as active as I should be at my age. It was tough.”
Matt chose Mosaic for its proximity to home, but it was the care and connection with the staff that made the decision easy. From his first appointment through surgery and recovery, Matt felt supported by the orthopedics team that worked seamlessly together.
“After working with the orthopedics staff and meeting Dr. Monahan, it was a no-brainer to get my care done at Mosaic in Maryville,” says Matt. “There was a friendly professionalism about everybody I worked with. I felt comfortable with the entire process because I had a sense they were there for me.”
His hip replacement surgery was a success. Despite the challenges of operating on strong bones, Dr. Monahan and the surgical team delivered excellent results.
“The joint pain I lived with for so long was gone. Yes, there was pain from the surgery itself, but it didn’t compare to what I had before – and that pain is getting better every day, not worse like it was before,” Matt added.
Recovery has gone smoothly, with support from Mosaic Outpatient Therapy - Maryville and quick responses to any concerns. What stood out most to Matt was the teamwork and communication he saw throughout the process – something that resonated deeply with his athletic background.
To anyone considering orthopedic care at Mosaic Medical Center – Maryville, Matt’s advice is simple: “Do it.”
If you’re living with joint pain or considering orthopedic surgery, let Mosaic help you take the next step toward healing. For more information, call (660) 562-7999.
