Rasmussen Linda J MD

Dr. Rasmussen was the doctor that was recommended to me by friends who live in Kaneohe I am 66 years old and I had a knee replacement onJune 18 2013 my doctor then told me my knee would last 5 years well it lasted 4 mos my pain never went away in fact it was worst I went back in February 2015 to tell him something was very wrong well the X-​Ray showed my knee and joints failed and also created a fracture on my shin but thankfully I was told about Dr. Rasmussen and I am so happy with the results she along with being a great surgeon is very caring and makes you feel like a person not just number «ok next» I never had a doctor have a beautiful rose in a vase waiting for me in my room and a special breakfast for me and my husband she’s «TOPS»! In February 2016 I am having my right knee done also by Dr. Rasmussen, Oh and she also does Robotic surgery So anyone who needs surgery check her out you will not be disappointed !!!

I am a 58yr old male that had been suffering with left knee degenerative bone loss which over the years resulted in a severe limp and bowing of my lower limb. Though I had learned to be functional, the pain was constant and eventually caused me to limit my activities. I had lived with the knee pain for over 15 years. Gave up surfing, limited my hiking to easy trails, golfed less and generally became less active over the last few years.
I waited to have surgery because I had been told by one doctor to «just use a cane». The military/​VA orthopedic surgeons I had been referred to told me I was” too young” for surgery. This was after the MRI tech stated my knee was the worst she had seen.
Finally, I had had enough of wearing braces, using a cane and limping like Quasimodo. I did my research and found Dr. Rasmussen. She assured me that I was not too young and that I should have had surgery sooner. I was in surgery within 3 weeks of my visit with Dr. Rasmussen for a total knee replacement.
Dr. Rasmussen has established a great team that work out of Castle Medical Center to prepare the patients days before surgery, prep for surgery and post op. I could not have asked for a better nursing staff or surgeon. Dr. Rasmussen is very approachable and good hearted but she puts on her game face on the day of surgery and is all business. Some people may see this attitude as gruff, but it provided me a feeling of assurance.
First day of surgery Friday: On meds, spinal anesthesia kept me from feeling any pain. Knee was wrapped with an Aircast ice pump to reduce swelling. Dr. Rasmussen visited to follow up, report on the surgery and respond to any questions.
Day two Saturday: Spinal wore off. Pain increased. First attempt to get out of bed and move to a chair. I was amazed at how much muscle atrophy there was and the difficulty to lift and lower my left leg without assistance. First Physical Therapy session with hospital staff. Leg slides, lifts, learn to stand, sit, walk with a walker.
Day three Sunday: Worst day for pain. Second Physical Therapy Session with hospital staff more of the same, plus learn to go up/​down steps. Discharged to home.
The first week after surgery was the worst for pain and getting around. It is really a struggle of the mind and body to get beyond the pain. But everyone must in order to move to proper recovery,
Physical therapy is the key to recovery. I was in physical therapy at Elam Sports on day 4 and went 3 days a week for four weeks. I likely could have benefited from a few more weeks, but many of the exercises I continued at home plus I added my own strengthening routine at the gym with stationary bike, treadmill (walking), elliptical and very light weights on leg machines (5 – 10 lbs). Getting my leg to move the bike pedals in full circle was not easy and took about 3 days of trying with significant pain. It was a great accomplishment once able to move that bike pedal fully.
I was walking my first mile the second week out of surgery and then graduated to two miles (slowly) without a device (cane or walker) within two weeks.
Driving on my own after week two. Back to riding my motorcycle after one month.
I progressed quickly due to the physical therapy regimen. However, my progression and my newly found ability made me over confident which resulted in me aggravating my hip (bursitis) three months after surgery. This was after going on a more advanced hike than my knee was physically ready for. I did not have full flexibility or strength in the left leg to climb down the steep rocky terrain. In short, I over did it and more or less stiff legged my decent aggravating my left hip. I got a mild scolding from Dr Rasmussen, but was happy to know that the new knee she gave me held up to the abuse. Lesson: don’t over do it. 58 year old body, brand new knee and 20 year old mind — got to learn to keep those all in balance.
I am now four months after surgery. Muscle strength and flexibility still need work. Walking up/​down stairs is not quite normal, yet. My knee pain is dramatically reduced with full extension of the knee joint and greater overall function of the knee and leg. Not quite where I want to be yet, but working it. So far, I have been hiking, daily walks, kayaking, swimming and I will attempt to get back to surfing this week. I have a new life with this new knee.
I am very happy I found Dr. Rasmussen as she not only fixed my knee but straightened my bowed leg. I only wish I hadn’t waited so long to have my knee surgery.

I recently had MAKOplasty surgery with Dr. Linda Rasmussen. I found her down to earth and willing to spend time with my evaluation and to answer all my questions. Her office staff is superb! I had gone to her seminar to find out partial knee replacements.
My mother had severe osteoarthritis and refused treatment. With her bowed knees and bone on bone, she was always in pain. She was unable to walk in her later years. I have OA also, but I wanted early treatment.
Castle Medical Center has staff that works with Dr. Rasmussen all the time. From pre-​op through Physical Therapy, it was a totally smooth transition. Kyle at the Castle Kaneohe Physical Therapy, was find tuned with this type of surgery. He was very helpful and encouraging.
I was walking w/​o a walker in a few days, and climbing stairs in a weeks time. I haven’t gone back to tennis yet, because I was busy with my son’s wedding. But, I was able to dance all evening at his wedding though.
It has been a great out come for me. Liz M.

Dr. Rasmussen is amazing. I went to her after going to two other orthopedists and found her to be a straight shooter which is what I needed. She scheduled my hip replacement working around my schedule (not hers). I am now totally «hip» with a hip that is perfectly aligned and working like a charm. I had little to no pain after surgery and feel like I can run a marathon. Well — she did say that I can’t run for three months but that’s okay. She is super warm and cuddly and friendly and makes you feel like she is your best friend.

Dr. Rasmussen was my second opinion doctor. I wasn’t happy with the first orthopedic doctor so I got referrals from others and online and all raved about Dr Rasmussen. They were right! I went to see her and she told me although my cartilage was gone I could try the conservative route with exercise and supplements. I did the exercises for a month and the burning pain left and I feel normal! I don’t take pain meds yet or shots yet… but if I can continue this route for as long as possible it is the best advice ever. She is patient and takes time to answer questions in a loving manner and when the time comes for that surgery, she will be my choice.

I have suffered from tremendous knee pain for 35 years. I was told that I would need a total knee replacement 7 years ago and to wait because I was too young to get it.58 at the time. well, I found Linda Rasmussen just by chance and she changed my life. I can hardly keep up with my new knee… I had the surgery on October 31, 2014 and I am back doing anything I want to do. yoga, swimming, biking and most importantly walking without that awful pain… I would highly recommend you go for a visit and see if Makoplasty is for you… it was for me and Im thrilled!
Mahalo Mucho, Dr. Rasmussen!

O a’u o Oliana Sagapolutele Eseroma ou te fa’afetai ilea atua ua oe maua inale malosi fou fa’afetai ia Linda Ramussen le foma’i na ou taoto ai io’u tulivae e lua fa’afetai i lea atua tofa soifua o Oliana.
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Dr. Rasmussen is a total patient’s advocate. She is solidly behind patient’s well-​being; not like those darned insurance companies. she cares for her patients enough to see that you aren’t suffering beyond what is humanly acceptance. She is a «stand in» for my doctor who is out on leave, but she treasts me like one of her own patients. Love her!