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Conditions

  • Conditions involving the hip and knee

About

Melanie received a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences degree from Eastern Kentucky University in 2018. She then went on to receive a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies degree in 2022.

She has been practicing in Orthopaedic Surgery since graduating and has nearly 10 years of experience with patient care.

Training & Education

Degree

BS in Biomedical Sciences, Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond, Ky.
MSPAS, University of Kentucky, College of Allied Health Professionals. Lexington, Ky.

Certifications and Special Training

National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Ratings & Reviews

4.84 out of 5
45 Reviews

The star rating is a calculation based on feedback from our patients using our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Learn more about our survey process. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

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    Melanie was a pleasure to meet and answered my questions without delay.

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    Overall very satisfied

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    Melanie was very concerned about my situation and offered alternatives to surgery. She took her time to explain everything. I felt much better after I left. She eased my mind.

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    Very good
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      Excellent visit!
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      I would highly recommend Melanie Mrzljak and Dr. Duncan!
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      Great experience.
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      Excellent provider.
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      I had a lot of questions and Melanie was patient and thorough in answering.
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      Melanie was fantastic. Answered 24 of my questions regarding my post op appt.
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      Good.
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      Everything went good.
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      Would like to learn about other treatments I have read about. She did OK.
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      Very pleasant and professional.
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      Would check on any and everything I asked about.
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      She was fantastic actually the whole office
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      Friendly service providers
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      Awesome
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      She offered a steroid injection that eased the pain. It should be offered to all. The shot did not hurt. She was fast with the injection.
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      Melonie was do informative and caring. Very thorough!
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      Excellent P/a friendly and very good at explaining procedure.
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      They was always there!
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      Very professional and knowledgeable of professon.
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      Very thorough, we talked about options together.
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      Melanie listened to my concerns and explained what I was experiencing. She removed 18 staples without hurting me. She's a very caring professional PA. Highly recommend her.
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      I expressed concern about the level of pain in my knee and was concerned about a displacement of the implant. She originally did not think that an X-ray was necessary, but clearly listened to my concerns because she then said that she would order one. To me, this demonstrated that she was exercising good clinical judgment by listening to the patient's symptoms.
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      She also apologized for the delay.
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      Angel was the radiologist. She was professional and cordial. The PA went over options with me and I felt very encouraged about the future.
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      She was very nice and answered all questions.
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      Good
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      I told NP about a concern and she shrugged it off, instead of addressing it to help provide a way to help
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      She was nice, but sort of seemed like she didn't really want to be there. Also, ended up hurting me when removing one of the stitch and seemed to show no regard for it. It felt like some of the pain I experienced, while having my stitches removed was avoidable, if she had shown a little more care. She seemed jaded with doing this task. You're literally pulling on people's skin from the inside; care should be shown to try to avoid causing pain. I've had stitches removed many times from surgeries, this was the worst experience I've ever had, having this procedure done.
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      They answered questions and showed concern pleased with their care
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      Overall demeanor of the PA was awful. Rude and didn't make eye contact. Did not express any concern/ empathy for concerns I had. When expressing a concern, she told me they didn't have options to help me. As a healthcare worker, I know that isn't true.
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      All very good!
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      Good experience
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      She listened and formulated a plan w/me.
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      The care provider was kind and professional.
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      I was very impressed with the knowledge and professionalism that Melanie displayed. I felt she really cared about getting me the help I needed.
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      Good
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      Good
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      She was very informational about my surgery and medication about what I wanted to know
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      Melanie is amazing! She listens to all of my concerns With compassion, and helps me to figure out the best course of action for my treatment. I like her better than the lead surgeon.shhh I won't mention any names
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      Dr. Duncan did my knee 2 about 6 yrs. old. Having some pain sleeping because hurt at night so he gave me some new and working great.