In Their Words — Patients of Dr. Babajide Ogunseinde

Case I · Featured story

Ten years on a cane. Two years to a 5K.

A car wreck in 2012. By 2022, Kate could barely walk. Three surgeries later, the third of them the PML SI fusion on both sides, she left her cane in a shopping buggy and never went back for it.

In her words · Facebook

“A wreck in 2012 ruined my life, and by 2022 I could barely walk. Dr. O started working on me, and within 2 years I was in the gym. His PML SI fusion saved my life. To date, I have lost 50 pounds and still walk!!!”

“Got new shoes for my new back. I love them! Everything is different with a back full of hardware, but it’s SO much better than the pre-surgery pain I was in.”

2012Car wreck. No repair.
2022First visit — walking with a cane, pain 7–10 out of 10
6 / 22Back surgery #1 — lumbar fusion
11 / 22Back surgery #2 — traditional SI fusion, left
6 / 23Back surgery #3 — PML SI fusion, both sides. Outpatient.
+ 6 moFirst 5K
6 / 24Back in the gym. Fifty pounds lighter.

Kate's post-operative X-rays showing the SI fusion hardware, dated June 2022

Post-operative X-ray of the PML SI fusion

Her photographs, June 2024 — “new shoes for my new back.” The films are her own, dated in her hand.

The PML Podcast · Kate, in her own words · 16 min

“The difference in the pain was immediate.”

Dr. Ogunseinde sits down with one of the first patients to receive the PML technique — a previous lumbar fusion, persistent SI joint pain, a salvage of a traditional fusion, and what happened after.

“I started walking three miles a day on the treadmill, and I did my first 5K six months later.”
“One day I accidentally left my cane in the shopping buggy … Okay. I don’t need it.”
“Listen, you changed my life.”

A follow-up visit · 1 min

“I cannot believe my good fortune. The good fortune was finding you. The sharp pain, which was the object of the procedure, has totally been resolved.”

Dr. O, to the room: “In three months she’ll probably be at 90%.”

Google reviews

Five stars, and he answers every one.

Beth★★★★★

“Dr. O was a God send to me. I was in a lot of pain for many years and was told nothing could be done because my RA was the cause of my sciatica and my back. I could barely get around and the pain was awful…”

Dr. O repliedThank you Beth. God bless. Dr O

Kristy★★★★★

“Dr. Ogunseinde has done three procedures on me so far. He is an EXCELLENT doctor and surgeon. He has wonderful bedside manner and treats his patients like family. He is extremely knowledgeable, trustworthy, and very thorough…”

Dr. O repliedThe most determined patient. Drives 2½ hours to clinic. You are appreciated. Dr O

Michael★★★★★

“Dr O and his staff have exceeded all expectations from the first minute, through surgery and post surgery. His attitude, patient first driven actions have been incredible. The staff is equally excellent! My mom (80 years old) had spinal…”

Dr. O repliedThank you very much Michael. We are here for your family. Regards to Diana. Dr O

Jordan · Local Guide★★★★★

“Dr. O is an innovative surgeon committed to staying on top of and creating cutting edge techniques. He has excellent bedside manners and cares deeply about his patients.”

Dr. O repliedThank you Jordan. God bless. Dr O

Messages

Written after the pain was gone.

BertaFacebook

“You are the best!! You did my surgery and I have never been happier, being pain free is living my best quality of life. Recovery was hard the first week but now, I’m literally dancing again. Thank you and may God always bless your hands, so you may continue to HAVE OUR BACKS.”

A patient, East TexasFacebook

“You came ‘highly recommend’ by multiple people, and I learned why. Thank you for being in Longview long enough to perform your surgical knowledge on my ‘aching back’. I’m 7 months since surgery and I have been pain free for 3 weeks+, no pain pills, only Tylenol if necessary. Been walking outside daily, enjoying God’s amazing weather, weight down to 160 (yayyy for me!!). God is in control.”

MargieFacebook

“Best doctor for doing a great job on a spinal repair. I am the first person that Dr. O ever did a complete repair on my spine. I trusted him with the surgery that he did.”

Ron, 82Facebook

“You seem to be in your element as you talk and explain your PML SI Fusion. Really proud of you and how you have advanced your surgical techniques. You help so many people with their pain. Please stay close — who knows, at 82 I may need you again! If I do, travel distance to wherever you are will not be a problem.”

Notes from Longview

Fifteen years in one town. When he moved on, they wrote.

Dr. Ogunseinde practiced at Longview Orthopedic Clinic from 2010 to 2025. These arrived after the announcement.

LizFacebook

“I was scared to death of having surgery!! I trusted Dr O to take care of me … and he did! Miss his smile and positivity! His patients love him.”

TiffanyFacebook

“You are missed for sure… I’m serious about boycotting surgery until you are somewhere else… You are one of the best DR’s in the world, and you have the absolute best bedside manner. Definitely miss you!”

WendyFacebook

“Same here — I’m not having my surgeries until Babajide Ogunseinde is back.”

ArizonaFacebook

“Dr. O, miss you. You did good by me.”

CoraFacebook

“Dr Ogunseinde, thank you for helping me. Miss you at the office.”

NannetteFormer colleague

“You are incredibly smart, have a beautiful soul, and are truly blessed! This path is exactly what I always knew was meant for you when we worked together. Keep shining and walking boldly in His purpose.”