2 LA Spine Surgeon Consults

sahuaro · #1 (**permalink**) 01-08-2007, 03:11 PM

Thanks, Maria, for posting your experience with Drs. Delamarter and Regan as I will be following in your footsteps in a couple of weeks-- again, with thanks to Mark. I am glad you had good experiences and hope these finally lead to a good resolution for you.

Poncho · #2 (**permalink**) 01-08-2007, 06:30 PM

Hey Maria,

I think it's great that you and Mark were able to orchestrate your MD appt with your case manager and that your experiences were positive ones given the circumstances. Most importantly, these separate consultations yielded simular results / recommendations. It sounds like everything is gaining some momentum moving in the right direction for you

I hope that your case manager is able to get this approved for you soon.

Take care,
Poncho

Blairsara · #3 (**permalink**) 01-08-2007, 08:38 PM

Maria,
It was a pleasure meeting you and I'm sorry to hear that after I left you had to lie on the floor because you couldnt tolerate sitting. yikes! Was the other doctor , Dr. Apostle? I'm glad that you were happy with your visit. Dr. Regan is an amazing doctor and he truly cares about his patients and finding out what is best for them. I know a lot of people say that these type of doctors like to rush into things but he definitely doesnt. So I am glad that you walked away happy

Again it was great meeting you and stay in touch.

Blair

dshobbies · #4 (**permalink**) 01-10-2007, 02:42 AM

Maria and all,

Just to play the devil's advocate... not everyone has had positive experiences with Dr. D or R and/or their staff, though I do believe both are extremely fine surgeons. Please email me privately if you'd like more details.

Also, both doctors agreed that I had four bad levels and needed a fusion at S1/L5. Dr. B, who ultimately did my surgery determined that L2/3 was not a pain generator and did a three level adr, S1/L3.

Best of luck, Dale

fortitudine · #5 (**permalink**) 01-11-2007, 12:35 AM

Hi Maria,

Thanks for your thorough report. Having followed your story for three years, I am delighted to see that you finally making real progress! Can't wait to hear the next chapter as it will hopefully be just as positive.

letteski · #6 (**permalink**) 01-13-2007, 07:47 PM

Hi Maria

I'm so glad that you are seeking some good opinions and have Mark there to help you decipher all this information. Soon you will know in your heart what you are going to do and that decision will give you the most comfort. Please keep me posted on how things are going.

You are in my prayers.