Hi and welcome.

Just to share my personal experience with the medical profession, I have nothing but good things to say about those that cared for me after my accident and later facilited my recovery. I'll take the liberty to include names as appropriate.

Trauma surgeon Scott Petersen MD assembled the trauma team that stabilized me upon arrival at St. Joseph’s hospital trauma bay. Neurosurgeon Steve Chang MD worked past midnight the night of my accident to complete the craniotomy that literally saved my life.

Clinical neuropsychologist Jennifer Wethe, PhD, showed great compassion and understanding in explaining brain injury and recovery plan to my wife and me (to the extent I could understand at the time). Her NPA was instrumental in identifying specific deficit areas for the rehabilitation team to focus on.

Physical Medicine/Rehab Specialist Christina Kwasnica MD visited be daily in the hospital, shared encouragement and hope, and more importantly led the dedicated team of OTs, PTs, and ST’s that helped me recover my physical and cognitive functioning.

I understand that not everyone has the same experience, but I want to recognize and thank all those in the medical profession that I had the privilege to have on my side through my trauma.

We look forward to you sharing your experience, strength and hope with all of us as well. Welcome again.