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Originally Posted by Deidre
My neurologist wants me to see an RSD specialist in NYC, as my appointment with Dr. Robert Schwatzman is not until November of 2011. He has recommended either Dr. Richman from The Hospital of Special Surgeries or Dr. Ronny Hertz from St. Lukes. I am leaning toward Dr. Richman, as my RSD began after an arthroscopy of my right knee January 27, 2009.
I am very anxious about seeing anyone new, as like most RSD sufferers, I do not trust many medical providers at the moment. I am very comfortable with my PCP, Neurologist and Psychologist, and RSD Support Group at the moment. I am deathly afraid of Ketamine and am hoping that they may have an alternative treatment for me.
Any suggestions, advice, experiences, etc. would be greatly appreciated!
I am a nurse, so don't be afraid of using medical terms.
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Hi Deidre,
I'll make this short and sweet. I have been a patient of HSS for 7 years and a prior patient of Dr. Richman for 6 years and have had many surgeries there and still go to the pain center and see Dr. Gungor who is excellant also. I have also done boosters with both Dr. Schwartzman and Dr. Hertz both good doctors. Dr. Richman in my opinion is truly the best doctor I have ever worked with truly. Some say differently I don't understand why. He guided me through a 5 year nightmare of surgeries, ketamine procedures, epidurals etc. with compassion and respect.
Everyone else gave you great advise so I don't want to repeat.
Good Luck
Gabbycakes