In this world of texting and time management, some people still sit and write out notes.... the notes occasionally blow my socks off. So, I thought I would share.
All of the following quotes were taken from notes or letters given to me (Diane Stein).... I would love to upload some of the drawings children have made for me and the pictures they sent so that even after they graduated (became well so that I didn't need to see them anymore - mixed blessing, no?) I would not forget them. But for now, some quotes will do.
“You are so much more than a physician…I can't even type this without tears. You got us through this, as promised. I was starting to think that I was the only person left who does what he says he will do. You proved me wrong. You are amazing and I will make sure that everyone I meet knows who and where you are. Every kid with neuro problems deserves to have a doc like you. Unfortunately, there are only so many hours in a day. We are lucky to have found you.”
“Dr. Stein, you are absolutely one of the finest physicians I have had the pleasure of meeting. Thanks for all of your hard work! You sure have made me feel better”.
"This comes with much gratitude for all your care, kindness, friendship and especially for your concern for every single detail in my life that matters a great deal …You're truly an Angel."
"We truly appreciate everything you do for our daughter. Thank you for going out of your way by giving us your personal time when we really needed you. Doctors like you are rare, and we’re glad our child has you as her doctor.”
"Thank you for the time and care you took last year for my son __ after his head injury. Your assistance was vital to my child’s educational future…”
“Upon meeting Dr. Stein I found her to be courteous, affable, and diligent. I have never been treated so kindly by a doctor prior to meeting Dr. Stein. She is extremely thorough when explain her diagnosis to patients, and I really appreciate this fact”
“Dr. Stein is one in a million!!! Her great people skills help perform as a great doctor. Thank you Dr. Stein for everything during a very difficult time in my life.”
"You will be our hero forever!!! We so appreciate the way you do what you do!!!”
“I knew from our first meeting that Dr. Stein was not your typical brilliant-but-socially-distant-and- distracted-no-eye-contact-or-greeting neurologist. My daughter __ was born with seizures and diagnosed with severe cerebral palsy. Dr. Stein always addressed Lani and my concerns with her full attention, with compassion and brilliance, and created a partnership with our family to give Lani the very best life possible for all of us. Dr. Stein helped us to extend not only the quantity, but the quality of L_’s life”.
I wish to thank all of the patients who, over the years, have reminded me that the good in the world keeps coming back at ya! DMS