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Alexander Abkin
"My first encounter with Dr. Abkin was at a forum at Morristown Memorial hospital, when I was still deciding to have the surgery, it was Sept 2003. My primary care physician recommended Dr. Abkin. My first impression was how busy he seemed to be. Everyone crowded around him asking questions, and I couldn't get to talk to him. I left the seminar thinking I would never get an appointment to see him. By the end of October 2003, I was granted an appointment with the great doctor. Again, my impression was how busy he is. He saw me briefly, asked a few questions, made a few jokes (which put me at ease), and sent me to the staff member who handles insurance. The next day I was given a date for surgery Jan 19, 2004. So, from Oct to Jan,I gained about 10 lbs, ate all the wrong foods, then showed up for my preop meeting feeling very nervous about surgery. Dr. Abkin came in and reassured us, and we were told what to expect. The day of surgery I was in a room for 2 hours waiting for my surgery. The anesthesiologist came in, asked me a few questions, and off I went. I was a bit upset that Dr. Abkin didn't come to see me before the surgey. That is the most negative comment I have. I would have liked to see him before he put the knife to me! Well, there was a complication, they couldn't get me to breathe after surgery, and if it wasn't for the quick reaction of Dr. Abkin, then I wouldn't be here today. I had to have an emergency tracheotomy. When I was in intensive care Dr. Abkin came to visit me, and he reassured me that I would be fine. He came the next night also to check up on me. I had to stay in the hospital for 6 days. After that I didn't see him again till my one week followup in his office. He took out the staples as I cried with joy at his talent and competence. I know there are risks in this surgery, but it is good to know Dr. Abkin can handle whatever is thrown his way. Overall, if anyone if having the surgery, and can be patient enough to wait for an appointment, choose the best- Dr. Alexander Abkin."
About Me
Merritt Island, FL
Location
45.3
BMI
RNY
Surgery
01/19/2004
Surgery Date
Nov 30, 2003
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