This promo smacks of money. Don't you think Helen?
Sorry for the sarcasm. Just seems so egotistical.
He never replied to my e-mail when I was searching for help.
Dr Korrell replied right away. So did Nezhat and Semertzides. Dr Reich's assistant did all the talking. He was too busy.
So far I would put my money on Korrell and Semertzides.
> The Details of Dr. Cook's Move to California
> Providing the best possible care to my patients has been the underlying
> principle that has guided me professionally. This means giving patients the
> respect and dignity that they deserve as well as the best technical surgical
> care. Combining my practice with Dr. Deborah Metzger's practice in California
> will help to further this goal. I believe that our association will result in
> the World's premiere Center of Excellence for the treatment of women with pelvic
> pain and endometriosis.
>
> As with the other primary physicians at Omega, I have been a sole practitioner
> who has chosen to practice medicine at the Omega Institute of Health in
> Louisiana. While we cover call for each other we are not partners. In 1996, when
> the Internet revolution was in its infancy, I started "Dr. Cook's Endometriosis
> and Pelvic Pain Information Center" ( http://www.drcook.com/ ). Over the years
> this has developed into one of the best endometriosis sites worldwide, with > upwards of 70,000 page visits a month. I surgically treat women from across the
> United States, and internationally. Most of the patients I treat have been
> through multiple surgeries with other physicians and are often the difficult
> cases that no one else can help. Patients travel to see me because I am one of
> the best in the country at treating pelvic pain, not just endometriosis.
> Patients with pelvic pain are often complex with several factors contributing to
> their problem. This includes such conditions as hernias, interstitial cystitis,
> nerve entrapment or the need for systemic treatment of endometriosis. An
> approach to the whole patient, not just one organ system, is needed to restore a
> patient's health. As one of the top endometriosis doctors in the country, I was
> invited to speak at the ERC Endometriosis 2000 Symposium this year in Florida.
>
> Dr. Deborah Metzger, also a world-renowned endometriosis specialist, and I first > met and began talking at the ERC Endometriosis 2000 Symposium. We "clicked" from
> the beginning and soon realized that we had a shared vision. A philosophy that
> the patient comes first and a drive to find the unsolved answers for women with
> endometriosis. We soon made the commitment to form an alliance that would blend
> our different talents to provide an even better excellence in care for our
> patients. The result is a new Helena Women's Health, which is a true partnership
> between Dr. Metzger and myself, both in business and philosophy. Dr. Metzger's
> bio can be found on this Internet page. While she is well published and has
> traveled the world lecturing, she is also a warm intelligent person with an
> obvious compassion for her patients.
>
> Our association really involves a third person; Dr. Arnold Kresch, M.D. Dr.
> Kresch was a pioneer in the field of endometriosis and pelvic pain. His
> innovative thinking laid the groundwork for Dr. Metzger and I on which to build. > Unfortunately, Dr. Kresch passed away from cancer not long after Dr. Metzger
> joined his practice in Palo Alto, CA. Culmination of the knowledge of all three
> of us contribute to the emerging new Helena Women's Health. This is truly a
> unique and special practice in the field of endometriosis and pelvic pain.
>
> My associates at Omega were surprised when I informed them that I was leaving my
> current situation, especially since I have such a large successful practice,
> currently the largest associated with Omega. I felt a professional courtesy to
> notify my associates first, which I did Thursday afternoon July 27, and am now
> working to contact my patients. I appreciate your patience during this time of
> transition.
>
> With change certain difficulties or problems may arise. This is true for you the
> patient, myself, and Omega as well. I am sorry for any difficulty you may
> experience as a result of this change. I am confident that the opportunities > afforded by this change will outweigh the short-term difficulties. The first
> issue for current patients or patients making arrangements to come see me is the
> decision whether to change geographic location with me for their medical care or
> make a change in physician. The agreed upon policy between Omega and myself is
> that the patient comes first and that it is your choice where you want to go for
> medical treatment. Your options include (1) changing your care to another
> physician at Omega, (2) changing your care to another physician outside of Omega
> or (3) continuing your care with me through my office at Helena Women's Health
> in California. If you would like to come out to California to receive treatment
> with me, I will do everything in my power to make it a smooth transition for
> you.
>
> Prior to September 1, 2000 I will be available via telephone appointments. These
> can be scheduled directly with Debbie Fincher at 559-434-0524. Debbie has been > hired as the Internet Patient Coordinator for Helena Women's Health. She is
> committed to help you with your transition to Helena. Debbie will be a great
> resource for you in receiving treatment at Helena Women's Health.
>
> Dr. Metzger and I have a shared vision for the future of Helena Women's Health.
> We are in the process of creating a comprehensive center never before available
> to women with endometriosis and pelvic pain. Some centers may surgically remove
> endometriosis, but if the patient still suffers, she is left to fend for
> herself. We hope to change this and we are tremendously excited about the
> future. We invite you to be a part of this change. With your input and our
> determination and expertise, together we can achieve the goal that so many women
> with endometriosis and pelvic pain desire - a treatment center where women can,
> with dignity and respect, receive comprehensive and accurate information,
> diagnosis and treatment needed to regain a normal life.
>
> I look forward to seeing you at my new office at Helena Women's Health in
> California!
>