Dr. Alberton performed surgery on my wrist last Tuesday. My wrist was broken on both sides, and I was in terrible pain. I was very nervous about surgery and 'going under.' Dr. Alberton alleviated my anxiety by listening to my concerns/fears and by coming up with solutions that would set me at ease. As promised, he followed through with all of the pre/post op things we had discussed in our first meeting.
PREOP: Prior to surgery, he spoke to the nurses about my anxiety. When they brought me back, they were all so caring and really took the time to make me as comfortable as possible. Next, he had the anesthesiologist come by and go over what he was going to do. He also showed me a little something he would give me first (as requested), to help me calm down. I know a lot of times doctors may listen, but then get busy and forget. Dr. Alberton is truly a caring man who wants to make sure that his patients are well taken care of, feel heard, and have a positive experience.
POSTOP:: Dr. Alberton came to see me after surgery to assure me that everything went well. He gave me pain meds that actually took away the pain and spoke to me by phone the following day. Yesterday, I saw him for my post op appointment. Again, he was caring, attentive, and very detailed as far as our next steps.
If you need surgery from this department at Sharp- you are in great hands with Dr. Alberton and his staff. read more