Dr. Kulow saved my life.
I had a terrible diverticulitis flare which was chewing up my colon, and he got it out of there and cleaned up the infection. I was incredibly sick and in pain. I was scared to death, and he was amazing. He spoke to me on my level, not speaking down to me in medical jargon. He drew pics to help explain, he shared things about his own health to help build trust. After my colectomy, I saw him in the office numerous times, and he responded to all of the silly questions I asked and emails I sent. On top of me getting so sick, I got divorced in the midst of it, and he was sure to check on my mental health and let me know that I have support. When it was time to reverse my ostomy, I was resistant for a number of emotional reasons. Kulow talked to me like he was my friend and helped me accept that it was time to move to the final phase and close up my stoma. My last surgery was in October 2020, it also involved a hernia repair and he was so flexible, working around another provider's schedule while also honoring my timeline. Kulow stayed with me up until the end of the year when my insurance changed. I pray that I never need a colorectal surgeon ever again, but if I did, I would do everything in my power to find my way back to Ben Kulow. He knows what he's talking about, he's the best at what he does and he makes it feel manageable. He is kind and funny; he taught me to use humor to get through this. read more