I was suffering with extreme back and leg pain at the time I went to see Melissa Colbert, M.D. I had seen many physicians and specialists, including a neurosurgeon who had previously operated on my back but indicated that surgery was not now an option. I am grateful to Dr. Colbert, M.D. for the extraordinary (I don't use the word lightly) care she provided.
In my relatively long life as both a patient and medical professional, I have considerable knowledge of many medical professionals. I appreciate their differences and will spend significant time and energy searching for the "best" doctor. I have also been involved as a researcher studying the attributes of gifted healers. Dr. Colbert possesses a truly rare combination of intellect, training, empathy and intuition. These qualities place her among a very select group of exceptional healers.
A couple of specific comments;
a. Dr. Colbert's acupuncture skills are second to none. Almost immediately, she had brought my pain down to a manageable level - something that no other professional, treatment modality or medication had achieved.) Acupuncture also represents her deep understanding and ability to bring to gather the best that Western and Eastern Medicine has to offer.
b. Dr. Colbert listened carefully and integrated my words and symptoms into her vast knowledge base, and then translated her understanding back to me. It was masterful to experience offering me both hope and understanding.
c. She is a warm and caring human being. This is not something that can be taught and is inherent to who she is.
I feel most fortunate for the treatment I received from Dr. Colbert. She is indeed a rare find.
Sincerely,
Paul C. Roud, Ph.D. read more
