I was so busy getting the details out for family and friends that I didn’t get to adequately share our gratitude for Dr. Nelson. It’s amazing to have a surgeon who’s an email away at all times. I'm very well aware that the fact we heard back from him in less than twenty four hours isn’t the norm for others. It means so much to have him respond not only so quickly, but more importantly, with such kindness and compassion.
Having our child undergo nine surgeries hasn’t been easy. It’s been an emotional rollercoaster full of highs, lows and the occasional low low. However, with each procedure we have been confident in Dr. Nelson’s ability and touched by his kindness. It means so much to trust in the person making decisions for your child. As parents we did our best, but there were so many times that we did not know what to do or when to do it. In these moments where we felt overwhelmed or simply didn't know the best decision to make, we leaned on his guidance and knowledge. We knew he had Amaya's best interest at heart. And that was enough. I'm so grateful to have him be a part of our lives for so long. We met him when Amaya had just turned five years old. We were so unsure of the next steps. He was the third pediatric orthopedic surgeon we had met. From the moment he entered the room we were in awe. There was an immediate difference. He was so knowledgeable on her condition and the best way to treat it. He gave us a treatment plan that would start with her first surgery three months later. He gave us an idea of what we would expect for her life and the many procedures she would need. And here we are nearly fifteen years later. About to undergo surgery number ten. And with the same confidence in our surgeon, gratitude for his skills, knowledge and kindness. His presence is such a calming guide as we head into our (hopefully) last procedure.