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Richard Rosenblatt

Richard Rosenblatt

Brooklyn, NY

Spinal Decompression Surgery

Richard Rosenblatt

Dr. Lovecchio and his entire team were absolutely amazing - so kind, attentive, and caring. Two years ago, I was having significant difficulty getting around and initially believed I was dealing with a classic case of sciatica. It was later discovered that a cyst on my spine was pressing on the nerves and causing the pain.

The surgery was delicate, as anything involving the spine is, but the cyst was removed with great care. And just like that - once the anesthesia wore off - I was able to leave the hospital the very same evening. I walked out with my wife feeling lighter than air, completely pain-free. Two years later, there has been no recurrence.

If, God forbid, I ever face a similar issue again, I would not hesitate to call Dr. Francis Lovecchio. Simply the best.

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Francis C. Lovecchio, MD

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Spine Surgeon

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