About a month ago, I met Dr Coffey for a routine procedure. He was very friendly and explained everything. I had my oldest daughter drive me, and after the procedure, he took to time to explain everything to her. My daughter apparently asked him MANY questions, and he took his time. About a week later, I was in Dr Coffey's office receiving some of the toughest news I have ever heard. Dr Coffey did tell my daughter that he is very direct and honest, and he was. While I thought I would take the news stoically...after it set in, I must have changed my demeanor. Dr Coffey immediately changed his tone and adjusted...and was absolutely great. I cannot thank him enough for that moment. He assured me that we were a team, he gave me tangible goals to focus on, and explained everything. I had never had surgery in my life prior to that point. Dr Coffey's staff was also amazing...especially the scheduler. I cannot remember her name, but she was very kind. My sister had asked some colleagues of hers about Dr Coffey, and the consensus is that he is a great guy, great surgeon, and a great doctor. To be fair, I was far more concerned about the surgical piece, not his personality; but he was always great with me and my support people. The day of the surgery, Dr Coffey stopped in and talked to me and was very positive. After the surgery, Dr Coffey made it a point to go to the waiting room to talk to my daughter and girlfriend. The staff told my daughter that most doctors don't do that anymore, and is one of the reasons they love Dr Coffey, he will come out and talk to the family. Pretty cool. The surgery went well, and I followed his instructions for recovery...and I am doing well. I just had my follow up appointment with him, and he was genuinely happy to see me and happy to deliver good news. I hope this helps anyone in a similar situation. I feel very lucky to have met Dr Coffey and to have been his patient.
