October,
2004
Dear Dr. Cooper:
I would like to begin be expressing my gratitude to you for what
you have done to change my life. It has been about a year now since
I visited your office for two weeks and since that time I continue
to recover from what is known as Spasmodic Dysphonia. I have progressed
from barely able to put a full sentence together to my present capability
of speaking normally most of the time, even on the phone. I say
that because the phone has been the worst for me, at times I could
barely squeeze more than a word or two our and had to discontinue
my conversation. I am now President of our local Rotary club, and
although my voice is not as strong as it should be, I am able to
lead our meetings on a weekly basis.
Although I am not 100% as of this date, by utilizing your methods
diligently, it now appears like a full recover is evident. I will
admit having one botox shot after my two week session with you about
a year ago, but have not returned for this treatment as it was only
temporary relief that severely masked the real problem and I was
unable to use my voice at all for two weeks after the shot.
You were right when you said that your methods will work, but it
was up to me to do the work. The work is hard, discouraging, humbling
and it can take a long time. For me the recovery is a multi-year
task, others may be able to do it much quicker. I believe the length
of recover it is a function of how damaged your vocal cords are.
I would like to encourage all of your patients and other botox users
out there in the world to consider utilizing your therapy because
it works and it is the best alternative.
Loosing your ability of speaking ranks right up there with other
serious illnesses, it basically takes your life away. Fortunately
for me, I’ve had a very encouraging spouse, friends that I
have met through your office with similar problems, and a God that
has helped me get through this very difficult period.
Morty, I hope that our paths cross again someday; not on a Dr.
patient relationship, but as friends just talking. Thanks again.
Sincerely,
Randy Knipple
Executive Vice President
And Chief Credit Officer
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