My wife, Diane, had her epidural injection in June with an excellent pain management specialist, Dr. Medhat Mikhael of
Pain Medicine Associates. I was taken by a painting in his waiting room. Done in oil on canvas, it contained a wonderful poem written by a young girl. It was a Thank You gift for a doctor that had an incredible impact on her (and her family). I took a picture of it thinking that I'd like to share it with the patient community... just a heartwarming story.
I decided that I could not put this on the internet without permission of the family, and fortunately, I was able to find them. When I finally connected with Mirissa's family, I could not believe the story. This will be so much more than a heartwarming anecdote and beautiful piece of art to share. I hope that his story will help many others with RSD or CRPS to continue searching and hopefully to find a solution. Having been told to give up and accept the constant, severe pain: four years later, Mirissa is a happy and healthy 15 year-old with a normal life. The RSD is in remission... her last serious episode was 3 years ago!
I spoke to Mirissa's mother again today. They'll be along soon to tell the story in their own words. (I look forward to the parent's perspective as well as the patinent's). They'll also, to point me to the places that I can help direct RSD / CRPS patients towards.
More coming soon. Enjoy...
click here to see her painting and poem!
Mark