3 years ago
I have been a patient of Dr. Gribenko for a little...
I have been a patient of Dr. Gribenko for a little over a year now. In 2013 I hurt my shoulder and was told by the ER doctor it required surgery. I left the hospital and visited my personal Dr (A local major sports team head surgeon) at Hospital for Special Surgery and he advised me that surgery wasnt required. As long as I can manage my pain (No pain medication). Alot of athletes do not choose surgery. Now I was happy,took my Drs advise and recommendations and moved on.
I managed my pain to the best of my abilities but wanted another opinion. Dr. Gribenko was great. He took his time and didn't rush my appointment. He explained my shoulder issues and taught me alot of how it works. He too, did not recommended surgery and had the same reasoning as my personal doctor at HSS. I immediately knew I was in the right hands with Dr. Gribenko.
I now eat and look alot healthier thanks to Dr. Gribenko. My shoulder feels better than ever. I can't thank him enough for helping me. So happy I didn't listen to the ER Dr to have surgery, took unnecessary medication, 6 months of physical therapy and that was no guarantee it will be normal again. While many would have chosen this route and thought it was their best plan of action, I am glad I did not.
Today, I continue living without any meds for my shoulder. I am back to being active again and not worried about my shoulder anymore. Thank you again Dr. Gribenko. I gladly would recommend him to anyone.