Patient Testimonials

Dr. Paymaun Lotfi

Condition Lumbar Stenosis

I had been suffering with lower back pain for more than two years. With each passing month the pain was getting worse. I went from one doctor to the next and no one could diagnose the cause of my problem. My condition continued to get worse, painfully worse.

Then I remembered that 10 years ago a friend of mine had a similar problem. She was seen by a new physician who had just completed his training and was starting his own practice in orthopedic medicine. Like me my friend had trouble finding someone who could alleviate her painful condition. After one surgical procedure she was relieved all pain and associated symptoms. I did not know where this doctor was located but I remembered his name. I searched for him on the internet. I found that Dr. Lotfi’s office was only 30 miles away so I called and made an appointment.

Unlike some of my other my other physician encounters I found him to be kind and attentive to my problem. There was no skepticism that the pain was in my head. He did not hesitate to order me an MRI. Upon reading the study he immediately diagnosed my problem as Lumbar stenosis. He then carefully explained to me my options, the pros and cons of each treatment plan. But in the end he left the decision up to me. I chose Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery for Total Lumbar IF. The surgery turned out to be a great success and my pain was gone immediately. I was thrilled with the results

I was pleased with the straight forward manner of Dr Lotfi, his ability to render the correct diagnosis when others had failed to do so. The professionalism and quality of care I received was impressive. As someone with a nursing background and more than 25 years of experience I know when good care is rendered. I highly recommend Dr Lotfi to anyone who is struggling with pain for reasons no one else can seem to explain.

- Nikou Afshan
Sept 25, 2009

 

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Dear Dr Lotfi:

Two weeks ago you operated on my aching back. Today I am not only pain free, but have resumed a normal life. I am exercising on a tread mill and within reason can move around without pain. Kindly accept my thanks for making this possible. I appreciate your medical expertise and above all the care you have shown for my welfare and making me comfortable.

I wish you the best for your professional and personal life. Than you again for giving me back my life.

- Christel H Gallager
Nov 17, 2008

 

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Lumbar Stenosis and Spinal Injections

I have been suffering with lower back pain for years. I know I have arthritis so it was expecting my condition to be uncomfortable from time to time. I would just live with it.

However I was beginning to have trouble sleeping as the pain was constant and getting worse. I was familiar with NOVA Orthopedic and Spine Care because I had been previously treated by Dr. Layfield for bursitis of the shoulder. When I asked for a visit for my lower back pain he referred me to his partner Dr. Lotfi who specializes in problems of the spine.

Dr. Lotfi’s first recommendation was physical therapy along with a prescription for pain. After six weeks my condition improved dramatically. However as time went by my pain returned and was reluctant to rely on pain medications. Dr. Lotfi recommended that I consider spine injections for my condition. After some thought, I agreed to the procedure.

I must say the results have been remarkable. I am able to return to a normal life routine again. The severity of the pain is gone. This is the best I have felt in years. My energy level is high again. I have recommended Dr. Lotfi to all my friends. His reputation for excellent care has been recognized by his peers and is well justified based upon my experience.

- Louise Mueller
Oct 28, 2009

 

 

 

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