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 Richard DeCicco 
 
2022-11-21
 
 
  
THIS IS A LONG REVIEW BUT A MUST READ, I CANNOT EXPRESS THE GRATITUDE I HAVE AND OWE TO DR. DARAKCHIEV AND HIS ENTIRE TEAM!
I am one that is typically not known for being lost for words but today I was struggling to get the cadence right on what I want to be not only a meaningful review but a review that expresses my profound gratitude to a man that saved my life.
As they say, “life turns on a dime” and mine certainly did over the spring and summer of 2022. I experienced a rapid deterioration of my everyday lifestyle. It began with some numbness and tingling in my hands followed by a change in my gait and steadiness to walk. I then began to start thinking the worst, surely this was not just a simple back issue. I was at our home in Florida and immediately ran to a local Orthopedic practice and met a young Doctor who immediately ran some tests. The standard battery of X rays, MRI’s, EMGs, and some other tests I never heard of. The Dr. immediately came into my wife and I and with a very concerned look on his face told us he needed to schedule me for surgery STAT. We were both naturally taken back and overcome a bit by his sense of urgency but did not doubt what he was saying as his diagnosis seemed to be in concert with how I was feeling. This decision was one that I needed to consider and honestly get a second opinion. My wife and I were scheduled to head back to NY for a family event and I wanted to seek that “second opinion” in NY. We did our research, or should I say my wife did and since she is quite tenacious, thorough, and extremely smart we felt well-armed to progress towards that second opinion journey.
With all the research and only the best of intentions to seek out this second opinion in NY my condition began to rapidly go downhill. The family event we came back for was not meant to be either and on the morning of October 24th I found myself in the Emergency Room at Good Samaritan Hospital in West Islip New York.
I was then introduced shortly thereafter to the man who would save my life, Dr. Borimir Darakchiev a Neurosurgeon on staff at CHS.
I do not know how one can put into words the gratitude for someone saving one’s life, but I will do my best.
Dr. Darakchiev immediately took charge of the situation and the world that was moving so quickly in front of me began to slow down, I felt a calm cover over me. I knew this was not going to be just an ordinary procedure, certainly not for me but as things began to quickly unfold, I sensed it was somewhat ordinary for this Dr. who came into my life from not the Emergency Room door at Good Samaritan Hospital but from a higher place and honestly, my wife and I feel he was sent to us by “God”. I believe nothing is truly by coincidence.
The expediency of moving me into the system and getting me scheduled for surgery the very next day was impressive. The ER nursing teams, the imaging department and then once on 3 South the entire staff were all second to none.
It is now Tuesday morning the 25th of October, and I am in my room waiting to undergo a procedure, an Anterior, Cervical Decompression with a fusion across C3, C4 and C5. I was thoroughly briefed by Dr. Darakchiev and I was honestly quite anxious, but Dr. Darakchiev put my mind at ease, and I knew I was in great hands. I then remember being taken to the operating room with a quick stop in what seemed to be a pre-operating room environment. I had a quick consult with the anesthesiologist and several other incredible nurses and doctors and then off to the main event.
The next thing I remember was being awakened in recovery and taken to my room. I had no pain whatsoever, no discomfort and the issues that brought me to the emergency room, unable to
walk, numbness in my extremities and a rapid decline of my health was already behind me. I cannot say enough for how blessed I was to encounter Dr. Darakchiev.
FOR NOTHING ELSE ANYONE WHO IS IN NEED OF HELP FROM THE MOST INCREDIBLE SURGEON, THEY OWE IT TO THEMSELVES TO SEE DR. DARAKCHIEV AND HAVE HIM OPINE BEFORE YOU DO ANYTHING.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 JB Hansen 
 
2022-09-14
 
 
  
Dr D has proven to be a true professional and has utilized his abundant experience and skill to give me my life back after a severe injury to spinal nerves. I told him upon initial consultation for surgery that if I go that route, I want him to be my surgeon. I feel lucky to have been introduced to him. Fast forward 5 weeks after a successful surgery and I am able to lift my daughter and take her on daily walks. I am forever grateful Dr D.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Manuel Sanzone 
 
2022-05-18
 
 
  
You know it is a miracle when you are recommended to a neurosurgeon, who you call to schedule your first appointment and as a result, adjusts his schedule to see you that same week. From my first visit, through my follow-up visits and two surgical fusions, Dr. Darachiev, was clear on my prognosis, thorough in his explanation and truly a passionate, kind professional. The office staff was courteous and cheerful, and the atmosphere provided comfort during a difficult painful time. I was immediately reinforced to honor, value and appreciate his education, intellect, and extensive background, when the nurses on the morning of my first fusion, asked me who my doctor was and as soon as I said Dr. Darachiev, each one assured me of his skill level, professionalism and told me that he was the best. Another confirmation of a miracle sent to me. I could not agree more. The fusions because of an accident, corrected my neck, back and spine and gave me hope as I recovered and restored my life. Along the healing and recovery process and follow-up office visit, Dr. Darachiev, reviewed my reports, x-rays and showed me his pin-point precise incisions and spot on placements of all surgical hardware. As a result of the trust in Dr. Darachiev and his expertise on brain, neck, and spine, I have since gone on to recommend Dr. Darachiev to everyone with the highest regards. Dr. Darachiev has met with everyone promptly and has provided them the same experience, quality, hope and assurance for their prognosis and future as I was given. I am forever grateful to have been recommended to you. I honor your professionalism, precise surgical skills, your doctor-patient relationship and want you to know none compared to you. Rest assured, your office staff and assistants, follow your lead and exhibit the same prominent level of quality care as they guide and work with us through each visit. May all you do, continue to change, and have influence in the lives of many and our world.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Lou Charlack 
 
2021-09-09
 
 
  
Dr. Darakchiev did what no other doctor would for me.
I been pain free for the first time in 30 years.
Honest, caring and very talented.
I would highly Dr. D
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Leonardo Rivera 
 
2020-11-25
 
 
  
It is my pleasure and privilege to write this review for Dr. Darakchiev. It is thanks to Dr. Darakchiev's professionalism, kindness, understanding and superlative expertise that I am pain-free and on the road to recovery. He was supportive and understanding of my condition from the moment I met him. Our appointments never felt rushed and he welcomed and encouraged my questions. His explanations were thorough and I felt fully prepared and informed prior to my procedure. My preoperative and postoperative care was nothing less than excellent. He and his team are among the best professionals one could hope for. He gave me my life back.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 matt bauer 
 
2020-10-20
 
 
  
I recently broke my neck in 2 places requiring 3 surgeries. Dr. Darakchiev performed those surgeries giving me the opportunity to live my life again. He is intelligent, caring, and always available for anything you need. He made an extremely scary time seem like it was nothing to worry about. And with Dr. Darakchiev in charge, there really is nothing to worry about. Would recommend him to anyone ever needing medical attention in his field. He is the best there is.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Nichola Redmond 
 
2020-09-07
 
 
  
I suffered for 3yrs with a severe herniated disc in my lower back, which limited my lifestyle dramatically. I tried treating my pain with an epidural injection, which only eased my pain temporarily. I knew I needed surgery, but was very nervous of the mere thought of  having it. I was recommended to Dr. Darakchiev by my pain  Dr. for a consultation. It was the best decision I ever made. Dr. Darakchiev was very patient, and informative. He answered all my questions about the surgery, even the questions that I thought might be silly. He made me feel very confident and at ease, and I’m happy  I decided to go ahead with the surgery. I’m happy to say its been 6 months  post surgery, and I’m doing better than ever. Thank you dr Darakchiev for doing such a great job!
  
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
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