Dr. Austin Daniel Findley, MD

Warning: Dr. Findley dismissed my legitimate concerns and downplayed my pain, suggesting it was a psychological issue. He recommended unnecessary organ removal without believing it would solve my problem. I’ve experienced heavy and painful periods since 12. This issue has rarely been taken seriously, despite talking to many doctors about it over the years. I saw Dr. Findley a year ago. I asked for a laparoscopy, to look for endometriosis. He told me, verbatim, “I don’t like to do a laparoscopy unless I’m removing a uterus”. In addition to my uterus, he also wanted to remove my Fallopian tubes and appendix “to simplify the pain picture”. The most upsetting part was that he followed by saying he didn’t think removing any of these organs would even solve my pain problem. He said he believed I had a syndrome treated with psych drugs and “behavioral health interventions”, insinuating that the chronic pain I’d been enduring throughout my adult life was merely psychological. However,… puzzlingly, he still wanted to proceed with the extensive surgery, including the removal of multiple organs. I was devastated. I felt I’d been given the infamous and archaic “hysteria” diagnosis. Thankfully, another doctor agreed to perform a laparoscopy to investigate endometriosis. The procedure revealed and addressed the endometriosis, while leaving my organs intact. I’m relieved to say that my pain has not returned since the procedure.

Dr. Findley was very in tune with my emotions, didn’t make quick decisions regarding my complicated medical history/situation, and was remarkably professional yet so comforting to speak to. He did not rush through the appointment, and his expertise shined. As mentioned, no quick decisions were made. His decision to collaborate with other specialists who previously treated me, is not only representation of doctor responsibility, it’s important and was comforting. To discuss all facts and opinions, medical history, and steps going forward, I feel like I’m in the best hands possible with a wonderful team. Dr. Findley...thank you.

I had a hysterectomy with Dr. Findley. The surgery was a complete success and I couldn’t believe how simple it was. Dr. Findley really took his time each and every time he spoke with me. My incisions were small and I felt so much better after the procedure.