Raymond Thertulien

He was always there for us. Our daughter, Wendy Pumphrey, had the best of care and it was always with a smile. His personality is infectious and that makes such a difference. We will always be indebted to him for his care of her.

I have been battling cancer for over 5 years and Dr. T has been with me 3 of them. He is the reason I'm still alive when others told me I wouldn't be. When surgeons refused to operate because they didnt think it was worth it, he fought for me. He's always got a smile and hug for me. He is funny and sometimes a little stubborn but I know hes always got my best interest at heart. Everyone at the cancer center at Park Ridge is wonderful. I love the nurses. I highly recommend all of them.

NEVER HAVE I EXPERIENCED THE CONCERN, GENUINE CARE, AND SERVICE IN ANY DOCTOR. DR. T HAS RECOMMENDED POSSIBLE OPTIONS FOR OTHER AREAS OF CONCERN WHICH HAVE MANIFESTED THEMSELVES WHILE TREATING MY INITIAL REFERRAL PROBLEM.

When I first met Dr. Thertulien several years ago, I thought he was quite knowledgeable and engaged. At the time, I just needed him to assess a blood disorder. Three years later when I had a more serious problem and had been hospitalized, I changed my opinion. He was reading my medical records "on the fly" and was clearly poorly prepared for my meeting with him. My questions and concerns were totally dismissed. I had to ask myself if I'd ever feel comfortable again talking to him if another problem occurred. The answer was "no". I was able to quickly secure another hematologist and I feel much more confident that my medical needs will be met.

He told my husband he had aggressive cancer and without treatment would have 4-5 months to live and with treatment maybe 1-3 years. I took him to the Cancer Treatment Center of America and he doesn't even have cancer!! Always get another opinion!

Very kind doctor ...takes time to talk to you

pleasant wiyh asense of humor