Dr. Silvia Elena Perez-Protto, MD

While I was in the Cleveland Clinic Surgical ICU Dr. Sylvia's department was on supervisory rotation. I was experiencing some unusual pain and was told a physician would come by to address my concern. I fell asleep only to be awakened by a light touch on my arm and an angel's face only inches from my own. It was Dr. Sylvia. The kindest, most compassionate person I had ever met, Doctor put my mind at ease and also shed light on several other concerns that she brought forth with her professional manner of questioning me. Dr. Sylvia Perez-Protto gave more of herself than I have ever seen a doctor give. Some nine months later I found Doctor's office number online. I called her to say thanks and tell her what an impression she had left on me. She answered the phone herself and, while I relayed my onslaught of superlative memories, I made her cry. I had never seen as much sensitivity or kindness in all my days on this earth. I know she touches others the same way she touched me. I would… recommend Dr. Sylvia Perez-Protto to any family whose loved one requires critical care.