Eric Bershad

Three years ago Dr Leone changed my life!

I’m an active adult and a very dedicated tennis player and I think of Dr. Leone every time I step on the court.

In December 2007 I was diagnosed with severe hip arthritis. I could no longer play tennis or work out in the gym and even simple activities like walking and sleeping were painful. I traveled to well known institutions and physicians throughout the U.S. looking for a surgeon who I felt comfortable with and who cared about me as an individual.

In January 2008 I had the good luck of being introduced to Dr Leone. Whereas most doctors spent 10-15 minutes with me, Dr. Leone spent nearly an hour, learning about me and answering my every question. I felt that he was the most caring surgeon that I had ever met. He told me, “If I do your surgery, and you follow my instructions during rehab, I will get you back to tennis.”

I’m blessed with family members in the medical field who have only my best interests at heart and who had their own questions. Dr. Leone’s response still resonates when I asked if we could do a conference call. “Eric, please give me the names of your family and friends who have questions and I will speak to them. I want them to know that you will be getting the very best surgery and care possible.” Wow, what an amazing and caring human being. I had the surgery on February 8, 2008.

Dr Leone did exactly as he promised….he got me back to competitive tennis. In 2010 I won the men’s champion division singles and doubles title at Broken Sound Country club in Boca Raton as well as 4 different singles and doubles titles at several New Jersey and Florida tournaments…..and every time I get on the court, I think of this wonderful man and incredibly skilled surgeon, Dr. William Leone.

Very truly yours, Eric M. Bershad

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