Comments on: Stroke specialist Dr. Thomas Grobelny attributes success to education in Poland and unusual life experiences

By: James Preslar

James Preslar — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 19:16:59 +0000

In March of 2005, I suffered a massive Brain-Stem Stoke that rendered me a paraplegic. But my sentience was not affected. As soon as I got my computer back, I started to take classes online. I’ve already earned an Associate Degree in Business from the University of Phoenix with a GPA of 3.83. I realize that’s not very high for someone like me, but the work was always my focus, not the business end. In September, I start a four-year program at the Academy of Art in San Francisco. It is my hope that I can return to my vocation. Since the early 80’s, I have worked as an artist/muralist/sign-writer. Though I’ve lost my right hand, I hope to continue to produce.

I even returned to the ISPE – International Society for Philosophical Enquiry. I believe that those at the top of the intellectual pyramid have a responsibility to share and encourage. I’ve written a couple of papers for our newsletter which goes out to over 85 countries. I’m a bit intimidated about continuing to work, but sitting in a wheelchair, waiting to die is not an option.

I hope that one day I will walk again, and play Chopin’s Polonaise in Ab like I used to. I’ve had contact with a stem-cell research facility in Germany, and I know the brain is plastic. I hope that current research will find a way to make me whole again, and would appreciate being kept in the loop. I’m aware you don’t answer medical questions, but I beg that you grant me a reason to hope. Thank you for your time and attention.

By: Marilyn Wilkins

Marilyn Wilkins — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 19:15:51 +0000

I want to say hello to Dr. Grobelny. Six years ago he saved my life. I live in Kansas City and was treated by Dr. Grobelny at St. Lukes Hospital. I want him to know I much I appreciate what he did for me and my family. In March 2003 I had 3 massive stokes on March 17, a Monday, and the following Saturday I was able to walk out of the hospital. I know I was a lot luckier than must because I had no affects from my stoke. At the time of my stoke we had just had our first grandchild, a boy, so I had a lot to want to live for. My husband and myself both guit smoking after being life long smokers. Since my stoke we have had a granddaughter. I want Dr. Grobelny to know how much I owe to him and I will never forget what he did for me. Dr. Grobelny you are the greatest to me I will always remember you.

By: Mila Leis

Mila Leis — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 19:15:05 +0000

My mother is a stroke patient. It happened on June 5,2008. She regained some strength in her right hand, however, her right leg is still stiff and not moving.

What are your recommendations in our case? What orthopedic doctor would you recommend in Brooklyn, New York area?

Your reply is greatly appreciated.

By the way my mother speaks Russian and it would be helpful if the doctor speaks it too, otherwise, it would be OK if he does not.

Thank you,
Mila Leis
daughter of ALeksandra Gleizer