Why Choose Dr.STITCH?
Accidents can be stressful, and even more so these days during the COVID-19 pandemic. In the past, emergencies that required stitches or other wound care meant a trip to the E.R. and a very long wait. This was frustrating, but not unsafe. Now, however, when staying socially distant is so important to containing the current pandemic, a long emergency room […]
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Mary, Age 70 Incident: Mary was carrying a plate up the steps when she fell, breaking the plate and cutting her hand. “I never knew about Dr.STITCH and thank god my friend was there and called for me. I had the best experience, the doctor told us where to meet him. I can’t say enough about Dr. Rojas, what a […]
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Mia, Age 11 Incident: Mia received a laceration over her eye. “Our experience was great! We contacted Dr.STITCH and almost immediately found a doctor who can meet us at the ER. Dr. Christy was great! Our daughter was super nervous but felt safe and comfortable with Dr. Christy. He explained exactly what he was going to do and asked her […]
Read MoreLea’s Dr.STITCH Story
Lea, Age 1 Incident: Lea tripped and fell into the coffee table sustaining an eyebrow laceration. “My experience with Dr.STITCH was phenomenal! I called the number and the woman was so calm and sweet. She sent me to a nearby hospital where a plastic surgeon was also sent to meet me. I was in and out of the hospital in […]
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Preventing & Treating Sports Injuries
Adults and children can experience many benefits from playing sports regularly. In addition to physical advantages, such as cardiovascular health, sports can also be an outlet for stress, a foundation for social relationships, and a way for families to bond1. Unfortunately, sports-related injuries are also a common reason for emergency room visits. We hope that your time on the court, […]
Read MoreKyle’s Dr.STITCH Story
Kyle, Age 14 Incident: Kyle fell off of his bicycle while doing a wheelie and sustained an upper lip laceration. “When I called, I spoke with Alison and she explained that 2 doctors are available over at Southside Hospital. She asked if I can meet him there which I did. It was a wait, but worth the wait. He was […]
Read MoreChase’s Dr.STITCH Story
Chase, Age 6 Incident: Chase fell while playing and needed stitches on his head. “Our experience was terrific from beginning to end. Amy was so helpful in getting us care right away. We met Dr. Rojas at the hospital, and he was terrific. He was gentle and had a warm disposition. After some stitches, we were on our way home […]
Read MoreRana’s Dr.STITCH Story
Rana, Age 60 Incident: Rana cut herself with a knife while washing dishes and needed stitches in her thumb. “Hearing of people spending hours in E.R. wasn’t what I wanted to do. I called Dr.STITCH and the lady on the phone was polite, informative, and knowledgeable. She explained to me that I am to go to the E.R. of Southside […]
Read MoreEli’s Dr.STITCH Story
Eli, Age 6 Incident: Eli hit his head against the corner of a night stand. “It was easy, called the number Amy was very helpful with getting me to the closest hospital and she got back to me right away after getting responses from the surgeons. We went to the hospital checked in through the E.R., gave the doctors name […]
Read MoreSamuel’s Dr.STITCH Story
Samuel, Age 7 Incident: Our oldest son, now 7 1/2, has injured his forehead three times and needed stitches. This time, it was horsing around at a friend’s house and hitting his head on the TV stand. TV stand, won. “Amazing. Dr. Rojas was extremely kind, gentle, and extremely effective. My son was stoic, didn’t move or flinch when getting […]
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