Dr. Vincent was a handsome man; he was also very gentle and caring. He made sure that I got the medical care that I needed that I couldn't get otherwise. I remember being in the hospital for an Angiogram test, and during the procedure I was crying hysterically, so the medical staff called in Dr. Vincent to calm me down, and he was able to comfort me when no one else could. Then the time came for me to have heart surgery; there was only a fifty-percent chance that I would make it through the surgery because it was a new procedure and experimental. At the time I was only the second or third person to have this procedure done, they reconstructed the main artery by using an artery from my leg.

I was absolutely terrified prior to the surgery and again Dr. Vincent took the time to reassure me that everything would be all right. I had a lot of confidence and trust in Dr. Vincent; he was the most caring man I have ever known. He came to see me after the surgery, which was extremely painful but very successful, and brought me a stuffed animal. I was so thrilled and surprised to get this cute stuffed mouse from Dr. Vincent; I gave him a hug. I guess Dr. Vincent must of known I was feeling very lonely and scared because that stuffed animal really brightened my day.

You see, I had no family or friends visit me while I was in the hospital, and I am not sure why, except for my Mom, who stayed with me most of the time and slept in the Hospital waiting room. I do know one thing; I had a wonderful doctor who took the time to help a scared little girl who felt all alone and who wasn't sure what the outcome of the surgery would be. This was twenty eight years ago, and I have a healthy heart thanks to Dr. Vincent and the good Lord. So wherever you are Dr. Vincent, I want to thank you for not only saving my life, but you helped me live a normal productive life, and for showing me that you truly cared. You are a gifted Doctor that has made a big difference in my life, and for that I will be eternally grateful.

Colleen Duval