Donald B Colvin, MD, FACS, FASCRS

Dr. Colvin is an amazing doctor — he’s an even better person. As I write this testament, I’m at a loss for words — what do you say about the person that was key to saving your life? What words can reflect the gratitude felt through the gift of a quality of life that seemed impossible in the not too distant past? Our county and the world we inhabit is special because of people like Dr. Colvin and the members of his practice. Tackling cancer or a serious bowel disease only leaves bread crumbs of solace — the time Dr. Colvin spent explaining my condition, the procedure he was going to perform and the recovery process — during that conversation, I felt at peace having Stage 3-​Colon Cancer along with 14 polyps. Two other moments of great comfort come to mind — right before surgery — Dr. Colvin, said «It will be all right» and today — I’m all right, experiencing a quality and joy in life that brings tears to my eyes. And after surgery I was comforted by the beautiful pictures Dr. Colvin took on his personal time and lined throughout the post-​operation unit. The nature pictures were stunning and a sign of Dr. Colvin’s caring nature — thinking about his patients and taking the extra step to make the procedure and experience more comfortable — AMAZING.