Hello to everyone who wants to see or Needs to see Dr Hibner, he had a motorcycle crash a couple weeks ago.
He is an amazing doctor and always pushing to have new and better ways to assist in the treatment/surgery for
us patients with PN/PNE and PFMT. The second Specialist in his office Dr Mario Castellanos is an amazing doctor as well.
He is very compassionate, thorough, knowledgeable. I am very thankful for having him to handle my care!
Many people feel as though they MUST wait to see Dr Hibner, even before his accident occurred, no matter the time constraints.
Dr Castellanos has trained under Dr Hibner, has worked side by side with him, and they do consult as an entire team, on a consistent
and weekly manner so you all should feel equally comfortable to set an appointment with him and change your entire care over to him.
I understand that we all get so desperate and so SET on the "who where how when" when it comes to our path to treatment/diagnosing
for our PN/ PNE. I had to get a type of Decompression surgery that Dr Hibner had NEVER needed to do, so he took part in MY SURGERY along
side of Dr Castellanos. That is the kind of team they are. Like I was saying earlier, each patient's care plan is discussed in weekly meetings
if that eases your mind as well.
I just felt like leaving this testimony where Dr Castellanos' level and quality of care is concerned to give yourself
an opportunity to get your treatment plan started sooner.
Please give him a chance.
Openup
Dr Hibner has a LONG recovery from Motorcycle Crash
Dr Hibner has a LONG recovery from Motorcycle Crash
PNE dx August 2012
CT guide PN block Sept 2012 moderate relief 8 days, CT repeat Nov 2012 no improvement
U/S guide PN block Jan 2012 no improvement. Continual PT 5 mos. with minimal improvements
PFCN U/S block Jun 2013 no improvement of PNE symptoms.
SURGERY COVERAGE DENIED BY UNITED HEALTHCARE
Laproscopic Pelvic "Lysis of adhesions" to get at scar tissue around PN Nov 2013
PFM dx by Loretta Nov 2012. Continual persistent pain Post Hip Replacement 2008
CT guide PN block Sept 2012 moderate relief 8 days, CT repeat Nov 2012 no improvement
U/S guide PN block Jan 2012 no improvement. Continual PT 5 mos. with minimal improvements
PFCN U/S block Jun 2013 no improvement of PNE symptoms.
SURGERY COVERAGE DENIED BY UNITED HEALTHCARE
Laproscopic Pelvic "Lysis of adhesions" to get at scar tissue around PN Nov 2013
PFM dx by Loretta Nov 2012. Continual persistent pain Post Hip Replacement 2008
Re: Dr Hibner has a LONG recovery from Motorcycle Crash
Wow! I hope Dr. Hibner recovers completely. Everybody seems to agree that he is very pleasant, warm, and compassionate.
Regarding the second part of you post, I still see no evidence that Dr. Hibner and his team are more successful than any other team at helping people with PN.
Regarding the second part of you post, I still see no evidence that Dr. Hibner and his team are more successful than any other team at helping people with PN.
2002 PN pain started following a fall on a wet marble floor
2004 Headache in the pelvis clinic. Diagnosed with PNE by Drs. Jerome Weiss, Stephen Mann, and Rodney Anderson
2004-2007 PT, Botox, diagnosed with PNE by Dr. Sheldon Jordan
2010 MRN and 3T MRI showing PNE. Diagnosed with PNE by Dr. Aaron Filler. 2 failed PNE surgeries.
2011-2012 Horrific PN pain.
2013 Experimented with various Mind-body modalities
3/2014 Significantly better
11/2014 Cured. No pain whatsoever since
2004 Headache in the pelvis clinic. Diagnosed with PNE by Drs. Jerome Weiss, Stephen Mann, and Rodney Anderson
2004-2007 PT, Botox, diagnosed with PNE by Dr. Sheldon Jordan
2010 MRN and 3T MRI showing PNE. Diagnosed with PNE by Dr. Aaron Filler. 2 failed PNE surgeries.
2011-2012 Horrific PN pain.
2013 Experimented with various Mind-body modalities
3/2014 Significantly better
11/2014 Cured. No pain whatsoever since
Re: Dr Hibner has a LONG recovery from Motorcycle Crash
Thanks for posting this info, Openup. I'm very sad to hear about Dr. Hibner's accident and I hope he will recover completely and quickly. He has been a lifesaver to so many people and is a very kind man. If you can keep us posted we would really appreciate it.
I fear that even if someone is willing to see Dr. Castellanos instead, they might have a longer wait than they would have otherwise. I also hope Dr. Castellanos doesn't get worn out taking on Dr. Hibner's patients.
Violet
I fear that even if someone is willing to see Dr. Castellanos instead, they might have a longer wait than they would have otherwise. I also hope Dr. Castellanos doesn't get worn out taking on Dr. Hibner's patients.
Violet
PNE since 2002. Started from weightlifting. PNE surgery from Dr. Bautrant, Oct 2004. Pain now is usually a 0 and I can sit for hours on certain chairs. No longer take medication for PNE. Can work full time and do "The Firm" exercise program. 99% cured from PGAD. PNE surgery was right for me but it might not be for you. Do your research.
Re: Dr Hibner has a LONG recovery from Motorcycle Crash
Any details on how bad he is hurt??????????
Ray
Ray
Re: Dr Hibner has a LONG recovery from Motorcycle Crash
Poor Dr. Hibner! He's such a compassionate man and I hope he has a quick recovery.
Emily B.
Emily B.
Re: Dr Hibner has a LONG recovery from Motorcycle Crash
Sorry to say that I have no details on his exact condition as of yet.
If I learn any details I will pass it on.
Ezer, it was not my intention to make it sound like Dr Hibner's medical practice is in any way the better of all choices
in the states. My real intent was just to let people know that Dr Mario Castellanos is a great doctor and not feel too discouraged as Dr Hibner recovers.
A medical assistant in their office felt bad that people (maybe on this forum) don't seem to realize there is a great doctor here, working side by side with Dr Hibner. Maybe not as seasoned, but just as committed to the care of those with PN PNE PFMT CPP, etc. Just for background info I do not struggle with anything other than PN and Pelvic Floor Muscle Tension myalgia so I cannot speak to ALL that Dr Castellanos specializes in, since I haven't needed his care for anything but THAT.
That's all I was trying to convey. He has done all of the procedures that Dr Hibner has done.
Sincerest wishes for better health for all of us, Openup
If I learn any details I will pass it on.
Ezer, it was not my intention to make it sound like Dr Hibner's medical practice is in any way the better of all choices
in the states. My real intent was just to let people know that Dr Mario Castellanos is a great doctor and not feel too discouraged as Dr Hibner recovers.
A medical assistant in their office felt bad that people (maybe on this forum) don't seem to realize there is a great doctor here, working side by side with Dr Hibner. Maybe not as seasoned, but just as committed to the care of those with PN PNE PFMT CPP, etc. Just for background info I do not struggle with anything other than PN and Pelvic Floor Muscle Tension myalgia so I cannot speak to ALL that Dr Castellanos specializes in, since I haven't needed his care for anything but THAT.
That's all I was trying to convey. He has done all of the procedures that Dr Hibner has done.
Sincerest wishes for better health for all of us, Openup
PNE dx August 2012
CT guide PN block Sept 2012 moderate relief 8 days, CT repeat Nov 2012 no improvement
U/S guide PN block Jan 2012 no improvement. Continual PT 5 mos. with minimal improvements
PFCN U/S block Jun 2013 no improvement of PNE symptoms.
SURGERY COVERAGE DENIED BY UNITED HEALTHCARE
Laproscopic Pelvic "Lysis of adhesions" to get at scar tissue around PN Nov 2013
PFM dx by Loretta Nov 2012. Continual persistent pain Post Hip Replacement 2008
CT guide PN block Sept 2012 moderate relief 8 days, CT repeat Nov 2012 no improvement
U/S guide PN block Jan 2012 no improvement. Continual PT 5 mos. with minimal improvements
PFCN U/S block Jun 2013 no improvement of PNE symptoms.
SURGERY COVERAGE DENIED BY UNITED HEALTHCARE
Laproscopic Pelvic "Lysis of adhesions" to get at scar tissue around PN Nov 2013
PFM dx by Loretta Nov 2012. Continual persistent pain Post Hip Replacement 2008
Re: Dr Hibner has a LONG recovery from Motorcycle Crash
Thank you for sharing this information about Dr. Hibner. For me, he was willing to try anything to help with my CRPS, more so than any other doctor. He never was afraid to try something new and one of the few pelvic pain specialists that is innovative.
Thank you letting patients seeking treatment know wonderful physician and person Dr. Castellanos is. I met him when he was still a Fellow under Dr. Hibner, probably 5 years ago now. I am not sure everyone knows about him.
Prayers are sent for Dr. Hibner's recovery.
Thank you letting patients seeking treatment know wonderful physician and person Dr. Castellanos is. I met him when he was still a Fellow under Dr. Hibner, probably 5 years ago now. I am not sure everyone knows about him.
Prayers are sent for Dr. Hibner's recovery.
2/07 LAVH and TOT 7/07 TOT right side removed 9/07 IL, IH and GN neuropathy 11/07 PN - Dr. Howard
6/08 Obturator neuralgia - Dr. Conway 11/08 Disability, piriformis syndrome - Dr. Howard
4/09 Bilateral obturator decompression surgery, BLL RSD - Dr. Howard
9/10 Removed left side TOT, botox, re-evaluate obturator nerve - Dr. Hibner
2/11 LFCN and saphenous neuralgia - Dr. Dellon 2/11 MRI with Dr. Potter - confirmed entrapment
5/11 Right side TG - Dr. Hibner 2012 Left side TG - Dr. Hibner
6/08 Obturator neuralgia - Dr. Conway 11/08 Disability, piriformis syndrome - Dr. Howard
4/09 Bilateral obturator decompression surgery, BLL RSD - Dr. Howard
9/10 Removed left side TOT, botox, re-evaluate obturator nerve - Dr. Hibner
2/11 LFCN and saphenous neuralgia - Dr. Dellon 2/11 MRI with Dr. Potter - confirmed entrapment
5/11 Right side TG - Dr. Hibner 2012 Left side TG - Dr. Hibner
Re: Dr Hibner has a LONG recovery from Motorcycle Crash
I am so devastated to hear about Dr Hibner.... I pray he will recover from this. I remember very clearly Dr Hibner and my husband talking about their "bikes", my husband rides as well. Dr Hibner has helped me tremendously with PN decompression. I am 100% better from PNE now and I owe it all to Dr H. He is a very compassionate and caring human being. Please keep us updated on his condition.
PNE since 2011, started from a routine gynecology surgery. TG surgery Dr Hibner 2013..... Nerve pain improved.
Re: Dr Hibner has a LONG recovery from Motorcycle Crash
I don't have specifics but have been speking with Dr. H's staff recently, hoping to see him on the way to or from NM since I plan a layover to walk anyway. Can't handle 3+ hours trapped in a plane since the airlines won't let me stand in the galley the past few years. He's back to work part-time, and they all reassure me he's recovering well from surgery (don't know on what). Have met Dr. Castellanos (he assisted in my 2007 surgery) and later Dr. Desai. He trained them both, and he's a very kind, intelligent, compassionate doctor.
Acute left vag/rectal pain 1999 lowering into chair. Dx 2006 with PNE/VV by PTs, Dr. Garcia, Weiss, Hibner. Many shots. PNMLT: left PN barely fuctional. Left TIG by Dr. Hibner 2007 (ST lig). 75% improved 1 year postop, slow decline. Pelvic floor Botox 2010. Left sacral SCS 2011 after good trial; removed 2012 due to NEW left S2 & rectal pain, bowel freq. Re-do left TIG by Dr. H & 5-day ketamine 2013; 1-1/2 years postop 70% improved. New post-SCS Sx are worse than PN Sx.
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Thanks for the update, Quilter. Good to know that Dr. Hibner is doing better.
Violet
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Violet
PNE since 2002. Started from weightlifting. PNE surgery from Dr. Bautrant, Oct 2004. Pain now is usually a 0 and I can sit for hours on certain chairs. No longer take medication for PNE. Can work full time and do "The Firm" exercise program. 99% cured from PGAD. PNE surgery was right for me but it might not be for you. Do your research.