For a few years I have had various Gastro complaints – none of them were substantiated by ultrasound or other test. I started thinking that perhaps I was a hypochondriac! But I just felt that something was not right. My energy level also was lower than I wanted it to be. As a 61 year old woman I am still very active and not ready to slow down. Then my wonderful gastroenterologist, Dr. Lena Martyak – noticed the increase of calcium on a blood test. This set in motion a series of doctor visits and examinations ending with my meeting of Dr. Harari. On December 8 the one parathyroid that was the culprit of my increased calcium and PTH levels was removed. I was released the same day. That evening I felt a bit tired but was able to take the dog on a short stroll and had a very restful night. It took two more days to really recover from the anesthesia – including a scary spike in blood pressure the next day. The pain from the incision was minimal (only took some over the counter pain medication the first night after the surgery) and only a bit of swelling on my neck. I was very glad that I did not have to go back to work until after the weekend. But by Monday – 6 days after the surgery I was totally fine. The incision was very small and healed well. Dr. Harari placed it in a fold on my neck and it is hardly visible. At first I could not tell a great difference in my wellbeing but after about 4 weeks I realized how healthy I felt and that all my gastro issues were gone. One more thing I want to mention: Dr. Harari is one of the nicest and most competent doctors you will ever meet! She has a lovely way of putting you at ease, explain everything without attitude, and I felt in very good hands with her!