A friend recommended Dr. Harari after receiving excellent and compassionate care for thyroid cancer. So I already knew about Dr. Harari’s skill, honesty, direct approach, and friendly demeanor. My ailment was primary hyperparathyroidism. The path to surgery took time since most doctors in my community seemed confused about the details of this illness. But Dr. Harari understood the illness, and more, looked beyond a quick fix surgery. Her knowledge of parathyroid disease was needed so I could understand without false hope that my parathyroid disease might become hyperplasia, and that a small nodule in my thyroid might grow into cancer. So far I feel great, and hope to remain that way, but knowing about possible issues is important for long term care. Too many doctors provide only partial details, leaving patients unable to advocate for themselves in the future. Additionally, Dr. Harari’s skills allowed her to navigate my complex tissue, stiff for unknown reasons, to make sure all four glands were checked, and two tumored glands removed. She looked beyond the basic needs of now to safeguard my future. Her talents go beyond a steady hand that can slice and stitch. She is big picture and proactive in her approach, which is a truly valuable trait to have in a surgeon. And about that slicing and dicing: what scar? My neck looks as it did before surgery, a small line added to an already existing crease in my neck. Thank you, Dr. Harari!