Celebrating Life
I have been with my doctor for over 30 years and when I read your request the first thing, I thought of was giving birth to my children. I was pregnant, 27 years old, past due, and exhausted. When I went into labor Dr. Sterenberg came right to the hospital. I had a very long delivery because my baby was so big. Dr. Sterenberg stayed through it all, he spent the night at the hospital and made sure I was as comfortable as I could be. The next day after 26 hours of labor I had a beautiful healthy baby boy.
Four years later I was pregnant and lost my child in the first trimester. I suffered from postpartum depression. I had never suffered from depression and the whole process was very difficult for me. Dr. Sterenberg continued to care for me for a long time as did his wife Karen and medical staff. I did not live by my family and close friends. Outside of my husband they were my only support group close by, and they were all so kind and understanding. I am typically a strong person, but the fluctuating hormones were awful, and I could not shake the sadness. Dr. Sterenberg and his staff took the time to explain what I was going through. Once I understood what was happening to my body from a medical standpoint it provided me with the information, I needed to start the healing process both physically and emotionally. When you see an ultrasound and your baby not moving and no heartbeat it is an imagine you never forgot. During times like these it is so important to have a wonderful doctor who truly cares. In addition, Dr. Sterenberg's wife Karen is part of their practice and is always there if you need her as well. She is always kind, considerate and was a great comfort to me during this difficult time.
Four years after losing my second child I found out I was pregnant. I was so excited but also scared after losing my last child. Plus, I was 35 years of age, which puts you in a higher risk category. At this point Dr. Sterenberg was no longer delivering babies and had referred me to another doctor. I did not want to see another doctor and expressed my concerns. Dr. Sterenberg understood how scared I was and agreed to continue to be my doctor through the first trimester. I was so grateful for his support and the support of his office. I started seeing the doctor he recommended during my second trimester and had another beautiful big baby boy.
My oldest son continued to see Dr. Sterenberg until he became an adult and moved. My youngest son is still a patient of Dr. Sterenbergs.
As a child I moved around a lot and don't have any of my childhood records. So, for me to have my children and myself with the same doctor for a long time means a lot. We continue to receive great medical care and appreciate both Dr. Sterenberg and his wife Karen. They have built a wonderful and successful practice and have provided the same caring service all these years later.