Before seeing Dr. Fishman, I was dealing with constant pain that felt impossible to manage. After undergoing a complex 12-hour back surgery and two hip surgeries—including a hip revision—I still had lingering pain in my hip. On top of that, I had severe pain in my ribs caused by a muscle protrusion where a rib had been removed during my back surgery. I saw multiple doctors, but none could offer a solution—they simply didn’t know what to do!
I tried everything, including over a year of physical therapy, but nothing worked. That’s when my team at LIMA recommended Dr. Fishman. From my very first visit, I knew I was in the right place. He was incredibly down-to-earth, took the time to explain all my options, and made sure I understood the step-by-step plan.
Dr. Fishman explored multiple treatments with me, including nerve blocks, ablations, and a trial nerve stimulator for my hip. While the nerve stimulator trial wasn’t successful, he never gave up—now, we’re considering a permanent stimulator or freezing the nerve as the next steps. For my rib pain, he recommended an MWave device, which I use twice a day. It has significantly reduced my pain and kept the muscle from protruding, which no other doctor had been able to help with.
One of the things I appreciate most is how well Dr. Fishman communicates. He gives me all the options but also makes clear recommendations, and I always feel like I have a say in my treatment. He even responds quickly when I email him with questions—something that’s rare to find in a doctor.
Since starting treatment, my life has changed dramatically. The constant pain in my lower right side is gone, which is a huge relief. While I’m still working on resolving my hip pain, I feel like I’m finally on the right track. I’ve seen countless surgeons and pain specialists over the years, and Dr. Fishman stands out—he’s a step above the rest.
I live in a retirement community, and I’ve been recommending him to everyone. If you’re looking for a doctor who takes the time to listen, explores every possible option, and truly cares about his patients, Dr. Fishman is the one to see. He’s young, knowledgeable, and stays on top of the latest treatments. Thanks to him, I’m hopeful for the future and looking forward to traveling more again!