I ADORE Dr.Rajala. I am actually sad that my pregnancy will be ending soon; I wish he could be my doctor in all medical walks of my life. I can't quite put my finger on what aspect of his care puts him above and beyond the rest; just that he's incomparable. With Dr.Rajala, I feel comfortable, cared for, taken seriously (my previous OBY in Wisconsin was the exact opposite). His manner is impeccably warm (in an appropriate sort of way).
Throughout my life, I've had multiple instances of 'gut instinct' striking me immediately upon meeting someone--for example, feeling suddenly and overwhelmingly tense, the hair prickling on the back of my neck, and a dominating sense of 'danger'. These instincts have proven to be accurate time and time again. Meeting Dr.Rajala, I had the *exact opposite* of that danger/fear response--my intuition and instincts assuaged me of any worries; I feel safe with Dr.Rajala. That's saying something considering I just came out of a severely abusive situation (broken bones kind of abuse) and next to never have a sense of security.
His staff is also wonderful. The nurses are friendly, warm, funny, witty, concerned, and interacted superbly with my two year old daughter when she accompanied me.
Dr.Rajala and his practice achieve that rare golden standard of instilling bond and trust in the patient. I've never before had a doctor on his level.
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