Testimonials and thank you notes and cards sent to
Dr Dowden and staff at Ohio Breast Augmentation!

(For privacy, the names have been replaced by numbers.)

To Dr. Dowden and staff: I wanted to officially thank you for making my BA such a wonderful experience. It took me some time to process my fears, as you know. During this indecisive time you and your entire staff continued to be supportive of my decisions and extremely understanding! I appreciate your total honesty during my three consults. I always knew it was a major decision that only I could make, which turned out to be the most difficult part of the whole experience. The ‘thinking’ and ‘waiting’ wasn’t fun to go through, and most of the gals indicated that they also felt it was the hardest part. My recovery has went very smoothly, and I have you to thank for that. After seeing my pictures only one day post-op compared to others who chose a different doctor, it became very obvious to me why you come so highly recommended. I actually was wearing a one-piece swim suit on the weekend of my first check up while staying in Cleveland and felt that I looked natural. One man even told me I was ‘Lookin Good!’ what an ego boost after feeling less and less like a woman as the years advanced. Things around our home have gotten better and better. I’m a much happier person, which in turn makes the kids and hubby happier as well. Hubby and I have grown even closer, since I’m no longer ashamed to have intimacy with him. We both feel like we’ve went back in time to our early dating days and feel really attracted to each other again. I realized going into this, that a BA wasn’t going to fix all my hang-ups in life but I can safely say it’s repaired an enormous amount of them. We are currently at the cottage staying before school starts and having a wonderful time! We’ve even had friends over and I wore my bathing suit and felt very comfortable! I’m very pleased with my size it feels very natural and not overdone at all I guess I could go on and on, but wanted you and your staff to know that I had an awesome experience. I rank this right up with the birth of our kids as far as great experiences go! You are very talented and I thank God everyday for leading me to you. I pray that you will all continue to be greatly blessed in all ways. Fondly S30504

Dear Tina, Shirley & Melody Thank you. I just wanted to thank you so much for everything you have done to help me through the process of my surgery. From the very first phone call I made to the office, I have been treated with care. You are all very professional and efficient, but also so warm, friendly, and helpful. You’ve created a wonderful atmosphere in the office that made me feel comfortable the moment I arrived. I appreciate your kindness and warmth. You make a great team! Dr. Dowden know what he was doing when he hired you!! Thank you for everything! S38188

To Dr. Dowden & Staff I cannot thank you enough for all that you have done for me! I sincerely appreciate all of your help in making my surgery such a success. I am also thrilled with my results making my long trip from Hawaii worth every cent!! Thank you once again! V37302

To Dr. Dowden and staff. Thank you very much! For the change in my life! Love L32873

To: Dr. Dowden and staff. Thank you for all your help. Words can say so little when someone has done so much, but I thank you with all my heart. J37271

With thanks to all of you. You’re simply wonderful. Thank you so much for everything you have done for me! Lots of Love D45222

Dear Dr. Dowden. Thank you. You’re the best! Thank you so much for all the difficult & meticulous work you have been doing on my reconstruction. I cannot thank you enough for all that you’ve done. I feel like a ‘new’ person. Your staff has been exceptional also. You truly have a wonderful practice. I am fortunate & blessed to have a surgeon like you! I can look in the mirror now & see your superb work! With gratitude. J08969

To Dr. Dowden Thank you. Thank you very much! What I mean is thank you very, very, much! What I really mean is thank you very, very, very, Gee! I just don’t know how to thank you enough! You’ve made me so happy with my new look - I just can’t thank you enough. I truly appreciate all the extra time you took with me - since I had a hard time making a decision. I’m thrilled with my choice. I appreciated your kindness. Thank you so much. E29741

To Dowden & Shirley & Staff Thanks for making me feel so special. Thanks for putting up with me also. D14285

To your staff & especially Shirley Thank you very much. A very special thank you for being so kind. Y20585

To Dr. Dowden Many Thanks for your thoughtfulness. Thank you for removing my surgical tape on Wednesday. My scars are so minimal they are barely noticeable. I appreciate your extraordinary surgical skills very much, but more than that I appreciate your thoughtfulness, consideration & understanding. You are a very special person and I hope you realize that you have these wonderful qualities. I’ll miss seeing you every 3 months as I have in the past, but I’ll look forward to my visit with you in December. Have a wonderful summer, I returned to Dayton the day after my visit with you. My mother fell again & I’m helping with her recovery. She is 91 now & it does not look too promising. J39419

Dear Dr. Dowden Thank you. This comes with sincere gratitude. Thank you so much for making me look better than I could have ever imagined. You did such an excellent job. All of my clothes look so much better on me. I can finally look in the mirror and smile my ass off thanks to you! I will definitely refer every woman that compliments me. Thanks so much! S43539

To Dr. Dowden, Shirley & Staff Thank you so much. Thank you all for being so nice and making everything so easy. B42096

Dear Dr. Dowden & staff Warm thanks to all of you. Although this note says ‘Thank You’ in just this simple way, there’s special meaning in these words to all of you today...For the thoughts behind this message are especially ware and true, and words cannot express the special thanks this brings to you. I just wanted to thank you for the wonderful consultation I had with you. I learned so much more than I ever expected. Your kindness, warmth and superior knowledge reassure me that you are the surgeon for me. Thank you again. G31966

Dearest Dr. Dowden & nurses Thank you! Your generosity is only exceeded by your good looks! Hey - I figure, what the heck. Lay it on thick and maybe you’ll do it again! I hope we won’t have to go through it again! Because you’re that good! Thank you for making one of my dreams come true! And being a great & successful doctor! Again, thank you so much! Take care T32831

To Dr. Dowden Gratitude is the memory of the heart. Thank you. Just another addition to your Thank you card collection - What a popular guy! My nose looks AMAZING, and for the first time, I truly feel like a pretty girl. Thank you so much for being the great doctor you were. I always felt 100! safe with whatever you were doing, and I really enjoyed your personality and sense of humor. I know you must have worked extremely hard to be the doctor that you are today! You’ll never know how much I appreciate the gift you’ve given me. Your hard work will always be reflected in the smiles on your patients faces; you’ve sure made my smile wider and brighter than it ever was. Thanks a million! P.S. Greeting from _____ U - where noone knows I ever had a big nose! A42428

To Dr. Dowden Thank You I can’t thank you enough. My ‘new’ stomach looks great thanks to you. I also appreciate how kind you were to me. Your staff couldn’t have been nicer. everyone was so pleasant to talk to and answer questions. Just a warning though, you just might see me again. Thanks again. L42517

To Dowden & staff I can’t thank you enough for making my breast surgery a pleasant experience. Dr. Dowden, I can’t begin to express my appreciation. I am so thankful you are an amazing surgeon and so fortunate to be your patient. My results are awesome! I am so happy! You are an intelligent, gifted, caring & calming individual. I truly appreciate what you have done to enhance my body. You educate your patients so well, and provide the follow-up care instruction to make every effort that there will not be a problem post-op. This has been a great experience. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!! Melody & Shirley (and of course Dr. Dowden) were so patient during my sizing consultations. I hope I didn’t appear to be an ignorant person who couldn’t make up her mind. I have to admit I thought the ‘oatmeal’ was a pain in the butt, but I am so happy you have your patients do this. It has made for such an easy transition after surgery. Thank you for answering my countless questions and guiding me through this journey. D31429

To Dr. Dowden , Shirley & staff A great big thank you - for all the great big smiles you bring! Thanks for a great job and all your kindness. Everytime I look into the mirror it brings a great big smile to my face! I love the new me. Thanks again, J25535

Dear Dr. Dowden & Staff I just want to say thank you so much for your dedication to your patients. I am truly impressed by so many aspects of you and your office. It made such a great difference to me to know that my care was in your hands. Thank you. L42208

Dear Dr. Dowden Yard Sale Everything Goes! Stress $1.25, Anxiety .50, Worries $1.00, Frustration - best offer, Low Self-esteem - Free, Misc. problems .50 I would like to express to you how much I truly love my new look. You stated that you thought you could make me happy, but you couldn’t guarantee 100% I am totally and completely impressed, satisfied, and elated. You’ve also helped to eliminate all of those kinds of feelings printed on the font of this card. Thank you. T35122

Dear Dr. Dowden Thanks! You went all out...and the results were outstanding! Thanks for having me as your patient. Enjoy the cheese cake. I feel better with my new look. Many blessings to you and yours. G17843

Dear Dr. Dowden, Shirley and staff Thank you. I hope you know how much you’re appreciated. Thank you so much! Thank you for everything you all turned a traumatic experience into the easiest most comfortable experience. Can’t thank you enough! N23923

Dr. Dowden, Shirley, and Tina With thanks. It’s not just that you do things, it’s the wonderful way you do them! Thank you so much for all your help during the past few months and eight years ago. Even though situations at times were emotional, I know all of you would take care of everything. Thank you for taking care of me every step of the way! P.S Tom says thank you for keeping him strong for my sake!! R12712

Dr. Dowden and Staff Thank you. Thank you Dr. Dowden, you are the best! I love my new boobs, they are beautiful! Thank you all for your kindness and support! Thanks again Dr.D you are awesome!! N41951

Dr. Dowden & staff They say that a job well-done is its own reward, but still, you should know how much your hard work means to those around you. Thanks for doing such a good job. Thank you all for being so helpful, answering all my questions and being so friendly. I am very impressed and so happy with my new look! the doctor did an excellent job but he has a wonderful team working with him. Thanks again, N43262

To Dr. Dowden Thanks so much. There’s a little corner of my world that’s brighter today because of you! Words can not express the respect and gratitude I have for you. You are so caring and sincere to your patients. My experience with you and your office staff was a lot different from my previous surgeon’s office. I can tell already I am going to be very pleased with my new breasts, I am so relieved. Thank you for being who you are. Happy New Year. Thank you! J44349

To Dr. Dowden Merci beaucoup! That’s French for muchas gracias! Just a little something to thank everyone for being so sweet and helpful to me through this entire process. Plus, I’m buttering you up because I’m sure you will have to put up with more of my questions before this is all over. Thanks again. P37742

To Dr. Dowden Thank you Only the warmest of thanks will do for people as special as all of you! A sincere thanks to you and all of your staff for taking such good care of me. I love the results of the plastic surgery. I sing your praises every day and am so glad I chose such a nice and skilled doctor to do my surgery. J40963

Hi, Dr. Dowden You’re appreciated more than you know. Happy Thanksgiving! I just wanted you to know that when I count my blessings this Thanksgiving, my new body and the wonderful care I received from you are at the top of my list. I am so grateful to you. I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again...you’re the BEST!! Have a wonderful holiday S38188

For you, Doctor It means a lot to find a doctor who is not only knowledgeable, but understanding, as well. Thank you for your wonderful care. I couldn’t be happier with the results. K35538

To Dr. Dowden & Staff Thanks It meant the world to me! Thank you all so much for your kindness! H44543

To Dr. Dowden, Shirley Moo-chas Grass-ias I’m lookin Hot! Hot! Hot! Thanks J01446

To Dr. Dowden’s Staff Thank you all for being such a nice, helpful group of gals! I really appreciate all of you taking the time to answer any questions I have had. Dr. Dowden is very fortunate to have all of you! Thanks again! D43018

To Dr. Dowden, Shirley & Mel A special Note of Thanks Your’re so thoughtful. Thank You for everything and making me a whole new person. I was really excited about my new change in my breasts. Thanks again E42216

To Dr. Dowden There are all kinds of thank you’s All very sincere For help or for gifts, Or for just being near. There are all kinds of thank you’s For all kinds of things... But none could mean more Than the thank you this brings Thank You Very Much How can I ever thank you enough? You have been there for me every time I came to you. Thank you! Thank You! D01307

To Dr. Dowden & Shirley Thank Heaven for Thoughtful People Like You. You touch so many lives with your warmth and kindness...It’s such a blessing to know someone like you! Thanks so much! Thank you for your care and concern. There should be more doctors and nurses like you. You’re one in a million! T40921

To Dr. Dowden ‘One of the deep secrets of life is that all that is really worth the doing is what we do for others.’ Thank you. You are amazing at what you do! You have made me perfect on the outside, but there are no words to describe how I feel now on the inside. I am so happy, confident and complete & proud and it is all because of you. You have done what I thought was impossible. With so much sincere gratitude and happiness. A35936

Dear Dr. Dowden & Staff Thank you for being so wonderful. I was a little apprehensive when I decided to research the possibility of having a breast augmentation. However, the moment that I walked into your office I was so impressed by the level of professionalism of your staff and the process you require your patients to go through to decide what is right for them. My husband and I are very pleased with my results. you are a wonderful doctor Thank you for making this whole experience a good one. God bless, K43652

To Dr. Dowden & Staff Thank You Dr. Dowden is a miracle worker, and what a miracle he has performed on me! I’ve never seen such talent in my entire life. I just know I had made the right decision when I chose Dr. Dowden to correct the utterly repulsive area on my body that was supposed to be an abdomen. I went from excessive amounts of horrifyingly stretched, marked, sagging skin on my abdomen to the abdomen of a teenager, flat, smooth and beautiful. Not to mention the absolutely beautiful breasts I know have. After living my life with breasts that were unable to fill in an ‘A’ cup bra, to actually having breasts (Fantastic ones at that). I now feel like the woman I was meant to be. I now feel my outward appearance is beautiful thanks to Dr. Dowden & his staff. I am now able to restore my confidence. I don’t know if you’ll even fully understand what you’ve done for me both physically and mentally. Thank you from the bottom of my heart S34029

Dear Dr. Dowden Thank You I would like to thank you for your time and compassion during my recent life changing event! I truly enjoyed working with you and your staff. I also look forward to maintaining our contact through my future follow-up visits. It is a pleasure to work with such a professional organization! Also, needless to say, I am thrilled with the results of my surgery! B44331

Dear Dr. Dowden & Staff Thanks so much I want to thank you for being the most caring and professional group I’ve ever seen. I was very frightened by the lump that Dr. Dowden removed and all of you were so kind. I can’t thank you - Dr. Dowden enough - you did such a wonderful job with everything and made me feel special. I know I will see you again under better circumstances and I always highly recommend you to my friends. My sincerest thanks L06496

To Dr. Dowden Thank you for your amazing work. S38099

To Dr. Dowden Thanks Thanks Again! Just wanted to thank you all for being such wonderful people. I am so happy I came here, you all made me feel comfortable about my surgery...it’s changed my life I am so much happier with myself now. Thank you all! J32946

Dear Dr. Dowden ThankYou You are the Best! This was the first time I had any kind of surgery, and yes I was nervous! But your professionalism, and wonderful mannerisms, really made all the fear go away! (Drugs helped too!) But seriously, when you would check on me while I was waiting for surgery - I became so calm! And Kathleen was very supportive and calming too! And Tom M. - the Ans/Asst - went out of his way to spend extra time & check on me quite often! And thanks to Shirley - all the phone calls I made to her - with nervous questions! And of course - the outcome of my surgery is fabulous!! I was so surprised to see how much better it looked even on day 1!! I look better than I expected! And my friends who don’t know - can’t tell! They just made comments like - ‘you really needed that week of vacation! You look so rested & healthy!’ I laugh! Because I’m even still puffy! o.k. - enough rambling - I hope you and your staff enjoyed the cookies! See you all. J32946

Dear Dr. Dowden Thank You, Just two small words to express so much gratitude. Words can’t explain how much I appreciate the work you have done! Ever since I was 13 years old I have wanted to do this. You have made my dream come true! You truly are an amazing doctor. Diana was absolutely correct when she said that you were impeccable! I am so excited and happy with my results! It was a pleasure working with you and I hope to see you again! By the way, it would be an honor to have you as a guest at my wedding in September 2004! I will be in touch! J38269

Dr Dowden Takk Gracias- Merci beau coup -Thank you -Danke schon -Danke -Arigato dziekuju Spasibo -Todah rabah eucharisto -Obrigado- Mahalo -Grazie Thank you. A world of thanks to you! Just wanted to say thanks for taking the time to see me last Monday am. After changing the breast strap position there was a very noticible improvement in just the 6 hours it took for the drive home. By the next day we could see 100% improvement! That change made a huge difference!!! Thank you so much. J28232

Dr Dowden~ With appreciation. Sincere thanks for all you’ve done. Thank you for making a 20 year dream come true! Sincerely, L34883

Thank you. You have a very special way of always making others feel very special. Thank-you all for the words of kindness and encouragement, and most importantly in my case your patience!!! K38382

Dear Dr Dowden and staff People like you are a wonderful reflection of God’s special love! Many thanks. You are a wonderful group of professionals- thank you for everything!! Sincerely, D42321

Dear Dr Dowden Thank you for all the ways you have made a difference in my life. Just wanted to drop you and your wonderful staff a thank you for all the kindness and generosity you showed to me and my husband during my recent procedure. You have truly changed my life! Thank you! A38405

Thank you!...you really know how to give someone a lift! (and a nip, and a tuck, and a suck. ect.ect!!! But most importantly in my case a shape! Thank-you for your words of kindness and encouragement! Remember pre-op you said in my case the first thing you would eat post-op was chocolates? enjoy!!! K38382

Dr Dowden and staff Takk gracias-Merci beau coup-Thank you-Danke schon-Danke-Arigato dziekuje-Spasibo-Todah rabah eucharisto-Obrigado-Mahalo-Grazie Thank you a world of thanks to you! Although words will never fully describe my gratitude to you, thank you so much form the bottom of my heart. You have created a world of emotions within me that is indescribable. Thank you so much to you and your wonderful staff! A32140

Dr Dowden Thank you. What you do truly makes a difference. I am so happy with the new me. I wish I would have done this for myself so much sooner. You are such a perfectionist and it shows in your work. Also thanks to your wonderful staff. Thank you again. P41032

Thanks. All of you have been so wonderful during my experience. I am glad that you all were a part of my life changing operation (especially Dr. Dowden). L40515

Dear Dr Dowden and staff Thank you, thanks for everything. Thank you for all that you’ve done. It’s been a very long difficult and challenging battle for me thru the years. But thanks to the perseverance of all of you and myself the story has a happy ending! Not to mention the professionalism, expertise, empathy and caring that all of you have shown. Having background in the health care profession myself, if I had to describe to anyone the integrity, compassion understanding, ‘and what it means’ to be a skilled surgeon, I would be describing what you already are. You’ll never know how all you’ve done is so greatly appreciated. It’s difficult to describe a gift as wonderful as giving someone back themself. But everytime I look into the mirror, I understand. Sincerely and with gratitude. D03252

Thank you. Thanks so much for the care and professionalism. I’ve dealt with alot of doctors offices but never have I seen one where more concern was shown for the patient! May you be blessed by the Lord. A22969

Dr Dowden Thank you you’re the best. Thank you so much for the work that you did for me! I greatly appreciate the professionalism, kindness, and promptness that you and your staff have provided me with, and most of all, I love my new boobs! My results have met, if not exceeded, my expectations. I would gladly recommend your office to anyone I know. Thank you very much! Sincerely, S45082

Dr Dowden and your wonderful office staff, Thank you so much. I know it’s just your job, but you all take pride in it and are exceptional at it. Thank again. S40434

To Dr Dowden, Shirley and Tina Many Thanks to you. With sincere gratitude and warmest thanks. I want to express my appreciation on a job well done! The level of expertise and professionalism, as well as ‘bed side’ manner were outstanding. It was well worth traveling out of state. I am feeling better every day and will be returning to work on 1/20. Thank you again. Sincerely J36568

Dr Richard Dowden Thanks, many thanks, thank you, to thank you, warmest thanks, thanks a lot, thanks, thanx. Just can’t thank you enough! I wanted to thank you for your warmth and kindness and for making the expericnce as pleasant as possible. Thank you. D37213

To Dr. Dowden & Staff Thank you Thank you for taking even good care of me through my surgery! Every day my breast look better & better. Thank you for all your time as well. Fondly M44658

To Dr. Dowden Applause!-Applause!-Superb-Bravo-Star Performance-WOW-Rave Reviews-Nicely Done-Excellent-Outstanding-Marvelous-Terrific-Super-Thanks for doing such a great job! You truly are amazing! I am so glad I chickened out all the other times. I could not be happier! They are PERFECT! Exactly what I always wanted to look and feel like! I could never thank you enough! I just hope this note begins to tell you how much I appreciate all your patience and work! Forever grateful! V34590

To Dr. Dowden Happy as can bee! Thanks for the royal treatment. Thank you so very much for everything. I’m very pleased & I look great! J42371

Dear Dr. Dowden & Girls Thanks for being so nice, so thoughtful, so giving, so doggone great! I want to thank all of you for being so wonderful and understanding thru this ordeal! I really appreciate it. Thank-you D43301

Dear Dr. Dowden, Shirley and the entire office staff Thank you all for the excellent care I received before, during and following my surgery. I would not hesitate to recommend anyone to your care. Thanks to all of you for making it a great experience. Sincerely C25438

To Dr. Dowden Thanks to all of you People like you make the world a brighter place. Thank you Dr. Dowden for making me comfortable & preparing me for my surgery on the 18th of June. I am nervous but I’m sure that’s to be expected. All of your staff is wonderful & very helpful (esp. Shirley, what a sweetheart) I just wanted to say thank you and show my appreciation to you & your staff. Looking forward to seeing you on the 18th. Thanks again A34176

Dear Dr. Dowden & Staff Thanks Thanx so much for all your kindness and attention to detail. You all made my experience very comfortable and educated I look forward to working with you and your office again! Thanx again! J43759

To Dr. Dowden Thank You I guess I should start with your staff. They were so helpful & friendly. Whenever I called the office with questions, they were always happy to answer them & I felt like they truly cared about me. At my first consultation, you told me ‘expect improvement, not perfection.’ I may not be flawless - but compared to what I used to look like, you made me perfect. You have made me look the way I have always wanted to. I felt very at ease with you right away. You also seemed to truly care about me. I felt in very good hands. you are an incredible surgeon & your bedside manner is untouchable. Thank you for not only making me look like a million, but for making me feel like a million. Thank You S33625

Dear Dr. Dowden With Much Gratitude This card comes to you with all the thanks that I could fit inside the envelope & much more! Words cannot express my sincere gratitude for all of your help and expertise in planning & performing my surgery. I have such faith & trust in your wonderful surgical abilities. Thanks to you not only does my breast look more aesthetic, but the area over and around the muscle feels much better! My arm feels stronger with improved mobility. I cannot thank you enough! You’re the best at what you do! J08969

To Dr. Dowden Special Thanks to All of You Your thoughtfulness will always be remembered. P39980

To Dr. Dowden You are so appreciated, Thank You. Because of you & your concern for others ‘self’ comfort - I now have a new sense of confidence in myself. I finally feel feminine & attractive! I never knew it could feel so good!!! I am a fan forever - You are the BEST! From size: A-wful *to* D-elighted A41008

To Dr. Dowden Thank you very much Saying thanks is easy - the very hardest part is showing you the gratitude that comes right from the heart. But hope this ‘Thank you very much,’ will show in some small way the deep appreciation this brings to you today. I want to thank you for all that you have done for me. For all of your kindness, understanding, and support I thank you from the bottom of my heart, I can not put into words how greatful I am for everything you have done. To the entire staff, I want to thank you all for the help and support you have given to me. I really appreciate everything you have done for me. S40175

To Dr. Dowden Thanks for the great consultation! I just don’t want to end up looking like this picture. God knows I already have the belly! I feel a lot more comfortable now. I know I’m in the right hands. P.S. If you have any chocolate stock - sell it! K13051

Dear Dr. Dowden and Shirley Thank you for taking care of me...again! My nose looks great and I have had many compliments on it. Please don’t retire until I have had my facelift! Thanks again M10621

To Dr. Dowden Thank You! Thank You! Thank You! Thank You! Thank You! Thank You! Thank You! Thank You! Thank You! Thank You! Just thought I’d send some warm fuzzies you way. Thinking of you. Shirley You really went above and beyond the call of duty during those very stressful & tenuous days just prior to my surgery. I truly believe I would not have been able to advocate for myself as well as I did without you support and guidance. I hope Dr. Dowden knows how blessed he is to have such a wonderful nurse and person as part of his staff!!! Best Wishes! D41927

Dear Shirley, Merci!-Grazie!-Danke!-Eucharisto!-Tack!-Gracias!- I mean, I’m talking serious thank-you’s here! I wanted to make sure to take a minute and say ‘Thank You!’ I couldn’t be more pleased with the results of my surgery - (Breast Augmentation) and you are largely responsible. Thank you for being so generous with your patience and time. When I saw Dr. Dowden at the surgery center on 2-19, I made sure to tell him how lucky he is to have you in his practice. Shirley, you are a very kind person and have certainly found you ‘Nitch’ in nursing. My experience, from start to finish was wonderful - ‘I would do it again in a heartbeat.’ Sincerely P17013

To Dr. Dowden & Staff Heartfelt Thanks to All of You The heart does not forget the things that made it feel so light - It keeps in loving memory the smiles, so warm and bright, The words of real encouragement that kept it from despair, The little deeds of thoughtfulness that softly say ‘I care’...The heart does not forget such things - I’m sure that this is true - Because my heart is filled with special thoughts of all of you. You’ve Been Wonderful to Me Thank you ALL for your wonderful care & for the part of my life that you touched & the new confidence I now have because all your help & concern A41008

To Dr. Dowden and Staff I think the ruffle really makes a difference. Don’t you? I just want to express my thanks for all that you have done for me. I feel so much better about my self, and it takes a great team, as your office has, to make each surgery a success. I am extremely grateful! Many thanks D23436

To Dr. Dowden See this smile on my face? You put it there! Thank you very much. Just a note to let you know I couldn’t be happier with the results of my breast surgery. I feel like a new person. You and your staff have been wonderful. There are no words to Thank You enough! T40921 Dear Dr. Dowden & Office Staff, Thank you all very much your kindness, care and compassion. You are appreciated. S42054

To Dr. Dowden Thanks A lot I can’t express to you enough how grateful I am to you for making me feel and look like I used to. You and your wonderful staff made me feel very comfortable & therefore never doubted my great decision for coming to you for my surgery! All I can say is. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you!! P.S. You and Shirley & Melody can never retire - you’re too good! Sincerely L38764

To Dr. Dowden & Staff Especially To Thank You This Thank-You comes from a happy heart. You have finally given me control back! I now have control over my body & not my body over me! and Oh... What a Body! I am very happy. What a wonderful job done. Thank You J32815

To Dr. Dowden & wonderful TLC Staff Just to say a big Thank You For being so very kind, & caring, and especially for your sincere professional excellence. You made me feel so safe and comfortable at all times. I am so very happy with the final result. Most sincerely N42397

To Dr. Dowden & staff! Just a little not of thanks. What a wonderful & fun experience, starting with the first appointment! Thank you, you have done more than you know! I look forward to our visits. See you soon! W29173

Dear Shirley A note to Thank you with warm thoughts and appreciation It’s just the briefest ‘thank you’ And not very different or clever But it’s coming to tell you that what you did Will be remembered forever! Thank you so much for all the kindness and thoughtfulness you have given me in the past several months. You always took the time to talk to me about all the concerns that I had about my breast implants. It really meant a lot to me when you stopped to talk to me before my surgery and mentioned that you had thought about me at church the day before Thank you... I am very pleased with my decision as well as the results. Dr. Dowden is a wonderful surgeon and he is very lucky to have you by his side. You are truly a special person! K44608

Dear Dr. Dowden A Special Thank You Acts of kindness war the heart, soothe the soul, and make the world turn more gently. It’s nice to know that there are still people who take such pleasure in doing special things and making others feel good...Thank You You’re really someone special. I would like to thank you for the wonderful work you did on my breasts surgery. I think they look great. I’m very happy with the way they look. I also want to thank you for you patience and caring from our first consultation years ago when you explained the procedures and time it would take to get to this point. I deeply appreciate your time and all the great work you have done on me, considering what you had to start with back 20 year ago. Thank You Again E06381

Dear Dr. Dowden Just wanted to thank you for everything! You are a wonderful doctor & I’m so fortunate that I found you! Words can’t describe how happy I am with the results! What a difference!! Thanks for being so helpful & thorough! Fondly D43018

To Dr. Dowden Muchas Gracias All I can say is - You’re the Best! Thank You. And to the Ladies, Thanx For being helpful and informative! (Not used to that now a days!) Sincerely R43288

Dear Dr. Dowden I would like to thank you very much for everything you have done for me. I have felt completely comfortable and safe while in your care. You are a great doctor and an incredible man who I am sure has impacted so many people lives in a positive way, just as you have mine. May God Bless You!! Sincerely M34118

Dear Dr. Dowden, Shirley and staff Bless You Thank you very much for all of your help and support before during and after my surgery. I am extremely happy with my results. Your outstanding work and kindness is greatly appreciated and will be remembered always. Thanks again. L40905

To Dr. Dowden I think we should start a ‘Dr. Dowden Appreciation Club’ because you have helped so many of us feel better about ourselves & you have corrected physical deformities that really bothered us. I was examined by 4 plastic surgeons before I saw you for the first time on 1-8-04. You were the only plastic surgeon that gave me hope that my breast reconstruction problems were correctable. Thank-you, Dr. Dowden, for being understanding and compassionate of my situation. I could not be more pleased with the results & my breast revision turned out better than I had envisioned. So, in my own imagination, I have already created this unique group that belong to the ‘Dr. Dowden Appreciation Club,’ and the membership is growing steadily due to the exceptional ways you improve each of our lives. Thank You J39419

Dear Dr. Dowden This card isn’t big enough to show you how grateful I am... There are some people who come into your life and touch your heart. You have become one of those people in my life. As I left your office yesterday, I regretted not telling you how much I appreciated, not only your expertise, but your kind, gentle way. I am already so excited about the results and last night Michael said he can really see a big difference. I have to say that you made some uncomfortable situations as comfortable as they could be. You have a wonderful bedside manner and I realize that most physicians would have gladly taken my money for the additional procedures we discussed. Obviously, you are a very ethical person and I thank you for that. It must be a rare thing to find a person who is willing to give of themselves as much as you have with the children you’ve treated across the globe, what a wonderful person are! You must gain a great deal of personal satisfaction with all you do for so many people. Please accept this token of my appreciation for you and your staff. I hope that when you hear the water trickle, you’ll think about all the smiles you’ve created. See you in May. P.S. My jeans thank you also, they don’t have to struggle so much to get past the thighs! Fondly D24123

Dear Dr. Dowden & Staff Thank You A note to express sincere appreciation. I can’t even thank you enough for everything you have done for me. I feel like a new person! Your time spent and caring meant the world to me. I couldn’t of found a nicer group of professionals anywhere I just really want to say thank you so much and let you know how great everyone was to me. I feel that I had the best knowledge of everything that was happening. Dr. Dowden did a fantastic job, he sure is a #1 doctor with a #1 staff!! Thanks! Thanks so much. D34922

Dear Dr. Dowden With sincere appreciation and warmest thanks to you I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for making such a positive difference in my life and to let you know how much I admire your work. You truly are one of the best in your profession. I really appreciated the time you took to answer all of my questions, the night you called after my surgery, the Saturday morning you came into the office to ease my pain and your gentleness and compassion. For all of this, I am forever grateful. Sincerely L18899

To Dr. Dowden Thank You With sincere thanks and appreciation. Thank You! I am very pleased with my surgery. D37019

To Dr. Dowden Thank You How can I find the words to thank you. From my beautiful shape to always taking care of me on my monthly visits to you. Your staff was always helpful too! I will continue to spread the good word about you and you may pass along my e-mail address to any of your new patients. A big thank you for taking car of the surgery on my cyst. Thank you C25234

To Dr. Dowden & Staff I wanted to thank you again for the great job done by yourself and all the girls in your office. I am very happy with the outcome of it an would not hesitate to recommend you to anyone. I was very impressed with the professionalism and felt very comfortable at all times. Thank you K30287

DR Dowden Thank you. I wanted to thank you and your staff for your outstanding care. From the consultation process, to surgery, to post-surgery care, I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. You come highly recommended in my book. Thank you too for all of your encouraging words at my six week checkup. I truly appreciate it. Sincerely, C40320

Dr Dowden Thank you very much. I had my year check-up with you last week and was very emotionally moved. After looking at the before/after pictures, I left your office with a big smile and then began crying big happy tears. I am so very happy and grateful for making the choice to have breast augmentation. You are the best doctor I could have chosen for my surgery and I thank you very, very much. I feel and look beautiful. Thank you. T39697

Dear Dr Dowden To thank you. Out of the abundance of a giving heart gifts of joy. Thinking of you and wanting you to know you’re appreciated for all you are and all you do. I am truly humbled and grateful that you were able to consider ‘my needs’, medically, with such late notice! God has anointed you with so many gifts!! Thank you! D42321

Dr Dowden and staff A month in Tahiti $7,598. A day at Brown’s stadium $175. A week in the Caribbean $ 2,374. A two hour surgery performed by Dr Richard Dowden Priceless!! Thanks from the bottom of my heart for the transformation...and warmth, professionalism, kindness... PS-It goes without saying Marty thanks you as well! Fondly S32938

To Shirley Special people are treasured in the heart, remembering your thoughtfulness... remembering you. Fondly K25690

Dear Shirley and Dr. Dowden Thank You It was appreciated very much. I can’t thank you enough for letting me share in the experience of being a ‘model’ for a day! I was honored that you picked me with all the beautiful women that you have on hand... I have always felt beautiful from the inside but you are the reason for the outside attitude that I have and carry with me. Thank you for ALL the wonderful gifts - I loved the robe and the ‘girls’ always look the best in V.S. bras! Wonder how many models start at the age of 47? Always here to help, C25234

To Shirley Thank You Saying thanks is easy - the very hardest part is showing you the gratitude that comes right from the heart. But hope this ‘Thank you very much,’ will show in some small way the deep appreciation this brings to you today. I just want to thank you for all that you have done for me! You worked really hard to fit me in the schedule and I appreciate it. On top of that you made me feel very comfortable through out my surgery experience! I would definitely do it again! All of you are amazing and I hope to se you again! Sincerely J38269

Dear Shirley Thank you for the ‘hug’ & the wonderful poem - what beautiful words of comfort & hope! I knew that the divorce process would be difficult, but I never imagined such vitriolic behavior. I am looking forward to our dinner date in March & hope that all will be resolved by then. Thank you again for your thoughtfulness. Sincerely B33316

Dear Shirley & Dr. Dowden Thank you so much for the beautiful flower arrangement that you sent while I was in the hospital! I started Cardiac Rehab 3x week and signed a release to have my records forwarded to your office in Mayfield Hts. I will keep you updated on my progress. J17267

Dear Dr. Dowden With Thanks I wanted to thank you and Shirley for taking the time to return my phone call. I truly appreciate your knowledge, understanding, and helpfulness. I plan to discuss the optimum fill volumes with my plastic surgeon during my next office visit. Thank you again for addressing my concerns. It truly was a pleasure talking with you! L02183

Dear Dr. Dowden & all of the wonderful staff! My gratitude was right on time, it’s just this card that’s a little late! Thank You P.S. I will call re: my follow-up for the end of September. F35790

To Dr. Dowden, Shirley, Tina & Melody Thank You ‘A nicer group of people would be very hard to find.’ With sincere thanks to everyone of you I very much appreciate all you have done for me...so wonderfully! Thank you all for your warmth & kindness, See you soon. A35813

To everyone at Dr. Dowden’s office and especially ‘The Doc’ Thank You - Merci- Grazie Eucharisto-Tack-Danke-Gracias-Tack-Gracias-Thank You-Merci-Grazie-Eucharisto-Danke, I mean, I’m talking serious thank you’s here! I can’t express how much better I feel about myself, and I owe it all to all of you! D31267

Dear Dr. Dowden & Office Staff Thank You I just wanted to extend my deepest appreciation to you & your wonderful staff for their care & concern throughout my visits & surgery last month. I am so pleased with the results of my surgery! I couldn’t be happier with your work! You are truly the best! I have told everybody I know about you & your staff. I must say that I am impressed with the professionalism & thoroughness in the care that you provide. I work in the health care field as a _________ & have never met anyone like you in my practice. Your work is perfect Thank You to you & your office for all your kindness, support & encouragement! Sincerely A39867

To Dr. Dowden You’re the kind of doctor who treats the person as well as the patient Thank You With heartfelt appreciation for everything you’ve done for me and my beautiful new body! Thank You, Thank You, Thank You S38188

To Dr. Dowden & his wonderful staff! Warm Thanks to all of you Know people nice as you - Gives life a brighter touch - And so to each and all of you - Thanks very, very much! Just a little note to Thank you very much for the ride to the airport & the listening ear to my taxi problem! I wanted to let you know I did get my money back at the airport. The airport security found the driver & made him give me back $27.00 on the spot. I find that most people today show very little concern for others....I just wanted you to know I think Dr. Dowden & his staff are wonderful people. Thanks again!! T30106

Dear Dr. Dowden Just a short note to compliment you and your staff. From the moment I called to inquire about an appointment for breast augmentation to the post-op visit, I was treated very courteously and professionally by everyone in your office. Shirley, in particular, was an absolute joy to work with. She was very supportive and patient throughout. I appreciate your outstanding surgical skills as evidenced by my new and much improved breasts. I also appreciate the time you spent with me before the operation explaining my options. Looking in the mirror, I know I made the right choice. I would highly recommend you and your staff to anyone considering breast augmentation. I look forward to seeing you in April. Sincerely P24725

Dear Dr. Dowden, Shirley & Staff Thank You Thank You Thank You Thank You Thank You Thank You Thank You Thank You Thank You Thank You Thank You Thank You Thank You Just can’t thank you enough! Just wanted to express how appreciative I am towards the wonderful work that you did on the last part of my reconstruction - the nipple looks perfect - just like the other side. My navel now looks like one, an my abdominal area actually ‘feels’ better. I can’t thank you enough for alleviating my discomfort and pain, while at the same time improving the aesthetic outcome 100%! You are truly a great surgeon and pioneer - I was truly blessed to have a surgeon like you. With Gratitude J08969

To Dr. Dowden With Special Thanks This extra-special thank-you note send to you today - Holds more appreciation than any words can say - For you’re among the nicest people I have ever known - And you’ll never be forgotten for the thoughtfulness you’ve shown. Thanks for Everything As an educator, I am rarely at a loss for words. Yet at this moment, I find it difficult to find the words to express the depth of my appreciation for all that you have done to assist me through my medical procedure. I would genuinely like to thank Dr. Dowden. He is truly the best plastic surgeon that a person could have. I would also like to thank all of the wonderful people that work in the office. Your dedication and commitment for the well-being of patients is heartfelt and sincere. Thank You J19756

To Dr. Dowden Thank you very much It was very much appreciated. In more ways than one we thank you. D41139 P38227 D40183

To Dr. Dowden Thank You With sincere appreciation and warmest thanks to you . Thank You C27896

To Dr. Dowden & Staff A Special Thanks A little note with a personal touch - To say it meant so very much! Thanks for Everything I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart. I appreciate all the time you have spent with me. You have helped me to fulfill a dream I have had for more than 10 years! P.S. Included is my story I submitted to appear on Implantinfo by Nicole - www.implantinfo.com Thanks again, K44276

Dear Dr. Dowden & staff This isn’t a ‘thank you’ note...it’s an ‘eternally grateful, forever in your debt, how can I ever repay you’ note! This card says it all. How can I every Thank You for all that you’ve done? I am eternally grateful.’ I was so fortunate to have you as my surgeon. God Bless you for all the wonderous works that you do, and for all the people that you’ve helped, and make ‘whole’ again like me. Many Thanks, J08969

Dear Shirley Thanks! You have a special way...of doing the nicest things! We want to let you know how much we appreciated all your efforts in coordinating surgeries with Dr. Dowden & Dr. D... No one knows better than us how difficult ‘long distance communication can be. All the extra things you did behind the scene...your patience, your follow-up with the pre-admission testing, and sending the prescriptions in advance made the whole process so much easier for us. Thanks again! E32467 & T41773

To Dr. Dowden Special Thanks to All of You Your thoughtfulness will always be remembered What can I possibly say to thank you all for what you have given me...self confidence, well rounded shape I’ve always wanted, and the courage to wear things I never thought I would or could. Every member of this team is a superstar that just shines. Every question, every concern, even those I didn’t think to ask were taken care of. Shirley - the lights went out; I ran you ragged, you never once waivered or lost the sweetness in your voice. I had my augmentation May 26th and the very next day I was up and around! I could never have expected such a smooth recovery. My boyfriend Tom has that little extra sparkle in his eye the past few days!! Dr. Dowden, you are a dream surgeon. You have a very special gift, not just in your impeccable workmanship, but in your approach to your patients, your mannerism, and your nature. I am so blessed to have found you for my augmentation and I cannot thank you & your team enough!! M40248

Dear Shirley Thank You Just a kind word to Thanks for everything that you’ve done. Thank you for all of your help in planning my surgery The Surgery Center was the best place - I was so impressed with the care there. I really appreciate all your patience in answering my questions, and help with insurance. I will not forget your kindness. You are a special person. You and Dr. Dowden make an excellent team. Many Thanks J08969

To Dr. Dowden THANKS! So Much! I wanted to take the time to just say ‘Thank You’ I was very fortunate to find such a wonderful & talented surgeon. You remind me of an artist, but instead of using paper, you use the human body. I’m sure you have changed thousands of people’s lives by making them feel better about themselves, including myself. God definitely chose the right person for the job! Thank you again..M34388

To Dr. R. Dowden and his Staff With Thanks to All of You No wonder there’s such warmth behind the thanks this brings your way - Your special kindness brought such joy it really made the day...And when any group of people does the thoughtful things you do, It’s hard to find words warm enough to thank each one of you! All of you were great! Thanks Y20585

Dear Dr. Dowden, Tina, Melody, Shirley and Coreen, Thank You Thank You Thank You Thank You Thank You Thank You Thank You Because there’s no end to the kind things do do...There’s no end to the thanks that this brings to you! I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciated what all of you did for me during my procedures and follow-ups. It has been a wonderful experience for me and your care and concern has made it that much better. I look forward to my appointments because it is much a delight to be there and to see everyone. All of you take the time to make my day so wonderful. I have a special place in my heart for everyone. Thanks again for your kindness. V25763

Dear Dr. Dowden, Shirley & Staff Thank You It was very much appreciated. I just wanted to inform you that I have decided not to undergo surgery for a breast augmentation. The evening of my last sizing I broke down; I realized that the yellow light is definitely flashing. When you, Dr. Dowden, had asked me why I had such high anxiety with this decision and not with the decision of marriage and having children, I didn’t have the answer until I got home. I was so confident that I wanted to get married and have children that there was no question in my mind. I do not feel the same with this situation. Finding the right size may not have been in question - it was the entire procedure. Although, I still would like larger breasts, I cannot go through with the surgery. In that note, I want to thank you for all the time you, Shirley and your staff spent with me. You are a very patient, extremely informed and caring doctor. Thank you again Sincerely C42444

Dear Dr. Dowden & Office Staff Thank You Thank you for the care you gave my mother, before, during and after her surgery. I appreciate the kindness and concern shown to both her and me while we were in Cleveland. Sincerely D26997

Dear Dr. Dowden & Shirley Just wanted you to know how much I appreciate your support, encouragement, and interest in me... Thanks for all you’ve done. Thank you for all your help. My husband and I were very fortunate to find a great office, doctor, nurse, etc. The consultation was more than we expected. We look forward to scheduling surgery and receive fabulous care along with great results. J40329