Testimonials
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My father has late-stage dementia and Dr. Davidson has given me superb guidance for years. She has the natural ability to translate complex medical language into easy-to-understand explanations, never condescending or acting frustrated at my confusion or fear. Sadly, this hasn’t been the case with all the physicians with whom I’ve dealt. What makes her so extraordinary? We are lifelong friends–and I’ve never paid her for one minute of her time, yet her generosity has been boundless. Why? Because she is so deeply committed to my father’s comfort. She has ushered forth her opinions with great compassion and wisdom. I have been more comforted by her responses to my father’s condition than by any other physician. If anyone asked me to rate her care, I would respond without hesitation that it is off the charts.
Cindy Frenkel, taking care of a father with advanced dementia -
“Dr. Davidson is a careful listener, a thoughtful diagnostician, a caring prescription writer. She always treated my mother with respect and consideration, even when other physicians discounted my mother’s reports just because she struggled to find words and logical explanations for her symptoms. During the ten years I observed Dr. Davidson working as my mother’s physician, there were many times that I had given up acquiring any improvement in one condition or another, but saw how Dr. Davidson, with persistence and hope, found ways to make my mother’s life better, even as she aged. Dr. Davidson understands aging extremely well and accepts its inevitability even as she works to maintain life and a high quality of living.”
Carlin Otto, taking care of mom with dementia
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“Observing Dr. Davidson’s awareness and sensitivity to patients and their families who were fearful was an unforgettable experience for me. I was impressed with her calm and professional manner, her caring and deep respect. Often with her subtle sense of humor, she eased their anxiety. She listened so carefully to what they needed to share with her, even and maybe especially, if it was not about their pain but about another concern. I have been consistently moved by Dr. Davidson’s ability to speak with honesty and directness, and yet at the same time with great compassion.”
Mary Kiki Wilcox, Ph.D.
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“Dr. Davidson provided me with good medical care and advice over my now two years here. I especially appreciated her always taking immediate action. A part of this place’s heart and soul left with her when she retired.”
Nancy D. Robinson
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“In her role as Wellness Director, Dr. Davidson has been a genuine ground breaker. She developed a fall prevention program that has changed the way the whole facility views falls and the process of fall prevention. She provided clinical education and workshops on subjects like End of Life, Depression, and Dementia to both expert and lay audiences, which were extremely well attended due to her reputation as an excellent speaker. She started support groups and made herself available as an advocate for many of our residents. Our residents trust and rely on Dr. Davidson to give them excellent care and to help them understand and manage what is happening to them.”
Araceli Antonio, MS, RN, Director of Health Services, Channing House, Palo Alto, CA
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“Dr. Davidson is a gem. She is a consummate professional and patient advocate. She cares deeply for her patients and their families, and uses her experience as a Geriatrician to guide patients and families to realistic and meaningful decisions for their health and care”.
Albert H. Lam, MD, Chair, Dept. of Geriatrics, Palo Alto Medical Foundation