A Journey Through the Healthcare Maze Imagine being a healthy 27-year-old male, living life as usual, when one day, a small bump appears near the tailbone. It grows bigger, becomes painful, and makes sitting uncomfortable. What seems like a minor issue soon spirals into a long, frustrating medical ordeal filled with failed treatments, misguided advice,Continue reading “A Tale of Improper Pilonidal Care: The Fog of Confusion”
Thank you so much for EVERYTHING and answering ALL our questions before and after the surgery! Such an amazing person and Doctor… I am healed! After struggling for more than 3 years with the Pilonidal disease. I finally found Dr Sternberg in San Francisco and like everyone who has had this cleft lift surgery byContinue reading “Dr. Sternberg is the BEST”
When I first came across Dr. Sternberg’s website, I had undergone three prior surgeries for my pilonidal disease. Each surgery was a challenging and traumatic experience for my body, and with each surgery I saw the postoperative healing process turn into a nightmare as my disease recurred. Having gone through such a horrible experience, IContinue reading “If you Have Pilonidal Disease, Dr. Sternberg is the Best Possible Doctor you can Find!”
Why the Cleft Lift Procedure/Pilonidal RAF (rotation and advancement flap) Should and Will Be the Gold Standard for Pilonidal Disease Pilonidal disease can feel like a never-ending battle. Many patients endure painful flare-ups, failed surgeries, and a constant worry that their condition will come back. But here’s the good news: with the right surgeon andContinue reading “The Procedure With a Near 100% Cure Rate”
IntroductionFor many pilonidal disease patients, the battle doesn’t end with their first surgery. Recurrence is a devastatingly common issue, leaving individuals frustrated, in pain, and often feeling hopeless. But why do pilonidal surgeries fail so frequently? And more importantly, how can you ensure that your subsequent surgery is your last? At The Sternberg Clinic, weContinue reading “Avoiding the Recurrence Trap”
What a relief! I came to Dr. Sternberg 10 years after my first pilonidal abscess. At first, my case was a mild one and more manageable than some of the stories I’ve seen on reddit and other forums. It would reoccur every 3-4 years and I would just use a donut pillow for comfort untilContinue reading “Dr. Sternberg’s the best, and he truly cares.”
After years of dealing with a painful pilonidal cyst and multiple failed surgeries, I had almost given up on finding relief. But then I found Dr. Sternberg, and he completely changed my life. From the moment I met him, I felt a sense of hope and reassurance that I hadn’t felt in years. He tookContinue reading “I am Finally Pain Free”
