Patient
I am a pastor in Damascus, VA. My experience with Dr. M. began in May of 20014. I had discovered through testing that I had a 100% blockage in my left anterior descending artery. The blockage was located in a place where the only remedy was a surgical procedure. One of the reasons I chose Dr. M. was that a nurse anesthetist in my church works with him regularly and highly recommended him. I was pleased with Dr. M.'s approach, his competency, his willingness to answer my questions and the big fact that he performs a "beating heart surgery," relieving most of his patients from the additional trauma of having their blood re-routed through a heart & lung machine during the surgery. He was excellent, as were the people on his team and in his office. My procedure went as planned, and I have just completed my 3 month mark post-surgery. I feel much better and have begun strenuous workouts on my bike again. I am so thankful for Dr. M. He did a great job in my case and I have spoken to others personally who also hold very similar opinions. I would recommend Dr. Messerschmidt with no hesitations. His bypass work could have quite literally saved my life and he will forever hold my admiration.