Dr. Leonard has been my neurologist since roughly 1998. I suffered a work related head injury, and Dr Leonard was, and I believe still is, the only Neurologist in the Austin area to treat a workmans comp case. I was turned away from other neurologists for months before finding Dr. Leonard.

He was the only Doctor who took my condition seriously. I am very grateful for his concern. If it weren't for Dr. Leonard I truly don't know what my life would be like now. A head injury is very scary, and when know one believes you have a problem because you don't "look ill" takes its toll. I know how it feels to be accused of something that isn't true.

Dr. Leonard validated that I indeed have post concussion syndrome. He sent me to cognitive therapy to restore skills. To this day I am still on medication in order to maintain an active lifestyle.
I am in fear of loosing him as a Doctor, as my workman comp benefits will be taken away, and there is no one else willing to take my case. I need the medication prescribed.

It is a shame to see someone truly concerned w/ his patients and profession be striped of his life's work. I hope none of the charges against him are true, he has never inappropriately touched me in all these years.

Please take into consideration the many lives that are being affected by these claims. It does not only affect Dr. Leonard. Many people are suffering because of false claims. I am very fearful what will happen to me once my prescription runs out. I can only imagine the fear Dr. Leonard must live with.

Sincerely,
Julie Ferri