His Own Medicine: A Doctor's Story of Healing

I too broke my back in 1991. It's been a long road back and it's always an ongoing uphill battle. Unfortunately, this state (WI) does not allow handicapped people to make a fresh start no matter what. Sad. Truly sad. I would like to know if you could provide me with a network of online support for people who have broken their backs? Sincerely Patti S.J. Mackenzie 2009_mac@live.com

Embrace God's love during this time of your loss; your precious Charliebear. This too shall pass. The love and fond memories of your precious Charliebear will be there in your thoughts and heart. Embrace God's love, He loves you! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2H_8d6o2HQ&feature=related I dedicate this song in Charlie's memory.

For those who wanted updates on the death of Dr. Alford's son. http://www.gosanangelo.com/news/2009/feb/13/breaking-news-rollover-near-carlsbad-sends-one/

For those who wanted more information regarding the death of Dr. Alford's son. http://www.gosanangelo.com/news/2009/feb/13/breaking-news-rollover-near-carlsbad-sends-one/

Please tell us where we can get updates on Mrs. Alford. This is so tragic! I pray for this family as they go through this latest trial.

I am one of Dr. Alford's patients and I pray his family will recover from this. He is the warmest man I know and he has become part of my family as well. Please keep him in your prayers.

I received the executive e-mail from THe Methodist Hospital today as well, It seems that many of us are searching the internet for news and found this site. I am crying as I type this. G-d help this family.

I am praying for Dr. Alford's family. I work for the Methodist hospital and read this story today when I received it from a hospital executive. When I got the e-mail from my daughter's school regarding the death of a student and I saw his name, I was hoping that it wasn't Dr. Alford's son. I was so inspired by his story and I am so saddened by this tragedy which has befallen a family which has already been through so much. I wish his wife a speedy and complete recovery. God bless them all.

Please keep Dr. Alford in your prayers as today his son, Charles, was killed in a car accident in West, Texas. His wife, Mary, is at San Angelo Hospital.

Mary Alford is my niece. Not only is she strong and courageous, but her faith and sense of humor have provided "backbone" for their family through Gene's recovery. I am so proud of both of them.