I almost died because of Dr. Hurlbut's incompetence. In the spring of 2006 I noticed that my stamina was diminished. Initially, I believed that my decreased stamina was the result of being overweight and not getting enough exercise, so I started jogging three days a week in August and eating a healthier diet. In August of 2006 I also selected Dr. Hurlbut as my physician. I had office appointments with him monthly from then until December, 2006.

As I continued to exercise and lose a modest...