Twenty minutes into my first visit with Dr. Blackburne- I knew he was a keeper! From his initial greeting - he was very personable, kind and showed sincere interest in me and my situation-which is so very assuring and comforting for a new patient. I greatly appreciate how he shows his passion for his profession, thinking out of the box and considering all angles ( discovering my somewhat rare ureteral cancer). Dr Blackburne takes the time to really listen to my questions , answering and explaining them in an easy to understand manner. If I had questions before the next visit, I could send them via the portal and he was very helpful and quick to get back with me, even calling me personally pertaining to a few of my lab result's. A very thorough and skilled surgeon with a wonderful bedside manner (and a sense of humor which is a big plus to me). Maybe you get the sense that I think very highly of Dr.Blackburne, well I do, and then some. An excellent Doctor and surgeon, a caring and compassionate person whom I highly recommend.. Thank You, Dr Blackburne!!