First, My story starts at my diagnosis. I was in 5th grade when I was told that I had scoliosis and I was given an orthopedic brace to wear. Skip ahead two and a half years and I am scheduled for a spinal fusion surgery to correct my scoliosis. As a person with an irrational fear of pain, I was terrified! Dr. Francis made the process easy and not so scary. The safety and well-being of the patient at hand is always his main priority. Since my surgery, my physical health has improved greatly and I am able to play volleyball and tennis.