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Christine Knott
August 14, 2023
Back in June 1992 I was a scared childless female who had just moved to Boston after losing my father. I had a HUGE uterine fibroid and after a miscarriage, Dr Ravnikar performed a myomectomy/laparotomy at Mass General. It was a success!! I am now a 60 year old woman with 4 daughters and one of them is a nurse who wants to get into maternal-fetal medicine. To say Dr Ravnikar was a Dr who acted more like a Nurse in a caring way would be an understatement! She was brilliant and empathetic, and when someone like that comes into your life, you do not forget them. I´m so sorry I did not know before this that she had passed because I now live in NC. I looked her up and I am devastated. I want to give my condolences to her family and all who loved her.
Anne M. Tisdell
July 17, 2023
It is difficult for me to believe that we have all endured a dozen years without Veronica in our lives. I always enjoyed learning and working with her a a Reproductive Endocrine Fellow as well as being appointed an Associate in the Practice. She touched so many lives with her compassion, understanding and focus towards doing her best in all areas of her life. She was a good friend and Mentor and she enriched my life as she has with so many other colleagues,patients, family and friends. I look back on those days of working with her as a treasured time in my professional life. You are loved and missed Veronica!
Your Friend and Colleague,
Anne Tisdell
Brenda Cavallo
January 1, 2021
I am very late in sending my condolences, but after just finding out about her death I need to express my feelings. I have twins, who are now 29, because of Dr. Ravnikar. I suffered and was hospitalized after their conception and Dr. Ravnikar helped me so much while I was hospitalized. She acted like a nurse, not caring or thinking about being an MD. She could easily have asked the nurse to tend to me and walked away, but she chose to stay. I know a man Dr. would have walked away. She made me feel whole and not like a crazy woman wanting desperately to have a child. Because...that’s not a crazy desire. I’m so sad that she is gone. She was truly an exceptional doctor. My life is better and happier because of Dr. Ravnikar.
July 23, 2020
Dr. Veronica Ravnikar you will never be forgotten. You maybe gone from us for now, but live on in our hearts. We shall meet again one day, until then peace be with you and keep watching over us.
Sincerely,
Your former patient.
Melody Hypolite
Mark Katz
July 17, 2020
As the years go by, I still remember my kind and sweet--and brilliant--medical school classmate Veronica, with joy and gratitude.
Anne Tisdell
July 17, 2020
I had the privilege of working with Veronica at Brigham and Women's Fertility & Endocrine Unit the Summer of 1981. She was a wonderful colleague with whom I worked with patient care and research. I was heartbroken when I learned of her passing from Isaac Schiff, MD. I pray that her family is doing well in spite of their loss!! She was a real gem with compassion, kindness & dedication. I learned so much from her, Isaac, Paul Zarutskie, MD and the other Reproductive Endocrine Fellows. I still can't believe that she is gone. I miss her as I am sure of her family does! Rest in peace, Veronica! I loved you as a person & a professional!
Anne M. Tisdell RNC, MSN, WHNP-BC (formerly Rowen)
Natasha Wieschenberg Birmingham
July 17, 2020
Always in my heart for being the Person who listened to what I had to say and then literally saved my life. Memory eternal and God bless those you left behind. Natasha Wieschenberg Birmingham Surgery date: March 2004
September 13, 2018
I am shocked and saddened to find that Dr. Veronica Ravnikar has passed away. She saved my life, and I wish I had the chance to show her my gratitude while she was still with us. Rest in Peace, you will never be forgotten. Your former patient Melody Hypolite
Terry K
May 7, 2017
We were told we would never had children. I said not until Boston Hospital says so. My oldest will be 25 next month and I was thinking of Dr Ravnikar and how brilliant she is. Thank you.
March 14, 2016
I would not have my wonderful daughter Lauryn if it wasn't for Dr. Ravinakar,
she was the kindest, most sincere Dr. I
have ever met. She took me on as a patient
by a referral from a friend, I had tried for 2 1/2 yrs to become pregnant, after seeing this wonderful Dr. and person, I was
pregnant within 3 months. I will always be
so very grateful to her, and deeply saddened to find out of her passing by trying
to refer a friend also in need of a fertility specialist. My prayers go out
to her loving family and friends. See is angel.
JoAnn McHenry
January 5, 2016
Roni,
You were my first year roommate at Immaculata College. I loved you then and will always love you. jo
Star Decelles
April 3, 2015
I just read of Dr. Ravnikars passing and was deeply sadden by her loss . She was my Dr in worcester and was wonderful . My condolences to her family .
Anne Tisdell
December 1, 2012
I worked with Veronica when she was a Reproductive Endocrine Fellow under Isaac Schiff, MD at then Boston Hospital for Women. Her research on hot flashes,Menopause, and bone densities in addition to her infertility work were fascinating to me. She actually had me participate in some of her research. She was warm & compassionate with her patients. Teaching was one of her strengths with colleagues & patients alike. I was stunned when Isaac recently told me of her passing. I had always hoped that we would get to work together again. I am truly saddened to learn of her passing. I extend my condolences to Lenny, Gregory, David & Victoria.
Sincerely,
Anne M. Tisdell (formerly Rowen)
Laura Brooks
November 28, 2012
I recently went to my apt with Dr Ravnikar and was shocked and in tears to learn of her passing. I've never had a doctor as caring, warm, ready to do whatever it took to make me feel better, and such a wonderful listener! My condolences to her patients, family, & friends. You all made her what she was. I am so blessed to have had her in my life.
Jay Walshon
August 27, 2012
Although I've not remained in contact with her, reading her accomplishments makes me proud to have been her classmate at Upstate. They are not surprising given the intellect, dedication and compassion that was her nature. My condolences to Lenny and her entire family.
Jay M Walshon MD FACEP
Mojca Lorbar, MD
July 28, 2012
I am very sorry to hear about Dr. Ravnikar's passing. I came from Slovenia as a medical student where her family is originally from. I spend a month with her at UMMC. She was kind, inspirational and just a wonderful role model. I have not known anyone and she invited me for a lunch with her family in Newton. Despite being late because I got lost on road, she made me feel welcome.
She left a permanent impression on me and after many years I still remember her as an outstanding physician and person.
My deepest sympathy to her family.
annie thomas
May 12, 2012
I am so so sorry to heard of Dr Ravnikar's passing. She was my doctor for some time at St Barnabas, and she was kind and helpful and an excellent doctor. What a loss to the medical world! And so sorry to the family who has lost here. God bless.
Leonora (Lee) Licata
March 1, 2012
Ronnie was my classmate at Saint Michael's High School in Brooklyn, New York. She was brilliant then, yet, always humble. She was a loving and caring person. As I read the comments written by her patients, I knew that she used her intelligence most wisely and her professional accomplishments are a testament to her kindness and caring nature. I had hoped to see her at our high school reunion on April 29, 2012. I shall have to wait to see her again in the great by-and-by. My thoughts and prayers are with her husband, her children and her siblings. She and her sisters were very close indeed. God bless you, Ronnie. I'll be sure your presence is known to the Michaelites I see in April. "Please watch over us always wherever we roam." (from our school's anthem.)
Madelyn Etkind
February 23, 2012
I met Veronica when I was a nursing student at Syracuse University in the 70's .We used to study together at in medical library. She was beautiful, kind, brilliant and inspirational.I am so sad to just this second learn of her untimely death. I see that she continued to be a beacon of hope and light for her patients. My deepest sympathy to her family . What a loss.
Natasha Wieschenberg
January 24, 2012
Surfed the internet today to find the woman who saved my life and got a big kick in the gut when the word "obituary" showed up after her name. Doesn't seem like I can blame cancer or any other horrible disease. It seems like it was just her time albeit an early one. It's amazing what powerful and wrenching emotions can come welling up like a freight train when you find out you "lost" someone from your life who really wasn't even yours to lose in the traditional sense - not family, not a close friend, not a work associate or fellow parishioner. But how do you not grieve and ache when that person is the person who crossed your life to safe it, regardless of how long or short they were in it? Tears of sadness today for Dr. Veronica Ravnikar, my angel here on earth who found the cancer trying to hide away in my ovary. Without her, I would have been there first to welcome her to where she is now. My deepest and most heartfelt condolences to her family. Thank you for sharing this incredible woman with all of us. With peace, respect and love, Natasha Wieschenberg
Mark Katz
January 11, 2012
I was a medical school classmate of Veronica's (and Lenny's), and had not seen her since we graduated in 1975. I am so sad to hear of her passing--and in reading the other entries--those of grateful patients--I can see her life turned out to be the success (no doubt laced with beauty and humility) I would have imagined, and wished for her.
Sincerest condolences to you, Lenny, and to your children. My heart goes out to you on this incalculable loss.
November 11, 2011
to my dear cousin,
From Peter Slabic--God Bless you forever
Peter
peter slabic
November 10, 2011
To my cousin and inspiring person and fellow doctor.
Prayers with you always,
Peter Slabic
Sue Brennan
September 13, 2011
She heard me when no one else would listen. I don't have words for how heartbroken I am to hear of her passing. Her compassion is not replaceable and I wouldn't be here without her. God bless.
Valerie Baker
September 3, 2011
Veronica was a wonderful mentor to me, from the time I was a second year medical student at Harvard in 1985. She was definitely a positive influence on my decision to become a reproductive endocrinologist. She kept in touch with me over all of these years. I will definitely miss her, but feel very fortunate to have known her.
September 3, 2011
Dr Ravnikar was my godmother known as Teta Veronika. Thank You for loving me so much as a baby and not forgetting my birthday every year. Thank You for taking me on vacations which I will never forget. Thank You for letting me stay at your house in Newton for 8 months when I was restoring it. Staying with and your family gave me a drive to succeed and aspired me to achieve my goals. Your attention to detail in managing your kids when your schudule was not ordinary was truely remarkable. Teta Veronika my kids ,my wife Tatyana will never forget the hospitality you and Uncle Lenny gave us for the new years weekend 2011. Walking with you and Uncle Lenny through Boston in record breaking warm tempertatures was ment to be. We feel very fortunate to have that memory with you and Uncle Lenny. My kids will never forget you and Cohaset and I will make sure your memory will never die . Sunday September 4 2011 there will me a mass for you at St. Cyrils in Manhattan New York City, we will be attending and keeping your memory alive. We love Aunt Veronika, thank you Andre, Tatyana, Simona, Alexander, and Elizabeth. Port Jefferson Long Island New York.
Lynda Galbato
August 30, 2011
Dr Ravnikar was my doctor and she took the time to help me with my problems! She always listen. I'm so glad I saw her in June. Thanks to her I'm feeling Great.
She will be MISSED so much! I'm So Sorry for her family! GREAT DOCTOR
Linda McLaughlin
August 19, 2011
My heart breaks of the sad news-
Dr. Ravnikar was very understanding and intelligent.....always a friendly, comfortable rapport in times of concern. Simply returning a call personally made patients feel special. While extraordinary as a Doctor, she was also a great Humanitarian. Many thanks and
deepest sympathy to your Family and Friends...........
August 18, 2011
Lenny and family,
our deepest sympathy on the sudden loss of your dear wife and mother,
we will always remember Veronica with great fondness,
Selwyn and Laura Oskowitz
SUSAN PRINCE
August 10, 2011
DR.RAVNIKAR WAS MY DOCTOR FOR NEARLY TEN YEARS. SHE SAVED MY LIFE AND BELIEVED ME AND MY SYMPTOMS WHEN NO ONE ELSE DID. SHE GAVE ME BACK MY LIFE WHICH HAD BEEN LOST SINCE MY EARLY TWENTIES. SHE WAS A GODSEND.
I AM SO SAD TO HEAR OF HER PASSING. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH HER FAMILY.
I KNOW SHE IS NOW AN ANGEL IN HEAVEN WATCHING OVER US ALL.
Teresa Kurmann
August 1, 2011
She was my dr... there was no one like her. She will be missed. May she shine on in heaven. My condolances to her family and friends.
Mary Huse
July 27, 2011
Another angel is in heaven. She was my doctor and I also worked with her at UMass, Worcester as an R.N. She was truly so kind to all of her patients and treated them with the most respect. Condolences to her husband, children and siblings. She was so very dedicated to her family. Our loss and heaven's gain.
Lydia Ravnikar
July 26, 2011
She was the best sister, friend and cheerleader. I will miss her phone calls, her unwavering support, her devotion to family and her unrelenting optimisim. My heart is breaking. I will never forget her. Her loving sister Lydia
Patricia Curtin
July 25, 2011
For me, Dr Ravnikar represented life. Without her incredibly caring soul, my life would not be complete. Through my ups and downs, she was a constant bright light of hope. She was brilliant, available, supportive, enlightening, and above all, always gave me hope. Thank you Dr Ravnikar for giving me my daughter, Lindsay, born 7-1-1985.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family through this very difficult time.
Patti Curtin Hart
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