David Lynnwood Andrews

Though he´s been go e awhile now, my husband and I were remembering dear Dr. Andrews today. We called him our family orthopedic surgeon since he did many procedures between myself, my husband and my Mom. Not only was he a remarkable surgeon but I just loved the man himself and would have treasured the opportunity to lnow him beyond his medical practice. I just like him as a person. The world is a better place because he was in it. Our heartfelt condolences to all his family and friends. Thank...

My cousin David was as close as a brother during my early years when I lived in Shaker Heights. Our Moms were sisters and the four of us spent much time together. Those were good times.

Dr Andrew’s trained me at New York Orthopaedic Hospital at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center 1977-1980

He was a fascinating, approachable , incisive, practical, common sense, friendly man. I learned much from him not only about surgery but we shared our love for gardening. I continue both those practices today.

I am 70, was thinking of him today for some reason.

Said a pray and well wishes to him.

David and I were cousins, born two weeks apart. We were together nearly every day from age 4 to 10 and attended the same school. Later, David would tell me I interesting facts that he had learned, about astronomy especially, as we roamed the grandparents’ farm where I then lived. I look back and see the formation of my bright and interesting cousin, always a favorite.

Dr Andrews was my savior, after fracturing my neck in pool accident in the summer of 1974 he fused my 4th and 5th vertebrae with stainless steel and bone from my hip. I am presently 58 years old and have very minor issues with my neck due to his great talent. We were told he had done this same operation 100 times before me. I was truly blessed to find him, I know he is in heaven, for he was my guardian angel on earth.

September 1 2016

David-A wonderful friend and colleague at the Columbia University Medical Center and the Union Club.Thank you for your being such a great surgeon,and personality,a partner in our numerous surgical acts of healing.

Jim McMurtry
Herbert and Linda Gallen Professor emeritus of Clinical Neurological Surgery,CUMC,New York

It is sad to say Farewell to my cousin David. Only two weeks older than I, he was my first, and longest best friend. It may be sad to say goodbye, but the many memories I treasure from our times together bring happy thoughts of a fine person.
Sending love to all his family from Mikie

David Andrews was the consummate professional, mentor, and educator. He inspired innumerable orthopedic surgeons to think outside the box, take incredible care of patients, and mostly to be humane. He will be sadly missed by all.
William N. Levine, MD
Frank E. Stinchfield Professor and Chairman, NYOH/Columbia Orthopedics

To the Andrews Family
May the God is our refuge and strength, A help that is readily found in times of distress.