Douglas Ira Hammer M.D.

Somewhere around 1963, in California, through family friends, Doug very kindly gifted me The Little Prince and Siddhartha both books I have cherished and reread throughout my lifetime.....I never saw him again but have always remembered his gentle kindness.

Megan and I were patients of his at Blue Ridge. We can both say, without a doubt, that he saved our lives. We´re forever in the debt of such a kind and generous soul. He sent Megan a lamp in the shape of an owl (after she completed breast cancer treatment), and she still cherishes it. Thank you for taking such good care of the people around you, Dr. Hammer. You are missed.

As a pharmaceutical rep, I called on Dr. Hammer for many years. Not only did he take the time to meet with me, but we had many good conversations in which I learned so much. He was very kind and had a beautiful smile and great sense of humor. I was immediately saddened to learn of his passing. I hope it's helpful to his family to know that he made such a positive impact on so many of us.

I met Dr. Hammer when I began my practice of cardiology in Raleigh in 1985. He was a kind, intelligent and caring physician who was respected by his colleagues. He will be missed and remembered by all who knew him. My deepest sympathy and condolences to his family. Jim Locklear, M.D.

Dr. Hammer was a remarkable person. I remain fortunate to have crossed paths with him both personally and professionally.

I am so sorry to hear about Dr Hammer's passing. He was such a nice person and an excellent doctor. I knew Dr Hammer when I worked at Rex Hospital. He will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers for his family.