11/4/2003

Dear Dr. Wetzler:

I need a timely high-resolution CT scan of my spine to provide an accurate picture of my current situation, to prepare the surgeon for possible surgery. I also need such a scan to provide a base-line to monitor changes in my spine that may occur over time.

My research indicates that the highest resolution CT scans are available only at Froedert Hospital with their GE Light Speed Pro, or Light Speed 16 machines, each capable of providing 0.625 mm slices.

I need a prescription from you ordering this high-resolution CT scan of my entire spine. You will recall that I've been advised by doctors Wooten, Deckard, Dicus, and Oelke, that I must not delay unduly lest additional injury occur. Waiting has been frustrating. You can fax a prescription ordering a CT scan of my entire spine (0.625 mm slices) to the Froedtert Hospital radiology department at 805-3777.

Since I talked to you last, my sister, Marifran Cataldi, an employee of the UltraVisual Medical Systems, has prevailed on her company to except the electronic data of my scan and make it available for easy viewing by physicians of my choosing. Once in this conveniently available database form, at UltraVisual, I hope to persuade Dr Gary Wendt (UW Hospital - radiology) and Dr Paul Nagy (radiology - Froedtert Hospital and staff - Medical College Wisconsin), to take a quick look at the data (image) on my behalf. Both of these physicians have been aware of my situation for months.

Please let me know if I can help in advancing my cause.

Sincerely

Vincent J. Cataldi