5 /5 Kris: Dr. Avena was very kind when I met him. He was very calm and this was calming to me as well. I was quite nervous about the Carpal Tunnel Release surgery I was having but Dr Avenas staff and Dr Avena himself took that away. The ladies in the office were friendly, the room prior to surgery was comfortable with a nice big tv to watch to relax, and the surgery itself was a breeze. I was awake the entire time and never felt a thing. Everyone in the operating room was very calming and relaxed. There was a lady that hung out beside me through out the surgery, she was really great. All around a wonderful experience with Dr Avena and his staff.