Dermatologist Dr. Michael Bigby is retiring after 35 years of providing care on the Island. On Friday, family, friends and colleagues gathered at Martha’s Vineyard Hospital to celebrate him.
Dermatologist Dr. Michael Bigby is retiring after 35 years of providing care on the Island. On Friday, family, friends and colleagues gathered at Martha’s Vineyard Hospital to celebrate his years of service.
Starting as a solo practitioner who made monthly visits to the Island, Dr. Bigby eventually grew the dermatology department to where it is today.
“Not only did Dr. Bigby make the department, but his mentorship of colleagues and students has created a lasting legacy of skilled professionals,” said Claire Seguin, chief nurse and vice president of operations at the hospital. “Our current medical staff and team members are fortunate to be among the many that he trained.”
Hospital colleagues cheer during Friday's event.
Hospital colleagues cheer during Friday's event.
Colleague and dermatologist Dr. Paula Karol began working with Dr. Bigby in 2008.
“Dr. Bigby was an excellent teacher,” she said. “I was in awe of how much he knew. We would be in and out of the patient room before I even had a chance to formulate the history, never mind the differential diagnosis.”
Dr. Karol noted Dr. Bigby’s conciseness, confidence and expertise.
“When patients asked for my opinion of Dr. Bigby, which they often did, I would tell them that he is the best in this field, that I depend on him, and if I needed care, he would be my first choice,” she said, wiping away a tear.
With wife Rosamaria Corona
With wife Rosamaria Corona
Dr. Bigby thanked his colleagues and family, and the Island for welcoming him.
“I used to look forward to getting down [to the Portuguese American Club] on time on Thursdays to be able to have fish fry and then work a hard day on Friday,” he said. “I got to know and interact with a lot of local people who work on the Island, many of whom work here at the hospitals.”
At the retirement ceremony, a portrait of Dr. Bigby created by Vineyard artist Elizabeth Whalen was unveiled.
“It’s been a labor of love for me,” Dr. Bigby said. “I did enjoy every moment of it and I’ll really miss it.”
Comments
Congratulations! Thank you
Jo-Ann West TisburyCongratulations! Thank you for many years of care. Will miss you.
Dr Bigby is in fact not only
Joseph Burkett ChilmarkDr Bigby is in fact not only a great dermatologist but also a great man and will be missed by so many but his legacy will live on and we were fortunate to have him on MV
Best of luck on your retirement and thanks for being there for me!
JB
Chilmark
Congratulations Dr. Bigby!
Shelley Christiansen Oak BluffsCongratulations Dr. Bigby! Though my consultation experience with you was long ago and brief, it makes me smile to this day. Thank you for your analysis (nailed it), spirit and cool bow ties.
Dr. Michael Bigby, What
Ann Heron & Tom Prendergast Sarasota, FL formerly EdgartownDr. Michael Bigby: What others missed, he thankfully picked up! A blessing for us... Within all his intellect & depth of knowledge was a delightful wry sense of humor. Thank you & may you enjoy your well-deserved retirement. Our best wishes, Ann & Tom
He was an excellent,
Kimberly Kirk EdgartownHe was an excellent, brilliant clinician. Thank you for your care of my family. You will be missed.
Knew Mike from HHS wher he
Mima ScKnew Mike from HHS wher he was an outstanding student and a very kind person.Congratulations on a great career and enjoy your retirement.
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