Ode of Praise to Dr. Hays

Dr. Hays is a very gentle man.
Tries to allay our fears as best he can.
Gives the numbing needle time to work,
So when he does his job, we don't go berserk.
His crew is as gentle as is their boss.
If you are cranky, they dare not be cross.
His motto is "Come see my smiling face.
For the torture you'll have, I leave not a trace."
You will smile broadly, the world to see,
The marvelous change he has made in thee.
You'll leave happy, no tear in your eye,
With a smile from ear to ear, a gracious good-bye.
                           Patient - Violet (October 2004)