What a nightmare being admitted to the hospital again, but so good to read that this time it resulted in being seen by the same doctor who was really taking care of you until the wounds have healed. I could feel the relief when reading.
It was soooooo hard. But it's what also drives me to share my story now, including all the gory details. If I can help one person, going through something similar, to feel less alone then my job is done.
Thanks for sharing - I enjoyed reading this (sounds a bit weird to say that actually, since it was obviously not an enjoyable time for you). Thanks for being vulnerable and open
Thank you so much Michelle. I have the same conflict as I often want to ask if someone has ‘enjoyed’ my post and realise that word just doesn't fit with the type of topic I often write about. But I'm very happy to know you enjoyed it! 🤗
I am reminded again how very fortunate i was - that my son cancelled everything to supervise my care in hospital; that when I was released (I think the word's discharged but it felt like the end of a six week gaol sentence) he carried me upstairs and stayed - and when he had to leave my daughter came - We had no dogs or other parents to cook for; it wasn't Christmas.
And like you my own version of Dr Handsome (Pink Shirt) took me under his wing - for a whole year and he's still there should I ever email him.
The GP services (local doctors) could not have been worse or more careless but Dr Pink Shirt gets my vote if ever he runs for world leader.
Eventually going to see him
in out patients clinics felt like meeting up with my dad as a teenager after a tricky weekend on the booze.
Thank goodness for Dr Handsome, Jacqui. It makes such a difference when medics "join the dots" properly and someone takes responsibility for your care and recovery.
You're so right Wendy. He was such a rock star - I'll be forever grateful to him. He also had a wonderful nurse in his wound clinic who was there every time I went. That continuity of care, by people you had time to build a relationship with, was so valuable. When I finally didn't need to go anymore it felt like I was leaving two friends behind who genuinely cared about my wellbeing and recovery.
What a wonderful team Dr Handsome and his nurse, that consistency of care was so important for you, and yet it seems to be a rare thing these days. I believe we have got it wrong medical care!
Totally agree Sue. I think that these two people are unicorns. I was so very lucky to meet them and they genuinely cared about me as a person and were rooting for my successful recovery.
What a nightmare being admitted to the hospital again, but so good to read that this time it resulted in being seen by the same doctor who was really taking care of you until the wounds have healed. I could feel the relief when reading.
Thanks Sigrid. It made such a difference. He was a total superhero!
Wow , it’s so harrowing what you endured! I can’t even imagine.
It was soooooo hard. But it's what also drives me to share my story now, including all the gory details. If I can help one person, going through something similar, to feel less alone then my job is done.
So true !
Thanks for sharing - I enjoyed reading this (sounds a bit weird to say that actually, since it was obviously not an enjoyable time for you). Thanks for being vulnerable and open
Thank you so much Michelle. I have the same conflict as I often want to ask if someone has ‘enjoyed’ my post and realise that word just doesn't fit with the type of topic I often write about. But I'm very happy to know you enjoyed it! 🤗
I am reminded again how very fortunate i was - that my son cancelled everything to supervise my care in hospital; that when I was released (I think the word's discharged but it felt like the end of a six week gaol sentence) he carried me upstairs and stayed - and when he had to leave my daughter came - We had no dogs or other parents to cook for; it wasn't Christmas.
And like you my own version of Dr Handsome (Pink Shirt) took me under his wing - for a whole year and he's still there should I ever email him.
The GP services (local doctors) could not have been worse or more careless but Dr Pink Shirt gets my vote if ever he runs for world leader.
Eventually going to see him
in out patients clinics felt like meeting up with my dad as a teenager after a tricky weekend on the booze.
Steadying.
Science and love combined save lives.
Great work Jacqui - be well!
Love hearing about your experience Cherry, it's always so relatable! Dr Pink Shirt and Dr Handsome would certainly make the best superhero duo. 🤗
Thank goodness for Dr Handsome, Jacqui. It makes such a difference when medics "join the dots" properly and someone takes responsibility for your care and recovery.
You're so right Wendy. He was such a rock star - I'll be forever grateful to him. He also had a wonderful nurse in his wound clinic who was there every time I went. That continuity of care, by people you had time to build a relationship with, was so valuable. When I finally didn't need to go anymore it felt like I was leaving two friends behind who genuinely cared about my wellbeing and recovery.
What a wonderful team Dr Handsome and his nurse, that consistency of care was so important for you, and yet it seems to be a rare thing these days. I believe we have got it wrong medical care!
Totally agree Sue. I think that these two people are unicorns. I was so very lucky to meet them and they genuinely cared about me as a person and were rooting for my successful recovery.