It's too bad the highest rating is only five stars...

It's too bad the highest rating is only five stars! I spent 38 days on the Med/Surg floor during June and July of 2015. I received superlative care from the nurses, as well as from the doctors who have privileges at Avista. The hospital itself is very clean; the rooms are comfortable and cheerful. The nursing staff are the folks who literally held my hand when I was depressed about having to be in hospital so long. The nurses were very responsive when I had pain; they took time to take me outside, so I wasn't spending absolutely every day inside. They did all they could to make me comfortable. They were consistent in making sure that they checked my wrist band before giving me any meds. I highly, highly recommend Avista, and would not consider going elsewhere. Not only is the staff professional and efficient, but they are some of the kindest men and women I've ever met in my life.