Bob Jones

Review of RWJ Somerset

I m not using my real name for privacy issues but ...

I m not using my real name for privacy issues but I am a 49 year old male that recently had to take a trip to the ER as I was experiencing some distress at home while exercising. My history includes anxiety and unfortunately some panic attacks, but no known cardiac issues. Since this happened while doing some exercise and it scared me enough to head to the ER at around 1030pm. My wife tried to convince me that more than likely I just triggered a big panic attack while on treadmill which hasn t happened to me before as they usually happen at rest! Anyhow I was surprised at how quiet and composed he ER waiting room was, not much of a crowd thankfully. After a temperature check a very nice nurse came out and led back for a 12 lead EKG which was normal thank God. Then back to another area where a different nurse took some history and details of what brought me there. Again very nice and understanding. I was then met by a PA named Rick who immediately sympathized with my overall situation and commended me for taking the trip there. As a man basically the same age as me he related to everything I was talking about. Then I was off to a chest X-ray and blood work to check for cardiac enzymes ( the presence of them indicate acute cardiac tissue damage apparently ). Blood work was normal as was the chest X-ray. Before I left I spoke again with Rick talking about how this covid thing has really knocked me for a loop ( lost my job, watching young kids at home, added tensions and such ) again he listened and understood and had zero judgment of me or my situation. I then walked out and that was that. Now I m waiting for the bill! Hopefully it won t be too much. For me this was a great and comforting experience. Good job to everyone who helped me. Thank you