C Quinn

Review of Holmes Regional Medical Center

In December my, awesomely thorough, primary care p...

In December my, awesomely thorough, primary care physician, Dr. Fadigan order a CT for me. Due to my family history and the change in my cholesterol. Surprise, there was a mass in the upper right lobe of my lung. After seeing an in oncologist and having some other tests I then had a PET scan. 2.5mm mass that was metabolically active.
Subsequently, I was referred to Dr. James Thornton who sent me for a CT guided biopsy. It was determined I had a carcinoidal tumor of the lung. We set a date for an open thoracotomy for Feb 21st. I was in the hospital for six days with two chest tubes and in a lot of discomfort. I always felt that Dr Thornton and his wonderful team had my best interests at heart.
Throughout all the tests I had, X-ray s , CT s and respiratory treatments I was treated with nothing but kindness from the fabulous staff. Everyone from the lady who cleaned my room,
the sweet young man from dietary and the CNA s were so pleasant and caring. The nurses were exceptional! There was not a person who entered my room who did not make the hospital look exemplary.
I wish you could look back at my chart and let all these people know just how much I appreciated them!! Sorry I can t remember names - I may have been taking a few happy pills to take the edge off the pain!
Sincerely,
Cathleen Quinn