[Vision2020] Gritman's Incompetence on CNN

Sun Sep 30 14:17:16 PDT 2007

My wife and I are more than thankful for Gritman's presence here in Moscow.

On a Sunday morning in June of 2006 my wife was struggling just to climb a
few stairs.  I rushed her over to Gritman Medical Center where she was
diagnosed with extreme, life-threatening pneumonia.  Her lungs were at less
than 30% capacity.  The Gritman staff immediately dispatched EMTs to our
apartment to do some sort of oxygen check.  Our apartment was given a clean
bill of health.  It was determined that her doctor at the time had
prescribed the wrong medicine in the wrong dosage for an ongoing ailment she
has had for a long time.

Needless to say, we changed doctors rather quickly after Rodna had been
released after having spent ten days in Gritman's ICU and six days in their
critical care unit. 

As far as I am concerned, I and Rodna will be forever thankful to Gritman
and their professionally caring staff for being here in Moscow.  The
alternative is simply to scary to consider.

Tom Hansen

Moscow, Idaho

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From: vision2020-bounces at moscow.com [mailto:vision2020-bounces at moscow.com]
On Behalf Of Betsy Dickow
Sent: Sunday, September 30, 2007 1:55 PM
To: Sue Hovey
Cc: 'vision2020'
Subject: Re: [Vision2020] Gritman's Incompetence on CNN

I can testify, happily and with gratitude beyond words, that I am alive
because of Gritman Hospital.  Once again, heartfelt thanks to everyone at
Gritman and their staff, administrators, and board members.

Betsy Dickow

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From: Sue Hovey <mailto:suehovey at moscow.com>  

To: keely emerinemix <mailto:kjajmix1 at msn.com>  ; donald
<mailto:donaldrose at cpcinternet.com>  huskey ; 'vision2020'
<mailto:vision2020 at moscow.com>  

Sent: Saturday, September 29, 2007 11:00 PM

Subject: Re: [Vision2020] Gritman's Incompetence on CNN

Over the past 30 or so years every member of my family has been in Gritman
hospital for some treatment or another, and all 3 of our grandchildren were
born there.  I have always appreciated the care given to the most important
people in my life.  Had I had any reason to suspect other than outstanding
treatment from highly accomplished medical personnel, I would have taken
them somewhere else, but I had no reason to do that.  I have confidence in
the care the Gritman staff provides to the citizens of this area and I
continue to be grateful we have a facility to meet our needs--one that
continues to provide additional services to this community as the medical
center continues to grow. 

Sue Hovey 

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From: keely emerinemix <mailto:kjajmix1 at msn.com>  

To: donald <mailto:donaldrose at cpcinternet.com>  huskey ; 'vision2020'
<mailto:vision2020 at moscow.com>  

Sent: Friday, September 28, 2007 9:24 PM

Subject: Re: [Vision2020] Gritman's Incompetence on CNN

I'll "avoid Gritman," as Donovan says, by eating healthy, exercising, not
smoking, not drinking too much, and flossing every night.  Should those
things fail me, though, and I need hospitalization, or should something
sudden come up, you can bet I'll be heading down Main Street.  Not "in spite
of Gritman's reputation," but because of it.

keely

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From: donaldrose at cpcinternet.com
To: vision2020 at moscow.com
Date: Fri, 28 Sep 2007 21:14:58 -0700
Subject: Re: [Vision2020] Gritman's Incompetence on CNN

We are blessed by the presence of Gritman Hospital in our community. If and
when Donovan's  accomplishments equal even a thousandth part of the
contribution that Gritman Hospital, its staff and board members have made
for over a hundred years, then perhaps he will have some credibility in his
vague, ill-founded complaints.  I am beyond pity for you, (and even beyond
disgust) Donovan, but for your own sake, and  to retain even a modicum of
self-respect, knock it the hell off.  

Rose Huskey 

-----Original Message-----
From: vision2020-bounces at moscow.com [mailto:vision2020-bounces at moscow.com]
On Behalf Of Betsy Dickow
Sent: Friday, September 28, 2007 8:30 PM
To: 'vision2020'
Subject: Re: [Vision2020] Gritman's Incompetence on CNN

Donovan,

I'm sorry you get such pleasure out of dissing the hospital and many other
organizations and individuals.  No one is perfect, and that includes you.

Give us a break and a little peace from your  constant negativity please.

Betsy 

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From: Donovan <mailto:donovanjarnold2005 at yahoo.com>  Arnold 

To: vision2020 at moscow.com 

Sent: Friday, September 28, 2007 6:44 PM

Subject: [Vision2020] Gritman's Incompetence on CNN

Gritman's incompetence now hits National News!

http://www.cnn.com/video/#/video/offbeat/2007/09/28/bishop.not.dead.yet.kxly

I want to remind people, avoid Gritman whenever possible. 

Some might explain this as a simple clerical error. But if this guy was a
diabetic, allergic to certain medications, or taking medications that could
react badly to a medication administered because they have the wrong record,
it could be fatal. 

Basic 101 treatment is ALWAYS first ask, "Do I have the right person?" This
has to be checked with birth date and/or social security number. 

Nurses get fired and could lose their license for this type of error. 

Best,

Donovan

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