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HRMC praised for patient care

To the Editor:

This is in praise of our new hospital, “new” meaning the Haywood Regional Medical Center, now run by Duke University and Lifepoint.

A couple of weeks ago, I had total hip replacement surgery, done by Surgeon Dr. Gerald King. He is superb! He also is a kind, compassionate, caring man who has genuine concerns about the welfare of his patients (I’m now calling him St. Gerald!).

The nursing staff of the fifth floor orthopedic wing was terrific. The anesthesiologist was terrific. The lady who cleaned rooms was terrific. The cafeteria staff was terrific. The physical therapist was terrific (and a special thanks to Mitch, the taxi driver.)

The picture is clear, is it not? You don’t need to go to Asheville. We have a great hospital right here.

Thanks to all.

JoAnna Swanson

Waynesville

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