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Ellis cardiac unit there with the best of them

    When my husband failed his cardiac stress test a few weeks ago, my immediate thought was that if he needed cardiac surgery, St. Peter’s Hospital in Albany would be our best choice. This decision was based on word of mouth, newspaper articles and TV promos recognizing their expertise in this field. Then, as circumstances would dictate, my husband’s cardiac catheterization at Schenectady’s Ellis Hospital indicated the need for immediate admission and bypass surgery. We had no choice but to remain right where we were.
    From admission to surgery to ICU to the A5 cardiac unit, we could not have had better care. Everyone involved — physicians, nurses, support staff — administered exemplary professional, empathetic and gentle care, giving us reassurance and peace of mind during a most anxiety-filled time.
    My purpose in writing this is to help make everyone aware of what a treasure we have right here in Schenectady. Although the staff and administration of Ellis Hospital has had to contend with recent mergers, budgetary constraints and the myriad problems all hospitals face, it has managed to put together a first-class cardiac medical/surgical unit. We are grateful for their presence in our community.

    ANITA M. HAUGEN
    Glenville

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Very well oiled machine.....it is a good thing.....

Imagine that ... they're finally getting their act together.  

It was sure a different story for the past 12 months as far as I'm concerned - and several others in this forum.

Only talking specifically about Cardiac unit......always been their 'baby'.......