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@contentandwell Like most areas, where there are several major hospitals there are a variety of experiences. Here in Los Angeles area, besides UCLA Med Center, there is Keck USC, Cedars Sinai, Good Samaritan, Hoag Memorial, Huntington Memorial, and others. I think each has their own strengths. Myself, due to kidney issues, my preference is Keck USC or Cedars Sinai.
Ginger
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@gingerw
Good Morning!
Just as we investigate and research doctors, we should do the same with hospitals.
Hospitals are rated, too.
If you find a doctor you like, they will also provide the hospital the doctor is associated with.
Don't assume that just because you know the name of a hospital, that it is good.
Many hospitals have areas they specialize in, just like doctors.
Good Luck!
Here's to a pain free day!
Ronnie (GRANDMAr)
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@gingerw this is true, they do each have their own strengths. For my knee replacement I did not go to MGH, I went to Brigham and Women's which is a "partner hospital" with MGH. My ortho there is wonderful and I wanted him to do the surgery.
Here I am, not that far from Boston, but I consider the hospital care here to be horrible after having been in there about 3 times prior to my liver transplant. I hope to never have to go there again. I told my husband if I was ever in an emergency situation to get me there and then have them send me by ambulance to MGH. Interestingly, I have been through the ER department there and I thought they were good. It's just their inpatient care that is sadly lacking.
JK