Albany Stratton VA Medical Center

Medical team for acute inpatient stay was excellent. Internal medicine, endocrinology, and pharmacist took the time to explain everything and answered any questions. So thankful for everyone. The nurse, Heather on 8th floor was exceptional she was caring and very helpful. His aides and helpers were also wonderful. Thank you to VA for your dedicated team in helping our veterans.

I had cataract eye surgery today and my experience from start to finish was nothing but excellent, going from check in at the Ambulatory Surgery unit, to prep, to the surgery itself and to the recovery! Clarice Cabahug(excuse the spelling) handled my prep and recovery with total professionalism and care. She carefully explained every step of the way and performed her procedures excellently. I met with each member of the surgical and anesthesia teams prior to the surgery, with each explaining their individual roles in a courteous and caring manner. Once ready for surgery, Maureen brought me to the or, again fully explaining her role. Once in the OR I was introduce to each of the team members, who made me comfortable and put me at ease for the procedure. (The wedge pillow made all the difference in my comfort level and the team needs to be provided with more of these). My recovery period went extremely well, again as Clarice talked me through that process and sent me home feeling very confident in the care that I was given! I also want to give a big thumbs up to Dr. Robert Thomson, who performed the surgery and his attending Dr. Jonathan Nickel! I was able to have my follow-up with Dr. Thompson later that afternoon and again the staff in the clinic were professional and caring. Dr. Thompson explained the follow-up home care and answered all of my questions. I had an outstanding experience today at the Albany Stratton VA. Thank you to all of the outstanding team members!

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