That’s because we are the community’s hospital. We’re committed to providing safe, high quality healthcare services; the very latest in technology from digital mammography to state-of-the-art cancer care; and above all, physicians and staff who are dedicated to our patients and families. It’s an approach that works.
And that’s why people are talking about Newberry Hospital. Here are just a few things that your neighbors, friends and family members are saying...
Rosemarie C. Dickert
I was frightened when diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer in my left breast February 2009, but after a lumpectomy and radiation, I thought I was home free.
Then in October 2009, after a follow-up mammogram, I was devastated to hear that cancer was again in my life—stage 3 in the right breast. It was decided by my oncologist that Chemo be administered to shrink the cancer before surgery to remove my breast in hopes of achieving the best overall outcome. From the moment I walked in the door at Infusion & Oncology (at Newberry County Memorial Hospital) I knew that I was in the place I needed to be. The staff appeared capable and ready to help me. I was scared, and they eased my fear. They focused on what was needed to care for my body as well as my mind. Depression was my enemy, and they were my warriors to defeat it.
Every three weeks I was infused with chemicals that would end up taking my hair, my appetite and sometimes test my faith and shake my peace of mind. Six rounds, four months of Chemo. As sick as Chemo made me, I was always ready to get that next treatment. I knew it was one step closer to ridding my body of cancer. My daughter sat with me during my treatments, except on one occasion, at which time my granddaughter and my daughter-in-law did. My family was always welcomed and treated with respect. Even though space was limited, it was an important part of my treatment and the staff acknowledged that.
As I sat there for 3 hours receiving Chemo on one day and 3 hours the next day receiving fluids you could not help but notice the care and compassion shown to the other patients. We were all there for different reasons and different treatment but were all made to feel just as important as the person sitting next to you. I survived Chemo and had a mastectomy in March 2010.I am now receiving radiation protocol. I will never forget that experience, but most of all, I will never forget the people who administered my treatment cancer and became my friends in the process. I know they will probably say they were just doing their job. Melanie, Susan, Niki & Katrina (who sometimes helped out) are the warmest, most compassionate and professional people I have had the pleasure to treat and take care of me during a most difficult time in my life. They will always have a special place in my heart. Newberry County Memorial Hospital is so very fortunate to have these women as a part of its staff.
From mammography to biopsy to treatment, the staff at Newberry County Memorial Hospital demonstrated professionalism and compassion.
Tomoka Ward (Newberry)
“Because of a painful and embarrassing medical condition, my life was basically on hold. Then I met Dr. Smyth…My periods were excessive. It wasn’t unusual to use a three-month supply of protection in one week. I would have to stay close to home and take a change of clothes to work in case of an accident. I missed work a lot because of the terrible pain. Since I had my procedure (an endometrial ablation) with Dr. Smyth, it’s been great. I’m not in pain. I don’t have any more excessive bleeding. My life is so much better. I would definitely recommend this procedure and Dr. Smyth to anyone.”
Harold Terry of Cross Hill, SC says...
"The cancer treatment here in Newberry is excellent. I can’t say enough about Dr. Madden and Dr. Ezekiel. The NCMH nurses in Chemo are my earth angels—not my heavenly angels—my earth angels. I’m amazed how I can come in some days feeling so bad and come out smiling. I never thought I would look forward to coming to treatment, but I do. They have done everything humanly possible at the hospital to make me feel better. They go above and beyond."
Pick Riser and his daughter Pam Branham of Pomaria...
"We have three generations of family who have gone to NCMH and used Palmetto Bone and Joint for orthopedic care. I've had three surgeries with the doctors, and my daughter, Pam (Branham), has had two. Now my granddaughter is going to them. The Palmetto Bone and Joint doctors have a calming bedside manner and they tell you what they are going to do before they do it. We know the staff at the hospital and we trust them. The Palmetto Bone and Joint doctors and NCMH staff have been good to us. It's now a family affair".
Karen Kinard of Newberry says...
“I came to the Newberry Hospital ER thinking it was my appendix. It turned out to be a bowel obstruction. The hospital didn’t waste any time getting Dr. Brown in. I really liked the way he talked with me; he was so calm. He told me what to expect and asked if I had any questions. After surgery, Dr. Brown visited me every morning. I was so pleased. The whole experience—the ER, Dr. Brown and the hospital—were great. I would recommend Dr. Brown and our hospital to anyone.”
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