I was admitted UpstateUniversity Hospital in Syracuse NY. After the flurry of activity in ER I was sent to the Neuro- trama Unit on 9e with a #7 cervical fracture and a damaged #1 lumbar. Age 73 not a good time for broken bones, but I had the good fortune tohave Megan S. Keady as one of my nurses.
Meg's level of professionalism, without being overbearing or officious, was immediately apparent. After seeing to my needs she made sure thatmy wife's needs were met in the way of bedding, where to shower, and in general where things were in the hospital. Meg'swillingness to put me at ease by engaging in conversation with me or my wife; to make light of some small thing or even to tell a storyon herself that had a funny twist. She was a star at getting me to laugh and in general to get my mind off of the dilemma I was in here in the hospital bed notable to move or turn my head. Her extra efforts I am sure sped up the healing process as well as an overall positive approach about my injury as the circumstances allowed.
Twelve hours on duty make for a longday, especially in winter when you have to drive from Skaneateles on icy snow blown roads going to and from workin the dark. Each and every day Meg was just as bright and helpful at the end of her shift as she was at the beginning of it.
Meg always conveyed the power of a positive outlook which is contributory to healing. In a sentence Meg is one of those individualsthat can and do make a difference. Thanks Meg you will not soon be forgotten.