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| - Was booked very quickly for an endoscopy. I was absolutely TERRIFIED about the procedure. I pictured gagging as doctors tried to force a camera down my throat. I couldn't have been more wrong. I was completely asleep during the procedure itself. When I woke up, it was all over.
The staff were incredible. Everywhere I went, I was greeted very pleasantly. My initial nurse, Pamela, was probably one of the nicest people I have ever encountered. She calmed my fears and explained the procedure very clearly to me, all while making me smile. I almost hugged her. When I was brought into the procedure room, the anesthetist kept me calm by talking to me while she inserted the IV (I hate needles). She was also very sweet and kind to me. She sprayed a very gross tasting spray to freeze my throat, all while apologizing for it's horribleness. They had me turn on my side, and then I was gone. I woke up in recovery, and the nurses came to check on me. When I had come to my senses, I was moved to a chair and given apple juice. They kept me updated about when my doctor would get to me to explain the results.
I can't say enough good things about the staff in that unit. I felt very comforted and well taken care of. For someone who had nightmares days leading up to the procedure, they were a dream come true!
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