I am a medical office manager. My husband is a Family physician. Just prior to Christmas 2021 I came down with cold like symptoms. I was preparing for a large family gathering and had to cancel. I did not have a fever but I did have a cough. I had good days and bad days. On the evening of Jan 2nd I started to feel worse. I got up from bed to go to the bathroom. I passed out in the bathroom. My husband and daughter began CPR and called 911. I have a few memories after that but not many until Feb.22. I do remember being alone a lot and not being allowed to communicate with my husband.

on Feb 22 2022, a RT named “Sharon” came into my room. She said, “I do not believe she needs to be intubated. She said I was being over medicated. She wanted me weened off of all drugs and transitioned to room air. She came in frequently to check on me. She said “Cyndee, do you trust me.” I quickly transitioned to room air and came out of my coma. Feb 22nd 2022. The attending physician asked me the date. He asked me if I knew where I was. I answered yes. No deficiencies, no memory issues, no brain damage.

My feet were evaluated by several podiatrists. I had a cardiovascular consult. The suggestion was made that I should have my feet amputated. One cardiovascular surgeon said she has great circulation why amputate her feet will heal. While at St Vincent’s nothing was done to help my feet.

On March 3rd I was moved to a skilled nursing facility. I was paralyzed from the neck down and needed help with all personal care including eating. The admitting PA at the nursing home never did a H and P upon admission. I’ve read the nursing home notes which are filled with lies and inaccuracies. Items were charted that ever occurred all for the sake of turning a profit. Lies about my health including saying I’m diabetic which I am not continue to affect my post accuse care. Our Medical system is seriously flawed. People are not herd animals. We are all unique. Not even “One size fits most” applies.

I still face the possibility of having some toes removed and not being able to walk again. I take baby steps everyday with the help of several para professionals. Facing new challenges everyday. My family documented everything. I can provide ICU pictures and pictures of my damaged feet