Words That Describe Us: Volume 57

Aetna Ambulance Service, Inc. - Ambulance Service of Manchester, LLC.MANCHESTER and HARTFORD — Aetna Ambulance and ASM send Patient and Customer Satisfaction Surveys to a random sampling of patients who have received emergency or STAT inter-facility services from our companies.

The final question in the survey asks “Do you have any suggestions on how we can improve our service?” And, “Please use one word to describe us.”

Some of the answers/responses included:

  • Caring.
  • Wonderful EMTs, put me at ease.
  • Efficient + competent, professional, comforting. Very nice. (15-26436; K. King, A. Fine).
  • Thank goodness for you. (15-31147; S. Norton, C. Masslon).
  • Crew was courteous + professional + careful with my Mom.
  • Very good.
  • Compassionate + empathetic – great team.
  • Very professional and highly skilled.
  • Courteously professional.
  • Professional + caring.
  • Great!
  • Professional, skilled, compassionate.
  • Professional – caring – careful of my 95 year old mom.
  • Compassionate, caring, knowledgeable, courteous. (15-32391; S. Norton, J. Hornish).
  • Kept me positive, safe & comfortable J (15-29160; S. Crittenden, B. Langan).
  • Comforting, assuring, kind, gentle, skilled, professional. (15-34834; S. Norton, S. Shirshac with Manchester Fire Rescue EMS).
  • Very professional + took my injury seriously.
  • Excellent!
  • Professional + caring.
  • Professional.
  • Efficient, caring and courteous. (15-30398; G. Kendall, L. Adamowich).
  • Very professional + caring.
  • Upbeat and helpful.
  • Pleasant and thoughtful – attitude lowered my apprehensions. (15-28277; T. Houle, R. Fraley).
  • Professional and friendly.
  • Prompt + professional.
  • The paramedic…seemed knowledgeable of my issue with low calcium levels.
  • Professional + caring.
  • Complete team available to help. Decisive. A big “THANK YOU” to the entire service, Ambulance, Paramedics, fire engine and police car!! (15-35393; J. Bonneau, L. Mazzoni with 8th District and Manchester Fire Rescue EMS).

Thank You Card to ASM’s Rob Bilodeau and Joe Startup

SOUTH WINDSOR — In early June, 2015 ASM received another heartfelt Thank You card directed to ASM Paramedic Rob Bilodeau and EMT Joe Startup. The card reads:

Bilodeau and Startup Card“Dear Sirs:

I wish to thank the 2 men who helped me so much the night of March 13th. They transported me all the way from South Windsor to Backus Hospital at my request. They could not have been kinder and more respectful then they were. I feel they saved my life. It seems I had double pneumonia and heart problems brought on by becoming very ill and being 80 years old. I went from the healthiest 80 year old to the sickest 80 year old in just two days. How wonderful for me that such men [worked on] this ambulance.”

Words That Describe Us: Volume 56

Aetna Ambulance Service, Inc. - Ambulance Service of Manchester, LLC.MANCHESTER and HARTFORD — Aetna Ambulance and ASM send Patient and Customer Satisfaction Surveys to a random sampling of patients who have received emergency or STAT inter-facility services from our companies.

The final question in the survey asks “Do you have any suggestions on how we can improve our service?” And, “Please use one word to describe us.”

Some of the answers/responses included:

  • Competent, friendly + concerned, professional. Thank you so much!
  • Very good.
  • Thank you – my husband doesn’t remember the ambulance – but it seemed you did a good job.
  • Wonderful!! Thanks guys!!
  • Efficient.
  • Professional, concerned.
  • Professional.
  • I was in great pain and happy to see you arrive. I felt secure in your hands. Thanks!
  • Very professional.
  • Caring.
  • Calm Confident Personable Friendly
  • Excellent x 2.
  • They made me feel safe.
  • Very caring with a lot of respect. (15-26933; M. Tuttle, S. Yenco).
  • All was good. I will use you again and would tell everyone I know to use you. The Paramedics were a comfort. They made me feel so good. (15-28199; J. Rassmussen, T. Luetjen).
  • We appreciate all of your help with everyone on the crew. (15-28920; S. DeBarge, L. McHugh with Manchester Fire Rescue EMS).
  • Professional/caring/friendly.
  • Fabulous! Everyone was kind and assuring, making me feel safe. Was much appreciated at the time. (15-26927; S. Norton, J. Startup with East Hartford Fire Department).
  • The crew was great. Professional, friendly.
  • Very personable + “upbeat” personalities, making a scary situation easier, while making me feel secure. (15-27322; K. Russell, S. Boutot with Manchester Fire Rescue EMS).
  • Comforting. Capable. We were in good hands. We felt cared for. (15-29282; R. Houser, J. Martinez).
  • Concern + passion about the person.
  • They were great.
  • The vehicle + personnel were most professional.
  • Very good.

Words That Describe Us: Volume 55

Aetna Ambulance Service, Inc. - Ambulance Service of Manchester, LLC.MANCHESTER and HARTFORD — Aetna Ambulance and ASM send Patient and Customer Satisfaction Surveys to a random sampling of patients who have received emergency or STAT inter-facility services from our companies.

The final question in the survey asks “Do you have any suggestions on how we can improve our service?” And, “Please use one word to describe us.”

Some of the answers/responses included:

  • My husband and I would like to thank Paramedics for saving our daughter’s life. Thank you for coming to our house very quickly and taking care of our [daughter]. Truly appreciated! (15-15010; T. Salva, J. Basora).
  • Caring and adept!
  • Compassionate.
  • Caring people.
  • Crew was very focused and professional. I thank the crew for their speedy response since time is of the essence with heart related patients. (15-23386; M. Levasseur, M. Khan).
  • Competent and professional.
  • Sensitive – caring.
  • Professional x 3.
  • My ambulance crew was very caring and attentive. (15-23802; M. Tuttle, N. Raiola).
  • Satisfied.
  • Excellent. [Patient] has been transported several times this year and the family is very pleased with the service provided by all. (Patient lives in East Hartford).
  • Excellent. I am fortunate to live in Manchester with such great EMS.
  • Caring, polite and professional. (15-22679; T. Oliver, S. DeBarge with East Hartford Fire Department).
  • “Excellent”
  • Calm – reassuring.
  • Very nice. Talked about family.
  • Very Good.
  • Professional, caring.
  • Tech riding in the back with me was VERY nice + professional. (15-24803; A. Harkins).
  • Life saving.
  • Very kind. Very handsome! 🙂 Made sure I was comfortable. M + N took great care of me! (15-24193; M. Tuttle, N. Raiola).
  • Good ride. Crew was excellent. Very enjoyable.
  • Efficient.
  • Very professional.
  • One of the best professionals at their services. (15-26017; P. Gleason, S. Gregg).

To: Mom’s Heroes — Praise for ASM’s Tim Houle and Mikhail Khan

MANCHESTER — In early May, 2015 ASM received a heartfelt Thank You card directed to ASM Paramedic Tim Houle and EMT Mikhail Khan. The card reads:

Moms Heroes To: Mom’s Heroes

I want to thank the both of you from the bottom of my heart. To the [Paramedic] who worked directly to my mom – Thank you. We almost lost her after being intubated – She was breathing 0% on her own – 24 hours later, the tube came out and she was breathing 100% on her own. Her odds were slim – yet a miracle occurred.

To the EMT that drove – Thank you so much for your kindness and emotional support. You helped me remain centered and clam which facilitated quick decisions in the ER.

Sincerely,

[Patient’s daughter]

PS – This card is to be directed to the two who responded to the Revolution Bowling Alley call on May X, 2015 in South Windsor, CT. My mom will be moving on to rehab at St. Mary Home in West Hartford.

Kudos from the Cath Lab: Volume 13

Aetna Paramedic receives Kudos from the Cath LabHARTFORD — During April 2015, ASM Paramedic David White and his AEMT partner, Al Pardi, responded to a medical call in Stafford with Stafford Ambulance. The EKG was indicative of a STEMI and Dave wirelessly transmitted the 12-lead EKG to Hartford Hospital, activating their cardiac catherization lab from the field. (#15-29463). The following are comments provided by Hartford Hospital’s Dr. Marcin Dada with some acronyms and patient information removed:

Congratulations everyone on a great care of this antero-lateral STEMI pt last Sunday.

STEMI Ambulance Service of Manchester Pre-hospital EKG TransmissionThis patient was brought to HH by ASM (prehospital ECG was sent and communicated to the ED attending: Dr. Herbst)

While in the ER, patient arrested with return of spontaneous circulation… and was brought to the Cardiac Catheterization Lab.

In a nut shell:

1) HH D2B Time = 77 min (off hrs, Sun 3 AM)

1) STEMI Total Ischemia Time = 115 min

In particular, we would like to recognize the teams involved:

1) HH Team – Dr Hirst, Engles and the Cath Lab team – W. Arcisz, D. Jordan, F. Natale.

STEMI Ambulance Service of Manchester Pre-hospital EKG Transmission B2) HH ER Team – Dr Herbst, and Snyder, and the ED team: M. Moquin, D, Phillips, S. Ferri.

3) and last but not least : ASM and Stafford Ambulance

Strong Work.

Regards,

Marcin Dada, MD

Co-Director, CPC

Hartford Hospital

Words That Describe Us: Volume 54

Aetna Ambulance Service, Inc. - Ambulance Service of Manchester, LLC.MANCHESTER and HARTFORD — Aetna Ambulance and ASM send Patient and Customer Satisfaction Surveys to a random sampling of patients who have received emergency or STAT inter-facility services from our companies.

The final question in the survey asks “Do you have any suggestions on how we can improve our service?” And, “Please use one word to describe us.”

Some of the answers/responses included:

  • They were absolutely amazing. Although I don’t know their names they should know I appreciate their service. They were kind and compassionate. Especially when I arrived in the ER at Hartford…When you’re not feeling well it’s great to be taken care of. Please let them know I’m very grateful for their service. They made me feel like they cared. Seems simple yet so many people just don’t care these days! Keep up the great work! I hope we’ll never meet in the ambulance again – but if so, they’d be my choice! 🙂 (15-11255; M. Levasseur, M. Sparks).
  • Excellent.
  • Very caring + skilled.
  • Extremely competent, skilled, proficient, caring, efficient. Very pleased with the entire experience/services rendered to my mother; I couldn’t have asked for better care from the Paramedics. Thank You!!! (15-18981; M. Campbell, S. Dybdahl).
  • The crew were great, could not have asked for a better group of young men. (15-20709; N. Toro, J. Platero).
  • Recent snow – steep driveway – carried me downstairs + hill. Excellent care. (15-8653; K. Beaulieu, B. Delgaizo).
  • Helpful.
  • Very professional.
  • The crew were excellent. Very caring.
  • Comforting in a time of desperation.
  • Excellent source of help.
  • Caring, informative, empathetic.
  • Very comforting to have them arrive so quickly.
  • Caring + professional.
  • Thank you for taking professional care of my daughter.
  • Caring, knowledgeable, efficient. (15-20119; V. Maston, J. Lentini, H. Carl).
  • The ambulance was called for my husband. I was very pleased with their care and their concern for me.
  • The two EMTs this time were considerate and kind.
  • Remarkable.
  • Professional and super qualified. (15-22877; G. Geres, M. Sparks).
  • They were very professional and did an excellent job,
  • Crew showed up very quickly – everything considered, a fine operation!

“The crew came totally prepared and handled the patient with compassion”

Adam Fine

ASM’s Adam Fine

ASM Crew: Adam Fine and Michael Hoyt

From a thank you note sent via email on May 3, 2015:

I want to take a minute to commend the crew that did a transfer the evening of 4/17/15 from Hartford Hospital to Hospital for Special Care in New Britain.

The elderly patient was extremely apprehensive and had breathing difficulties.  The crew came totally prepared and handled the patient with compassion and offered her a level of reassurance that made her more relaxed and less anxiety ridden. They even extended concern to the family as to whether they were familiar with the driving route to get to the new location.

Michael Hoyt

ASM’s Michael Hoyt

Again, often these acts of professionalism and kindness go unrecognized.  Just want to make sure the crew along with all emergency medical professionals know that they are appreciated.

Best regards,

SK

(family member of patient from #15-29135)

Words That Describe Us: Volume 53

Aetna Ambulance Service, Inc. - Ambulance Service of Manchester, LLC.MANCHESTER and HARTFORD — Aetna Ambulance and ASM send Patient and Customer Satisfaction Surveys to a random sampling of patients who have received emergency or STAT inter-facility services from our companies.

The final question in the survey asks “Do you have any suggestions on how we can improve our service?” And, “Please use one word to describe us.”

Some of the answers/responses included:

  • Skilled.
  • Very impressive. They were great. I don’t remember much.
  • Competent and comforting.
  • Very professional and thoughtful.
  • Great.
  • Helpful + reassuring.
  • Very professional and kind.
  • Excellent: Thank you!
  • Very professional, caring.
  • Very nice.
  • We were very happy with their service + appreciate their caring help. (15-13680; D. Pozniak, S. Yenco).
  • Caring, well organized & efficient (15-17246; G. Geres, S. Boutot).
  • Professional, caring, competent. Crews on [X] trip and [X] return home were wonderful to Dad and took great care of him. (B. Mathiau, D. Kapplan, P. Gleason, M. Hoyt).
  • The ambulance crew were very kind + took very good care of my wife. Thank you.
  • Professional, low key. (15-17217; A. Harkins, J. Monahan).
  • Attentive.
  • They are fantastic (15-17847; M. Buerk, P. Yakushchenko with Manchester Fire Rescue EMS).
  • Wonderful.
  • The team was caring, gentle and professional. Thank you for all you did for me. (15-17362; R. Davenport, C. Everest).
  • Great!
  • Professional, friendly, courteous. (15-18080; M. Tuttle, D. Tedeschi).
  • Professional/courteous.
  • Professional x 3.
  • Reassuring and efficient.
  • I am glad that I could choose the hospital I wanted to go to.
  • The ambulance attendance (sic) were very caring + supportive + comforting. Thank you.
  • Very comforting.
  • The two ladies that came were very nice and made my daughter feel comfortable and stress free. 1st experience ever with ambulance service. Have nothing bad to say. They came so fast…Very satisfied! (15-19133; G. Geres, S. Debarge).

Thank You Note for ‘Grace and Professionalism’

Ambulance Service of Manchester, LLC.April 6, 2015

Dear Ambulance Service of Manchester:

This is a Thank you note; the two young people you sent to take me from Johnson Memorial Hospital on January XX, 2015 were an absolute godsend. I’m just sorry I don;t know their names. They picked me up during a horrible snowstorm with the wind blowing and snow pelting down. Both of your employees were professional, considerate and had a combined sense of humor. I could have have asked for more in helping me get into my house after having had surgery 48 hours earlier. I am not the lightest patient in the world but they handled me with grace and professionalism….Please tell them [Patient Name] said Thank you and well done. They are a credit to your business which requires so many skills that cannot be taught; They have my appreciation.

Sincerely,

[Patient Name], Run Number 15-6828.

ASM Crew: Bill DelGaizo and Laura McHugh

Words That Describe Us: Volume 52

Aetna Ambulance Service, Inc. - Ambulance Service of Manchester, LLC.MANCHESTER and HARTFORD — Aetna Ambulance and ASM send Patient and Customer Satisfaction Surveys to a random sampling of patients who have received emergency or STAT inter-facility services from our companies.

The final question in the survey asks “Do you have any suggestions on how we can improve our service?” And, “Please use one word to describe us.”

Some of the answers/responses included:

  • Could not have been smoother. Thank you. Fast + competent service. (15-7495; S. Crittenden, N. Raiola).
  • Professional, courteous, made me feel safe and well care for. (15-12482; T. Salva, J. Basora)
  • Better than superb. I feel that your ambulance crew saved my life. I don’t have the words to thank you enough. Also, your dispatcher was extremely nice when my son called to get details. (15-19637; R. Bilodeau, J. Startup).
  • Professional and friendly.
  • Compassionate ambulance crew.
  • Great crew.
  • Professional, competent.
  • D + M were fabulous. M was the first [EMS Provider] that gave me a comfortable ride. I’ve had too many ambulance rides. (15-5103; D. Slomcinsky, M. Makulis).
  • Gave me and my husband peace of mind. Thank –u. God bless all of you. (15-12061; M. Hoyt, K. Baker, B. Krzynowek).
  • Great.
  • They kept me calm and at ease. [K. Russell] was very comforting. (15-8437; K. Russell, J. Bush).
  • Kind + caring + professional.
  • I didn’t ride with him but I know they were excellent here at our home and at the hospital. (15-13110; T. Oliver, S. Boutot).
  • EMT staff was great. Many thanks for their help. Please keep up the great work. (15-2044; J. Traber, C. Masslon).
  • Kind and very professional.
  • Very responsive to all questions ask[ed] by myself and they made me feel comfortable & safe. (15-15102; R. Balkun, A. Fine).
  • The crew was fantastic. Used a little humor when needed. Both EMTs were skilled and listened to my fears. I was so nauseated – the Paramedic took the time to start an IV + give me medicine prior to the ride to the hospital – so appreciated! Please let the Paramedics know how much I appreciated their care! (15-14073; R. Gonska, K. Mathiau).
  • Professional yet caring.
  • Very professional and caring.
  • “Doc” and partner were both professional and caring. They took my accident seriously and showed concern for me, which put me at ease. Thanks to both men!! (15-14439; M. Levasseur, J. Lentini).
  • Considerate and comforting.

Words That Describe Us: Volume 51

Aetna Ambulance Service, Inc. - Ambulance Service of Manchester, LLC.MANCHESTER and HARTFORD — Aetna Ambulance and ASM send Patient and Customer Satisfaction Surveys to a random sampling of patients who have received emergency or STAT inter-facility services from our companies.

The final question in the survey asks “Do you have any suggestions on how we can improve our service?” And, “Please use one word to describe us.”

Some of the answers/responses included:

  • Fabulous. The service has always been great since my husband was alive with Alzheimer’s, He had many trips but always great care. I had great care when I needed it. (15-5753; G. Geres, M. Sparks).
  • Professional + caring.
  • Caring Medical professionals.
  • Compassionate.
  • Very friendly. Professional.
  • Excellent, timely, professional, caring service!! The paramedic was experienced, reassuring and very professional. (15-8589; M. Levasseur).
  • Caring x 2.
  • The crew was very professional and sincere.
  • Professional said 7 times.
  • Made me feel comfortable in a stressful situation.
  • Professional yet personable.
  • Friendly + understanding.
  • I was very pleased with the service and thank everyone involved.
  • Efficient – Well Trained – Knowledgeable – Considerate. (15-9703; S. Norton, J. Hornish).
  • Patient, caring, careful, good listeners staff. (15-8729; S. Whalen, N. Foran).
  • Caring and professional.
  • As a director of health (retired) in a private school, I have used ambulance services for students, I can say with experience that the team who responded to me could not have been better. (15-10505; M. Osborne, N. Raiola with Manchester Fire Rescue EMS).
  • Everyone was polite and friendly.
  • Both were very wonderful to me. N. Raiola called my appt for me so I can cancel. I was very grateful for that also. Thanks so much. (15-11201; N. Raiola, G. Derosier).
  • Very nice.
  • Caring enough.
  • Thank you so much for your service!!!
  • The ambulance crew was very professional and showed concern for my mother’s privacy. (15-9096; K. Stock, T. Halligan).
  • Caring x 2.
  • Knowledgeable.

Words That Describe Us: Volume 50

Aetna Ambulance Service, Inc. - Ambulance Service of Manchester, LLC.MANCHESTER and HARTFORD — Aetna Ambulance and ASM send Patient and Customer Satisfaction Surveys to a random sampling of patients who have received emergency or STAT inter-facility services from our companies.

The final question in the survey asks “Do you have any suggestions on how we can improve our service?” And, “Please use one word to describe us.”

Some of the answers/responses included:

  • Lifesaver!
  • 100% A+! They saved my life! (15-3354; M. Pacheco, S. Howard).
  • Professional x 3.
  • Caring and considerate of special needs. Clients and facility.
  • Friendly. My 3 y.o. love them. Called them her new friends. (15-5359; V. Maston, J. McAuliffe).
  • Good work.
  • Excellent. The EMT staff did a good job.
  • Excellent, professional care.
  • They knew their job – Made me very comfortable.
  • They were helpful and helped me to relax.
  • Caring; dedicated; excellent. (15-4690; R. O’Neil, T. Luetjen).
  • CARING. EMTs stopped back in ER after transporting someone else to check on me. Very thoughtful. (15-5397; T. Marshall, H. Marshall).
  • Very helpful, reliable, competent.
  • Professional & friendly & reassuring. (14-108106; M. Osborne, D. Hammett).
  • The crew [was] extremely courteous, efficient and very kind. (15-5316; J. Traber, W. Schnepp).
  • Good x 2.
  • Perfect.
  • Awesome!
  • Quick response time and professional [manner].
  • Awesome.
  • Very good.
  • Crew very thoughtful + kind. Truck needs better suspension for bumps.
  • Thank you! Couldn’t have been better!
  • Excellent.
  • Professional but still compassionate. (15-2542; V. Maston, E. Vaughn, N. Raiola with Bolton Fire Department).
  • The Best.
  • Excellent care and service. Thank you so much. I really appreciated it. (15-6569; M. Tuttle, J. Startup with East Hartford Fire Department).
  • Very polite + concerned – Cleaned ice + snow, so I could get on stretcher. I’m old + gray, they were very flattering, telling me I was good looking!! “So sweet”. (15-6482; B. McDonald, D. Tedeschi with East Hartford Fire Department).

Words That Describe Us: Volume 49

Aetna Ambulance Service, Inc. - Ambulance Service of Manchester, LLC.MANCHESTER and HARTFORD — Aetna Ambulance and ASM send Patient and Customer Satisfaction Surveys to a random sampling of patients who have received emergency or STAT inter-facility services from our companies.

The final question in the survey asks “Do you have any suggestions on how we can improve our service?” And, “Please use one word to describe us.”

Some of the answers/responses included:

  • Professional, knowledgeable, timely, respectful. We were very impressed with the care our son received from your staff members. He is 2 years old and the way he was care for was amazing!! Thank you ALL for such great CARE!!! (14-106100; J. Roy, K. Baker with Manchester Fire Rescue EMS).
  • Excellent.
  • Professional, respectful.
  • Efficient.
  • KIND and CARING in a scary situation. (14-110624; G. Geres, B. Langan).
  • Is knowledgeable, professional, attentive, compassionate. (15-519; V. Maston, G. Geres).
  • Professional, personal & caring.
  • The crew[members] were both professional and kind. Thank you both! (15-1109; R. O’Neil, B. Langan).
  • Professional x 3.
  • Excellent + care in their job
  • Great.
  • Professional.
  • A special thanks to John (presumably from MFRE) who recognized [patient] and made him feel comfortable. (15-1767; K. King, S. Boutot with Manchester Fire Rescue EMS).
  • Knowledgeable, caring – top notch!
  • (Answered Strongly Agree to all questions) I did not check off the survey without thinking about the questions. Your driver and paramedic were that good!! Thank you!! (15-2474; D. White, A. Pardi with Somers Fire Department).
  • Awesome! (Rebekka and Jason?)
  • Polite.
  • The [Paramedic] was very professional + kind. Both fellows were great. (15-3092; T. Oliver, C. Haag).
  • Professional, kind.
  • Happy to have you around.
  • Caring.
  • Caring, thorough, and followed protocols.
  • Professional and skilled.
  • Good.
  • The staff was amazing. The medics were so thoughtful, attentive and informative. (15-2853; J. Bak, N. Raiola).
  • Very nice medics. I am very happy that I had your medics. [H. Jolly] made me feel very comfortable. (15-3724; H. Jolly, J. Martinez).