“The nursing staff at Saint Vincent took the time to make sure I was as comfortable as I could be after my surgery. Whatever I needed – they were always there. They know just how to make you feel comfortable at such a stressful time.”
John,
Back surgery

“All the people that work at Saint Vincent, from the doctors to the cleaning people, do their job, not only with compassion, but with passion. They treat people with respect and dignity, and that is why I had no qualms about coming to Saint Vincent for my second hip replacement.”
Barb,

“The doctors and nurses in the OR and Surgery Center were extremely passionate and supportive. When you’re in shock over a cancer diagnosis, it is very difficult to feel ‘okay.’ They helped me find a way to start feeling okay during that phase, which was pivotal.”

Lucille
Breast Cancer

“When I think of Saint Vincent, the word that comes to mind is ‘loving.’ Everyone there truly cared about me.

Rick,
Heartcare

“Many words come to mind when I think of my experience with Saint Vincent. Kindness. Caring. Expert surgical intervention. Cutting edge. I was fairly young when I was diagnosed with stage 3.5 cancer in 1995, and my doctors worked hard to balance more conservative treatment with newer, state-of-the-art innovations. They went to great lengths to research the very best solutions for me.”

Deb
Ovarian Cancer

“I felt like I was so safe and secure there with everyone doing their work so efficiently, but still with such a kind human touch. I received excellent care from each and every person I encountered, from admissions to discharge and even home health.”

Angeline
Breast Cancer Survivor

“The care I received at Saint Vincent was very personal and efficient. They helped me through the fear and made me feel as if I was going to be alright.”

Geraldine,
Heartcare

“I learned I had skin cancer, and then in the same month had open heart surgery at Saint Vincent. The people at Saint Vincent knew exactly how to make me feel at ease during a tough time.”

Wayne
Skin Cancer Survivor

“Beyond the obvious expertise, the people at Saint Vincent make you feel like you’re their only patient. I now consider the Saint Vincent family a part of my extended family.”

Grace
Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma Survivor

“As women, we have to be the voice for our own bodies. Saint Vincent hears that voice. It offers a very holistic approach to medicine.”

Chrystal
Breast Cancer Survivor

“The doctors at another hospital told me I needed a transplant. Thankfully, a family member encouraged me to call the cardiologists at Saint Vincent. They were able to solve my problem with a defibrillator, and it gave me a whole new perspective on life. Saint Vincent proved to me that you can get excellent care right here in your own community.”

Walt,
Heartcare

“My heart had stopped four times and I was in a coma, so I don’t remember much, but my family still talks about how kind and accommodating the Saint Vincent staff was to them, and how they kept them informed
every step of the way.”

Arlene,
Heartcare

“Saint Vincent has always given me excellent care, but more important, they helped me to feel more comfortable. That’s part of the reason I became a volunteer at Saint Vincent, so that I could carry that on and help to make other patients feel more comfortable.”

Walt
Colon Cancer Survivor

“Along with my family and friends, Saint Vincent physicians and staff provided a great support system for me when I was dealing with cancer.”

John
Prostate Cancer

“I went into cardiac arrest at my office, and fortunately, they had an AED onsite that was in place because of Saint Vincent’s Heart Start program, which helps supply AEDs and AED training to companies and sporting areas. It’s a great service to the community. It saves lives. It saved mine.”

Pete,
Heartcare

“The nurses at Saint Vincent were kind, caring and compassionate. I couldn’t have asked for anything more. I have received care at other Erie hospitals and there is just no comparison to the care I received at Saint Vincent.”

Lorre
Colon Cancer

“The Cardiac Support Group at Saint Vincent is wonderful, because you can share your experience with other people. You don’t feel alone. They even have a summer picnic and a Christmas dinner.”

Addie,
Heartcare

“I had never had surgery before, but my doctor calmed me down a lot. He was very encouraging. With him by my side, I wasn’t as worried about it.”

Latisha
Hodgkin’s Disease