I'm writing this review to share a serious concern regarding the care I received from PA Joshua…read moreduring my recent visit to the ER at Fisher County Hospital District. I arrived at approximately 5:30-6:00 a.m. on Monday, July 28, 2025, following a syncopal episode the night before (Sunday, July 27) that resulted in a fall. I woke up on the floor with pain in my left toes, right dorsal foot, both knees, lower back, and head. Out of fear that I would not be treated appropriately, I specifically requested EMS transport me to Abilene, TX--a facility where I believed I would receive more thorough care. I had prior concerns with Fisher County Hospital District and didn't feel safe going back. EMS refused my request, citing they were the only crew on shift that night and were required to take me to Fisher County. That staffing issue had nothing to do with me as a patient. I was essentially transported against my will, and in the moment, I signed their consents under pressure because I had no other viable option. While the nurses were kind, and I appreciated their care, that didn't erase the deep concern I had about the provider. My instinct was right. Despite reporting a syncopal episode with trauma, PA Joshua did not follow standard syncope protocols. A head CT--critical after a loss of consciousness and head impact--was not ordered until more than 90 minutes after all other imaging had been completed. He never ordered a CT of my neck, even after I clearly shared my history of severe osteoporosis and described the way I landed. He only scanned my lumbar spine. He came into the room, briefly pulled back my scarf to look for bruising, and left it at that. He did not perform a physical exam. He didn't remove my socks to inspect my feet or legs, despite reported pain. And while he did listen to my lungs, he never performed range of motion testing on any of the affected joints--knees, feet, or spine--to assess for deeper or more sinister findings. This was a trauma case with a fall after a syncopal event. That level of minimal assessment is simply unacceptable. I had to ask multiple times for an EKG, and was initially told by a nurse that "it wasn't a cardiac event." Joshua also didn't prioritize it until I directly brought it up again. For someone presenting after a loss of consciousness, an EKG is a basic part of the evaluation. Even on discharge, my blood pressure was still 98/55, and no one addressed it. Joshua didn't return to the room. Another provider discharged me without any clear summary or explanation. I left the ER with more questions than answers--and very little reassurance that I had been properly evaluated. This wasn't my first negative experience with PA Joshua. I went in already dreading the possibility that he would be on shift, and unfortunately, my concerns were completely justified. The CEO, Leanna, has previously responded to complaints not by improving training or accountability, but by putting up "no photography or video" signs in the ER. She even terminated me as a patient, claiming I was "too medically complex" for the facility. If that's the case, I should not be brought back against my will--especially not after I clearly asked for transport to Abilene. Patients should never have to direct their own emergency care out of fear of being overlooked. I had to advocate for myself every step of the way, while in pain, after a fall, and still unsure of why I lost consciousness. Fisher County Hospital District needs to reexamine its emergency protocols, staff competency, leadership priorities, and patient safety culture--because what happened to me should not happen to anyone.

Great place for quality care. Good facilities with great caregivers. Loving environment that really…read moreshows that they care.

I had out patient procedure this morning and everyone was very professional and kind. My husband…read moreand I moved to swtr in 1991 and have always used this local hospital. From Dr sambo to the nurses to the wonderful anesthesiologist -Edmund Martinez thank you for your care. Thanks again. Julie Cypert

there so rude very unconsiderent for this people waiting in the lobby there only here for the money…read moredon't care .. THEY TAKE FOREVER TO WAIT TO GET A ROOM IN THE BACK RIDICULOUS . Literally HOURS ...

This place is a joke instead of trying to help people with mental illness when it's obvious that's…read morewhat is going on they release them and say they were perfectly fine. Will yeah they was fine of course after they had anxiety meds and depression meds and pain killers given to them. But depending on mental state it can wear of or agitate the situation worse. When it's mental due to whatever reason they need to get the mental doctors involved before meds are given so they can see the state of the patient. The ER staff is rude and think things like this is a joke. It wouldn't be a joke if it was one of their family members. This place is a joke and just want a fast buck. Try to have a heart just like God would want. Help people for the right reasons.... they have been reported on numerous occasions and claim the allegations were not them and blame it off of the paramedics or Sheriff's department employees. This place needs to be reported to higher people. The CEO must just be a money hungry person maybe in on the stuff also who knows. Ppl drive the distance to other places to go to the hospital

well in my continuing tour of the hospitals This one has a campus that is impressive. They have…read morekept the grounds up well. The buildings have been well maintained. The people that we meant were very polite and accommodation for the lectures we did - having everything we needed. This site was actually built for a state hospital so had no interesting history like Rusk or Kerrville.

The single star is for the hospital billing department which is out sourced. If or when you receive…read morea bill it's shows past due or you are sent into collections when you never receive a bill. I guess the hospital does not care on collecting just using tax payers money or more bonds to keep spending money.

"Do the right thing by the patient, every time" That's a…read moredirect quote from the hospital administrator Mr. Dewberry, unfortunately, its more of a feel good sound bite than a true philosophy. I was misdiagnosed, given a shot I stated I could not have, had my privacy violated by the nurse in their "triage" area and then was treated as if I had done something wrong when I dared to complain instead of paying their outrageous bill for a misdiagnoses and the wrong shot, which cost me 2.5 weeks, off work and in bed.

You must have full coverage or be very wealthy! UCSF who runs this is very money hungry!…read more If poor a quick in out in emergency and your on your own. Also The biggie is You must have a "Primary Care Doctor. So far none available to the lower class. If poor or lower class might be better to use a walk in clinic. If in San Rafael steer clear of Medical at The Ritter Center, this is for Latino and especially drug users! Any thoughts of suicidal tendencies you will be put in an uncomfortable emergency room that will be too warm. Might be better off with Kaiser!

Exceptional physical therapy program. The total crew is very knowledgeable, caring, and sharing…read more Most every time, I attend therapy, I can tell improvement that makes each day go much better. I do have days, that seem worse than others, but with therapy, I have been able to manage the physical work day better than expected. This crew, at Martin County Hospital Physical Therapy, has been a true blessing for me several times, not just at the moment, but in the past as well. In Addition, I would like to mention, I have been seen several times in the emergency room for injuries and ailments. Everyone from security, admittance, and emergency room professionals for the most have been very courteous, and very helpful as well; a true blessing. Their was one time, they told me I just had interjection after checking me for COVID, when I was in severe pain. The true diagnosis was severe Clostridium difficile. That was the only time I felt they did not take me serious. I am not the type to rate everyone good or great and I do understand others may have different experiences, this is my honest opinion. Problems take place everywhere. Evaluations most of the time are best after several visits, but not always.

I arrived at night with my wife and I myself thought it calm and peaceful for being an emergency…read moreroom , the folks were real folks and I enjoyed them , .