September 9, 2026
To…read moreWhom It May Concern:
I understand that many of the letters you receive may involve complaints or concerns. However, I am pleased to say that this letter is quite different. I am writing to express my sincere appreciation for the exceptional care I received from your emergency department, ICU team, physicians, nurses, and support staff during an unexpected medical emergency.
I traveled from Augusta, Georgia, to York on business, arriving on June 25. I began my scheduled tour the following day, June 26. After several hours, I began feeling unwell and asked to be taken back to the conference room. First aid was requested, and emergency medical personnel were later called to assist me. Unfortunately, I did not get the name of the EMT who cared for me, but I would like to recognize her professionalism and compassion. She immediately made me feel comfortable, safe, and confident that I was in capable hands.
Upon arriving at your emergency department, I continued to receive outstanding care. Every member of the team treated me with kindness, urgency, and respect. Dr. Mpinga was especially reassuring, attentive, and genuinely concerned about my condition. Her calm and compassionate manner provided tremendous comfort during what was an extremely frightening experience.
It was determined that I had a bowel obstruction. Because of complications related to previous surgeries, I was unable to vomit, and my abdomen had become severely distended. The situation was serious enough that emergency surgery was initially considered, followed by the possibility of exploratory surgery the next day if surgery the day before didn't happen. Thankfully, after an NG tube was successfully placed in the X-ray department, my condition began to improve, and both surgical procedures were ultimately canceled. I am deeply grateful for the careful evaluation, sound medical judgment, and timely treatment that helped me avoid surgery.
I cannot say enough about the exceptional nurses and staff who cared for me in the ICU. Jackie, the supervisor, leads an outstanding team whose professionalism, skill, compassion, and dedication were evident throughout my stay. Courtney, Jenn, Jackie, Mehgan, and Jack were all wonderful. Each of them contributed to making a difficult and frightening situation more manageable. They took the time to monitor me closely, explain what was happening, respond to my needs, and provide reassurance when I needed it most.
I realize there may be other individuals whose names I did not obtain or may have unintentionally omitted. Please know that my gratitude extends to everyone who participated in my care, including the EMT, emergency department personnel, physicians, ICU staff, X-ray team, and all other support staff. Their teamwork and commitment to patient care made a lasting impression on me, including Dr. Ali Jawed.
Being hospitalized unexpectedly while away from home can be an overwhelming and unsettling experience. However, your staff treated me with such compassion and professionalism that I felt support throughout the entire ordeal. The quality of care I received was truly exceptional, and I will always remember the kindness shown to me.
Please share my heartfelt appreciation with Dr. Jawed, Dr. Mpinga, Jackie (2), Courtney, Jenn, Mehgan, Jack, the EMT who assisted me, and everyone else involved in my treatment and recovery. Your organization should be proud to have such capable and compassionate professionals representing it.
With sincere gratitude,
Robert Minnick