I Don't Like The Hospital

I had major surgery two months ago. I spent nine days in the hospital; I had never been an inpatient before. I received outstanding care. I was and am extremely lucky to have been in a state of the art academic medicine facility. Yes, the regular checking of "vitals," having blood drawn, being stuck, prodded, and poked was a bit disconcerting at first, but I very quickly came to appreciate the skill and dedication of the nursing staff, physical therapists, technicians, and dieticians, as well as the physicians who tracked my healing and recovery. Being in the hospital was difficult for me in that I am a very independent and self sufficient person, and it was a major change to be almost totally dependent during my stay. I am so very grateful for the care I received.