Kathleen O’Connor, health care industry analyst and journalist, founded
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Enclosed was the business card of Debi Fritz, Director of Coulter Service Excellence with her direct phone number so that she can better direct them to the care they need and have one stop shopping for all their care needs.
They reminded people that in an emergency, they should call 911...and then of course call Debi. As the letter says "If it is necessary to call 911, please also consider calling the Liaison Service after you have called 911. This way we can be sure of your transport and be able to serve you while at
the Medical Center."
I hold two paid for degrees from the University of Washington, and am a card carrying member of the Alumni Association and worked there for 15 years. I was not sent that letter and I wonder how many others were not sent that letter.
So next time you have a heart attack or stroke at 3 AM, or as the letter says, "....massive blood loss or unconsciousness", call 911 first, but then be sure to call Debi. I guess this is what you would call a "class" act from a tax-supported institution.
Cheers and more later. Kathleen
