A foreign tourist who ended up at Bella Coola General Hospital recently praised staff for the exceptional care they delivered while he was in their care.

Bella Coola staff kudos: ‘You can be proud of your institution and its staff’

While on a recent trip to the Central Coast, a tourist became ill and had to be taken to Bella Coola General Hospital. A former medical professional, the patient had nothing but praises for the friendly and caring staff.

Here is his letter:

I am writing to commend you and your staff for the care I received in your Emergency Department in recently.

I was on a fishing trip when I became ill. I was helicoptered to the Bella Coola airport and brought to your hospital where I was evaluated and treated promptly.

I was observed for the night and discharged at my leisure in the morning. I was attended by Dr. Stephenson and an RN who I remember as Andy. They were exceptional!

Every person that I encountered at your hospital was capable and friendly. Vera Robson has been very helpful with my records. I thought the charges for my care were fair and reasonable.

I practiced anesthesia for thirty years. I know a little about medical care. Mostly, I have a good sense of the people involved in health care. I think there is a strong culture of healing and caring at your hospital. I think you can be proud of your institution and its staff.

Thank you.

  1. Velma Smyth

    Congratulations to the staff at Bell Coola Hospital. Well done!! V. Smyth

    October 21, 2016