Hospital Inquiry
A sweet grandmother telephoned Whittier Hospital. She timidly asked, “Is it possible to speak to someone who can tell me how a patient is doing?” The operator said “I’ll be glad to help, Dear. What’s the name and room number?” The grandmother in her weak tremulous voice said, “Norma Findlay, Room 302.” The Operator replied, […]
I love this Doctor!
Q: I’ve heard that cardiovascular exercise can prolong life; is this true? A: Your heart is only good for so many beats, and that’s it… Don’t waste them on exercise. Everything wears out eventually. Speeding up your heart will not make you live longer; that’s like saying you can extend the life of your car […]
Putting your Affairs in Order.
The doctor, after an examination, sighed and said, ‘I’ve got some bad news. You have cancer, and you’d best put your affairs in order.’ The woman was shocked, but managed to compose herself and walk into the waiting room where her daughter had been waiting. ‘Well, daughter, we women celebrate when things are good, and […]
Medicare Coverage in a Nutshell
The phone rings and the lady of the house answers, “Hello.” “Mrs. Sanders, please.” “Speaking.” “Mrs. Sanders, this is Doctor Jones at Saint Agnes Laboratory. When your husband’s doctor sent his biopsy to the lab last week, a biopsy from another Mr.. Sanders arrived as well. We are now uncertain which one belongs to your […]